The balance of bacteria in your gut—your gut microbiome—plays a critical role in managing inflammation, immunity, and even hormone regulation, all of which directly impact your skin.
Fast food, sugar, and alcohol create the perfect storm for bacterial overgrowth, leaky gut syndrome, and inflammation. In this article, let’s explore how gut imbalances, particularly bacterial dysbiosis, contribute to acne and how the location of your acne may provide clues about underlying gut issues.