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Sugar: How it can harm your skin. Sugar can affect your body in many ways, including causing skin problems such as acne, puffiness and redness. Dr Saleena Zimri, founder of Skin Doctor Clinics, has answered some of the most frequently asked questions about how sugar can affect our skin. What does a high-sugar diet do to your face? As well as causing problems such as acne, a high-sugar diet can cause your skin to age more quickly. ”A diet high in sugar can accelerate skin ageing through glycation, a process where sugar molecules bind to collagen and elastin, essential proteins for skin firmness and elasticity. Over time, glycation degrades these proteins, leading to the formation of wrinkles, sagging skin, a loss of skin radiance and skin elasticity.” Will Gen Z's high-sugar diet make them age faster? "Gen Z's preference for sugary snacks and fizzy drinks also exacerbates skin dehydration, diminishing skin's radiance and elasticity.” However, she notes that the leading cause of premature ageing is sun exposure. Can 'snack lines' be combated? To reduce your risk of these premature wrinkles, the first thing you can do is reduce your daily sugar intake. ”Reducing sugar intake, increasing physical activity and eating a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals is crucial.” "Foods such as berries, leafy greens, nuts and fish help support collagen production and skin repair. Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water and avoiding sugary drinks is key to plump, healthy skin.”
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