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research The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects

December 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport”

Too much sugar harms skin, causing wrinkles and acne, but a low-sugar diet can help.

research Acne

2 citations , May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology”

Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.

research Dietary Selenium Deprivation Oppositely Impacts Longevity and Healthspan in Telomere Dysfunctional Mice

April 2017 in “The FASEB journal”

Low selenium levels worsen health but increase lifespan in mice.

research Linking diet to acne metabolomics, inflammation, and comedogenesis: an update

138 citations , July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

Eating less sugar, milk, and saturated fats and more vegetables and fish may help treat and prevent acne.

research Role of insulin, insulin‐like growth factor‐1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris

200 citations , August 2009 in “Experimental dermatology”

Eating high-glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

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community Sugar and Hair loss connections

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

community How do you keep your bloodsugar low on finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride may affect blood sugar and metabolism, with some users reporting increased blood sugar and changes in body composition. To manage potential side effects, users suggest exercise, intermittent fasting, and dietary adjustments.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

in Progress Pictures 300 upvotes 2 years ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

community Does high sugar/insulin resistance or generally bad diet prevent fin/dut from working?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 8 months ago

A poor diet high in sugar and insulin resistance may reduce the effectiveness of finasteride in treating hair loss. Improving diet could potentially enhance treatment results.

community 15-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm Roller.

in Progress Pictures 316 upvotes 2 years ago

The user shared a 15-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride (0.5mg/day), Minoxidil (5% foam twice daily), Nizoral (1% every 3 days), and a 1.5mm derma roller (twice a month), along with a multivitamin, exercise, low sugar diet, hydration, and consistent sleep. They started seeing results after 6-9 months, with significant improvement at the 1-year mark, and apply Minoxidil the day after derma rolling.

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