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Diet and dermatosis

W M Ringsdorf, E Cheraskin

    Southern Medical Journal
    |June 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    High intake of refined carbohydrates, including sugar, is strongly linked to skin problems. This dietary pattern was observed in individuals experiencing various skin symptoms and signs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nutrition Science
    • Dermatology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Dietary habits significantly influence overall health.
    • Specific dietary components may impact dermatological conditions.
    • Understanding diet-skin correlations is crucial for public health.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the association between refined carbohydrate consumption and the occurrence of skin symptoms and signs.
    • To quantify the relationship between various measures of refined carbohydrate intake and dermatological manifestations.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of dietary intake and medical history data.
    • Inclusion of 1,058 participants comprising physicians, dentists, and their spouses.
    • Assessment of five distinct parameters of refined carbohydrate consumption.

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    Main Results:

    • A significant correlation (p < 0.010 to < 0.001) was found between refined carbohydrate intake and skin issues.
    • Individuals with skin symptoms or signs consumed significantly more refined carbohydrates.
    • This association held true across all measured parameters: total calories, calories from refined carbohydrate, percentage of calories from refined carbohydrate, grams of refined carbohydrate, and teaspoonfuls of sugar.

    Conclusions:

    • Refined carbohydrate consumption is a significant factor associated with the incidence of skin symptoms and signs.
    • Dietary modification, specifically reducing refined carbohydrate intake, may be beneficial for skin health.
    • Further research into the mechanisms linking diet and dermatology is warranted.