Acne Vulgaris Pathogenesis of Acne: – Acne is a Multifactorial Process at Pilosebaceous Unit – the sebaceous gland and hair follicle (1). The main contributing factors are; Genetics Androgens Cortisol Stress Barrier dysfunction Diet Propionibacterium acnes (bacteria commonly found on human skin) IGF/1 – Insulin like growth factor – hormone Acne and inflammation Stimulates the […]
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The Facts about Fats
Sometimes trying to be healthy can be difficult. There’s so much info out there, it can be hard to know what to do. Fats are especially confusing in this way. So I’ve put some info together to help add some clarity. Fats Firstly we need fats in our diet, in fact dietary fat should […]