First, let’s start with what doesn’t cause acne. Acne is not caused by eating fried foods, like the good old greasy french fries. It is not caused by drinking sodas or eating chocolate. Acne is not contagious. It is not due to come into contact (also very close contact) with someone who has acne.

Actually there are several factors that contribute to acne. While some people do not consume foods that cause acne, NOT consuming some foods (nutrients) can contribute to acne. Vitamins A, E, B6 and are the biggies, but there are also many other trace elements that the body and the average American diet contains enough of these vitamins, minerals and trace elements. A diet that will provide the necessary nutrients including fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains.

Clogged skin pores are certainly a contributing factor. Clogged pores combined with excess production of sebum mixed with dead skin cells or makeup is a place of waiting for acne to occur. When skin pores are clogged, bacteria, pus is produced and forms causing a pimple, a Whitehead or a blackhead. The careful and thorough cleaning of the skin is essential to prevent or at least minimize acne outbreaks.

Another cause of acne is a hormonal imbalance. Puberty as well as during menstrual cycles, the hormonal balance of the body is out of order. There’s too much of this and not enough. What causes the sebaceous glands to produce sebum. The sebum combines with dead cells and blocks the pores and acne develops. Periods when starting or stopping birth control pills or highly stressful situations can also cause a hormonal imbalance.

Basically, keeping the skin clean and good eating a balanced diet, are about the only things you can do to actively help prevent acne.

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