Acne, Ambrotose and Glyconutrients
Acne is the most common of all skin problems. There are three major forms of acne: acne vulgaris, acne conglobata, and acne rosacea. Acne vulgaris is most common in adolescents and young adults and is slightly more common in women. It is characterised by blackheads, whiteheads and inflammation. It is a superficial condition. Acne conglobata is more common in males with the onset usually at puberty. It is a more severe form with cyst formation and subsequent scarring. Acne rosacea is a relatively common skin disorder among adults between the ages of thirty and fifty (sometimes later) with women three times more likely to be affected than men. It is a chronic acne-like eruption on the face and is associated with facial flushing. Rosacea is a chronic skin disorder in which the nose and cheeks are abnormally red and may be covered with pimples.
Acne is caused by a hormonal change or imbalance in the body. Hormones such as testosterone stimulate the cells that line the follicular canal to produce keratin. Keratin is a fibrous protein that is the main component of the epidermis, hair and nails. When there is an over-production of keratin the skin pores can become blocked. This combined with increased sebum production (another effect of testosterone) increases the chances of pores becoming blocked.
Avoiding foods that act as vasodilators such as coffee, alcohol, hot beverages, spicy foods is helpful for acne rosacea.
Being a result of hormonal imbalance, all forms of acne respond to phytosterols which act as hormone production modulators, and to glyconutrients which support the body to heal, repair, regenerate, regulate and protect itself.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this medical condition section is strictly educational and not intended as medical advice. For diagnosis and treatment of medical disorders, consult your health care professional.
Copyright 2005 Glyconutrients Reference - Last Updated May 2005
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