The Gut-Brain-Skin Axis and Role of Intestinal Dysbiosis in Acne Vulgaris: Therapeutic Effects of Probiotic and Prebiotic Use
January 2018
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Elsevier eBooks
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gut-brain-skin axis intestinal dysbiosis acne vulgaris intestinal microbiota intestinal permeability systemic inflammation oxidative stress dietary modifications probiotics prebiotics Lactobacillus strains stress-induced skin inflammation hair growth inhibition gut-brain-skin connection gut bacteria imbalance acne gut bacteria leaky gut body-wide inflammation oxidative damage diet changes good bacteria prebiotic fibers Lactobacillus stress-related skin inflammation hair loss
TLDR Probiotics and dietary changes can help treat acne.
The document discussed the gut-brain-skin axis and its role in acne vulgaris, suggesting that stress-induced changes in intestinal microbiota can increase intestinal permeability, leading to systemic inflammation and oxidative stress, which contribute to acne. It highlighted that environmental factors, rather than genetics alone, play a significant role in acne prevalence, particularly in westernized societies. The chapter reviewed evidence supporting the use of dietary modifications and probiotics, such as Lactobacillus strains, to reduce stress-induced skin inflammation and hair growth inhibition, thereby potentially preventing and treating acne vulgaris.
