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Table of Contents
Chapter 1—Introduction 7
Welcome ................................................................................................................................. 7
Ten Facts About The Acne No More™ System .................................................................. 8
My Story ................................................................................................................................ 11
How to Get the Most From the Book .................................................................................. 15
Preparing Mental Ground .................................................................................................... 19
Get Rid Of Acne Holistically ................................................................................................ 23
Chapter 2—The Truth About Acne 25
The Skin ................................................................................................................................ 25
Acne and The Immediate Causes ...................................................................................... 27
Types of Acne ...................................................................................................................... 29
Natural Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine (The Crucial Differences) .......................... 30
The Holistic Medicine Way .................................................................................................. 35
The Acne Equation—The Theoretical Path To Acne-Free Skin ...................................... 37
Causes For Hormonal Imbalances And Toxic Buildup ..................................................... 43
Simple Home Test To Discover The Severity Of Your Candida ...................................... 47
The Acne Equation—Summary .......................................................................................... 51
Chapter 3—The Acne No More™ System 52
The Five Pillars Of The Acne No More ™System ............................................................. 53
The Acne No More™ Quick Results Mini Program........................................................... 61
Introduction To The Acne No More ™System ................................................................... 63
The Basic Step-By-Step Acne No More ™System ........................................................... 65
The Advanced Step-By-Step Acne No More™ System ................................................... 67
The Acne No More™ Maintenance Plan ........................................................................... 69
Chapter 4—Cleansing And Flushing 70
Introduction To Cleansing .................................................................................................... 70
Three-Day Juice Cleanse .................................................................................................... 78
The Holy Grail Of The Acne No More™ Juicing Plan ....................................................... 80
Helping The Organs Of Elimination Remove Toxins ........................................................ 88
Preventing Re-Absorption Of Toxins Into The Blood Stream ........................................... 91
Choosing A Juicer ................................................................................................................ 96
Colonics ................................................................................................................................ 97
Water Fasting ....................................................................................................................... 99
The Healing Crisis and How To Survive It ........................................................................ 101
Liver And Gallbladder Flush .............................................................................................. 103
Chapter 5—Detoxing For Clear Skin 113
What Is Detoxing? .............................................................................................................. 113
Symptoms While Detoxing ................................................................................................ 114
Daily Guidelines During Clear Skin Detoxing ................................................................... 115
What To Eat During Clear Skin Detoxing ......................................................................... 116
What To Avoid During Clear Skin Detoxing ..................................................................... 117
Suggested Two-Day Clear Skin Detoxing........................................................................ 118
Detoxification Program According to the Ayurveda ......................................................... 123
Chapter 6—The NSC Plan—The Secret Weapon Of Nutrition,
Supplementation & Candida Eradication 129
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 129
)1 ( Balancing Your Diet Using The Right Building Materials .......................................... 131
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Carbohydrates .................................................................................................................... 131
Protein ................................................................................................................................. 132
Fiber .................................................................................................................................... 133
Fats ..................................................................................................................................... 134
Why Daily Fat Consumption Should Be Limited .............................................................. 137
)2 ( Eliminating Allergenic Foods ........................................................................................ 139
)3 ( Minimizing Toxic Foods Or Foods That Contribute To Hormonal
Imbalance (Acne-Aggravators) ......................................................................................... 143
)4 ( Consuming Lots Of Cleansing And Hormone-Balancing Foods (Skin
Savers) ................................................................................................................................ 151
)5 ( Maintaining A Healthy Alkaline/Acid Balance ............................................................ 158
)6 ( Consuming At Least 75% Raw Food ........................................................................ 160
)7 ( Cultivating The Friendly Bacteria ................................................................................ 164
)8 ( Building A Candida-Free Environment ...................................................................... 167
)9 ( Optimizing Digestion By Adopting Correct Eating Habits ......................................... 171
)10 ( Taking Complimentary Skin and Hormone Balancing Supplements .................... 174
Summary Of The NSC Plan .............................................................................................. 185
Chapter 7—Stress Control, Exercising, Sleep Optimization,
Sunlight and Fresh Air 187
Stress and Acne ................................................................................................................. 187
The Wonders Of Meditation And Correct Breathing ........................................................ 188
The Importance Of Laughter ............................................................................................. 196
The Magical Power Of Exercise ....................................................................................... 197
The Exciting World Of Photography ................................................................................. 199
Stress Control Through Mind Techniques ....................................................................... 200
Sleep Optimization Plan .................................................................................................... 205
Sunshine and Fresh Air ..................................................................................................... 209
Chapter 8—External Skin Care Secrets— The Hidden Key To
Beautiful Clear Skin 211
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 211
Daily Skin Care Protocols .................................................................................................. 213
Natural Cleansers, Exfoliants And Moisturizers ............................................................... 214
Secret Skin Care Treatments Revealed ........................................................................... 218
Facial Steam And Cleansing ............................................................................................. 218
Skin Brushing ..................................................................................................................... 220
Skin Moisturizing ................................................................................................................ 221
Treating Blemishes And Blackheads ................................................................................ 221
Homemade Facials And Masks (For Acne-Prone Skin) ................................................. 226
Unique Skin Treatments .................................................................................................... 229
Skin Care Tips—General, Men, Women And Hygiene .................................................. 231
Conclusion 234
Appendix I—How To Eliminate Scars 236
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 236
Types Of Acne Scars ......................................................................................................... 237
Acne Scar Treatments—Factors To Consider ................................................................ 238
Conventional Scar Treatments ......................................................................................... 239
Natural Solutions For Scar Elimination ............................................................................. 241
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Chapter 1—Introduction
Welcome
Hello, fellow acne sufferer, and welcome to the life-changing system that will
permanently cure your acne and give you the lasting acne-free skin you
deserve—the Acne No More™ System.
No matter how your acne condition manifests itself, the methods contained
within the Acne No More™ System are the only practical answer. These
methods are the only way that you will completely rid yourself of all types of
acne, in all levels of severity, in the same way that many other people have.
I just want to assure you that you made the right decision when you ordered
the Acne No More™ System package. Regardless of what dermatologists or
other western medicine followers may have told you, acne can be cured,
naturally and permanently. Yes, you can do it!
My only goal in writing this book was to help you reach your goal—to eliminate
your acne permanently and clear up all your confusion about the steps you
are required to take to achieve that goal. If this book helps you succeed in
eliminating your acne, then this book is a success with or without the
accolades.
By following the Acne No More™ System, the vicious and destructive cycle of
drugs, creams, over-the-counters and futile costs is stopped. Now is the time
to exercise your natural right and open the door to an acne-free life.
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Ten Facts About The Acne No More™ System
Before we get into the heart of the program where I reveal my personal story,
let me share with you the ten reasons as to why this system might just be the
most powerful acne system ever developed.
1. Acne No More™ provides you with a tested step-by-step plan to
success.
It is a fact that no other acne system will provide you with the exact steps you
need to follow in order to be acne free. Most acne programs will merely give
you vague guidelines as to what needs to be done. With the Acne No More™
System you get all the specifics. You are told exactly what to do, exactly how
to do it, exactly when to do it and why.
2. Acne No More™ was written by a real acne sufferer.
This program was not written by some science geek who never had acne in
his life. Instead, it was written with the blood and sweat of a real person who
suffered from the disease for more than 13 years and is the result of
thousands of dollars spent on trial and error and 4 years of extensive
research.
3. Acne No More™ is based on real world results.
This system is based on real world results, not textbooks or classroom
lectures. Thousands of acne sufferers, including the author himself, have
already cured themselves completely using the same principles contained in
this program.
4. Acne No More™ is truthful and unbiased.
I have devoted the last 7 years of my life to helping acne sufferers win the war
against deceptive advertising, false claims and other marketing scams in the
acne industry. The Acne No More™ program is straightforward, providing you
with the facts of how to eliminate acne, with honesty and integrity. I have
never been involved with any skin care, beauty or supplement magazine, and
I will never try to sell you an “all natural” acne cure package.
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5. Acne No More™ is not just about cosmetic improvement; it is about
your health and inner balance.
Clearing acne from the root can never be achieved as long as your body is in
a state of imbalance. Acne is not a cosmetic problem, no matter what your
doctor tells you. It is not about clearing the skin. It is about taking
responsibility over your body and about restoring it back into a state of balance
where no disease can exist, not only acne.
6. Acne No More™ is not just a special nutrition program.
It merges nutrition with a comprehensive cleansing program and plans to
rebuild your organs of elimination, dietary, mental and lifestyle, and offers
plans aimed at regulating your hormonal activity and unique skin care
protocols. In short, it is the perfect holistic acne solution.
7. Acne No More™ does not confuse skin care with an acne cure.
Taking care of your acne externally and fixing the root cause of your acne are
completely different things. Yes, skin care for acne–prone skin is obligatory if
you have acne because you have to maintain a balanced pH level (more on
that later), prevent infection, tighten the pores, remove blackheads and
prevent the formation of a certain substance that encourages acne. The Acne
No More™ System handles all these issues using unique daily skincare
protocols. However, in order to permanently cure acne, you must neutralize
the “acne environment” (more on that later). The Acne No More™ System
ensures this acne environment will cease to exist in your body.
8. Acne No More™ is not a temporary quick fix.
It offers a permanent solution and one that you can maintain as a lifestyle.
The whole concept of curing acne by killing the acne bacteria is flawed. The
whole concept of curing acne using various skin treatments is also flawed.
When you say that you are going to clear your skin, the implication is that it is
temporary and that at some point (when your acne is cleared) you will
continue with your bad nutritional and destructive lifestyle habits. That line of
thought gave birth to many gimmicks exploited by hungry marketers such as
“acne free in x days,” “x days to free skin or your money back.” The truth is
that the only way you’ll ever get rid of your acne permanently is to adopt new
habits and keep them. It may feel a bit uncomfortable in the beginning, but it
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will soon become entrenched into your daily routine and become easy, natural
and even enjoyable.
