At Least 46% of Patients Have Tried Eliminating Dairy Without Consulting a Doctor or Dietitian First
While a specific statistic claiming that exactly 46% of patients eliminate dairy without professional guidance cannot be verified through published…
At Least 44% of People With Acne Have Tried a Restrictive Diet to Clear Their Skin…Only 15% Reported Significant Improvement
The idea that we can diet our way to clear skin is deeply appealing. It’s inexpensive, it’s something we can control, and it promises a natural solution…
Fact Check: Does a High-Protein Diet Cause Acne? Whey Protein Specifically Has Been Linked to Breakouts in Some Studies
The short answer is yes, whey protein has been linked to acne in some people—but it’s not a universal trigger.
Fact Check: Does Dairy-Free Diet Clear Acne? Some Studies Show Improvement but Results Vary Widely
No, a dairy-free diet does not reliably clear acne for everyone, despite what some wellness claims suggest.
She Was Told Acne Was Her Fault for Eating Chocolate…Her Doctor Said Diet Plays a Minor Role Compared to Genetics
Your doctor was right to tell you that diet plays a minor role in acne compared to genetics. Research shows that approximately 80% of your acne risk comes…
New Research Links High-Glycemic Diets to 30% More Acne Breakouts in Young Adults
Research over the past decade has consistently demonstrated a significant connection between high-glycemic diets and increased acne severity in young…
What Plant-Based Diets Do for Acne — Real Evidence
Plant-based diets do show evidence of helping acne, primarily because eliminating dairy removes a significant dietary acne trigger.
What High Protein Diets Do to Acne Hormones
High protein diets can trigger or worsen acne in susceptible individuals by elevating insulin levels and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), both of…
What Low-Carb Diets Do to Sebum Composition
Low-carb diets reduce the glycemic load you consume, which in turn lowers insulin levels and decreases hormonal stimulation of your sebaceous glands.
Is Your Diet Causing Breakouts New Study Points to Sugar Intake
New research suggests that sugar intake may indeed be contributing to acne breakouts, though not as a definitive cause.