Diet Recommendations

Below mentioned are some of the foods that help to remove melasma and some foods that worsen the condition.

Foods to be taken

• Eat foods that contain vitamin C and E. These vitamins are found in foods such as citrus fruits, kiwis, nuts, almonds, brightly colored vegetables, and fish.
• Drinking a glass of orange juice in the morning could be a great defense against the spread of this skin condition.
• Folic acid deficiency may lead to melisma. Foods that are high in folic acid include citrus fruits, nuts, green leafy vegetables, and whole grains.
• Fruits like oranges, apples, and grapefruit, and vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and Brussel sprouts should be taken. The fiber included foods should also be taken to prevent the formation of excess estrogen.
• These antioxidant nutrients help repair sun damage to the skin that can cause melasma.

• Foods high in sugar, gluten, and yeast.
• Tamarind, spicy, salty foods and drinks, brinjal, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks.
• Avoid oily, spicy, hot, roasted food.
• Avoid junk food and cold drinks.
• Avoid all types of food which impair Rakta, Pitta, and Kapha.