9. Acne No More™ is simple.
With the information overload provided by the Internet, it is only natural that
you will feel overwhelmed by conflicting theories and mind-boggling
misinformation. My goal in creating this program was to clear up the confusion
and make the process as simple as possible. The simpler the strategies are,
the easier you will find them to apply, and the better your results will be.
10. Acne No More™ offers 24-hour FREE e-mail counseling.
The Acne No More™ System is the only acne program that comes with an
exclusive 24-hour quality counseling service. I challenge you to find similar
offers on the Internet. The Acne No More™ System is the perfect solution for
acne, but the real value of the program comes from the personal guidance and
support that I offer my customers. I am devoted to your success, and I will do
anything in my power and in my knowledge to enable you to eliminate your
acne in the least amount of time in a way that suits your individual needs and
personal limitations. Most of my customers who chose to exploit this exclusive
offer are in constant daily correspondence with me. It takes time and energy to
answer all those e-mails on a daily basis; that is why I chose to provide this
service only to people who bought the program. If you ordered the Acne No
More™ System, I urge you to use this service too. I would love to hear from
you.
mailto:support@acnenomore.com
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My Story
My name is Mike Walden, and I suffered from severe acne for more than 13
years. Being a former acne sufferer and experiencing acne in such an intense
way gives me the special privilege to tell you personally that I truly and deeply
understand the situation you are in today, and I honestly feel your pain.
Much like you, I have also gone through all the hopelessness, frustration,
embarrassment, pain and even guilt that every acne sufferer experiences on a
daily basis.
The type of acne I have suffered from was a severe form of acne vulgaris.
When it was at its worst my cheeks were covered with large painful nodules,
which are hard bumps that lie under the skin surface. I had cysts on my neck,
on the sides of my nose and several more spread unevenly on the top of my
back. People who have not had these nasty huge bumps under their skin can
ever understand how physically painful that can be, not to say how
emotionally and mentally discouraging.
I was consistently prone to unpredictable breakouts, which had a deep
psychological effect on my life. For as long as I can remember, because of my
acne condition, I never had what you could call a "normal" childhood. Through
most of my youth I was consistently bullied for being different than other
children.
I spent most of my teenage and post-teenage life staying at home. I avoided
social encounters, and I was always ready for the cynical remark or the rude
stare I would receive as I stood in line to buy groceries at the supermarket.
I had only a couple of good friends, who were supportive and understanding,
wise and sensitive enough to see who I was beyond the layer of my skin. They
were encouraging, but that encouragement didn’t help my already destroyed
self-image and ever-growing insecurity.
I have taken every prescription, drug, ointment or acne lotion known to
Western medicine. I have been on tetracycline, doxycycline and minocycline,
have taken extra vitamin B-5, been on Accutane, Zenmed, Proactive, applied
benzoyl peroxide, used AHA cleansers and used more prescription
medications and over-the-counters than I can remember.
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Later I’ll share my experiences with conventional medicine in more detail, but
for now let’s just say that it has not been pretty. Not only did it drained my
pockets (conventional acne treatment can add up to significant sums of
money), but I also experienced a great deal of frustration and disappointment
from witnessing short-term or little to no results at all. In some cases my acne
was even aggravated significantly.
When Western medicine failed to help me, I tried different kinds of diets,
various types of nutritional approaches, homeopathic therapies, light therapies
and even hypnosis. Some of these methods did have a positive effect on my
acne, but again, it was only for a short time. Unfortunately, nothing dramatic
happened, and it appeared that my acne was here to stay.
There were many times when I honestly felt I would never get rid of it. I began
to believe that my acne was an essential part of my life like the color of my
eyes or my height. But deep inside I knew I could never accept it—that giving
up was not an option and that acne is in fact a disease that should not be
accepted as a natural part of living. I knew there must be a cure -- only I had
not found it yet.
It was only obvious that something had to be done.
The Old Man On The Hill
It was when I was on one of my trips overseas visiting my friends in Israel that
I first heard of the 84-year-old man, who I now think of as the man who gave
me my life back. The man's name was Elisha Levi, and I first heard him speak
on a late night radio talk show. As I recall, he was speaking of the miracles of
holistic approaches to healing and of their powerful impact on the human
body. Elisha spoke in length, getting into many specifics including his own
personal experience as a man suffering from severe skin diseases and
digestive disorders. He also claimed that he had completely cured himself
from all these afflictions simply by maintaining and incorporating the right
combination of natural methods into his daily routines.
Obviously, I was intrigued, and I consider it pure fate that on my last night in
Israel I heard Elisha Levi again, but this time he was on TV. It was a late night
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broadcast on natural approaches to health and well-being. Seeing 84-year-old
Elisha on that show was a real shocker. He was a tall, handsome man with an
upright posture and hardly any wrinkles on his face. He was well-built, wore
no eyeglasses, spoke fluently and appeared to have a clear mind and very
sharp senses. He was living in a house at the northern part of Israel located at
the top of a hill.
“Acne is a warning sign of a major imbalance in your system.”
Once again, Elisha spoke with great enthusiasm about the miracles of holistic
methods, emphasizing that the real secret to curing almost any disease, acne
in particular, is applying a certain combination of these methods in a specific
order. Elisha claimed he had practiced these methods for decades, and this
was the reason why he hadn't experienced any illness symptoms for the last
35 years. He also said he was jogging 5 miles each morning and working in
his organic garden for approximately 10 hours a day.
As I recall, there were two intriguing sentences he repeated over and over
when he spoke about acne. They went something like this: “Acne is a warning
sign of a major imbalance in your system,” and “Acne is a message from your
body that something is wrong inside.”
At the end of the interview, Elisha was asked what his plans were for the
future. He smiled and then whispered, "I have lots of plans, but basically I
intend to live forever."
The short, overwhelming interview with Elisha -- the inspiring old man who
spoke with such passion and looked so young and vital -- and the two
disturbing sentences he repeated over and over again were the major trigger
for my long and fruitful quest for a lasting acne cure.
Success Is Yours
I am 33 years old and I have been acne-free for over seven years now. I
realized my dreams. I’m married to a beautiful woman and have two lovely
sons who are my life. My skin is practically perfect, and I lead a full, rich and
normal life.
A significant number of individuals who have either read this book or are
associated with me and have implemented the methods outlined in the book
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are living proof that acne can be banished. They are the living proof that
getting rid of acne, even highly severe cases of acne, is not science fiction. It
doesn't have to cost thousands of dollars, and it doesn’t have to involve
swallowing enormous amounts of pills or vitamins or spend unrealistic
amounts of dollars on all sorts of lotions and ointments, which only mask the
symptoms. Acne is in fact a disease, a very tormenting and horrible disease—
but not an untreatable or uncontrollable one.
The treatment offered in this book is the result of more than four years of
intensive holistic research and is based on my own personal experience as
well as that of many readers who kindly volunteered to give their own
feedback and comments. Getting rid of acne and clearing your skin is
something that can be naturally achieved. It can be accomplished, but like
anything worthwhile, it requires dedication, persistence and patience.
My personal research yielded the Acne No More™ System, which is at the
heart of this book. If there was one important thing that I learned in regards to
acne, it is that it cannot be cured using a single-dimension protocol. A long-
term solution for acne has to be a certain combination of steps that together
lead to its elimination and ultimate prevention.
The Acne No More™ System is simple to comprehend and may consist of
several methods and approaches you may have heard of before, but the key
lies in how to conduct each step and in the right order and combination of
steps. The program is simple, yet revolutionary. Often, great things come in
simple forms.
This program works. I know this for a fact as I live by it, and the results speak
for themselves. I haven’t yet met the person who followed the Acne No
More™ System without experiencing a remarkable change in his or her acne
condition. Moreover, many report a dramatic, positive impact over their mental
and emotional well-being. I sincerely encourage you to become one of those
people. I invite you to give my method a chance so that I can offer you a
better life -- an acne-free life.
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How to Get the Most From the Book
This book offers a comprehensive natural approach to the treatment of acne.
It is aimed at you, my fellow acne sufferer -- you who are fed up with
conventional treatments and their horrible side effects, you who are willing to
try a natural, long-term and practical way to get rid of acne.
This book is aimed at people with all types of acne of all levels of severity. It is
aimed at individuals with different types of skin, different acne conditions or at
people who only wish to improve the appearance of their skin and to look and
feel younger and more vibrant.
This book will take you on a voyage that leads to acne-free skin through a
holistic approach by treating the body as a whole, having it cleansed from the
inside, helping it return to normal levels of functionality, thus allowing the skin
to heal itself from the inside out.
I truly believe this book will change your life. If you are reading these lines,
you are truly blessed beyond belief.
By following the Acne No More™ System to the letter, you will be able to
achieve more than just healthy looking skin—clear from spots and pustules.
You will feel younger, healthier and vibrant. You will be able to overcome
many illnesses and dysfunctions you may have had before the treatment such
as constipation, obesity, rashes and Candida. You will achieve all that without
the horrible side effects. The Acne No More™ System eliminates the root
factors leading to acne, thus achieving real long-term success.
I spent more than 4 years researching, probing and analyzing information
concerning acne as well as experimenting every available natural solution.
During this time I
eliminated what did not work and put aside what was effective. I later
combined all the knowledge I learned with other holistic methods for the
purpose of building the complete Acne No More™ System.
As mentioned earlier, treating acne is not a short process. It requires
persistence and patience. Results may only appear visible after 4 or even 6
weeks. Moreover, each person is unique in the way he or she adapts and
reacts to the treatments. Results may vary among different people with
different skin types, levels of acne severity and sensitivity to certain foods.
