ASK THE EXPERTS: Severe Acne

QI am a young professional, and suffer from severe acne. I eat a healthy diet, have tried antibiotics, and taken the pill to regulate my hormones, but the stress of my job still triggers outbreaks. What can I do?

AA little stress can enhance performance, but when it gets out of hand, health suffers and skin is often affected. Deep breathing is one of the best ways to aid relaxation but herbal remedies can also help. In Ayurvedic medicine the herb basil is regarded as one of the best medicines to ease stress. Modern research has shown this plant can decrease levels of the hormone cortisol, which is produced in times of stress. Basil can be bought fresh in the supermarket and eaten raw or added to food, but to get it in therapeutic quantities try Wisdom of Natures Holy Basil (pounds 29.49) or their Stress Advantage softgels (pounds 18.49) which combine Ayurvedic, Chinese, Indonesian and Russian herbs for stress relief. You can also help your skin by taking Supercritical Antioxidants, (pounds 25.49) which helps detoxify and regenerate skin cells. See www.wisofnature.com or call 0808 141 22 33 for stockists. JY

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