Dietary precautions for acne

Written by Zhu Zhu

Dermatology

Updated on September 08, 2024

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Acne, a skin condition that troubles many young people, requires special attention to diet. Patients with acne should avoid overly spicy and stimulating foods. For example, they should not smoke or drink alcohol, and they should avoid drinking strong tea, eating barbecue, and spicy hot pot. Additionally, they should avoid high-sugar foods such as chocolate, ice cream, and cakes, etc.

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