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Keep in mind that it takes time for the body to heal itself and some level of
maintenance to keep things under control.
Persistence and belief are vital if you wish to achieve success in clearing your
skin. However, to complete the plan and maintain the results you are required
to follow all the steps outlined in the program as they are written. You must
understand that following each step alone will yield only short-term results.
The combination of all the steps in the Acne No More™ System is the only
key to lasting acne-free skin.
This book is divided into 8 chapters and an appendix.
Chapters 1-2 are the general section of the book aimed to build a foundation
of knowledge regarding acne and a holistic approach. This is where I discuss
my personal experience with acne treatments, proper mental motivation, the
crucial differences between conventional and natural medicine and the acne
equation (the actual factors involved in the formation of acne).
Chapter 3 reveals the complete step-by-step holistic solution to acne—
the Acne No More™ System with each of the chronological steps explained
in general.
Recently added is the Quick Results Mini-Program (page 66). It is designed
especially for busy folk that don't have much time on their hands but wish to
see results ASAP and for people with very light acne. It is not a quick fix
approach, but it is practical and extremely easy to follow.
In Chapters 4-8 I discuss and reveal the specifics for each practical step of
the Acne No More™ System with all the nitty gritty details of why, when and
how to successfully accomplish each individual step.
The appendix reveals all you need to know and practice in order to
successfully reduce or eliminate acne scars you may have after the spots,
blemishes and cysts are gone.
The Acne No More™ Quick Fix mini program consists of only the
principles that need to be followed to achieve clear skin. It is aimed at
people with extremely tight schedules who prefer to get rid of their acne at
their own pace instead of having to follow a strict step-by-step program.
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The Acne No More™ System book also contains lots of valuable theoretical
as well as practical information as a means of providing the reader with the
most clear, sharp and coherent picture of the disease and what needs to be
done in order to eliminate its symptoms. By following this, you will become
more “acne educated,” more motivated and more focused on achieving your
goal, which is eliminating the factors leading to acne formation and having
clear skin with all its positive implications.
Be patient at the beginning. All the information in early chapters will
come together in the end. As you begin reading you may feel overwhelmed
by the amount of information. Don’t be. The chapters were built in that order
for a reason. That is why I urge you to read the book in its entirety first before
you start acting on the plan. This way you will gain a complete picture of
things as they slowly fall into place and finally fit together in the end. It will
ensure you won't get too confused (as to why you are required to do this or
that and in a certain order) or miss essential information required to
successfully complete the plan and achieve your goals.
Much has been done to keep this book as straightforward, simple and direct
as possible. Whenever I could I kept words to a minimum, and strived to use
conversational language and layman’s terms to make reading easier, fun and
understandable. Also, the book contains many links to other parts inside the
book as well as to useful resources, so stay connected to the Internet while
reading.
It is important that you commit to take action and set deadlines for your goals
if you wish to succeed. Without the will, a deadline and proper motivation and
dedication to eliminating your acne, you will achieve only poor or short-term
results. It is advisable to adhere to the Acne No More™ System as it was
especially designed to make your acne a part of your past history. For that
purpose I have included the “preparing mental ground” section below just to
fuel your mental engine before jumping into the waters.
Before you start the program, take a photograph of your skin and keep it
throughout the process. I would even suggest starting a personal “acne
diary” so you could record the progress on your skin’s appearance as well as
your general emotions. At the beginning or end of each week you can take
another photograph of your skin. Note that in cases where intoxication and
imbalance are severe, the skin might get a little worse instead of better in the
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Preparing Mental Ground
At this stage you must ask yourself: How important is it for you to get your
face clear? Are you willing to make the effort and achieve this once and
for all?
As you go through the book, you will notice that eliminating your acne is
temporarily a demanding process, which requires some level of persistence
and change. You will have to alter your eating habits, replacing old and
familiar routines with new ones, minimizing or giving up foods that are harmful
but gave you lots of satisfaction at the same time. This may not be easy, but is
it worth it? My answer is absolutely, positively yes!
The truth is that from where you are probably standing right now, it will be
hard to blame you for thinking (as you go through the book), “What is he
talking about? Giving up on sugar completely? He must have gone mad. I'm
not going to give up my life for clear skin!” Well, that is just how every
addictive person would react when offered a way out. Yes, including myself.
We are all chained by addiction to fat, sugar and all sorts of junk foods and
eating habits that promise great fulfillment and satisfaction, making us believe
we are helpless or emotionally empty without them. Only when you pass
these addiction obstacles and alter your ways can you see from a distance
how futile the whole thing was … how meaningless. Yes, you will minimize the
consumption of white sugar, and you will eat a lot of raw, fresh vegetables and
fruits instead. And guess what, nothing will change. You still find happiness,
fulfillment and satisfaction, and it does not concern food! You have achieved
something. You are a far more balanced and in control human being. You are
free, and best of all, your skin looks fantastic.
Going to that place of freedom from acne and from mental slavery to food and
eating habits requires a certain mental change. You have to prepare the
mental ground that will help you overcome your fixations. To adjust to this new
lifestyle you may need to adapt in order to lead you successfully through the
process.
Besides having willpower, which is the most vital tool you will need as you go
through the plan, there are other mental tools you should take with you on this
journey to clear skin.
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No, I am not expecting you to change your behavior dramatically because of
what you are about to read, but I want you to be open and at least give it a try.
Let’s begin.
1. Set clear, compelling and positive goals that will charge you up with
powerful motivation.
Setting your goals is a simple procedure that you must complete before you
begin any program that requires some level of change. You cannot ignore
goal-setting. It is a crucial step. You have to clearly define your goals. Goals
are the only bridge between knowing what to do and actually doing it. A good
example of goal-setting in our case is having lasting acne-free skin and
looking more attractive. To achieve your goals you must program your
subconscious mind with clear and vivid pictures of these goals. Only then will
your mind work in your favor, and you will achieve your targets. Additionally,
you must have positive thoughts about your goals. Otherwise your
subconscious mind will work against you instead of with you.
After your goals have been set, replace the negative thoughts you might have
and attach positive thoughts to your goals. Instead of thinking “I can’t lose this
stubborn acne no matter what I do,” say “How can I clear my skin and enjoy
the process?” Instead of thinking “It’s not my fault I have acne. It’s my
genetics,” say “I am 100% responsible for my skin and my health.” Instead of
thinking “I can’t get myself to change things for my skin,” say “I have time for
anything I am committed to.” Instead of “I hate my cystic acne face,” say “I like
myself.” And instead of “I can’t,” say “I can do whatever I set my mind to do.”
2. Make a list of what you desire to be changed and the reasons for it.
You will succeed only if you create a vivid vision of what you want to be
accomplished and why you need it to be done. Your mind needs justification
and cause to go in a certain direction. A reason for what you desire adds
emotion to it. Getting emotionally involved with your goal will affect your
subconscious that will help you materialize that goal.
Make a long list of all the convincing reasons for achieving clear skin, and the
methods will become much easier to follow.
3. You have to alter your beliefs in order to change your behavior.
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If you try to alter the way you behave without changing your beliefs (the way
you think and feel about what needs to be done in order to eliminate your
acne), then your beliefs will always "suck" you back to where you started from,
and you will go back to doing things you did before the change. You must alter
your perceptions and beliefs in order to consistently follow different behavior
patterns.
So before you adopt the advice and guidelines in this book and incorporate
them into your life, try to change your perceptions first. The best practice is
simply to forget everything you have been told about acne and about your
health in general.
Yes, that’s right. It is a fact that most of what you have heard not only about
acne but about your body in general (your body is not fragile), what is healthy
and what is not (milk will give you strong bones—the opposite is true) is
mostly a misconception and often a big fat lie.
Almost everyone in Western society was or still is a victim of some sort of
hypnosis. The truth is you are fed with lies every single day by a system that
doesn’t give a damn about your health and feeds you with mental and
physical poison on a daily basis.
The Acne No More™ System offers you the liquid of life, but in order to drink
it, you must empty your glass of poison (your older beliefs and
misconceptions) first. For example, I know for a fact that acne can be
managed and permanently cured without conventional medicinal intervention
and without creams and over-the-counters.
Doctors will prescribe a drug only to mask the symptoms of acne and then
another drug to mask the side effects of the first drug … and so on. The truth
is that the more we rely on drugs to alleviate the symptoms, the more we
become dependent on them, and the vicious cycle continues. The point is that
some people simply cannot overcome their fixation about drugs. They find it
hard to believe that acne can be cured without any medications—that the
solution for acne must come from within by changing their own habits.
You have to change your perceptions in order to adopt a new behavior. If you
had a broken leg, would you insist that you keep the plaster casts indefinitely
even after your bones were mended? Would you do this just to avoid the
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discomfort of taking them off and feeling temporary weakness and maybe
experiencing some difficulties in walking?
It is time to realize that drugs are not the answer. It is time to take off the
plaster cast of old perceptions and destructive habits. It is time to take off the
plaster cast of fear to make an effort for your body, health and inner balance,
to do more than just put creams on your acne and swallow poisonous, useless
pills because some very educated dermatologist told you to do so. It is time to
listen to your body and take responsibility.
It’s time to start walking.
4. Educate yourself.
Only if you understand the reasons as to why the change is necessary, both
mentally and emotionally, will it become much easier to make the change. If
you become educated as to why it is so harmful to consume fried, overcooked
foods, refined carbohydrates and hydrogenated oils, what happens to your
hormonal levels and your digestive system when you are consuming dairy
products, why it is obligatory to cleanse and what happens to your body
during a cleanse, why it is so important to listen to what your body is trying to
tell you, why acne is a message from an unbalanced body that you cannot
afford to ignore, then your mind will provide the necessary justification for you
to naturally make an effort toward a change.
