Plant-Based Foods for Chronic Skin Diseases: A Focus on the Mediterranean Diet

Mar 6, 2025Current nutrition reports

Plant-Based Mediterranean Diet and Its Role in Long-Term Skin Conditions

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Abstract

The may reduce the clinical severity of psoriasis, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa.

  • Psoriasis, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa are chronic diseases associated with systemic inflammation.
  • Adherence to a Mediterranean dietary pattern is linked to improved management of these skin conditions.
  • The diet is rich in plant-based foods that possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Weight control and positive effects on metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors are associated with the Mediterranean diet.
  • Dietary education regarding this diet is a key non-pharmacological treatment option in holistic patient care.

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Key numbers

2–3%
Psoriasis prevalence
Percentage of the global population affected by psoriasis.
70–80%
Acne prevalence in adolescents
Percentage of adolescents affected by acne.
1%
HS prevalence
Percentage of the global population affected by hidradenitis suppurativa.

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