Observe a Low Glycemic Load Diet
Following a low glycemic load diet is an effective treatment procedure if the acne is due to diet-related causes. Research [6] proves that dietary factors like insulin and glycemic index may be related to acne. Note that a food’s GI is a measure of how fast it raises an individual’s blood sugar.
Examples of foods with a high glycemic index include processed foods like cakes, pastries, candies, doughnuts, and sugary soft drinks. On the other hand, foods with a low glycemic index include fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and whole or moderately processed grains.
Reduce dairy intake
Apart from the need to reduce foods with a high GI index, it’s also necessary to cut down on milk and dairy products. These products contain hormones like IGF-1 and other related hormones that are closely associated with acne.
According to research [7] in people between the ages of 10 to 24, it was discovered that drinking whole milk three or more days every week was related to moderate and severe acne. In a study that involved 114 participants, it was found that those acnes drank more milk than others without the skin condition.
In a study that involves over 20,000 adults, it was discovered that there was no relationship between milk consumption and acne. So, this proves that there needs to be more research on the use of dairy products.