Skin is comprised of a unique ecosystem of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses. This ecosystem is referred to as the microbiome and consists of 10 to 100 trillion symbiotic cells. Oxidative stress and inflammation from either diet or environment can alter and create imbalances that can damage or harm skin. Thus, one’s skin condition is impacted by their gut health. In 1826, Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin first coined the phrase that humans are what they eat. This becomes evident when considering that the gut communicates with skin and reveals one’s skin condition.
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