Face it, acne is one of the more embarrassing conditions that can show up in your face. Even a single pimple is a cause for some distress. Topical remedies (like salycilic acid, glycolic acid, Retina A) do help, but if you don’t address the sources of acne, then the breakouts will continue.

Acne can occur from a young age to late middle age. But laser acne treatments normally breaks out during one’s adolescence, when our awkward selves are most sensitive to our appearance and sense of belonging. Acne occurs when the oil glands in our hair follicles are stimulated. There is no one single factor that can cause acne, but food can definitely be a major contributor. If you are experiencing a phase where acne breakouts occur frequently, try to avoid these foods:

• Dairy – hormones found in dairy product stimulate the oil glands that cause acne
• Oily food –