Prevent Acne by Eliminating Toxins from the Body, Energize.com Says
Online, April 24, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Many people who have dealt with acne at some point in their lives know how stressful the condition can become. Acne is a common skin problem characterized by pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and scaly red skin. It can be caused by buildup of excess sebum, which is a bodily secretion that lubricates the hair and skin.
Acne is most common during puberty, where the sebaceous glands are on overdrive. Although acne usually decreases or disappears during a person's mid-20s, there is no way of telling how long the condition will last and when it will completely disappear.
Acne can cause scarring. In severe cases, it may have psychological consequences including reduced self-esteem and depression.
There are numerous over-the-counter medications for acne, and many contain chemicals that can be harsh on skin. There are also natural acne treatments available with the use of herbs. Energize.com, a website on health and wellness, talks about some herbs that aid in the elimination of toxins from the system, which helps prevent acne in one of its articles.
"Most holistic practitioners consider acne as a symptom of underlying health problems. These include hormonal imbalance, poor digestion, inefficient liver and bowel function, and poor nutrition," Energize.com relates.
The herb Mahonia or Oregon-grape, which is native to the North American west coast, has been shown to decrease sebum secretion. Not related to true grapes, Oregon-grape gets its name from its berries that resemble grapes. Mahonia or Oregon-grape also reduces inflammation and infection. Native to Canada, Goldenseal has been used as an antibiotic and liver tonic. Both Mahonia and Goldenseal contain berberine, a natural compound which has an antibacterial property.
Herbalists have been using Burdock, Yellow Dock and Dandelion as liver and gall bladder tonic. They have also been known to improve the functions of the liver and digestive system.
All these herbs have the ability to increase bile production and flow, which helps in the process of digestion. According to the article, the elimination of toxins from the body can help restore hormonal balance. This, in turn, can result in acne prevention.
Visit Energize.com to read more about herbs that help to treat acne and for the latest news and updates on issues related to health and wellness.
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