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I want to do a sugar scrub. is that a problem if im a diabetic?

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Dr. Vered Lewy-Weiss answered

No: As long as you don't have any open wounds which could become infected, a sugar scrub won't elevate sugars. A scrub is for the skin. The sugar won't be a problem unless you eat it.

Answered 5/15/2018

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A member asked:

I want to do a sugar scrub. is that a problem if im a diabetic?

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Dr. Vered Lewy-Weiss answered

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