Strawberries & Acne

Strawberries & Acne
Written By
Jill Corleone
Jill Corleone
Published: Aug 11, 2011
Updated: Jan 10, 2019
1 minute read
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In the United States, acne is the most common skin problem affecting 40 to 50 million people at any one time, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Dead skin cells, too much oil and bacteria cause acne. While current research seems to indicate that diet may play a role in the development of acne, there's no direct connection between strawberries and blemishes.

Strawberries, Diet and Acne

When it comes to diet and acne, the AAD reports that there might be a connection, but not with strawberries. Current research seems to indicate that milk, chocolate and foods with a high-glycemic index, such as sweets and processed carbohydrates like white bread, may play a role in acne development of acne. In addition to not being connected to acne, strawberries also have a low glycemic index, making it a good food to eat if you have acne.

Consider Allergies

If you're experiencing raised, red bumps on your skin after eating strawberries, it's possible that you may have an allergy to the fruit. Although these red bumps, also known as hives, are usually itchy. If you suspect a food allergy, consult your doctor for a diagnosis.

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Jill Corleone

Jill Corleone is a registered dietitian and health coach who has been writing and lecturing on diet and health for more than 15 years. Her work has been featured on the Huffington Post, Diabetes Self-Management and in the book "Noninvasive…

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