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Skin Clearing Foods: What To Eat & Avoid Ever wonder how some people have skin that looks so supple and young-looking? Maybe they’re sleeping a full six to eight hours a day. Or perhaps they apply a gargantuan amount of highly-expensive skincare products over their whole body, day and night – like clockwork. Will your [...]
You expected pimples in high school. Maybe even a few in college, too. But now you’re in your mid-20s…or perhaps even your 30s. And your skin didn’t get the memo–because you’re still breaking out. What gives? It’s one thing to get pimples when you’re a teen. But it’s quite another when you’re well over 21! [...]
Acne. It’s something you’re supposed to grow out of. Like awkward teenage crushes, boy bands and report cards. But here you are. An adult. Still breaking out like a pizza-crazy 15-year-old off to the school dance. Only now, the stakes are higher. You’d give anything to look your best for that job promotion you want. [...]
Do you ever feel that your stress, anger or frustrations about acne are pooh-pooed just because you have a mild case? Maybe 2 to 5 blemishes a month? So not fair! No matter who you are, no matter how little acne you have, your concerns deserve respect and understanding. The fact is, you’re in good [...]
You’re pregnant. Congratulations! You feel great and can’t wait to meet your little one. But why is your face suddenly a mess? According to WebMD, about 50% of pregnant women experience acne, especially during the first two trimesters. And it’s probably no surprise that hormones are the culprit! Pregnancy hormones—in this case, progesterone–increases levels of [...]
Do you ever experience digestive distress? You know the signs―bloating, gassiness, skipping bowel movements, stomach aches, cramping. All these are signs of gut imbalance. And can be caused by a good many things including food intolerance, eating food that’s gone bad, taking antibiotics for any reason, taking Accutane, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and Crohn’s or [...]
Do you know YOUR primary acne trigger? Still struggling with an unsure self-diagnosis? We created a short quiz to help you Discover YOUR Complexion Triggers Take The Quiz Having healthy, glowing skin is desired by many. But little do people know that the secret to achieving that goal is to have a skincare routine that [...]
Serves 12 (makes 2 dozen cookies) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Almond butter is the secret ingredient to make these cookies chewy! Can also use other nut butters instead. The healthy fats in the almond butter, fiber in the oats and protein from the egg whites make these cookies satiating while [...]
Confused about what to look for when choosing supplements to help your acne? Here’s what to look for on the product label. Certain vitamins, minerals and herbs can do a great job when it comes to treating your acne from the inside out. They can relieve inflammation, protect against breakouts, defend against irritation and nourish and [...]
When you’re stressed out and more pimples, pain and bumps greet you daily, it’s certainly not going to help with your skin. This is the insidious roller coaster of stress and acne as one feeds into the other. First of all, let me tell you – you are right, it’s not just your imagination. Stress [...]
Skin Clearing Foods: What To Eat & Avoid Ever wonder how some people have skin that looks so supple and young-looking? Maybe they’re sleeping a full six to eight hours a day. Or perhaps they apply a gargantuan amount of highly-expensive skincare products over their whole body, day and night – like clockwork. Will your [...]
Do you ever experience digestive distress? You know the signs―bloating, gassiness, skipping bowel movements, stomach aches, cramping. All these are signs of gut imbalance. And can be caused by a good many things including food intolerance, eating food that’s gone bad, taking antibiotics for any reason, taking Accutane, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and Crohn’s or [...]
Confused about what to look for when choosing supplements to help your acne? Here’s what to look for on the product label. Certain vitamins, minerals and herbs can do a great job when it comes to treating your acne from the inside out. They can relieve inflammation, protect against breakouts, defend against irritation and nourish and [...]
When you’re stressed out and more pimples, pain and bumps greet you daily, it’s certainly not going to help with your skin. This is the insidious roller coaster of stress and acne as one feeds into the other. First of all, let me tell you – you are right, it’s not just your imagination. Stress [...]
Did you grow up hearing “Don’t eat chocolate! Don’t eat candy! They’re bad for your skin, you’ll break out!” Such a bummer, especially if you were a teen who loved treats. And maybe, to this day, you worry about eating candy or chocolate because you’re afraid your complexion will freak out. The truth is, there’s [...]
You get busy or tired. Work hard, play hard. Chill in front of the TV. Go to a party. Hang with friends or with the folks. Go on a long trip. Study for an exam… The reasons and opportunities for snacking are endless! And sure, we’ve all heard the admonishment to “eat a healthy snack.” [...]
Serves 12 (makes 2 dozen cookies) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Almond butter is the secret ingredient to make these cookies chewy! Can also use other nut butters instead. The healthy fats in the almond butter, fiber in the oats and protein from the egg whites make these cookies satiating while [...]
Serves 1 Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients: ½ cup beets, chopped 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 cup non-dairy milk 1 scoop vanilla plant-based protein powder Toppings: handful of fresh raspberries and unsweetened shredded coconut Instructions: Place beets and 1 tbsp water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes to [...]
Serves 1 Prep time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup spinach ½ banana 1 tbsp almond butter 1 tbsp ground flax seed 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 scoop plant-based vanilla protein powder Instructions: Add all of the ingredients to a blender and process until smooth. Nutrition [...]
Serves 7 (3 bites/serving) Prep time: 30 These bites are great for breakfast on-the-go or a snack in between meals! Ingredients: 1 ¼ cup quick oats 3 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut ½ cup chopped pecans 1 scoop plant-based vanilla protein powder ½ cup honey ½ cup cacao nibs (can also use dark [...]
Serves 4 Prep time: 20 minutes A perfect make-ahead meal to prep for work week lunches. Can also be eaten on a sandwich or with crackers instead of a wrap. Ingredients: ¼ cup avocado oil mayo 2 tbsp plain goat’s milk yogurt 2 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp honey 1 tsp [...]
Serves 4 Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 4-5 hours Ingredients: 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander ½ tsp ground thyme ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 lb pork tenderloin 1 cup water 4 hamburger buns (with sea [...]
Do you know YOUR primary acne trigger? Still struggling with an unsure self-diagnosis? We created a short quiz to help you Discover YOUR Complexion Triggers Take The Quiz Having healthy, glowing skin is desired by many. But little do people know that the secret to achieving that goal is to have a skincare routine that [...]
Every single day, you potentially face an onslaught of contributing factors that wreak havoc with your complexion and make your adult acne worse. The four primary acne triggers to be aware of include hormonal imbalance, gut imbalance, stress and diet. And the other major contributing factor is this… Misinformation. Yep. Inaccurate information that trips up [...]
Over the years Natural Acne Clinic treated hundreds of clients, many of who have tried Proactiv unsuccessfully. There is also a high number of clients who ask us about it, would it work, should they try it and if they tried it, why didn’t it work for them? Generally speaking, Proactiv is a good start [...]
While there is no golden rule for getting clear, we have put together a list of the key things that DO matter when trying to get clear and may have an impact on your skin. 1. Avoid cosmetics, hair care and skincare products with PORE-CLOGGING INGREDIENTS Knowing what ingredients are safe for acne-prone skin is [...]
Ugh—there’s another one! A red, painful blotch and future zit on your right jawline. Or nose. Or chin. It doesn’t really matter where the pimple is, because the last thing you want is for anyone to notice it! So you spend the next 10 minutes trying to cover up your blemishes and redness with thick [...]
While you may be tempted to purchase more items on high street shops or drugstore which claim to ‘treat’ acne, we’d always recommend checking the ingredients on the packaging before purchasing. In fact, our Clear Skin Coaches have a mantra which goes like this.. : “Do not ever put anything on your skin or your [...]
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