If you visit an industrial meat factory and observe the cows and chickens
being slaughtered without mercy, stuffed with antibiotics and steroids and
inhabiting a filthy environment only to become your favorite meal, the
emotions invoked in you from this experience would make you more
conscious of your food.
Only if you learn the truth, dig deeper and get emotionally attached with the
facts will it be natural for you to make the change.
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Get Rid Of Acne Holistically
You really can get rid of acne—naturally and holistically. How?
By learning what an “acne environment” is, by learning exactly what
conditions are needed for an acne environment to exist, and how to
neutralize these conditions so that acne will vanish forever.
By learning the connection between acne and inner imbalance and how
to quickly restore the body back into balance.
By understanding that acne is primarily a Western problem and that
there is in fact a connection between Western diet, Western lifestyle and
acne -- in spite of what modern medicine and the media want you to
believe. Researchers have clearly shown that in non-Western societies
where people don’t eat Western food, they also don’t have acne.
By learning the evident link between stressful lifestyle, inadequate sleep
and lack of exercise and the aggravation of acne.
By realizing that dehydration and applying unnatural harsh chemicals to
the skin can actually aggravate the skin's natural oil production and make
acne worse.
To get rid of acne permanently, equip yourself with information about
toxic elimination, external and internal cleansing, hormonal balancing,
diet, stress control, sleep optimization, natural skin care routines,
Candida eradication, the yeast link, antibiotics, probiotics and prebiotics.
The Acne No More™ System will provide you with all of the above
invaluable information. But this is not just an informational book. It is a
complete step-by-step system that will take you from where you are now
to where you want to be—to have permanent, beautiful acne-free skin.
Everything you need to succeed is contained in these pages. Apply it!
Knowledge applied is extremely powerful, but knowledge unused is
worthless. Begin using this information immediately. The sooner you
start, the quicker you will see results on your acne condition.
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The Skin
The skin is the largest organ of our body and one of the seven channels of
elimination containing about 70% water, 25% protein and 2% lipids. It helps
the main organs of elimination (liver, kidneys, intestines) get rid of waste build-
up.
The uppermost layer of the skin is called the epidermis. The deeper layer is
called the dermis, and this contains collagen and elastin which keep the skin
flexible and firm. The dermis also contains sebaceous glands, sweat glands,
lymph vessels, hair follicles and nerves.
Beneath the dermis lies a tissue of fat cells.
Infection can occur when the exfoliation process (the renewal of cells when
they shed to make room for new ones) slows down and your skin pores get
blocked.
When toxins (usually stored in the deepest layer of fat cells) find their way to a
blocked skin surface, it can lead to acne.
Infection can also occur when one damages the acidic layer of the skin using
harsh products or over-abrasive cleansing. This acidic layer of the skin, often
referred to as the acid mantle, contains sweat and sebum (oil) and should
have a normal pH of 4-5. When you use harsh products like soaps (with a pH
of more than 4-5), this acid mantle is destroyed, making the skin more prone
to infection.
However, infection alone is not the cause of acne. The skin, the reflection of
our inner system and our health, becomes prone to acne because of a deeper
combination of factors.
The truth is that the body has an amazing natural ability to cleanse and heal
itself. Our task is to allow this to happen, but not through external and
temporary methods that only mask the symptoms.
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In order to get rid of acne we need to take a more revolutionary approach. We
must help the skin to heal itself from the inside out.
No matter what you have been led to believe, acne can be eliminated
naturally. It can be done if we understand the main factors that lead to acne
formation and neutralize them once and for all.
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Acne and The Immediate Causes
Acne is usually described as an inflammatory skin disease. The inflammatory
response is influenced by many “on-the-surface” factors such as the over-
production of sebum (oil) and keratin by the sebaceous glands. This over-
production of oil clogs the hair follicle and leads to bacterial growth. The bacteria
multiplies and causes inflammation, and the result can appear in the form of what
is known as a blackhead (an open comedo) or a whitehead (if it's below the
surface).
The Immediate Causes of Acne
Basically, the process of acne formation can be divided into 4 major external
causes:
1)Blockage of the pore
This occurs when the epithelial cells lining the pore mature and die. The epithelial
cells turn from keratinocytes to corneocytes and become flatter and tougher.
These scaly, rough corneocytes block the pore.
2)Too much skin oil (sebum)
This is caused when there is a large presence of male hormones that circulate in
the blood stream. These hormones trigger the oil glands to produce excessive
amounts of sebum.
3)Bacterial colonization
Clogged pores, extra amounts of sebum and certain blood toxins create the
perfect environment for acne bacteria to multiply and thrive inside the
microcomedo.
4)Infection and inflammation of the comedo and surrounding tissue.
Certain substances found within the cell walls, where the bacteria multiply,
stimulate the immune system to produce localized pro-inflammatory hormones
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called cytokines. The immune system then produces an inflamed comedo inside
the pilosebaceous unit.
The above 4 causes are only the immediate causes of acne. The questions that
need to be asked are: Why is there a hyperproliferation of keratinocytes in the
first place that makes corneocytes become overly adherent and block the pore?
Why are there excessive androgens in the bloodstream in the first place that
trigger overproduction of sebum? Why is there an excessive immune response
in the first place?
Most conventional treatments are aimed at reducing the sebum oil production,
killing the acne bacteria or lowering the frequency of dead cell buildup—all for
the purpose of reducing inflammation. By doing so, these treatments merely
touch the surface and completely ignore the real factors.
An effective, long-term acne solution must focus on the deeper causes
triggering the overproduction of sebum that leads to bacteria growth—
resulting in acne formation.
Acne is more than skin deep. Beyond inflammation, beyond your skin type
(oily, dry, rigid), beyond the overproduction of sebum, beyond inflammation
triggers, beyond blocked pores and beyond the acne bacteria, there are
hidden factors that play a major role in the formation of an “acne
environment.”
Tackle these factors, and your freedom from acne is guaranteed.
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Types of Acne
When we define types of acne, we usually refer to whether it is inflammatory
or not and the size and shape of the lesion.
There are the microscopic small comedonal acne that can be in the form of
whiteheads (closed comedo) or blackheads (open comedo).
A more serious formation of acne is nodules and pustules. Nodules are
large and firm and exist below the skin, whereas pustules are yellowish
bumps that are pus-filled.
There are acne forms which are non-inflammatory, carry no pus but only appear
as red spots. These are commonly referred to as pimples.
Of all acne cases, cysts are the worst. Cysts are sac-like formations filled with
pus that is spread under the skin tissue in a diameter of 5 mm or more across.
The pus runs deep below the skin’s surface, which often results in serious
pain. Not all cysts are caused by inner factors. Some may be the result of
squeezing small pus-filled acne, causing the pus to run even deeper into the
skin and aggravating the infection.
Acne vulgaris is the most common form of acne, containing both whiteheads
and blackheads.
Acne rosacea is characterized by a flushed appearance of the face due to
the enlargement of blood vessels which is caused by inflammatory bumps.
The most common places acne rosacea appears are on the chin and
forehead.
Perioral dermatitis is the form of acne which young women suffer from. The
common places where these tiny papules appear are around the mouth and
on the chin.
Acne conglobata is another severe form of acne that affects the chest, back
and the face. This is an intensive form of acne vulgaris where multiple cysts
and nodules are spread in large areas. Acne conglobata is more common
among men.
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Natural Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine
(The Crucial Differences)
Conventional Medicine
While natural medicine perceives the human body as a complete holistic system
at one with nature, conventional medicine treats the body as separate physical
organs.
Conventional medicine has failed to acknowledge the truth that man, along
with all living creatures, will never be compatible with artificial chemicals, no
matter how identical these chemicals may look, feel and smell compared to
the natural varieties (e.g., an orange-flavored beverage vs. a freshly squeezed
orange).
Synthetic chemicals cannot be completely absorbed by the body. Because of
their artificial form, synthetic chemicals of any kind are incompatible with the
body. This is why these chemicals cannot enter your system without creating
some level of imbalance.
While holistic medicine’s intention is mainly to restore the body back to a state
of inner balance, to increase optimal genetic function and to help the body
cleanse and heal itself, conventional medicine focuses its efforts entirely on
"making the patient comfortable,” by calming the pain with drugs and
ointments, which in most cases function as patches to the symptoms of the
disease.
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What Acne Treatment Does Conventional Medicine Offer?
The following is a list of several treatments conventional medicine offers as a
way of dealing with acne. I have used all of them, but unfortunately none has
been able to effectively make my skin clear in the long run. This is mainly
because these treatments are focused on the symptoms of the disease
(blocked follicles, excessive production of sebum, reducing pain caused by
cysts etc.) as they provide "patches" rather than addressing the root factors.
1. Using Antibiotics Such As Tetracycline Or Benzoyl Peroxide Over-
The-Counters To Kill The Bacteria Harbored In The Blocked Follicles
It is not only that antibiotics such as tetracyclines simply do not work in the
long run as a treatment for acne bacteria and not the acne disease itself;
antibiotics are extremely destructive to your overall health as well as your
acne condition (see antibiotics, probiotics and prebiotics). Over-the-counter
creams and ointments such as benzoyl peroxide are aimed at treating the
acne-affected areas by killing the bacteria. The problem here is that killing the
bacteria does not eliminate the problem that caused the excessive production
of sebum oil, for instance. The treated acne spots may vanish, but others will
follow.
Another problem with this treatment is that some people may be allergic to
penicillin or benzoyl peroxide, and it may cause extreme rashes, swelling of
the face or even result in abnormal breakouts.
Moreover, using benzoyl peroxide will dry out the upper layers of the skin and
make it peel and redden. More peeling of skin can either block pores or let the
bacteria thrive and multiply or stimulate the oil glands. This produces more
sebum to compensate for the dryness, which can lead to more acne
breakouts.
That is why those who recommend using benzoyl peroxide on a daily basis
also recommend the use of a moisturizer afterwards.
