Did you know that, according to traditional Chinese Medicine, depending on where they show up, acne can reveal a lot of important information about your health, i.e. they may indicate a specific health issue?
For example, if you have acne on the upper cheeks, there may be a lot of stress in the lungs or respiratory system which is common among smokers. By paying more attention to the area where the acne usually appears, you can learn how to take better care of the health of your internal organs.
Continue reading the article to learn more details about different acne locations and their meaning.
What Do Your Acne Reveal about Your Health?
- Upper forehead-digestion and the bladder
If you have stubborn acne on your forehead, you may have problems with your digestion and bladder. To try and fight them off, be more cautious about your diet- avoid greasy foods and refined sugar. Opt for healthy fats from avocados and coconut oil. Increase your consumption of fresh and organic fruits and veggies. Drink more green tea, warm lemon water, and berries to supply the body with antioxidants. Also, increase the intake of fermented foods like kombucha, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi or take probiotic supplements.
- Lower forehead- heart problems
Having acne in the lower part of the forehead could indicate poor heart health. Namely, our heart is a massive organ which pumps blood throughout the entire body and because of its numerous functions; it can become overstressed due to unhealthy diet, poor physical activity, and other physical and mental stresses. Opt for cardio workout to boost your cardiovascular health and reduce the acne.
- On the ears- kidneys
If the kidneys are in a poor health condition, you may experience large and stubborn ear acne. This is why you need to work on improving their health by increasing the intake of water and lower the consumption of salt. Other habits that could be harming your kidneys include postponing urination, consuming too much alcohol and coffee, lacking magnesium, eating excessive animal protein, lack of sleep, and high intake of added sugar.
- The eyes and between the eyebrows-liver issues
If you have acne appearing in these areas and if they do not go away for longer periods of time, the liver full of toxins and needs a thorough cleanse. To perform it, reduce the intake of greasy foods, soy, canola oil, alcohol, and dairy. Stay away from late meals and if you have late-night cravings, opt for a spoon of raw honey. In this way, you allow your liver to rest throughout the night. Consume more garlic, green tea, beets, carrots, grapefruits, lemons, limes, and leafy greens to encourage the removal of toxins from the liver.
- Upper cheeks- lungs and respiratory system
If your lungs are too stressed, you can flare up in the upper cheek area. This problem is more common in people who are smokers and live in polluted areas, as well as people with asthma, lung infections, and allergies.
- Lower cheeks- oral health problems
If you have teeth or gum issues, you may struggle with acne in the lower cheeks. To fight them off, minimize your refined sugar and soft drink consumption. Also, try oil pulling to better your gum and teeth health. Eat organic and fresh fruits and veggies for stronger teeth and gums.
- Center of the chin- stomach and small intestine
If you notice acne in this section, it could be a result of a poor diet and food allergies. If you are following a healthy and balanced diet, it could be a poor digestion. This is why you need to boost the intake of probiotics. Too much stress, dehydration, and poor sleep can cause stomach and small intestine issues. Address these important lifestyle areas to fight off this acne.
- The sides of the chin- genitals and hormones
This type of acne is more common in women and it indicates hormonal imbalance. This may be a result of birth control, a diet rich in soy or menstruation. Try to find useful ways to reduce stress by doing yoga and meditating and regulate your sleep patterns. You can also take omega-3s in supplement form or eat foods that are rich in it. Herbs that are beneficial for hormone regulation include milk thistle, burdock, holy basil, licorice, and green tea.
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