Mediterranean diet plus omega-3 fatty acids beneficial in acne: study
Reduction seen in inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesions, improvement seen in overall quality of life with EPA/DHA.
Following a Mediterranean diet along with omega-3 fatty acid supplements reduces skin lesions in patients with acne, according to a small German study.
Over four months, 60 participants with acne and without prescription medication (23 with acne comedonica and 37 with acne papulopustulosa) adhered to a Mediterranean diet, incorporating omega-3 fatty acid supplementation.
