Food and Nutrition
Foods to be taken
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A strong immune system helps the body heal sebaceous cysts on its own. Eating antioxidant rich fruits, whole grains, and vegetables including berries, citrus fruits, and dark leafy greens help boost immunity and remove toxins from the body.
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Increase water intake to flush toxins outside the body.
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Increase your consumption of healthy oils to promote healthy skin and reduce sebum stagnation in the hair shafts. Foods which contain healthy oils are nuts and seeds, avocadoes, fish, flaxseed oil, Evening primrose oil and fish oil.
Foods to be avoided
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Dairy foods, red meats, sugary foods, saturated fats and fatty foods
Home Remedies
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Do not scratch, touch, squeeze or attempt to drain or puncture the cyst
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Place a warm, moist cloth over the area to help the cyst drain and heal
- Keep the area clean. Wash the area regularly to avoid infection