What is the Best Diet for Melasma Management | Dr Ashwani Kansal

 

What is the Best Diet for Melasma Management?

While there is no one-size-fits-all diet for melasma, incorporating certain foods into your diet may be beneficial in reducing melasma symptoms. Here are some dietary recommendations that may help manage melasma:

 

Antioxidant-rich foods: Antioxidants can help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals and may help reduce melanin production. Incorporate foods high in antioxidants, such as berries,leafy greens, and nuts.

 

Low-glycemic-index foods: Eating foods low on the glycemic index can help regulate blood sugar levels, potentially reducing inflammation and hormonal imbalance. Examples of low-glycemic-index foods include whole grains, beans, and most vegetables.

 

Vitamin C-rich foods: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that can help reduce oxidative stress and improve skin health. Incorporate foods high in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, kiwi, bell peppers, and broccoli.

 

Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3 fatty acids are anti-inflammatory and may help reduce inflammation that can exacerbate melasma symptoms. Sources of omega-3s include fatty fish, chia seeds, and walnuts.

 

Water: Staying hydrated is essential for healthy skin and may help reduce the appearance of melasma. Aim for at least eight glasses of water per day.

 

Melasma is a complex condition, and it’s always recommended to speak with a healthcare professional and seek melasma treatment in Pune before making significant dietary changes

 

Food to avoid

 

High-glycemic-index foods are those that are quickly digested and cause a rapid rise in blood sugar levels. This includes foods like white bread, sugary snacks, and processed foods. When you eat these foods, your body produces more insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. This can lead to an increase in androgen hormones, which have been linked to the development of melasma.

 

Additionally, high-glycemic-index foods can also trigger inflammation in the body. Inflammation can worsen melasma symptoms by stimulating the melanocytes to produce more pigment.

 

A poor diet can also increase free radicals and cause oxidative stress. Free radicals can damage cells, including those in the skin,and trigger melanin production, leading to the development of melasma.

 

Enhancing diet Enhancing Exercise and life style modification

 

·         40 Min walk , 20 min walk

·         Plenty of oral fluids, Nimbu paani and Naariyal paani

·         Water and green tea.

·         Cabbage, avocados, tomatoes.

·         Leafy greens, such as spinach.

·         Garlic.

·         Lemons.

·         Walnuts.

·         Reduced sugar, alcohol and processed foods

 

 

DR.ASHWANI KANSAL

MBBS, DFID (fellowship in Diabetes ,CMC Vellore)

M.Med ( Family Medicine, CMC Vellore)

PGCAT ( Thyroid )

PGDMH( Diploma in Mental Health, CMC Vellore)

Consultant  Physician N Diabetologist N Thyroid Specialist

Consultant Yatharth Superspeciality Hospital Omega 1, Greater Noida

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