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Int J Dermatol May 2016 PMID 26711092

Dark chocolate exacerbates acne.

Saivaree Vongraviopap, Pravit Asawanonda

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Discussions reflect a general acknowledgment of the research, with some posts citing specific claims such as 'even 99% dark chocolate can cause problems,' demonstrating engagement with the details. Others question the research's credibility, showing a nuanced conversation about its implications, tone, and validity.

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Most discussions support the idea that dark chocolate can worsen acne, indicating moderate agreement with the publication's findings.

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The interest level appears neutral, with some questioning the validity of the research rather than deep curiosity.

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Several posts reference specific details about the study and share personal or external opinions, showing moderate engagement.

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The conversations could influence consumer habits and perceptions about dark chocolate and skin health, indicating a noticeable impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Dark chocolate, specifically 99% dark chocolate, has been found to worsen acne in acne-prone males when consumed regularly over four weeks.
  • The study showed significant increases in acne severity, including more comedones and inflammatory papules, as early as two weeks into the chocolate consumption.
  • This research suggests that eating dark chocolate in normal daily amounts can negatively impact skin health for individuals prone to acne.]
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J P Fanton
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Jared Polowick
@jaredpolowick · X

@follow_quality @Grimhood Even 99% dark chocolate can cause problems https://t.co/0M7Brflr5v

Feb 15, 2022 · 2 likes · 2,683 followers View post →
Dietista Josefina Varas
@LaProfeKeto · X

✅ Evita o limita el chocolate negro: un estudio del 2016 descubrió que incluso un chocolate negro 99% puede empeorar las erupciones en hombres propensos al acné y que consumen alta cantidad de carbohidratos. (Nadie come solo chocolate

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 310 followers View post →
静岡皮膚科(2024年3月開業/静岡駅徒歩3分)院長　江畑慧
@shizuoka_doctor · X

<参考文献> https://t.co/ErfV5HulOr https://t.co/jo2T1pwzFh https://t.co/JnGnWwHtQP https://t.co/VOpb7ZxU0q

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Juhana Harju
@JuhanaHarju · X

@ProfCCollins @abclifeau @Uni_Newcastle @UONPRCPAN Your article is not based on up-to-date research. Chocolate worsens acne: https://t.co/OuEfFiMQ4h

Feb 25, 2020 · 1,688 followers View post →

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Zeptej se vědce
@Zeptej_se_vedce · X

Jan 6, 2025 · 3 likes · 16,595 followers View post →
Dietista Josefina Varas
@LaProfeKeto · X

✅ Evita o limita el chocolate negro: un estudio del 2016 descubrió que incluso un chocolate negro 99% puede empeorar las erupciones en hombres propensos al acné y que consumen alta cantidad de carbohidratos. (Nadie come solo chocolate

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 310 followers View post →
Jared Polowick
@jaredpolowick · X

@follow_quality @Grimhood Even 99% dark chocolate can cause problems https://t.co/0M7Brflr5v

Feb 15, 2022 · 2 likes · 2,683 followers View post →
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RT @S96405539: <参考文献> https://t.co/WW2LmBxnZM https://t.co/VOpb7ZxU0q https://t.co/jVj10sdgtT ※COIは有りません。 ※引用ツイートツリー内の参考文献も併せてご参照ください。

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J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

@CaloriesProper @chillfoodguy @puddleg @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @Mangan150 @DrPalmquist @deNutrients https://t.co/9AjtFnhDtd https://t.co/rvz4olmkjE https://t.co/66bVOewI76

Jan 17, 2022 · 5 likes · 25,966 followers View post →
静岡皮膚科(2024年3月開業/静岡駅徒歩3分)院長　江畑慧
@shizuoka_doctor · X

<参考文献> https://t.co/ErfV5HulOr https://t.co/jo2T1pwzFh https://t.co/JnGnWwHtQP https://t.co/VOpb7ZxU0q

Jul 31, 2020 · 127,676 followers View post →
Juhana Harju
@JuhanaHarju · X

@ProfCCollins @abclifeau @Uni_Newcastle @UONPRCPAN Your article is not based on up-to-date research. Chocolate worsens acne: https://t.co/OuEfFiMQ4h

Feb 25, 2020 · 1,688 followers View post →
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