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Can dairy cause acne? The relationship between diet, dairy and acne.
 Can dairy cause acne?

Does dairy cause acne?

I cant concur enough about looking into interlinking role between diet, dairy and acne. In later
posts, Ill go into some interesting ideas for researching treatments but in essence most remedies
are responses to the symptoms and not a bead on the cause or source. For me, diet played an
overwhelming role in the cure, as my cystic acne outlived adolescence and thrived into adulthood.

Starting with dairy, I found that the elimination of certain food items made a profound difference
in the condition, which in turn led to greater control. At first, I kept thinking no, there must be
some mistake. My doctor, dermatologist along with conventional medical wisdom was most
assure that I could crush pizzas buffets without abandon, devour sweets in epic amounts,
consume chocolate in excess, and quaff gallons of milk with little or no bearing on my condition.

Well, they werent encouraging the excess part but they did seem to think that acne from dairy in
the diet had nothing to do with my pimple turmoil. It was in all probability hormonal and whether
I ate pounds of veggies or a bag of candy, the results would stay somewhat consistent and steady.

Dairy products and acne

Its no simple hyperbole to state that my life began to change the moment I zeroed in on diet
dairy causing acne, especially. Milk/dairy was the first major groupings of items to eliminate. It
helped. Cyst formation diminished in both frequency and intensity. Eliminating milk/dairy wasnt
the only piece in the puzzle but it was a main one.

From reading and researching about the growth hormones given to cows or how the majority of
cows being milked are pregnant [1] with all the cascading hormonal responses that ensue, it
opened my eyes. Too many cows are milked to the point of excess, causing chaffing, bleeding,
infections, and the increased use of antibiotics to combat the issues. Not good!

Thankfully, Im sure the cows love being confined, forcibly impregnated and milked until their
utters become fountains of pus. No doubt every small calf aspires to such lofty and productive
dreams. Ok, grossness aside, it is a serious issue.

Now, let me be blunt: Im not trying to bag on farmers, the dairy industry or all the copious
companies that are attempting to do things the right way and make this world a better place to
live, but its my opinion that at least some of what Ive listed can and should be improved. That
starts with an educated consumer who should perform the tasks of due diligence and carefully
consider their food sources and the various production methods that they entail.

How to treat acne caused by diet

To this point, in my searches for this topic I found a cool vlogger who I resonated with. His
authenticity seems solid from the videos Ive watched. His story is inspiring. He started with
severe acne and has managed to corral it and get it under control. The advice is simple and on
point and was what resonated with me.
The take home is to listen to our bodies. Milk causes acne for some. Plenty of what he reiterated
worked for me. Start by eliminating common acne triggers like dairy, sugar and high glycemic
dietary items (breads, pastas, deserts, etc) [2]; add in heaping portions of veggies and plenty of
distilled water for hydration; throw in better hygiene practices like changing bedsheets, especially
pillow cases more frequently, and it stands to reason that a healthy portion of respondents would
achieve a minimal to substantial improvement in several weeks.

Not a bad starter plan! Some of this same advice may hold true for a general improvement in other
ailments as well.

Treat cystic acne by diet change

In addition to this, one may wish to gradually phase out or cut back other potential food triggers
[3] a list of which each person should prepare based on their own first hand experience. After a
suitable time, it may make sense to slowly reintroduce some of these items back into the diet to
confirm their effects. The hard and sad of it is that some of these items may have to be eliminated
form your diet on a permanent or semi-permanent basis.

Also, key nutrients like Vitamins A, D, Calcium, along with Omega 3 fatty acids tend to play a
pronounced role in the bodys response mechanism in regards to insulin and its cascading
inflammatory effects on skin and health. [4] Thats not to suggest that these are the only or the
most important nutrients or vitamins, only that some research has given a positive confirmation
of their efficacy in containing and maintaining the bodys response that can manifests into acne
vulgaris.
How to treat acne

Other options?

Ok, you like some or even most of these ideas in principle but in practice find it difficult to near
impossible to make such a drastic transition. Maybe you dont get to make the dietary decisions or
are constrained by a tight budget or for no greater reason than simple habit inertia (habits
reinforcing habits). I get that. Thats why I dont like to propose a one size fits all solution.

One solution involves trying to use a full-fat milk, as a recent study showed a positive association
between the consumption of low-fat/skim milk, but not the full-fat version. [5] This still leaves
other variables discussed earlier unaccounted for but it may offer a simple and easy answer for
some.

Theres no denying dairy causes acne for many people. Unfortunately, its found in many food
sources and has health benefits (vitamins, proteins, minerals), if you ignore the side-effects. So
whats another good compromise? Something that can give you all or most of the benefits without
the zit causing downside?

Alternative milk/dairy substitutes [6]

I wanted to give a quick rundown on the pros and cons of these various milk alternatives. Its
worth noting that none of them are flawless but the trade off could mean fewer boils, blackheads,
outbreaks or whiteheads, which should more than offset the increase in expenses incurred, if any.

