Acne is a general term often used to indicate acne vulgaris, which is a chronic inflammatory disease of the sebaceous gland and hair follicles of the skin. It is characterized by blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples. Chronic acne can result in scarring. A contributing factor may be diet, as evidenced in studies of Eskimos and other cultures that first experienced acne after adopting the Western diet. Some acne is caused cause by a condition known as “skin hypoglycemia” or “skin diabetes.” This means that the skin (which is an organ) is intolerant to sugars.
Beneficial Juices
Carrot, kale, and spinach – sources of beta carotene.
Kale, spinach, and green paper – sources of Vitamin B6.
Spinach, kale, and beet greens – sources of folic acid.
Red swiss chard, turnip, and orange – sources of selenium.
Spinach, asparagus, and carrot – sources of Vitamin E.
Potato, green pepper, and apple – sources of chromium.
Ginger root, parsley, and carrot – sources of zinc.
Green juices – sources of omega-3 fatty acids (essential fatty acids).
NutriJuice Max suggested juicing recipes for fighting acne:
Ginger Hopper
¼ inch slice ginger root
4 – 5 carrots, greens removed
½ apple, seeded
Push ginger through hopper with carrots and apple.
Fresh Complexion Express
2 slices pineapple, with skin
½ cucumber
½ apple, seeded
Push pineapple through hopper with cucumber and apple.
Source:
A Guide to the Health Benefits of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Juicing: Juicing for Life
Authors: Cherie Calbom & Maureen Keane, 1992 - The Penguin Group