Exp Dermatol October 2009 PMID 19709092

Role of insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris.

Bodo C Melnik, Gerd Schmitz

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What people are saying

The digital discussions show a general consensus supporting the links between diet and acne, with posts referencing the role of dairy, high glycemic foods, and hormonal factors like IGF-1. Words like 'fake propaganda' and 'debunked' indicate skeptical attitudes, while mentions of scientific studies contribute to a moderate level of analytical engagement, making the overall sentiment both supportive and critically inquisitive.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions align with the article’s findings, emphasizing the connection between diet, hormonal factors, and acne, especially highlighting the negative effects of dairy and hyperglycemic foods.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate curiosity, with some referencing specific concepts like IGF-1 and dietary triggers, indicating engagement but not deep exploration.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussions include references to studies, attempts to debunk myths, and sharing personal opinions, showing a fair level of involvement and critical thinking.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations reflect awareness of potential dietary impacts on acne, suggesting that the publication influences perceptions about diet and skin health among readers.

Abstract in brief

  • This article discusses how hormonal changes during puberty, particularly involving growth hormone, insulin, and IGF-1, contribute to the development of acne, especially with factors like milk consumption and high-glycemic foods increasing IGF-1 levels.
  • It explains that higher IGF-1 promotes androgen production and sebaceous gland activity, which are key factors in acne formation, and that diet and smoking can increase this pathway, making acne worse.
  • Treatments like metformin and low-glycemic diets can reduce IGF-1 levels, potentially improving acne and lowering cancer risk, highlighting the importance of dietary and hormonal management in persistent adult acne.]

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John Barbieri, MD, MBA
@DrJohnBarbieri · X

The strongest association between diet and acne is with high glycemic load diet (e.g. sugary foods). These are thought to increase IGF-1, which can activate keratinocytes and sebocytes leading to increased breakouts. https://t.co/CnQcFexYiS 2/10

Feb 17, 2022 · 16 likes · 7,056 followers View post →
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@Haoshoku · X

@bryan_johnson Plenty of proper studies showing negative effects of dairy. Are you a fraud just farming sympathy points with big dairy? - https://t.co/eNh66iIcZ4 - https://t.co/jrwkaJguWj - https://t.co/IXTKZldhPy - https://t.co/rl53Pt59oa - https://t.co/4AXcenaBuI - https://t.co/FdRBOjnaI6

Jan 20, 2025 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 741 followers View post →
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@Haoshoku · X

@itsraechill The dairy industry does fake propaganda: 1.https://t.co/TD1MCmYU4e 2.https://t.co/X65QzxtxKM Dairy is a huge factor for bad skin & acne: 3.https://t.co/rl53Pt4ByC 4.https://t.co/mNxH5SGQnr 5.https://t.co/xAMG6YqvWa 6.https://t.co/NEkKqGJKqu 7.https://t.co/4AXcena3Fa 1/2

Sep 13, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 741 followers View post →
Fentermino
@A00te · X

@NoAguacatito @Alexcas6711 Role of insulin, insulin‐like growth factor‐1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris https://t.co/P7gOEqPIFw https://t.co/Rnr4m3reGD

Apr 4, 2021 · 1 like · 431 followers View post →
Matsumoto Riko
@Ningen1510 · X

@_morphilibrium @ChrisLusardi1 @briankimpson Because warm water changes the structure of the skin, making it smoother and more flexible. It also makes the sebum easier to clean. Here's the video where I first saw it: https://t.co/UaOslmsmsz

Apr 18, 2022 · 1 like · 61 followers View post →
Njut Tabi Godlove
@masecdante · X

Feb 1, 2022 · 5,565 followers View post →

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@queenlizrd · X

RT @Haoshoku: @bryan_johnson Plenty of proper studies showing negative effects of dairy. Are you a fraud just farming sympathy points with…

Jan 20, 2025 · 2 shares · 169 followers View post →
riⓋer
@Haoshoku · X

RT @Haoshoku: @bryan_johnson Plenty of proper studies showing negative effects of dairy. Are you a fraud just farming sympathy points with…

Jan 20, 2025 · 2 shares · 741 followers View post →
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@Haoshoku · X

@bryan_johnson Plenty of proper studies showing negative effects of dairy. Are you a fraud just farming sympathy points with big dairy? - https://t.co/eNh66iIcZ4 - https://t.co/jrwkaJguWj - https://t.co/IXTKZldhPy - https://t.co/rl53Pt59oa - https://t.co/4AXcenaBuI - https://t.co/FdRBOjnaI6

