Scientists from the University of Munich took part in a research team and announced that legumes, vegetables, nuts, olive oil and fish can alleviate diseases such as acne and rosacea. Research results published at the Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI).
Rosacea is a chronic skin disease whose main symptom is the appearance of red spots on the face. Acne occurs when skin cells and sebum block the hair follicle.
296 people with various types of acne, rosacea and no skin problems participated in the study. Scientists assessed the severity of illnesses, recorded the participants’ height and weight, and evaluated their eating habits. Additionally, blood samples were taken from all subjects to evaluate the levels of glucose, insulin, glycated hemoglobin, and other components.
An analysis of eating habits showed that people suffering from acne and rosacea eat significantly less vegetables, fruits, pasta, soy products and boiled potatoes than people who do not suffer from this disease. In contrast, healthy people’s diets did not include as much honey, meat, french fries and hamburgers.
Additionally, consuming large amounts of dairy products has been linked to a higher likelihood of developing acne in the breast area.
Researchers concluded that increasing intake of vegetables, nuts, legumes, olive oil and oily fish while reducing the amount of cheese, alcohol and meat in the diet may improve skin conditions for both rosacea and acne. The results of the research may help develop new nutritional approaches for people with these diseases.
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