Food and Acne: Myths and Truths Revealed
Worried about your favorite snack causing spots? New York-based Cosmetic Dermatologist Patricia Wexler separates the troublemakers from the wrongly accused.
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**Myth or Truth: **Partially True
"Current thinking is that foods with a high glycemic index (GI) exacerbate acne. These foods increase the insulin in your system which translates into worsening of acne."
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**Myth or Truth: **Partially True
"It's the sugars in chocolate which causes the acne, not the chocolate itself. Just like in candy, it causes a surge in insulin which translates to increases in breakouts."
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Myth or Truth: Truth
"It’s not the oil in the chips, but the carbs! Choosing a complex carb chip is less likely to cause acne. Try any sweet potato variety."
Try: Food Should Taste Good Sweet Potato. Foodshouldtastegood.com.
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**Myth or Truth: **Myth
"Neither fat or dairy has been directly connected to acne."
