Sugar: Could be coincidence or elevated blood sugar. Check your A1c level. Remember, acne is an infection and bacteria love to be fed. Sugar is a favorite of theirs. Could also be that your elevated sugar makes you produce more skin oil, a component of acne.
Answered 1/12/2015
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Acne and Diet: Researchers say foods that spike blood sugar can also increase hormones. The hormones can stimulate oil production, which in turn, can trigger acne. If i drink orange or grapefruit juice, i also develop acne.
Answered 9/1/2013
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