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5. Healthier Skin

The gut and its microbiome play important roles in many skin conditions. Recent findings show that the skin and gut microbiomes are intricately linked. Maintaining a healthy diet allows their gut to fight dermatological issues like eczema, psoriasis, dandruff, acne, and cancer.

Some experts link this to the prevention of a “leaky gut,” which describes a weakened intestinal barrier that allows certain proteins to “leak” into the body and irritate major systems like the skin.

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