5 Myths about Acne
By HealthCentral Editorial Team

Eating Chocolate Will Make You Break Out

Eating Chocolate Will Make You Break Out

This is another incorrect statement! There are no clinical studies linking eating chocolate to acne. However, diet does affect our skin. Foods heavy in carbohydrates and with a high glycemic index (like donuts, white bread, white rice) can increase glucose and insulin levels, which may affect the development and severity of acne. On the flip side, a diet with a low glycemic index seems to decrease acne. Overall, a healthy diet may be good for your skin.

By HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 07/20/2012, First Published: 07/05/2011