Some researchers claim that benzoyl peroxide can cause premature skin
aging, slow healing and can increase skin cancer risk.
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Did you know that in 1995 the FDA issued a warning regarding the use of
benzoyl peroxide and changed its status from safe to uncertain?
By using benzoyl peroxide, you are not eliminating your acne; you are only
killing the bacteria. Once you stop using it, acne will return with a vengeance.
As you will see later, you have acne for a reason. Acne is a message from
your body you should not ignore.
Acne is like someone constantly knocking on your door. He won’t go away if
you put in earplugs or pump up the music volume. Only if you open the door
and confront this guy will you have a chance to make him go away.
Note About The Acne Bacteria
While many skin diseases are contagious, acne is not one of them. The acne
bacterium is not contagious, and it is not the cause of your acne. The acne
bacteria will encourage acne formation only if there is an excessive production
of sebum oil from your skin (caused by deeper factors as you will see later).
These bacteria are essential for keeping the skin flexible. Completely
destroying these bacteria can damage the skin's natural flexibility and make
you look older. Acne bacteria exist in everyone, whether you are an acne
sufferer or not. If you put all your efforts toward killing acne bacteria, you will
win only in the short term.
2. The Daily Intake Of Vitamin A Derivatives (Such As Accutane In
The USA And Roaccutane In Europe) For A Period Of A Few Months
This is known to effectively treat over 80% of acne patients as it dramatically
reduces the production of oil from the glands. However, the treatment requires
the patient to take medical tests and examinations due to severe known side
effects of the drug.
Accutane is a poison that (almost) completely eliminates the production of
sebum by the oil glands. Again, the production of sebum oil is only the
symptom, not the cause of acne.
It is a fact that it takes several months for Accutane to become effective. Your
acne will get worse initially, and in most cases it will come back as soon as
you stop taking Accutane.
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But that is not the real issue with Accutane, It also has some dark side effects
that should not be ignored.
Here is a partial list of the side effects: dry skin, dandruff, headaches, hair
loss, liver damage, bleeding from the nose, decreased night vision, birth
defects and even arthritis or complete loss of vision, The list goes on.
My experience with Accutane was disastrous, to say the least. At the
beginning my skin got extremely dry, and I suffered from additional acne
breakouts (which is natural at the beginning). One of the blood tests I had
taken as part of the Accutane treatment routine had shown a dramatic
increase of lymphocytes and I had to stop the treatment. After 3 months I went
on the vicious 22-week Accutane cycle again. This time Accutane did clear
most of my acne.
For 6 months I was almost clear, but then it came back, and this time it got
even worse. Moreover, I started getting severe pain in my elbows and the
knee area, and I still suffer from spontaneous pain attacks in those areas. A
very close friend of mine, who is also an experienced naturopath, told me it
was probably due to my use of Accutane.
So my advice to you is that if you are taking Accutane, stop it right now. If you
are considering taking Accutane, don’t do it. It is simply too dangerous.
3. Using Cloth Or Mechanical Tools Or Chemicals To Peel Off By
Scrubbing The External Layer Of The Skin With The Help Of Salicylic
Acid And Glycolic Acid
Needless to say, this is another on-the-surface patchwork treatment typical of
Western medicine. The surface may be clear at first and scar depth can be
reduced, but the disease stays.
4. Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives—taking hormones to decrease the overproduction of male
hormones, such as testosterone—can lower the production of acne at best. In
extreme cases it can lead to a severe hormonal imbalance, which can
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aggravate acne. Also, the body identifies it as another toxin to be eliminated,
putting more burden on your system, causing more acne instead of
eliminating it.
5. Proactive Solutions
Proactive solutions—the 3-product kit (cleanse, toner and lotion for repairing)
containing the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide and glycolic acid—do
exactly what is expected of an unnatural, external Western medical product., It
only kills the bacteria by drying the skin (benzoyl peroxide) and exfoliating the
dryness (glycolic acid).
Proactive solutions, as well as benzoyl peroxide alone, have helped to reduce
the acne formation in some people, but they do not solve the problem.
Furthermore, they cause more dryness and irritation.
Proactive solutions only reduce acne symptoms in the short run by putting
patches on the symptoms. In the long run they are practically useless—and
pricey.
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The Holistic Medicine Way
Natural medicine, or holistic medicine, yields to nature and its everlasting
laws. It is not preoccupied with diagnosis or cures as it is based on the belief
that what causes a disease to exist in the human body is the body itself being
incomplete. The laws responsible for illness cannot exist in a healthy and
complete body. A good allegory to that perception is that darkness cannot
exist in the presence of light.
Holistic medicine perceives the body as a whole (body, mind and spirit) and
not as the sum of its organs. According to holistic medicine, everything you
absorb—attitudes, beliefs, chemicals or food—directly affects your system as
a whole in a negative or positive way.
For that reason, holistic medicine aims to avoid any intrusive approach to
healing, but rather nourishes the approach of building a strong immune
system, increasing the body functionality and enhancing spiritual and mental
strength.
Natural medicine yields to nature and recognizes the individual obligation to
cleanse the body of any unnatural residues. A body that is cleansed from any
unnatural elements is more harmonized with nature and thus more
rejuvenated and vitalized. Unnatural elements include synthetic foods,
polluted air and water, inadequate exercise, accumulations of toxins in your
body and any extreme activity that does not yield to the laws of nature.
A disease occurs every time the body is in an imbalanced state or disharmony
due to excessive toxicity or inadequate nutrition (deficiency of force). The
symptoms of the disease indicate that something is wrong. Most illnesses
occur when the body's cleansing organs cannot remove the excessive
amounts of toxins that get into the cell walls, bones, hormone receptors,
tissues and even cell surfaces. In most cases when toxins enter your system,
disease begins. When symptoms occur, it is often too late as something has
already been damaged.
Natural medicine is based on the belief that by allowing the body to conduct
its internal cleansing process of removing toxins, also known as detoxification,
along with restoring it to a state of balance with the right nutrition, it can result
in more than 90% of illnesses being healed by the body itself.
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Acne is a warning sign of something very wrong inside your body.
Acne is in fact a cure, not only a disease. The body is trying to cure itself, and
it manifests in acne. Your body is desperately trying to tell you something. It is
warning you that you are in fact in a state of imbalance, that you are in danger
(from toxins, distorted hormone levels), and it can lead to more dangerous
diseases such as heart disease, stroke and cancer.
Ironically, you are lucky in comparison to people who do not have acne. They
are probably over-toxic too and also in a state of danger. But their body does
not communicate with them using acne as it does with you (because of a
certain major difference—see the acne equation).
Every type of blemish you have acts as a messenger from the body. It is
suggesting changes to your diet and lifestyle that will only benefit you in the
long run.
Acne can suggest that you are too tense and need to manage your stress more
effectively. It can suggest that you are in the wrong job and you should consider a
new one. It may suggest that you over-consume harmful foods and that your
system is loaded with toxins. It may suggest that you misuse skin products,
taking too many medications or over-the-counters, hardly exercising or not
having enough quality sleep. It is your obligation to use this information for your
own good so it will not only improve your skin condition but also your well-
being. It is time to wake up and get your system into natural balance again.
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The Acne Equation—The Theoretical Path To
Acne-Free Skin
Introduction
It may sound strange to you, but it took me years of study and research to
reach the following simple yet highly effective approach to the treatment of
acne. There are literally thousands of theories as to what causes acne and
what doesn't. They all sound very convincing up until the point where you put
those theories to the test.
The ideal approach to the treatment of acne is that there are no simple, one-
dimensional causes for acne. There are, however, certain conditions that lead
to acne formation.
It is the same healthy approach you must take when facing almost any conflict
or problematic situation in your life. The older you get and the more
experience you gain, you will find out that when it comes to practically solving
a problem, this approach by far outlasts all others. Suppose you are driving
your car on one of those busy Monday mornings, and you suddenly realize
you've slightly hit the rear end of the car in front of you. Now think about it for
a second. Was it 100% your fault because you should have looked ahead
instead of daydreaming? Or maybe it was the other driver's fault because he
pushed the brakes too suddenly as he saw a cat passing by and wanted to
avoid a road kill? Or maybe it was your fault for not keeping the required
distance between your car and his? Or maybe it was the cat's fault?
You see what I mean? The more you dig the more you find out that there are
almost never any direct causes for a situation to occur, and surely not one.
There are, however, certain conditions that are required in order to make
something happen. The same principle should be applied when we try to find
a solution to a problem. There can never be a single one-step solution that
will completely solve a problem from the root, certainly not in the long run.
You may ask why I am so hooked up on semantics. To make a long story
short, your acne didn't just happen, and it was certainly not caused by one
major factor such as bacteria or viruses, bad diet, B-5 deficiency, weak liver
function or any genetic tendency. In order for acne to happen, certain
conditions must exist (or a combination of certain active factors must take
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place). To solve a problem like acne from the root, you must change the
environment that encourages it and disable the conditions that lead to the
formation of it. There is no magic pill that someone may prescribe for you
which will eliminate your acne because there is no single definitive cause.
Since 1993 I have been studying the subject of acne, experimenting, reading
and gathering any information that may lead to a reasonable, comprehensive
yet practical solution. I have talked to authors, dermatologists, healers and
well-established researchers, and when I finally put the pieces together, the
conclusions seemed a bit odd at first, but the results are in. No matter what
any dermatologist would say about this theory, there is one thing that is
definite — it works. It works completely, and everyone who has experimented
with this plan has found the results to be truly remarkable. Not only that: it is
by far the most practical, simple, natural and safe acne solution available
today.
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The Theory
There are three main factors that create the environment in which acne can
exist:
1. Hormone Irregularities
2. Toxic Buildup
3. Genetic Tendencies
The following equation best describes the possible combination of the above
factors leading to acne formation. Do not panic, no one despises math like I
do. You might as well treat this equation as a simple logic illustration if it
helps.
