If you are fantasizing that Mrs. Nature will ease up and that you will grow out of acne, dermatologist Alan R. Shalita, MD omens, "Acne that worsens during a women's monthly cycle isn't something that women will grow out of as they get older".

“That’s some consolation doc,” snorts Shelly. Nevertheless, lay your worries aside ladies. You can derail PMS pimples with preparation.

Counteract excess oil secretion during your PMS days by using clay masks to extract excess oils. Additionally, ensure that you are eating foods containing Omega 3 such as olive oil, salmon, spinach, mustard greens and rainbow trout. The essential fatty acid found in these foods helps body eliminate pro-inflammatory substances that can trigger acne. Also, during PMS, give yourself permission to relax. Rest removes stress from your adrenal glands and helps reduce amount of androgens circulating in your system.

In a word, you take “pimples” out of PMS with preparation. And preparation is futile without practice. Unlike party planning, you can decide what shows up on your face.

Foods with moderate amounts of iodine include: ·Egg whites ·Fresh noncured meat from butcher ·Matzoh ·Homemade bread made with non-iodized salt and oil (not soy!) instead of butter or milk ·Most fresh fruits and vegetables (but not too much spinach & broccoli), washed well ·Frozen vegetables that don't have high-iodine ingredients (like regular salt) added ·Canned peaches, pears and pineapples ·Natural unsalted peanut butter ·Clear sodas ·Coffee or tea, as long as it's made with distilled water. But remember, only non-dairy creamer! ·Popcorn popped in vegetable oil or air popped, with non-iodized salt ·Sorbet - but remember to check ingredient list for FD&C red dye #3!

As with all things, self-knowledge and moderation are keys to divine health. It’s always good to know what you are eating before it starts eating away at you.