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Diverse Ways To Fight Acne: Naturopathy |
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It works towards finding solutions to various ailments
by improving the quality of nutrition that a person intakes.
As
also believed by the other branches of treatments, acne is the external
manifestation of the internal imbalance. Acne is caused by excessive
secretion of oil from the sebaceous glands. If you intake poor quality
of fats or oils, the oils that would be secreted would be equally poor.
These oils do not tend to flow and block the pores, thereafter,
attracting bacteria. Whereas, good quality oils flow well and nourish
the skin. Naturopathy recommends the following tips for healthy
nutrition:
1)
Fasting is a very effective way to avoid unhealthy nutrition, but
should not be undertaken for more than 23 days without medical
supervision.
2) A high-protein and low-carbohydrate diet is just the right
combination. Include fish, vegetables, sprouts, grains and fruits in
your diet.
3) Try to avoid processed foods, dairy products, caffeine, butter and
other foods that aggravate acne.
There are also a few supplements which are required to be taken. These
are- Selenium, Flaxseed oil, Chromium, Vitamin A, Brewers yeast, Vitamin
B6, Vitamin E, Vitamin C and Zinc.
Naturopathy also
makes use of several herbs to treat acne. These are:
1) Dandelion: This is a liver purifier and can also be applied topically
on the affected area in the form of a poultice.
2) Milk thistle: This is also used as a liver purifier.
3) Burdock: This is used as a blood purifier internally and as an
antibacterial externally.
4) Chaste tree berry: This is used to treat acne associated with
menstrual period.
5) Tea tree: This is used as a disinfectant. It can be applied in the
form of oil topically.
6) Red clover: This is used as a blood purifier.
Naturopathy also believes in the principles of
Hydrotherapy. It states that alternate hot and cold compresses applied to
the area can produce wonderful results. There are certain other
Naturopathy tips, which if followed, can prove to be really helpful:
1) Avoid medications containing bromides and iodides.
Stop smoking.
2) Avoid touching your face as much as possible.
3) Avoid the use of oily or greasy creams and cosmetics.
4) Dry brush the face with a soft brush. This improves circulation.
5) Do not use soap on the affected area.
Treating acne through Naturopathy is easy and simple. It has no
side-effects or hidden repercussions.
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