Almond Milk
Pros:

1. Low Calorie
2. High in Vitamin E
3. Contains other minerals and vitamins

Cons:

1. May contains emulsifiers such as carrageenan

Soy Milk

Pros:

1. High amounts of proteins

2. Good source of potassium

Cons:

1. Possible estrogen-mimicking effects (hormonal acne complications)

2. Increased digestive gas a possibility
3. Some brands add cheap oils, increasing calories
4. Most soy is a GMO

Cashew Milk

Pros:

1. Texture is similar to regular milk

2. Great source of fortified vitamins and minerals

Cons:

1. Low calorie count means heavy dilution

2. Low amount of nutrients found compared with an equivalent cup of nuts due to this dilution

Hemp Milk

Pros:

1. High in Omega 3 fatty acids

2. High in Iron
3. No need to worry about GMO
4. Theres no psychoactive ingredients, hence the lack of legal restriction

Cons:

1. Low in protein
2. Usually high in a sweetener like rice syrup or cane sugar

Coconut Milk

Pros:

1. Has a good taste, some say similar to low fat cow milk
2. Has medium-chain-fatty acids (MCFAs) which are thought to increase metabolism

Cons:

1. Low protein
2. Need to be careful of container carton better than can due to less exposure to bisphenol-A
(BPA)

Rice Milk

Pros:

1. Many types have a good taste because of enzymes added to convert starches into sugar
2. Hypoallergenic (rice is the main ingredient)
3. Fortified with minerals and vitamins and is a good source of both

Cons:

1. High amount of carbohydrates because of sweetness factor

2. Great care is needed when selecting a brand due to elevated levels of arsenic in some rice crops
grown overseas

Tasty alternative

Without getting too deep into the nutritional waters of paleo vs. vegan vs whatever, I did want to
share a favorite morning recipe I find that tastes good, is nutrient dense and has a low glycemic
impact. What I find is that by being creative with the other ingredients, the taste of an
unsweetened milk alternative (if you go that way), can be more than palatable.

1 scoop of chia seeds

3 tablespoons of hemp protein
3 tablespoons of vegan protein
1 to tablespoons of cacao
A touch of cinnamon
2-3 tablespoons of organic applesauce (optional)
A cup to a cup and half of favorite milk alternative (see list above)

Now, these proportions are approximations and you may find a better blend by playing around
with the amounts to a small degree. The applesauce, which really adds to the flavor and texture,
does contain sugar but with all the fiber in the other ingredients, it shouldnt spike the glycemic
index that much.

Conclusion

So in summation, can milk cause acne? Scientific studies and anecdotal evidence point to yes. I
discussed some of the remedies that can be implemented and utilized, but in no way should these
ideas be considered a compendium. Research is ongoing but sometimes the best answers lie
within a case study of oneyou!

Work Cited:

[1] High school dietary dairy intake and teenage acne. Journal of the American Academy of
Dermatology. 2005 Feb;52(2):207-14. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15692464

[2] Fact or Fiction?: Fatty Foods Equal Pizza Face. Consumed fat does not reappear on your face,
but it may trigger a hormonal response that leads to pimples. Scientific American, 2007 May 31.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/fact-or-fiction-fatty-foods-equal-pizza-face/

[3] Growing evidence suggests possible link between diet and acne. American Academy of
Dermatology, 2013 Feb 5. https://www.aad.org/media/news-releases/growing-evidence-
suggests-possible-link-between-diet-and-acne

[4] The relationship of diet and acne: A review.Dermato-endocrinology. 2009;1(5):262-267.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2836431/

[5] Consumption of dairy in teenagers with and without acne. LaRosa, Caroline L. et al. Journal of
the American Academy of Dermatology , Volume 75 , Issue 2 , 318 322.
http://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(16)30131-1/fulltext

[6] https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/the-best-cows-milk-alternatives.html

Other links:

High glycemic load diet, milk and ice cream consumption are related to acne vulgaris in
Malaysian young adults: a case control study. BMC Dermatology. 2012 Aug
16;12:13. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22898209

Opioid peptides encrypted in intact milk protein sequences. British Journal of Nutrition / Volume
84 / Supplement S1 / November 2000, pp 27-
31. http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayAbstract?fromPage=online&aid=886780

Dietary glycemic factors, insulin resistance, and adiponectin levels in acne vulgaris.Cerman, Asli
Aksu ET AL. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Volume 75, Issue 1, 155 -162.
http://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(16)01485-7/fulltext
The effect of a high-protein, low glycemic-load diet versus a conventional, high glycemic-load
diet on biochemical parameters associated with acne vulgaris: a randomized, investigator-
masked, controlled trial. Smith, Robyn N. ET AL. Journal of the American Academy of
Dermatology, Volume 57, Issue 2, 247 256. http://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(07)00414-
8/fulltext

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