Acne and sugar?

I saw a news article saying that excessive sugar intake may be linked to acne, so I wanted to share this.

What if you suddenly get acne? Acne can also be a sign of excessive sugar intake. According to a paper published in 2015 by Turkish researchers in the U.S. medical digital library 'PubMed Central' It was revealed that excessive sugar intake can increase insulin resistance, which is linked to the occurrence of acne. Insulin resistance refers to a phenomenon in which the function of insulin, which lowers blood sugar, is impaired, preventing cells from effectively burning glucose.

There is a study that presented a similar conclusion. Researchers at the Chandigarh Medical University in India conducted an experiment on 200 men aged 20 and older to determine the link between sugar intake and acne. When the researchers compared 100 men with acne with 100 men without acne, it was found that the rate of insulin resistance was significantly higher in the acne group (22%) than in the control group (11%).

Eating too much sugar can increase wrinkles. It is due to 'glycation.' This refers to the phenomenon where glucose circulating in the blood attaches to proteins or amino acids in the skin and forms permanent bonds. 'Advanced Glycation Products,' which are byproducts accumulated through glycation, are known to weaken the protein function of the skin's dermis (a thick layer of cells beneath the epidermis) and accelerate aging.

※ Reducing sugar intake in daily life

It is not easy to suddenly give up sweets. It is wiser to keep seasonal fruits close at hand and acclimate your taste buds. This is because fruits are rich not only in natural sugars but also in various vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. You can also reduce your sugar intake itself. An official from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety stated, "Just one spoonful of ice cream contains 100g of sugar, which is equivalent to the sugar content of three slices of apple or one and a half tangerines."

It is also advisable to get into the habit of checking nutritional information before purchasing food. According to the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, people who check the nutritional content labeling on food packaging consume 6.5g less sugar than those who do not.

I heard it also accelerates aging.

I need to get into the habit of reducing sugar while eating seasonal fruits!

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https://www.nongmin.com/article/20230721500701