When my son played Ice Hockey as a teenager, he went away on weekends for back to back games. He always returned very spotty. When he was at home, his diet was dictated by us and was very good but when away he ate lots of junk food high in carbohydrate.
Most people are aware that there is some relationship between diet and acne. A very recent study, however, has confirmed this as true. Acne causes distress to sufferers and is very common. It affects people of all ages. 79 to 95% of adolescents, 40 to 54% aged 25 and older, 12% women and 3% men in their middle age have acne.
Although there is no clear cause of acne, Epidemiological Studies suggests that non-Western countries have less acne and there is a strong suspicion that low carbohydrate consumption is an important factor. In individuals with high carbohydrate intake, the Insulin level is high (Hyperinsulinemia). Experts are convinced that high Insulin levels play an important part in acne because of its association with androgenic hormone and growth factor.
In a 12 week study, Dr. Robyn. N. Smith and colleagues, from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, gave 43 male adult acne patients, aged between 15 and 25, a randomised low glycemic load diet (25% energy from protein and 45% from low glycemic index carbohydrates) and a control diet rich in carbohydrate dense foods without consideration of the glycemic index. The results published in the July issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed the low glycemic diet was associated with a significant reduction in total acne compared with the normal diet
This randomised trial was the first to look at acne and the specific effect low glycemic index food have.
"Although we could not isolate the effect of the low glycemic load diet from that of weight loss, the findings support the hypothesis of a relationship between acne and high insulin levels and acne." Dr. Smith's team said.
Food with low glycemic Index are rich in complex carbohydrates. As a result, they release glucose very slowly into the blood steam. If sugar is released slowly into the blood, the Insulin demand is less. Insulin controls circulating blood sugar and affects growth and sex hormones.
To assess the Glycemic Index of foods, the blood sugar level is monitored after that food is eaten. Low Glycemic Index (LGI): 55 and lower. Medium Glycemic Index (MGI): 56 to 69. High Glycemic Index (HGI): 70 +
Foods with Low Glycemic Index. Heavy Mixed Grain 45 Whole Wheat 49 Special K (UK) 54 Natural Muesli 40 Porridge 58 All-bran (UK) 30 Oat bran 50 Rolled Oats 51 Soya and Linseed 36 Wholegrain Pumpernickel 46 Tomatoes 15 Onions 10 Raw Carrots 16 Broccoli 10 Boiled Carrots 41 Frozen Green Peas 39 Frozen Sweet Corn 47 Cabbage 10 Mushrooms 10 Lettuce 10 Green Beans 15 Red Peppers 10 Chillies 10 Cauliflower 15
HGI (High Glycemic Index) Foods. Pretzels 83 Rice Cakes 87 Glutinous Rice 86 Short Grain White Rice 83 Tapioca 70 Scones 92 Fresh Mashed Potatoes 73 French Fries 75 Donuts 76 Instant Mashed Potatoes 80 Watermelon 80 Dates 103 Instant White Rice 87
So Reject white bread, burgers, and French fries and eat more beans and cereals to keep those zits away or under your control.
Most people are aware that there is some relationship between diet and acne. A very recent study, however, has confirmed this as true. Acne causes distress to sufferers and is very common. It affects people of all ages. 79 to 95% of adolescents, 40 to 54% aged 25 and older, 12% women and 3% men in their middle age have acne.
Although there is no clear cause of acne, Epidemiological Studies suggests that non-Western countries have less acne and there is a strong suspicion that low carbohydrate consumption is an important factor. In individuals with high carbohydrate intake, the Insulin level is high (Hyperinsulinemia). Experts are convinced that high Insulin levels play an important part in acne because of its association with androgenic hormone and growth factor.
In a 12 week study, Dr. Robyn. N. Smith and colleagues, from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, gave 43 male adult acne patients, aged between 15 and 25, a randomised low glycemic load diet (25% energy from protein and 45% from low glycemic index carbohydrates) and a control diet rich in carbohydrate dense foods without consideration of the glycemic index. The results published in the July issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed the low glycemic diet was associated with a significant reduction in total acne compared with the normal diet
This randomised trial was the first to look at acne and the specific effect low glycemic index food have.
"Although we could not isolate the effect of the low glycemic load diet from that of weight loss, the findings support the hypothesis of a relationship between acne and high insulin levels and acne." Dr. Smith's team said.
Food with low glycemic Index are rich in complex carbohydrates. As a result, they release glucose very slowly into the blood steam. If sugar is released slowly into the blood, the Insulin demand is less. Insulin controls circulating blood sugar and affects growth and sex hormones.
To assess the Glycemic Index of foods, the blood sugar level is monitored after that food is eaten. Low Glycemic Index (LGI): 55 and lower. Medium Glycemic Index (MGI): 56 to 69. High Glycemic Index (HGI): 70 +
Foods with Low Glycemic Index. Heavy Mixed Grain 45 Whole Wheat 49 Special K (UK) 54 Natural Muesli 40 Porridge 58 All-bran (UK) 30 Oat bran 50 Rolled Oats 51 Soya and Linseed 36 Wholegrain Pumpernickel 46 Tomatoes 15 Onions 10 Raw Carrots 16 Broccoli 10 Boiled Carrots 41 Frozen Green Peas 39 Frozen Sweet Corn 47 Cabbage 10 Mushrooms 10 Lettuce 10 Green Beans 15 Red Peppers 10 Chillies 10 Cauliflower 15
HGI (High Glycemic Index) Foods. Pretzels 83 Rice Cakes 87 Glutinous Rice 86 Short Grain White Rice 83 Tapioca 70 Scones 92 Fresh Mashed Potatoes 73 French Fries 75 Donuts 76 Instant Mashed Potatoes 80 Watermelon 80 Dates 103 Instant White Rice 87
So Reject white bread, burgers, and French fries and eat more beans and cereals to keep those zits away or under your control.
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Dr. Phil Hariram is a General Practitioner with twenty six years experience treating various illnesses. Browse his Blog for up to date Info on health and health news.
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