PLoS One July 2017 PMID 27560161

Comparison of Vitamin D Levels in Patients with and without Acne: A Case-Control Study Combined with a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Seul-Ki Lim, Jeong-Min Ha, Young-Ho Lee, Young Lee, Young-Joon Seo, Chang-Deok Kim, Jeung-Hoon Lee, Myung Im

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Peak: 2 in Jun 2024
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several posts emphasize the connection between low vitamin D levels and acne, such as noting that deficiency is 'almost 2X as prevalent' in affected individuals. The tone is practical and concise, with users discussing supplementation and referencing the study's results, which suggests engagement with the research's potential implications without deep critique or widespread controversy.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that there is a notable link between vitamin D deficiency and acne severity, supporting the study's findings.

InterestModerate interest

The social discussions show moderate interest, with users mentioning supplement recommendations and referencing the research directly.

EngagementModerate engagement

Few posts delve into detailed analysis or critique, but some reference the data and suggest practical applications, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions highlight potential health implications, the overall influence on broader practices or awareness is moderate, reflecting a cautious optimism.

Abstract in brief

  • Vitamin D deficiency is more common in patients with acne (48.8%) compared to healthy individuals (22.5%), and lower levels of vitamin D are linked to more severe acne symptoms and inflammation.
  • A study with 80 acne patients showed that after 2 months of vitamin D supplementation (1000 IU/day), 39 patients with deficiency showed an improvement in inflammatory lesions.
  • The results suggest that improving vitamin D levels may help reduce acne severity, but the study had limitations, such as a small sample size in the supplementation trial.

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@Outdoctrination · X

@sanhunsberger @drnickgreiner @Mark_Sisson https://t.co/gteCjA6P7y Vit-D deficiency is almost 2X as prevalent in those with acne, and supplementation improved symptoms.

Aug 6, 2021 · 3 likes · 115,277 followers View post →
Salah AlShammari
@sallah_h · X

References: https://t.co/JmxVsI890b https://t.co/qmxF6OUf66 https://t.co/1NlwDIMCyh

Jan 1, 2022 · 4,580 followers View post →
Aaron Magro
@aaron_magro · X

@HaileyOstrom Take vitamin d3. https://t.co/jed1znReno

Feb 27, 2023 · 701 followers View post →
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@i_infinitylux · X

Study finds that nearly half of acne patients have low levels of vitamin D. Lower levels of vitamin D are associated with more severe acne, but supplementing with vitamin D can improve inflammatory acne. https://t.co/ciEuG9qdpp #skincare #vitamind #acne

Apr 19, 2023 · 4 followers View post →

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Infinity Lux | Unleash the power of sunshine
@i_infinitylux · X

Study finds that nearly half of acne patients have low levels of vitamin D. Lower levels of vitamin D are associated with more severe acne, but supplementing with vitamin D can improve inflammatory acne. https://t.co/ciEuG9qdpp #skincare #vitamind #acne

Apr 19, 2023 · 4 followers View post →
Aaron Magro
@aaron_magro · X

@HaileyOstrom Take vitamin d3. https://t.co/jed1znReno

Feb 27, 2023 · 701 followers View post →
Salah AlShammari
@sallah_h · X

References: https://t.co/JmxVsI890b https://t.co/qmxF6OUf66 https://t.co/1NlwDIMCyh

Jan 1, 2022 · 4,580 followers View post →
Analyze & Optimize
@Outdoctrination · X

@sanhunsberger @drnickgreiner @Mark_Sisson https://t.co/gteCjA6P7y Vit-D deficiency is almost 2X as prevalent in those with acne, and supplementation improved symptoms.

Aug 6, 2021 · 3 likes · 115,277 followers View post →