Dietary glycemic index and glucose, insulin, insulin-like growth factor-I, insulin-like growth factor binding protein 3, and leptin levels in patients with acne - 19/08/11
, Esra Adisen, MD b, Nilsel Ilter, MD b, Aysun Bideci, MD c, Demet Gurler d, Bulent Celik, PhD e
Reprint requests: Yesim Kaymak, MD, Hoşdere cad. Şair Baki Sok. 2/5 Y. Ayrancı-Ankara 06540 Turkey.Abstract |
Background |
Several isolated observations have suggested that acne can develop in groups when a high glycemic index diet is adopted.
Objective |
This study was designed to examine associations among daily diet glycemic index, glycemic loads, serum insulin levels, and acne.
Methods |
A total of 49 patients with acne and 42 healthy control subjects were included in the study. At the initial visit, fasting glucose, insulin, insulin-like growth factor-I, insulin-like growth factor binding protein 3, and leptin levels were measured. A voluntary self-completed questionnaire was administered and participants were asked how frequently they consumed the specified amount of food. Overall glycemic index and dietary glycemic load were calculated.
Results |
No significant differences were observed between patients with acne and control subjects in serum glucose, insulin, leptin levels, overall glycemic index, or dietary glycemic load.
Limitations |
The information and data obtained from this questionnaire were limited to patients’ own recollections.
Conclusion |
Results of this study indicate that dietary glycemic index, glycemic load, and insulin levels do not have a role in pathogenesis of acne in younger patients.
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| Conflicts of interest: None declared. |
Vol 57 - N° 5
P. 819-823 - novembre 2007 Retour au numéro
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