Do people get acne because of crappy diets?

[Anonymous]

What are some reasons for acne besides hormones or whatever aha

[Kiwedin]

Yeah, I think diet plays the number one role in skin health. The thing is, I've always thought I was a healthy eater, yet I still had acne. It wasn't until I went vegetarian that my skin actually improved, but I still had breakouts every once in a while. Eventually I went vegan and now my skin is completely clear. I don't even use face wash anymore, I just rinse with water, and I don't really have a need for foundation or concealer. It's rare I even wear makeup now, I only do it for special occasions. It's happened to a lot of people though, just google "cure acne with vegan diet" and the testimonials are just endless. I've tried finding studies to find out why it is, but I haven't found a thing. All I know is that for most people, dairy, dietary fats and oils, and processed sugar was the top causes of acne.

[Sara413]

Sometimes it can be an effect of a poor diet, but for many people it's not a lifestyle issue that they have much control over at all. If you are struggling with acne, certainly it doesn't hurt to try some dietary changes to see if it helps, but if you see someone else who has acne you should never judge or assume it's because they eat poorly or don't have proper hygiene.

I find that when I eat too much dairy (chocolate in particular) I tend to break out a lot more than usual. I also find that there are some things I can add to my diet that help keep it more under control, like green tea, wheatgrass and bananas.

[Red_Arrow]

People have pores that have body oils come out of them. Teen bodies speed up a lot of things, including this process. It is easy for dirt to clog the pores and cause pimples. So if a person does not clean themselves often, especially during the time of body changes, it is easy to get acne. Not saying that is the only problem, just one that can be easily helped

[abc3643]

Yes, diet has an impact on the production of zits. Drink LOTS of water and, if you can, put hot towels on your face often; basically, you want to open your pores wide and often to let oils come out before they form comedones. I wish I knew this growing up...

[Herschelle]

To give you an example : probably heard of a thing called Nutella? (Chocolate halzenut spread which is way too popular in Europe for it is only sugar and fat blended in together.) Basically, if I eat some of it (even just two teaspoons) I can guarantee myself of getting some spot in some place on my face.

Bad fats are bad.

[caligymnast1260]

Yes, there are foods that can cause acne. Sometimes if you overload on dairy, that can cause acne. And even if you overload on unhealthy food, it definitely causes acne. It can also be hereditary.

[MissBex95]

a crappy diet can contribute to acne but is usually not the sole cause no. besides hormones, some people have acne genetically but hormonal imbalances are a more common precursor to acne.

[Intellectiskey]

Well because greasy foods start showing up in the pours of your skin and dirt gets trapped and causes acne.

[MissNowhere]

I have a crappy diet and I don't have acne and have never ever had it. Maybe I'm just lucky.

[DrBLan]

Diet effects everything so yeah a crappy diet will impact your acne. Stress and diet can make all the difference in the world.

[Zendrya]

oily food suck as chocolate, not washing your face, genetics.

[RationalLioness]

That can be a reason. It can be genetics as well, poor hygiene, or stress.

[9mfeo]

They can, but honestly the hormonal imbalance is more common.

[miserybusiness]

Pretty much anything can cause acne. Nasty little buggers.

[ReeseRoof]

Well, I have discovered Caffeine makes me break out more often...

[atomique]

Stress and poor diet.

[LuckyNumber5]

Oily and greasey foods will make your skin bad.

[Ihav2fart]

Acne can be caused by many sources. Not just diet.

[bubbletrouble]

Yes soda and greasy foods cause acne

[tenofthepeaks]

i can be a reason.