The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects

Introduction and purpose:  Excessive sugar consumption is one of the main dietary problem of the modern Western diet. Numerous studies have shown that a high intake of simple sugars is associated with an increased risk of developing various diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syn...

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Main Authors: Natalia Dolata, Bartosz Balcer, Paweł Liszka, Mateusz Pakuła, Maja Weimann, Adrianna Kruczkowska, Aleksandra Stosiek, Agnieszka Cebula, Emil Bulzacki, Wojciech Urbański
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Published: Kazimierz Wielki University 2024-12-01
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author Natalia Dolata
Bartosz Balcer
Paweł Liszka
Mateusz Pakuła
Maja Weimann
Adrianna Kruczkowska
Aleksandra Stosiek
Agnieszka Cebula
Emil Bulzacki
Wojciech Urbański
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Bartosz Balcer
Paweł Liszka
Mateusz Pakuła
Maja Weimann
Adrianna Kruczkowska
Aleksandra Stosiek
Agnieszka Cebula
Emil Bulzacki
Wojciech Urbański
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description Introduction and purpose:  Excessive sugar consumption is one of the main dietary problem of the modern Western diet. Numerous studies have shown that a high intake of simple sugars is associated with an increased risk of developing various diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, the consumption of large amounts of sugar also affects skin condition, accelerating its aging and exacerbating the course of certain dermatological conditions. This study aims to present the underlying mechanisms of these processes and demonstrate the impact of a low-glycemic index diet on skin health.  Description of the state of knowledge:  The skin is the largest organ of the body, and its condition is closely linked to diet. Excessive sugar consumption can contribute to biochemical changes such as skin protein glycation, increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), and inflammation. The glycation process leads to damage of collagen and elastin fibers, which reduces skin elasticity and contributes to the formation of wrinkles. Elevated levels of MMP-1/MMP-2 and LOX in the skin can affect collagen fragmentation and disrupt its structural integrity. Studies have also shown that a high-glycemic index diet can exacerbate inflammatory conditions such as acne and psoriasis and promote hormonal imbalances.  Conclusion:  In summary, excessive consumption of simple sugars significantly affects skin condition through mechanisms such as glycation, inflammation induction, and hormonal disturbances. Therefore, a low-glycemic index diet may be an effective tool in the prevention and treatment of skin diseases. Future studies should focus on gaining a more precise understanding of these relationships and developing dietary recommendations to improve skin health. 
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spelling doaj-art-b841753582004667b7518d9f800977082025-08-20T01:57:04ZengKazimierz Wielki UniversityJournal of Education, Health and Sport2391-83062024-12-017610.12775/JEHS.2024.76.56626The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological EffectsNatalia Dolata0https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9564-9231Bartosz Balcer1https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2994-3918Paweł Liszka2https://orcid.org/0009-0003-5465-3656Mateusz Pakuła3https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1792-0378Maja Weimann4https://orcid.org/0009-0004-1375-1337Adrianna Kruczkowska5https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0549-0849Aleksandra Stosiek6https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9276-3528Agnieszka Cebula7https://orcid.org/0009-0002-7966-6333Emil Bulzacki8https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4303-7114Wojciech Urbański9https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6559-7510Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, PolandJan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Internship at Copernicus Hospital, Nowe Ogrody 1/6 , 80-803, Gdansk, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Nicolaus Copernicus Memorial Hospital, Pabianicka 62, 93-513 Łódź, Poland Jan Mikulicz-Radecki University Clinical Hospital, Borowska 213, 50-556 Wrocław, Poland Introduction and purpose:  Excessive sugar consumption is one of the main dietary problem of the modern Western diet. Numerous studies have shown that a high intake of simple sugars is associated with an increased risk of developing various diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, the consumption of large amounts of sugar also affects skin condition, accelerating its aging and exacerbating the course of certain dermatological conditions. This study aims to present the underlying mechanisms of these processes and demonstrate the impact of a low-glycemic index diet on skin health.  Description of the state of knowledge:  The skin is the largest organ of the body, and its condition is closely linked to diet. Excessive sugar consumption can contribute to biochemical changes such as skin protein glycation, increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), and inflammation. The glycation process leads to damage of collagen and elastin fibers, which reduces skin elasticity and contributes to the formation of wrinkles. Elevated levels of MMP-1/MMP-2 and LOX in the skin can affect collagen fragmentation and disrupt its structural integrity. Studies have also shown that a high-glycemic index diet can exacerbate inflammatory conditions such as acne and psoriasis and promote hormonal imbalances.  Conclusion:  In summary, excessive consumption of simple sugars significantly affects skin condition through mechanisms such as glycation, inflammation induction, and hormonal disturbances. Therefore, a low-glycemic index diet may be an effective tool in the prevention and treatment of skin diseases. Future studies should focus on gaining a more precise understanding of these relationships and developing dietary recommendations to improve skin health.  https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/56626skin healthprotein glycationskin agingglucose and skinhealthy diet
spellingShingle Natalia Dolata
Bartosz Balcer
Paweł Liszka
Mateusz Pakuła
Maja Weimann
Adrianna Kruczkowska
Aleksandra Stosiek
Agnieszka Cebula
Emil Bulzacki
Wojciech Urbański
The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
Journal of Education, Health and Sport
skin health
protein glycation
skin aging
glucose and skin
healthy diet
title The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
title_full The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
title_fullStr The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
title_full_unstemmed The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
title_short The Impact of Excessive Sugar Consumption on Skin Health Analysis of Biological Mechanisms and Dermatological Effects
title_sort impact of excessive sugar consumption on skin health analysis of biological mechanisms and dermatological effects
topic skin health
protein glycation
skin aging
glucose and skin
healthy diet
url https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/56626
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