Nightshades are a group of foods consisting of potatoes [not sweet potatoes], tomatoes, eggplants, sweet and hot peppers, cayenne, red pepper, tomatillos, goji berries, etc. and spices derived from peppers, including paprika.
These foods can appear harmless, but they contain compounds that trigger inflammation for some. These could be a source of your unclear skin. To understand why nightshades can trigger inflammation, read this.
A list of most nightshades can be found here.
Clear Skin Nutrition: Table of Contents
- Foods to avoid for clear skin:
- Refined and processed foods
- Foods to avoid for clear skin: Trans fats/Chemical additives/artificial colorings and flavorings
- High fructose corn syrup
- Grains/pseudo grains (rice, corn, wheat, barley, and more)
- Legumes (beans, lentils)
- Refined sugar/Sugar alternatives
- Nuts & Seeds
- Refined oils aka Vegetable oils
- Dairy & Eggs
- Nightshades (potatoes, peppers, and more)
- Alcohol
- Foods that can cause skin issues:
- Foods you can eat for clear skin