(Hormone Irregularities Combined With Toxic Buildup) x (Genetic
Tendencies) = Acne
I will later explain in detail about each of these factors and what can be done
about them, but in the meanwhile let me say a few words about the acne
equation in general.
The acne equation illustrates all the possible factor combinations that lead to
the formation of acne. In order for you to have acne, the following conditions
must exist: You must have a combination of hormone irregularities and
toxic buildup in your system. However, these factors are not enough. In
order to have acne, you must also be prone to certain genetic tendencies
(more on that later). Only that combination can lead to acne.
Before we continue, let's explain all the factors in detail.
Hormonal Irregularities
Hormonal irregularities are a major factor in the formation of acne. Hormones
stimulate your oil glands to produce sebum to moisturize your skin naturally.
Androgens are hormones the body produces when we are in puberty; they are
known to stimulate the production of more oil. That is also why acne in
pregnancy is so common. In the first three months of pregnancy the levels of
progesterone are increasing and also causing more oil to be produced by the
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oil glands, resulting in acne. It is also common that after the first three months
of pregnancy, acne usually vanishes.
Excessive hormone production or excessive amounts of used hormones that are
not eliminated properly cause the over-stimulation of your oil glands, which
means that your skin will become more oily. But that is not enough to cause
acne. In order for acne to appear, the acne bacteria (passive in every person)
have to be fed with blood toxins to develop into acne.
However, this scenario is not true for every individual simply because there is
a third factor involved in the formation of acne, which I have referred to as
genetic tendencies (more on that later).
Pro-inflammatory, Anti-Inflammatory Hormones, Prostaglandins
and Acne
Acne, from the external point of view, is an inflammatory condition triggered
by the production of excessive amounts of sebum by the oil glands.
Researchers have found that the presence of certain Androgen hormones
such as Dihydro Testosterone (DHT) and Insulin make the oil glands go into
overdrive causing the excess sebum to block the pores. Insulin was also
found to advocate inflammation in the cellular levels.
Fortunately, in the same way that there are pro-inflammatory hormones
(Prostaglandin E2), there are also quite a few anti-inflammatory hormones
(Prostaglandin E1 and Prostaglandin E3), that help your body fight the
process of inflammation in the cellular level.
Therefore, by reducing pro-inflammatory hormones and taking large amounts
of anti-inflammatory hormones, you will significantly neutralize the
inflammation factor that triggers acne formation.
Prostaglandin E1, Prostaglandin E2 and Prostaglandin E3
Prostaglandins are biochemicals that communicate with hormones and cells
and trigger cells into action. Prostaglandins work inside the cells and help
regulate the function of cells and organs through the communication of cells
and hormones.
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Among their many functions Prostaglandins activate inflammatory responses
in the body, help clotting, aid reproduction processes, increase mucus
production to protect inflammation and increase blood flow in the kidneys.
With regards to acne, Prostaglandins make sure your androgen hormones are
in balance as they regulate your hormones so that just the right amount of
sebum will be produced by your skin oil glands and thus prevent excess
amounts of sebum production that leads to acne.
In order for hormones to be regulated properly and regain balance, your body
needs to produce sufficient amount of Prostaglandins. The only way your
body will be able to produce the required amount is if you provide your body
with certain important nutrients, such as essential fatty acids. You also need
to provide your body with these nutrients from quality sources and in a correct
ratio, otherwise the production of Prostaglandins will not be executed properly.
Additionally you have to provide your body with extra supplements that will
help the absorption of these Prostaglandins. By doing so your body will
produce the right amount of Prostaglandins that will help regulate your
hormones, making your hormones work in precise balance, not only
preventing the formation of acne but also preventing other health conditions
associated with hormonal regulation problems such as hair loss, excess body
fat and PMS symptoms.
Prostaglandin E1 is a powerful anti-inflammatory hormone that has the ability
to enhance immunity, reduce clotting, lower cholesterol and elevate mood. It
can also significantly inhibit the production of a pro-inflammatory hormone
called Prostaglandin E2, a hormone that depresses immunity and promotes
inflammatory reaction.
Therefore, taking specific supplements (see the supplementation section in
the NSC plan) along with making dietary changes that promote the production
of Prostaglandin E1 while inhibiting the production of Prostaglandin E2, can
have an enormously positive impact on your acne condition.
GLA (Gamma-Linolenic Acid - found in Borage or Evening Primrose oil).
GLA for example, is one of the most effective supplements that help the body
produce the vital Prostaglandin E1. Taken along with certain other
supplements such as Lecithin, Antioxidants, Zinc and Vitamin B complex it will
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help protect the oils from oxidizing and also help GLA convert into DGLA and
then into the Prostaglandin E1.
Prostaglandin E3 or Omega 3 is another anti-inflammatory hormone that
depresses the pro-inflammatory hormone Prostaglandin E2.
There are also certain foods such as wheat and milk that inhibit the production
of Prostaglandin E1 in your body and even promote the creation of the pro-
inflammatory hormone Prostaglandin E2.
Conclusion
Reducing pro-inflammatory hormones and creating anti-inflammatory
hormones can be achieved by: making dietary changes (thus minimizing
the production of pro-inflammatory hormones from food and creating the ideal
environment for the body to produce anti-inflammatory hormones- see the
NSC plan), taking anti-inflammatory supplements (or supplements that
help the body produce anti-inflammatory hormones- see the supplementation
section in the NSC plan) and by killing candida (that promotes the production
of pro-inflammatory hormones).
This will help create an internally anti-inflammatory environment that is proven
to dramatically reduce acne formation.
Toxic Buildup
Toxic buildup is another major factor in the acne equation and, just like the
hormone irregularities factor, they alone cannot create acne. It is only the
combination of the two that ultimately "opens the door" for acne formation.
However, as stated earlier, the combination of both hormone irregularities and
toxic buildup can lead to the formation of acne only if a certain genetic factor
is involved (more on that in a minute; be patient).
Toxic buildup in your blood, bowels and liver can occur if your primary organs
of elimination (intestines, liver and kidneys) cannot deal with the extreme
quantities of toxic waste, either because they are clogged or are overloaded
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with toxins themselves. Thus, they are unable to properly filter and eliminate
the toxins via the conventional primary routes of elimination—your bowels and
kidneys. When this happens, toxins are expelled via your lungs and skin.
Causes For Hormonal Imbalances And Toxic
Buildup
1. Congested Liver, Clogged And Sluggish Bowels
Hormone irregularities can occur if your liver is congested with either too
many toxins or stones that disrupt it (and the gallbladder) from either
deactivating used hormones or expelling them via your bowels or both.
Hormone irregularities can also occur when your bowels and kidneys fail to
eliminate deactivated hormones, causing these hormones to be reabsorbed
into the blood and becoming active again. This can happen for various
reasons, one of which can be that your bowels are also congested with toxins.
Your bowels could be clogged, filled with mucus that stimulates the growth of
parasites and candida.
Your liver is the main blood filtration organ that neutralizes and eliminates
toxins from the body. When your liver is overloaded with toxins and stones,
dangerous toxins from bad food, cell waste, parasites, candida and so on, are
not being expelled properly, they are reabsorbed into your blood. These toxins
can also be reabsorbed if your bowels are clogged or sluggish and cannot
handle the blood toxicity overload.
2. Nutrition Deficiencies And Dietary Factors
Nutritional deficiencies or “deficiency of force” is the major cause of most
diseases and dysfunctions. If your body does not have enough energy or
building materials to properly eliminate toxins and keep your system balanced,
a disease occurs.
This disease is simply your weak body’s reaction to the high levels of toxins
that are threatening it. Your body is just trying to cure itself, and it manifests in
a symptom of a disease such as acne.
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Again, why is the body lacking energy? Because we feed it with poison
instead of real food loaded with nutrients and energy.
The natural approach is based on the belief that there are many types of food
that can cause acne to appear. Foods with high levels of toxins as well as
acid-forming foods, refined carbohydrates, dairy products and hydrogenated
fats are direct causes for a dysfunctional digestive system (clogging and toxic
accumulation). A dysfunctional digestive system usually fails to evacuate toxic
waste, resulting in the elimination of waste via the skin pores.
A study that investigated the connection between diet and acne supported
these claims when it showed that non-Western populations (Kitavan Islanders
in Papua New Guinea and hunter-gatherers in Paraguay) had low blood
insulin levels and hardly any cases of acne and other typical Western
maladies (obesity and diabetes) compared to Western populations, who had
high blood insulin levels and suffered from all these illnesses including acne.
The difference between the populations was rooted in the eating habits of
each population. While Western populations were consuming refined and
simple carbohydrates including all sorts of toxic foods, processed and dairy
products (potato chips, chocolate and other snack foods), the hunters were
maintaining a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, roots, nuts and fish.
The high insulin levels in the blood were in fact the direct result of the Western
diet producing excessive amounts of insulin, which stimulated the
overproduction of sebum in the skin—the same sebum that encourages the
growth of bacteria that cause the formation of acne.
Fluctuations in blood sugar level (due to consumption of foods with high
glycemic load—GL), cause insulin levels to become elevated, thus lowering
IGFBP-3, a beneficial hormone that promotes normal skin cell death
(apoptosis) which prevents the pore from getting blocked.
When insulin is elevated, it also increases IGF-1, a hormone that stimulates
excessive skin cell growth. Elevated IGF-1 prevents IGFBP-3 from doing its
job.
Another cause of hormonal irregularity can simply be that your body has a
certain deficiency in prostaglandins, which are hormone stabilizers that the
body produces using a balanced supply of essential fatty acids. Without this
balance you will likely suffer from a chronic hormone imbalance that leads to
acne.
