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27 Male - acne destroying my life completely

Try doing a Gut Test from a company like Viome or Thorne. It will tell you what foods to eat and avoid based on your gut's specific makeup.

In forum Adult acne

3 years ago
Viome Cured my Acne after 15 Years

I am 29 and have had acne for over 15 years. I've tried everything: accutane, doxycycline, proactive, acne.org regimen, other OTC's, supplements, food sensitivity tests, blood tests, vitamin & min...

In forum Diet & holistic health

4 years ago
Do I just have bad skin genetics? (long-term acne)

See a naturopathic doctor. The antibiotics may have messed up your gut, enabling a yeast overgrowth.

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Acne on forehead

find a naturopathic doctor. they will give you tests to help determine the root cause of your acne. If you've ever taken antibiotics, chances are that your gut has an overgrowth of yeast. This is what...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
NOTHING has worked

6 hours ago, tttrouble said: I actually have seen a naturopath! We did testing to find out what my food intolerances were.. after that is when I went plant based (to avoid dairy and gluten, wh...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
NOTHING has worked

On 7/2/2017 at 2:13 PM, tttrouble said: I kid you not, I have tried everything to clear my skin.  oral antibiotics  topical antibiotics topica...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Always had mild acne but I'm 21 now and it's never been worse 🙁

On 6/19/2017 at 5:05 PM, WestCoast82 said: I am a soon to be esthetician and I am very disappointed by dermatologists overprescribing antibiotics. I even prefer accutane over antibiotics. I 100...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
How to clear acne around mouth?

23 hours ago, Tommycee said: Hey guys, so this is an issue I've had for probably a year and a half now, and I just can't seem to stop it. So my acne isn't too bad, mostly average, except around m...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Always had mild acne but I'm 21 now and it's never been worse 🙁

The antibiotics are likely messing up your gut and causing yeast overgrowth. Try taking Oil of Oregano softgels while quitting sugar and gluten. If you see improvements, your acne is being caused by y...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
How I Cured My Adult Acne

I've suffered from acne since age 13 (now 26). I finally decided to seek professional help from a Naturopath in Feb 2017. The doctor suggested 3 tests: a GI Map stool test for gut issues ($180), a nut...

In forum Adult acne

7 years ago
Acne at 38

If you've taken antibiotics in the past, it's possible that your acne is caused by excessive gut yeast. I took a GI map test and found this to be the case for me. I've been taking antimicrobial supple...

In forum Adult acne

7 years ago
Mild to moderate forehead acne

Forehead acne is tied to digestive issues. Have you ever taken antibiotics? Long-term antibiotic use primes the gut for yeast overgrowth. You can take a GI Map stool test to see if you have yeast/para...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Any advice? 43 yr old on bcp now but has tried everything?

Through a naturopathic doctor and some tests, I've found that my acne is caused by gut yeast, which developed due to my prolonged antibiotic use years ago. I take a few supplements and avoid sugar/glu...

In forum Adult acne

7 years ago
Candida Diet Journey!

you may want to look into a GI-Map test to see if you truly have a yeast overgrowth and/or parasite. They are about $180.

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
Any advice on how to stop or at least slow acne as a 14 year old guy?

On 4/16/2017 at 11:27 PM, darius288 said: So I've had pretty bad acne ever since I was about 12. It really turned for the worst last year when I was 13. A lot of it is cystic which isn't great....

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
acne face mask treatment

Many people rave about Manuka Honey masks. I am going to try one tonight. The stuff isn't cheap though.

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

7 years ago
Healthier Diet giving me more pimples?!

For diet, I'd try going Vegan, Organic, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Chicken and animal products are not necessarily healthy

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
Do I have to apply the benzoyl peroxide to my entire face

I would only use it on your forehead and nose if the rest of your face is clear.

In forum The Regimen

7 years ago
Gluten free breakfast cereal

I would try to find something else without corn or sugar. Corn is majorly GMO

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
30yrs old and still have it

On 2/2/2017 at 4:32 PM, NWx86 said: hey guys, i'm a 30 year old, I considered myself to be healthy and still have been battling acne since as long as I can remember, I get it mostly on my fa...

In forum Adult acne

7 years ago
Gluten free breakfast cereal

One Degree Organic Foods Sprouted Brown Rice Crisps Cereal is what i eat if you are looking for a breakfast cereal. I usually add in raisins.

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
Acne around mouth, what could be the root? Image included.

I find that i break out around the mouth when I don't keep my dental hygiene 100%. This means brushing within 30 minutes of eating or drinking anything (except water), flossing properly every night, a...

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
I desperately need help (with pictures)

What's worked for me is going organic and quitting gluten, dairy, alcohol, caffeine, all white flour, all oils, all white sugar, all processed foods. Sleeping and exercising enough. Supplementing with...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

7 years ago
23, still have acne

On 1/5/2017 at 2:33 PM, NationalSwift said: Not yet. I got the meds today but want to ramp up fermented foods intake and have them ready in order to somewhat prevent intestines from being wipe...

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
Petroleum Jelly removes redness?

I would not put that stuff on my face. There are facial moisturizers available that are specifically for redness.

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago