From rice to chips, 10 foods that can harm your skin
White breadWhite bread is a refined carbohydrate and it is stripped of valuable fibre and nutrients. This produces more oil in the skin and can lead to acne.
White riceWhite rice is stripped of nutritional content, leaving what’s essentially pure sugar to enter the bloodstream. It is one of three main foods that increase the risk of breakouts.
PastaThe main ingredient in regular pasta is white flour, aka the king of refined carbs, making your favourite dish a pro-inflammatory food.
Ice creamIce cream is a dairy product making it a possible acne trigger. It’s also high in sugar, which is another inflammatory ingredient. It can also lead to wrinkling or sagging of skin.
BaconProcessed meats like bacon are inherently higher in sodium. These contain preservative sodium nitrate, which can ravage collagen and elastin leading to dull skin at an early age.
SodaSoda and other foods containing sugar causes inflammation and also destroys collagen and elastin. This can lead to wrinkles and premature ageing.
Fried foodFried foods are typically cooked in hydrogenated oil, which contains trans fats linked to inflammation. These increase the risk of acne.
AlcoholAlcohol dehydrates the body and therefore, the skin. As per a study, more than eight drinks per week is associated with increased upper facial lines and under-eye puffiness.
TomatoesTomatoes are high in histamines and may cause redness, itchiness, and swelling in those with sensitive skin.
ChipsChips, which enjoy for their crispness rely on pro-inflammatory hydrogenated oils for cooking. This can worsen inflammatory skin conditions like acne and psoriasis.