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Eating Chocolate Causes Acne

The belief that eating chocolate causes acne has been around for many years. It is a myth. No foods have been proven to cause acne. Acne is a common skin disorder that causes pimples. Pimples form when the openings of the sebaceous become blocked causing a buildup of oil underneath. The normal bacteria found on the skin multiply, consequently, leading to inflammation.

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