Jan 20, 2025 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 741 followers View post →
banana
@bananakcals · X

sources: https://t.co/672m2KQdiM). https://t.co/uvnKxDCmRB https://t.co/yM3vNBdjCF https://t.co/eyx3gLdg0k https://t.co/vYOkM1pfwG

Mar 21, 2024 · 135 followers View post →
Dr. Pamela Frank, ND
@PamelaTorontoND · X

Role of insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris. Read the full article: Understanding the Causes and Triggers of Acne ▸ https://t.co/L1z8J2bRvB #Acne #CausesOfAcne #HormoneImbalance https://t.co/IjMW1jkf84

Oct 27, 2023 · 4,760 followers View post →
Matsumoto Riko
@Ningen1510 · X

@_morphilibrium @ChrisLusardi1 @briankimpson Because warm water changes the structure of the skin, making it smoother and more flexible. It also makes the sebum easier to clean. Here's the video where I first saw it: https://t.co/UaOslmsmsz

Apr 18, 2022 · 1 like · 61 followers View post →
സജി
@saji810 · X

"danger triangle" #TIL https://t.co/18jdZWFYMN

Mar 1, 2022 · 179 followers View post →
John Barbieri, MD, MBA
@DrJohnBarbieri · X

The strongest association between diet and acne is with high glycemic load diet (e.g. sugary foods). These are thought to increase IGF-1, which can activate keratinocytes and sebocytes leading to increased breakouts. https://t.co/CnQcFexYiS 2/10

Feb 17, 2022 · 16 likes · 7,056 followers View post →
Njut Tabi Godlove
@masecdante · X

Feb 1, 2022 · 5,565 followers View post →
Cameron Cobb
@cameroncobb · X

@DevinHayes https://t.co/wPre2R8tRq

Jan 29, 2022 · 1,460 followers View post →
riⓋer
@Haoshoku · X

RT @Haoshoku: @itsraechill The dairy industry does fake propaganda: 1.https://t.co/TD1MCmYU4e 2.https://t.co/X65QzxtxKM Dairy is a huge fac…

Sep 13, 2021 · 1 share · 741 followers View post →
riⓋer
@Haoshoku · X

@itsraechill The dairy industry does fake propaganda: 1.https://t.co/TD1MCmYU4e 2.https://t.co/X65QzxtxKM Dairy is a huge factor for bad skin & acne: 3.https://t.co/rl53Pt4ByC 4.https://t.co/mNxH5SGQnr 5.https://t.co/xAMG6YqvWa 6.https://t.co/NEkKqGJKqu 7.https://t.co/4AXcena3Fa 1/2

Sep 13, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 741 followers View post →
Jamaal Al-Din
@ucla_bruinchili · X

RT @ucla_bruinchili: https://t.co/QedVNwV4xA https://t.co/AhKTPQT9tV Should You POP PIMPLES, ZITS, or SPOTS? ACNE DEBUNKED https://t.co/Pex…

Jun 8, 2021 · 1 share · 15 followers View post →
Jamaal Al-Din
@ucla_bruinchili · X

https://t.co/QedVNwV4xA https://t.co/AhKTPQT9tV Should You POP PIMPLES, ZITS, or SPOTS? ACNE DEBUNKED https://t.co/PexJ2JNFR2 https://t.co/CtP025qZ3y https://t.co/RJ2bh78Ta8

Jun 7, 2021 · 1 share · 15 followers View post →
Fentermino
@A00te · X

@NoAguacatito @Alexcas6711 Role of insulin, insulin‐like growth factor‐1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris https://t.co/P7gOEqPIFw https://t.co/Rnr4m3reGD

Apr 4, 2021 · 1 like · 431 followers View post →
Pragmatic Skeptic
@EyeOfGnosis · X

Role of insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris https://t.co/Ld2XA94KUJ

Feb 6, 2021 · 1,283 followers View post →
MK
@hadasitukaeyou · X

高糖質の食事と乳製品がニキビの要因であることがこちらの論文で確認されてます。 とりあえず、ニキビができてて原因がわからないのであれば、やめておくべきでしょう。 #ニキビの原因 https://t.co/nrZuBFhV3Z

Oct 31, 2020 · 248 followers View post →