Incompatible diet as a potential contributor to acne: A scoping review with an integrative approach
Sarika Yadav, Meenakshi Mourya, Bhanu Pratap Singh, Sangeeta PariharAbstract
OBJECTIVE:
This scoping review, conducted in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (2018) guidelines, aims to systematically explore and describe the scope of existing literature on the association between incompatible foods (
DATA SOURCES:
A systematic search of PubMed was performed to identify English-language full-text studies evaluating dietary patterns in relation to acne outcomes. Observational studies including cross-sectional, case–control, and survey designs were included.
RESULTS:
Nine studies met the inclusion criteria. Diets high in glycemic load, skim milk, chocolates, and processed foods were commonly associated with worsening acne, whereas fiber, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory rich diets were linked to reduced severity. Ayurvedic concepts of
CONCLUSION:
Incompatible dietary habits may exacerbate acne, while nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory diets can mitigate severity. Integrating Ayurvedic insights with modern nutritional evidence supports the adoption of personalized dietary strategies as part of holistic acne management.