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3. Food Allergy
An allergic reaction to food happens when your body identifies a certain food
as an invader in your system. Your immune system is then sent to attack the
invader and neutralize it for the purpose of eventually having it removed from
your body, thus causing the allergy symptoms. The body’s reaction process
results in extra toxins that have to be filtered and expelled via your liver,
intestines and kidneys, thus putting extra stress on these organs of
elimination. This results in the expulsion of these toxins via the secondary
channels—your lungs and skin.
4. Candida Albicans
Candida is a microorganism (a vicious yeast) that dwells inside the digestive
system and can transform from yeast to a fungus as it seeks the opportunity
to propagate. When candida starts to flourish it can negatively affect the
colon, bladder, liver and vagina.
The most destructive aspect of candida growth results mainly from its waste
product (mycotoxins) that can affect the brain, the immune system, joints,
muscles, tissues and especially damaging the functionality of the liver.
The following are the common symptoms associated with severe candida
overgrowth:
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Recurrent vaginal infections
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Recurrent urinary infections
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Cramps, menstrual problems, PMS
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Anxiety attacks, paranoia
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Feeling dreamy, forgetful
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Heart palpitations
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Fatigue, a drained feeling
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Depression
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Muscle aches or weakness
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Stiffness in joints
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Headaches and backaches
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Abdominal discomfort
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Food cravings, frequent eating
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Constipation or diarrhea
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Bloating, belching, gas
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Irritable bowel, pre-ulcer
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Tightness in the chest
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Hypothyroidism (low thyroid)
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Immune problems, frequent colds
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Prostate problems
• Nausea or shaking when hungry
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Irritability
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Drowsiness
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Dizziness
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Insomnia, sleep disturbances
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Watery eyes
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Dry skin, psoriasis or rashes
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Nasal congestion or drip
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Urinary frequency
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Burning on urination
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Cracks at corners of the mouth
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Indigestion or heartburn
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Sensitivity to milk or wheat
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Rectal itching
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Vaginal itching
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Mouth rashes, dry mouth
• Bad breath, even after brushing
If you recognize four or more of these symptoms it may indicate that you have
severe candida overgrowth.
Candida albicans, stimulated by antibiotics and refined carbohydrates (such
as sugar and white flour), can grow to a plant-like form, break through the
intestinal walls and help the yeast drive through the bloodstream and feed
toxins into it.
Candida thrives when the blood pH becomes acid. This usually happens when
we consume less alkaline foods and more acid foods. (for more info on blood
pH, see the NSC plan). When the blood pH becomes more acid, candida
overgrows (as it adapts to the new acid environment) secreting more
mycotoxins that put a burden on your liver and intestines as well as other
organs of elimination.
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Needless to say, damaging the liver can have a negative impact on your acne.
In fact, most acne sufferers in my opinion have an overgrown candida in their
system that once eliminated will result in a remarkable improvement on their
skin and health condition in general. Controlling candida has proven to be a
great influence in significantly reducing acne breakouts.
Simple Home Test To Discover The Severity Of
Your Candida
Since conventional medical tests for yeast infection are not always accurate,
the best advice is to combine a solid medical diagnosis with a reliable self-
diagnosis. The following is a simple and easy-to-use home test for candida:
First thing in the morning and on an empty stomach (no food or liquids
allowed), find a clear glass and fill it with mineral or reverse osmosis water.
Next, work out a generous amount of saliva and spit into the glass.
Leave the glass of water aside for a period of up to an hour. If you have a mild
case of candida yeast infection, you will see strings in the form of legs that
travel down into the water.
If you have an advanced case of candida yeast infection, you will see your
saliva sink to the bottom of the glass.
Bear in mind that most people fail the test. (I failed it when I first applied this
self-diagnosis test.) Only in rare cases, or after you have eliminated your
candida, will the saliva remain floating on the water.
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5. Stress
Although many conventional doctors claim that there is no direct connection
between the state of stress or anxiety and acne breakouts, it has been tested
and proven that stress causes the production of hormones (such as cortisol)
and the weakening of the immune system that indirectly cause acne to
aggravate.
Furthermore, when you are in a state of stress, your body depletes various
essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B and
magnesium that are essential for hormonal balance.
People inflicted with acne already suffer from abnormalities in hormone
regulations, so stress can only aggravate it. Moreover, in a state of anxiety the
digestive system seems to work more slowly due to lack of blood. A state of
insufficient blood in the stomach is the result of the body trying to survive by
rushing blood from "less" important organs to more survival-dependent organs
like your muscles.
Stress can also put a burden on your liver, the same as other negative
feelings can, such as hate, envy and jealousy. This weakens the liver,
decreasing its ability to regulate your hormones that have gone out of
balance, and it also kills the friendly bacteria in your intestines and makes
your blood more acid. The weakened liver and immune system cannot handle
the over-acidity.
Thus the ideal acne conditions are being built.
6. Sleep Disorders
The natural way regards insufficient sleep as one of the secondary causes for
acne breakouts. When we do not get much sleep, there is an increase in
hormone levels, which can indirectly lead to acne breakouts. Sleep is a mini-
detoxification period needed for the liver to eliminate toxins from your blood
that otherwise would be reabsorbed into your system to be expelled later
through your skin.
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Genetic Tendencies
The last factor in the acne equation is genetic tendencies. This is by far the
most important factor leading to the formation of acne. Unfortunately most
genetic factors cannot be controlled or deactivated.
Genetic tendencies are merely individual tendencies of the body to act or
react in a certain way that is not common to everyone. Genetic tendencies are
the missing link that explains the difference between people who have acne
and those who do not.
Some researchers have claimed that people who have acne suffer from either
weak and sluggish digestion systems or from having weak liver functions. This
is one explanation as to why two people can eat the same food (leading to
over-blood toxicity) and be the same age (such as puberty when there are
elevated androgen levels) and yet one suffers from acne and the other does
not. However, medical studies trying to establish the cause of acne have shown
that acne sufferers and non-sufferers, have no difference in liver function.
Some acne sufferers can have a weak liver capacity, but so do people who
have never suffered from acne in their lives.
The only genetic difference between acne sufferers and non-sufferers is that
acne sufferers seem to have oil glands that are sensitive to even the slightest
elevation in androgen levels.
This over-sensitivity of the oil gland receptors is the third most important yet
uncontrollable factor in the acne equation. Note that there could be other
genetic factors that differentiate acne sufferers from non-sufferers such as the
size of the oil gland, the skin type and other, unknown hereditary factors. At
present, the most prominent genetic component in the formation of acne
seems to be the over sensitivity of oil gland receptors.
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The Acne Equation—Summary
Only the combination of the three above factors can lead to the formation of
acne. If you have acne, then most certainly you have sensitive oil gland
receptors, and unfortunately you cannot change that.
However there are two other main factors involved in the formation of acne—
hormone irregularities and toxic buildup. So logically, "deactivating" these two
factors by taking the necessary means (more on that later), you practically
ensure the elimination of acne symptoms.
On the other hand, by compromising the other factors, you practically open
the way for the formation of acne. It is as simple as that. It goes even further;
the more you compromise the controllable factors, the more you aggravate
your acne. And the more you operate to deactivate these factors, the less you
will suffer from the symptoms of acne.
If you follow the Acne No More™ System, fortify your body with energy (force),
purify your system from toxins, balance your hormones and strengthen the
organs of elimination, then no matter how genetically acne-prone your system
may be, you will never experience any symptoms of acne.
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Chapter 3—The Acne No More™
System
Introduction
My Acne No More™ System is a proven system that has been developed,
polished and perfected over 4 years of intensive research through my own
personal voyage and speaking with countless acne sufferers, naturopaths,
nutritionists, herbalists and homeopaths.
The Acne No More™ System is a very thorough acne elimination plan aimed
at deactivating the root factors that create the environment in which acne can
thrive. This plan addresses the controllable root factors (hormone irregularities
and toxic buildup) that lead to acne, using a certain combination of protocols
required to deactivate them.
Bear in mind that applying a single step of this plan will not guarantee a
successful elimination of the acne symptoms.
The cleansing, rejuvenating and building of the liver functions as well as
cleansing and regenerating the bowel and digestive system are the building
stones of the Acne No More™ System.
The liver, our most important and primary detoxifying organ is also
responsible for regulating hormonal activity, can be rejuvenated and
strengthened only if the digestive system is not compromised. In order to
properly build liver function, we must ensure the bowels are cleansed, have
optimal transient time and are free from mucus and bad bacteria. If the
digestive system is sluggish, toxins will not be expelled properly, placing
stress on the liver and weakening it.
That is why only a dedicated efforts towards combining all of the essential
acne-clear steps will ensure the complete eradication of these acne-causing
factors, resulting in the elimination of acne.
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The Five Pillars Of The Acne No More™ System
Pillar 1
Cleansing And Flushing—Cleansing And Rebuilding The Organs
Of Elimination
Fasting is an intensive detoxification process that relieves the body of stored
toxics and allows it to strengthen, heal and fortify itself. The main purposes of
the cleansing and flushing program are to cleanse, rebuild and regenerate the
main organs of elimination and lay the foundation for eradicating candida.
By conducting a series of juice fasts, accumulated toxins will be expelled from
your body, eliminating acne inflammation, revitalizing your oil glands and
normalizing hormone production while supporting your body with a variety of
nutrients that supply energy and vitality.
Juice fasting combined with various methods of colon cleansing (including the
introduction of toxin-absorbing materials) will ensure your bowels are free of
mucus, accumulated toxins and bad bacteria and also help regenerate the
bowel lining.
This will clear the way for re-establishing friendly bacteria, regenerating the
digestive system, ensuring toxins are properly expelled through the revitalized
and cleansed organs of elimination, and nutrition absorption is restored to
normal (also responsible for hormonal balance).
