Teenagers who eat in bulk amount of bread can lead to teenage acne. Acne occurs due to excess intake of bread of around 60 % of teenagers in age range around 12 years and below and 95% of 18 year old and above. Medical practitioners and dermatologists around the world has researched extensively and have found out that sugar along with wheat and other grains can increase the level of insulin thereby resulting in the breakout of acne especially in teenagers.
Eating highly processed foods such as refined breads and cereals which are easily digested leads to a type of chain reaction in the body. When these highly processed foods are consumed it causes the increase in the sugar level of the body which consequently produces high levels of insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1). Increase levels of insulin causes excess of male hormones which results in pores in the skin to secrete a greasy substance called sebum which is responsible in attracting acne causing bacteria. In addition IGF-1 enhances the augmentation of skin cells known as keratinocytes that forms the basis of the deposition of bacteria.
The processes incorporated in the manufacturing of breads and cereals may change the structures of protein in the grains, resulting in the rapid digestion followed by excess release of insulin. A reduced grain diet may result in the reduction of acne especially amongst teenagers. Even people sustaining on low-carbohydrate diets also reduces the chances of getting affected from acne.
It has been found out that when IGF-1 is used to treat certain ailments there is an increase if male hormones which causes in acne. While in case of women a medical condition known as polycystic ovary syndrome which increases the sugar level in the body thereby increasing the level of insulin which facilitates acne. Many females with acne problems produce insulin and IGF-1.
So before consuming excess amount of bread and other cereals ensure that it just not only satisfies the appetite but also keeps the health in good shape free from diseases and other complications.
