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Does brownie cause acne?
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Brownie is unlikely to be a breakout trigger for most people.
One serving brings a high glycemic load (fast sugar, which raises insulin), some dairy and a little saturated fat or omega-6. It also gives omega-3 and polyphenols, which the research links to calmer skin.
Why this score
- Glycemic: 21 g carbs at GI 55 = glycemic load 11.6 (high). Fast sugar raises insulin, and insulin can lift skin oil and clog pores.
- Dairy: 2 g, a small amount.
- Inflammation: 3.5 g saturated fat and 0.8 g omega-6, a small load.
- Skin Boost: 0.1 g omega-3 and medium polyphenols, which small trials link to fewer inflamed spots (+5.8).
Score breakdown
| Axis | What it measures | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Glycemic | Glycemic load GL 11.6 | −20.4 / 50 |
| Dairy | Dairy grams (milk hormones) | −1.7 / 25 |
| Inflammation | Saturated fat + omega-6 | −6.3 / 25 |
| Skin Boost | Omega-3 + polyphenols | +5.8 / 25 |
| Skin Score | 77 / 100 · GOOD |
Nutrition in one serving (40 g)
| Carbs | 21 g · GI 55 |
|---|---|
| Dairy | 2 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.8 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.1 g |
| Polyphenols | medium |
Estimates for a typical serving eaten with a meal. Real foods vary by brand and recipe.
Not medical advice. This score is for brownie on its own. What you eat with it changes the result: protein and fat slow the sugar spike, and breakouts usually show up 3 to 7 days after a meal, which is why SpotBite tracks your meals over time rather than judging one food. Diet is one factor among many (hormones, genetics, skincare, stress, sleep).
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