Various herb teas taken during juice fasting, along with certain manipulation
techniques and exercises, will help your organs of elimination detoxify
themselves.
Fasting restricted only to water, or in our case low-sugar vegetable juices,
combined with the re-establishment of friendly bacteria (with the aid of colon
irrigation methods) will be the first step for eradicating candida—the same
candida that pollutes your blood and stresses your liver.
The liver flush plan that comes after an apple juice fast and a parasite
eradication plan will rejuvenate, cleanse and purge the liver and gallbladder
from stones and other debris and toxic residue, resulting in a dramatic
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improvement of liver function and a remarkable improvement of your skin
condition.
Pillar 2
Nutrition, Supplementation And Candida Eradication Plan (NSC
Plan)—Supplying The Body With “Force”, Maintaining A Balanced
Clean System And Final Elimination Of Candida
Your skin will respond favorably when you support your body's detoxification
organs with the proper nutrition and supplementation plan. Adhering to the
optimized NSC plan while following the eating for optimal digestion rules is
another action step you must incorporate into your daily routine.
The NSC plan alone will not eliminate your acne. It is, however, an important
part that needs to be combined with the fasting sessions in order to eliminate
the condition that leads to the formation of acne.
The main purpose of the NSC plan is to ensure your system will stay toxin-
free while maintaining a proper function of the organs of elimination.
Furthermore, by including the intake of essential supplements (vitamins,
minerals and herbs), the dietary routine will give your body the “force”
(energy) it needs to properly get rid of toxins and help the skin heal itself,
maintain hormonal balance and re-establish the friendly bacteria. These
supplements should be combined with anti-fungal agents which are herbal
supplements that will help your body in its final battle against candida.
The NSC plan will ensure you are not consuming the wrong foods that can
poison your blood and disrupt your hormonal balance while depriving the body
of the energy it needs. The NSC plan encourages the consumption of
cleansing, hormone-balancing and preferably raw, alkaline-forming foods that
help keep the blood clean, maintain the proper blood pH, aid digestion,
enhance nutrition absorption and help the body discharge waste while
preventing the accumulation of destructive poisons.
As part of the NSC plan you will also perform a food elimination diet and food
allergy tests. The purpose of the elimination diet is to expand your menu with
foods that are not known as extreme aggravators while the allergy tests will
eliminate foods that trigger allergies.
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The allergy test is highly important simply because some foods that you may
be allergic to may lead to acne regardless of how devoted you are to the
Acne No More™ System. All your efforts will be in vain unless you eliminate
these foods from your diet.
Pillar 3
Detoxification Diet Plan—Gradual Toxic Discharge Prior To Juicing
In a detox diet we simply eliminate foods that are known to be toxic or acne-
aggravating and consume mostly cleansing foods.
The purpose of a detox diet is practically the same as in juice cleansing, only
the process will be much slower. The detox diet helps the body discharge
toxic waste accumulated in the tissues, vital organs and cells by expelling
them through the skin, intestines, liver, lungs, kidneys and lymphatic system.
A detoxification program will generally be conducted prior to the juice
cleansing plan since it provides a more natural entry into the fast, making the
juice fast cleansing process less overwhelming. Two days prior to a juice-
water fasting session, I usually prefer a more intense "no-protein"
detoxification diet limited to raw fruits and vegetables.
For moderate to severe cases of acne, I recommend alternating between the
Two Day Detox Diet and the 7 day Detoxification Program According to
the Ayurveda.
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Pillar 4
Stress Control And Sleep Optimization Plan—Preventing Hormonal
Imbalance And Toxic Buildup
Similar to diet and fasting, reducing stress alone will not make your acne go
away. The stress reduction plan should also be incorporated into your daily
routine and should be combined with the fasting sessions and optimized
dietary guidelines.
The stress reduction plan aims at controlling stress using various relaxation
techniques such as exercise, meditating, breathing, laughing, photography
and mind control exercises. The purpose of these exercises is to lower
hormonal levels and to eliminate other stress-related symptoms such as blood
intoxication and a weakened immune system that play a major role in the
formation of acne.
The sleep optimization plan, using proven techniques, will ensure that you will
enjoy a sufficient amount of sleep each night, thus preventing hormonal
irregularities proven to be caused by sleep deprivation.
Pillar 5
Natural Skin Care Plan—Dealing With External Acne Factors And
Nourishing The Skin
Acne breakouts can also be triggered by secondary factors such as improper
or lack of external skin care, which should not be underestimated.
There are two main external factors that may lead to the formation of acne or
the aggravation of it.
1. Clogged Skin Pores And Dehydrated Skin
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Due to the use of harsh acne products like Benzoyl Peroxide, the use of
inadequate moisturizers and mineral oils, taking too many hot showers, an
excessive intake of table salt or using scrubs excessively, a dehydration
process of the skin can occur where the natural renewal of skin cells
(exfoliation) slows down, leading to blocked pores. Aggressive cleansing of
facial skin can also trigger the body to produce more sebum to make up for
the loss. Most cosmetic products are loaded with chemical toxins being
absorbed into your blood through your skin.
2. Squeezing And Picking The Skin
Squeezing and picking the skin to remove blackheads or whiteheads, when
done unprofessionally and without proper hygiene, can cause infection to
spread deeper into the skin and may eventually turn into large cysts.
The external skin care plan will provide healthy guidelines, tips and daily
techniques essential for keeping your skin clean from bacteria, removing dead
cells and accelerating the healing process. In addition, it will provide proper
methods on how to eliminate blackheads and nourish the skin naturally and
safely. The external care plan will help the skin become more vibrant, even
toned and pH-balanced without the risk of damaging it by using improper
techniques or unnatural cosmetic products that can worsen, rather than
improve, your skin’s condition.
The external skin care plan will provide valuable information on the most
effective natural skin care ingredients and products tested to be safe,
antibacterial and antiseptic. Among these products you will find highly
effective natural cleansers, exfoliators and toxin attractors, all beneficial to
acne-prone skin.
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The Acne No More™ System—Putting it All Together
The only surefire way to get rid of your acne is by completely dedicating yourself
to the Acne No More™ System—the ideal combination guaranteed to
deactivate the controllable factors that lead to acne.
Each program alone will not do it, and will not guarantee lasting acne-clear
skin. The programs are designed to work in perfect harmony with each other
leading to an acne-free environment.
While the cleansing program will aggressively cleanse and regenerate your
elimination organs and start the eradication process of candida, flushing will
rebuild your liver and gallbladder functions, which can only be done after your
bowels are balanced and cleansed.
The NSC plan will further help in the eradication of Candida as it maintains a
balanced and relatively toxic-free system.
The stress control, sleep optimization and skin care programs are aimed
at preventing toxic buildup and hormonal irregularities that encourage acne
formation while keeping your system balanced and your skin nourished and
healthy.
The Acne No More™ System is a powerful and rewarding yet very practical
program that requires devotion and discipline. Cheating here and there and
cutting a few corners are acceptable and will not have much effect on the final
outcome.
However, you must keep in mind that too much "creativity" on your part may
simply yield poor results, so try to stay as focused as possible on the plan.
After all, it is the labor of many hours of intensive research aimed at
eliminating acne at the root in the most complete and effective way.
Keep in mind that you can e-mail me at anytime if you are facing any trouble
or in need of any kind of emotional or educational support. I would love to
hear from you.
I am positive that this program can be very effective to anyone with mild to
moderate and even highly severe cases of acne.
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This program has been proven to work and show substantial results within
approximately 7-8 weeks.
Regardless of any doubts you may have or how simple it may seem, as long
as you stay loyal to the principles of the Acne No More™ System and follow it
closely, I promise you it will have a dramatic impact on your skin condition, it
will totally prevent any new breakouts, blackheads and scarring, and have an
immense positive effect on your overall health, appearance and the way you
feel.
Some of my readers have found the program to be a little demanding, and it is
only natural that they feel that way when we are surrounded with endless
online and offline slogans promising a quick fix in 3 days with “let’s-take-your-
money-and-run” acne cures. However demanding this program may be, I know
one thing for sure—it works, and most importantly, it is simple and practical.
You may not believe it now, but it really does get easier as time passes by
and even becomes enjoyable.
I urge you to give this program a chance. I promise that you will never regret
it.
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Introduction To The Acne No More™ Quick Results Mini-
Program
The Acne No More™ System is aimed at individuals who suffer from mild to
very severe forms of acne. As you already know, the main purpose of the
program is to eliminate the root factors that lead to acne rather than put
patches on the symptoms.
As such, the Acne No More™ System takes time, patience and persistence to
complete. After years of compromise (eating the wrong foods, depriving the
body of its nutritional requirements, conducting the wrong lifestyle, taking
harsh and harmful medications, etc.), it is only logical that it will take time for
the skin to heal itself and for the body to cleanse, rebuild its organs of
elimination and get into natural balance again (an environment where acne
cannot exist).
Having said that, I constantly get e-mails either from individuals with light acne
or people with relatively stressful and demanding schedules (such as work-at-
home moms, dot-com people, brokers, etc.) asking for a lighter, more
convenient program that would better fit their busy lives.
So if you are extremely busy and cannot afford to follow all the clear skin
protocols mentioned in the Acne No More™ program or if you have very light
acne (no cysts, bumps or extreme inflammation and your acne covers only
small areas of your face), here is a “Quick Results Mini-Program” I have
created especially to suit your needs.
It is relatively short, extremely practical and easy, and if followed correctly can
yield significant results on your acne condition.
Note: Although this plan is based on the same principles of the full Acne No
More™ System, in most cases it won’t fix the root cause of acne, and it won’t
clear your acne permanently. However, it will give you short-term and
immediate results that you will be proud of and will hopefully give you a desire
to go for the full Acne No More™ System when you have more time in the
future.
