The question “Does dairy cause acne?”

is more complex than you think.

Here, a dermatologist and a dietitian break it down.

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The truth is, theconnection between diet and blemishesis a complex one, fam.

So we asked derms and dietitians to answer the million-dollar question Does eating dairy cause acne?

once and for all.

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The dairy-acne question has what researchers call a correlation versus causation issue.

The link between dairy and acne is well known, but not completely understood.

The connection is not clear cut, says Dr. Nazarian.

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Researchers have other theories about how dairy affects the skin.

This, too, isnt carved into the scientific ledgerjustyet.

You may be thinking, Wow, this article has talked about milk a lot.

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What about other dairy products?

And thus, theres no need to your friend/in-law/accountant at their word when they tell you to cut dairy.

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