Does Chocolate Cause Acne? What the Research Actually Shows
The chocolate-acne question is more interesting than most articles suggest. The evidence points to specific mechanisms — and it's not just about sugar. Here's what the research shows.
Best Probiotics for Psoriasis: The Gut-Skin Axis Mechanism, Specific Strains & What the Evidence Shows
Which probiotic strains are most relevant to psoriasis, and what does the evidence actually show? Here's an honest guide to gut health support for psoriasis management.
Milk Thistle for Psoriasis: The Liver Connection, Evidence & How to Use It
Milk thistle's relevance to psoriasis runs through the liver-psoriasis connection. Here's what silymarin actually does, what the evidence shows, and when it's worth considering.
Low-Glycaemic Diet for Acne: What the Evidence Shows, What to Eat & A Full Day of Meals
Low-glycaemic eating reduces acne through insulin, IGF-1, and mTORC1 pathways. Here's the clinical evidence, what GI and GL mean, and a practical full day of meals.
The Psoriasis Diet: What to Eat, What to Avoid & What the Evidence Shows
A psoriasis diet doesn't cure the condition — but NF-κB inhibition through specific polyphenols and Mediterranean dietary patterns have documented evidence. Here's what actually helps and why
Coconut Oil for Psoriasis: Benefits, Limitations & How to Use It Safely
Coconut oil has specific properties relevant to psoriasis — particularly for the scalp and scale softening. Here's what it does well, what it doesn't, and the Malassezia caveat.
Oregon Grape for Psoriasis: The Berberine Mechanism, Clinical Evidence & How to Use It
Oregon grape's berberine inhibits keratinocyte proliferation and NF-κB activity — giving it a specific mechanism for psoriasis backed by multiple clinical trials where 60–84% of patients reported significant improvement. Here's what the evidence shows
Soy and Eczema: Who Needs to Be Careful and Who Doesn't
Soy is a top-five allergen in paediatric eczema — but in adults it's a much less common trigger. Here's who needs to be cautious, the fermented soy distinction, and how to find out.
Sea Moss for Eczema: Does It Actually Help?
Sea moss is trending for eczema — but does it live up to the claims? We look at the evidence, the nutrients, the risks, and what's realistic to expect.
Celery Juice & Acne: The Luteolin Mechanism, the Psoralen Risk & What the Evidence Actually Shows
Celery contains luteolin and apigenin with documented NF-κB inhibitory activity — but juicing removes the fibre and concentrates psoralens that increase sun sensitivity. Here's what celery juice can and can't do for acne
Does L-Glutamine Help Psoriasis? What the Science Actually Shows
L-glutamine is linked to gut health, immune function, and IL-17 pathways relevant to psoriasis. Here's what the evidence actually shows — and what it doesn't.
Is Vitamin E Good for Acne?
Vitamin E's sebum oxidation protection gives it a coherent acne mechanism — but pure vitamin E oil is comedogenic for many acne-prone skin types. Here's when it helps and when to avoid it