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Select high fiber choices such as brown rice and whole grain breads and pasta. A balanced diet combined with exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight which is also shown to be important in alleviating symptoms. Here at Houston Acne Specialists we customize your treatment and homecare to battle your acne no matter what the cause is. 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