Day 4: Improve Your Skin

You'll see an improvement in your skin as you lower sugar consumption.  The result is usually clearer and healthier by reducing acne and other skin issues...

Absolutely, sugar can affect your skin by causing inflammation, oxidative stress, and glycation. Glycation is a chemical reaction that occurs when sugar levels in your blood are too high. This reaction can cause your skin to age faster, appearing drier, less elastic, and more wrinkled. [1, 2]
How sugar affects skin [1, 3]

• Glycation: Sugar molecules attach to collagen and elastin, which are proteins that keep skin firm and supple. This process weakens these proteins, making skin less elastic and more likely to wrinkle. [1, 3]
• Inflammation: When your body processes too much sugar, it releases inflammatory chemicals called cytokines. These chemicals can cause redness, puffiness, acne, and rosacea. [2]
• Oxidative stress: Sugar can contribute to oxidative stress, which can also age your skin. [1]

How to reduce the effects of sugar on your skin [2]

• Reduce your sugar intake by eating whole foods and minimizing processed snacks and sugary drinks. [2]
• Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. [2]
• Use moisturizers to help with dry, itchy skin. [4]

Who is most affected by sugar's effects on skin? [1]

• People with diabetes are more likely to be affected by sugar's effects on skin because they have more difficulty controlling their blood sugar levels.

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[1] https://olay.co.uk/skin-care-tips/dry-skin/how-to-reduce-the-effects-of-sugar-on-your-skin
[2] https://charlestondermatology.com/sugar-and-skin-health-a-sweet-and-sour-relationship/
[3] https://www.nivea.co.uk/advice/skin/glycation-skin
[4] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/12176-diabetes-skin-conditions
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