gives some people pimples? On my friends I have never seen this happen, but every day that I have chocolate, I'll wake up the next morning with a pimple. Is this just weird timing on my face or is it true???
2006-12-22 13:17:23 · 12 answers · asked by foreverhappy 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
no, it's not true. i used to think it's true till i got the facts.
pimple(acne) is caused by a bactery, it's called propiony bacterium acnes. they are mostly in your face, and the white cells in your body fight them and kill them so you get acnes(pimples) which consists of dead white cells and dead bacteries.
2006-12-22 13:23:10 · answer #1 · answered by Dirty 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Does chocolate cause pimples?
There is a commonly held belief that chocolate causes acne. Some
people contest this belief, whilst others stand loyally by it. Efforts
have been made to determine the truth to this urban legend, though as
of yet scientific research on this matter has been largely inconclusive.
This lack of evidence puts some of us in a difficult situation. The love
of chocolate verses the love of clean skin.
Often confronted with a bar of chocolate being followed soon after by a
face full of pimples, I stopped (…lessened…) my chocolate intake,
though I hated the idea of doing this in vain!
So I began to document by chocolate intake and my pimple output.
And then I realised something!
No wonder those scientists can’t give any conclusive proof. There are
dozens of chocolate varieties, each with their own additives and
tastes. And each of us reacts differently to the different ingredients.
As acne can be the result of an allergic reaction to an ingredient, this
makes sense.
This comprehension paved the way for closer examination of my eating
habits. Quite an arduous task, though worth it in the long run. I
discovered that pimples seemed to be a reaction to eating dairy
products. So I lessened my dairy intake and switched to dark
chocolate. I witnessed a marked reduction in the amount of acne on
my face and began to feel generally healthier. Now I feel more
confident and happier.
So if you too want to try to find the cause of your acne, I’d recommend
analysing what you eat.
2006-12-22 21:26:31 · answer #2 · answered by Bombshell 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Though some people report their acne worsens after eating certain foods, there is no scientific evidence showing that chocolate -- or any other food for that matter -- directly causes or worsens acne. Instead, acne is caused when hormonal changes -- most often during puberty -- cause oil glands underneath the skin's surface to produce excess oil. In addition, skin cells lining hair follicles shed more rapidly during puberty, and when mixed with oil, clog the openings of follicles. A normal skin bacteria can multiply in the follicle and produce irritation, inflammation and the various types of skin lesions associated with acne.
.Certain substances in chocolate can affect blood vessels, which can aggravate adult type acne, known as rosacea. Though the exact cause of rosacea is unknown, some scientists think genetic or environmental factors cause blood vessels to swell, which then produces flushing and facial bumps associated with rosacea.
The bottom line: chocolate doesn't directly affect teen acne but may contain substances that can trigger flare-ups of rosacea in adults. Something to consider when you're enjoying a piece of holiday fudge.
2006-12-22 21:20:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I have heard that was a myth, but I do not eat Chocolate and lately when I do, a couple hours later my face feel soooo greasy. I think it increases something in your body that may produce more oil but it may not happen to everyone.
2006-12-22 21:21:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Id say its as true as you allow others to convince you chocalate is a primary cause for acne. Maybe go with proactive!!!!!!
The you might be pro active in its treatment?
Remember that large companies know everything about you, including the appropriate acne treatment. Id suggest other solutions but they might be more trouble than good.
2006-12-22 21:29:19 · answer #5 · answered by Sonic Mirror 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They say chocolate doesnt cause pimples but i have the same problem as you so i think there's a connection!
2006-12-22 21:19:34 · answer #6 · answered by yahoooooooooo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it affects some people different ways. I know when I eat chocolate it gives me a nasty headache.
2006-12-22 21:26:06 · answer #7 · answered by n2tapas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea...all fast food and junk creates pimples. If the food has ingredients made of nuts like cashews, almonds, etc. then you would have a better chance of getting pimples. So becareful what you eat.
2006-12-22 21:21:29 · answer #8 · answered by ☼Scientific Athletic♫ 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
No, it is not true! Many cosmetician-whatevers have confirmed this. I even heard the myth disproved by Neutrogena.
2006-12-22 21:20:33 · answer #9 · answered by Dynamite 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes for teens.
Chocolate + chips = Pizza face
2006-12-22 21:21:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