{"id":33883,"date":"2023-02-02T21:15:04","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T21:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=33883"},"modified":"2023-02-02T21:18:35","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T21:18:35","slug":"is-zinc-good-for-acne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/is-zinc-good-for-acne\/","title":{"rendered":"This Mineral Is a Superstar at Banishing Breakouts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is zinc<\/a> good for acne? Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN<\/a>, recaps the research behind its ability to support a clear complexion. Plus: the top foods rich in zinc worth adding to your diet.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

Breakouts happen for many reasons, from diet and hormones<\/a> to your skincare routine. But what if the ticket to clear skin<\/a> is as simple as adding a superstar nutrient to your diet? Zinc is a crucial mineral to support your skin\u2019s health. In fact, zinc has been used for topical and oral support<\/a> for a variety of skin conditions, from warts to sunburns, pigment disorders, wound healing, and inflammatory skin conditions for centuries. (Think about it: Nearly every mineral sunscreen<\/a> and diaper rash cream contains zinc oxide.)<\/p>\n\n\n

Zinc has many functions throughout the body, and its benefits go far beyond supporting skin health. Among other things, it\u2019s essential for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n