The Acne Hormones

    November 2014 in “ John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks ”
    F. William Danby
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    TLDR Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
    The document from 2014 explores the role of hormones in the development of acne, emphasizing the impact of the Western diet, particularly dairy and high-glycemic foods, on hormone levels such as insulin and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). It suggests that these dietary factors contribute to conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and metabolic syndrome, which are associated with insulin resistance and can lead to acne and other health issues. The document also discusses the effects of exogenous hormones, including anabolic steroids and various forms of hormonal contraceptives, on acne development and the associated risks, such as blood clots. It highlights that oral contraceptives containing norgestimate may be preferable for acne sufferers due to a lower risk of venous thromboembolisms. Additionally, the document presents a case where a patient's acne improved after eliminating dairy and suggests that future acne research should control for dairy and glycemic load. It concludes that the Western diet, with its high glycemic load and dairy content, can accelerate growth and maturation processes, potentially leading to increased acne and early onset of puberty, as well as metabolic syndrome and obesity.
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