Too much sugar can dry out the skin and cause cracking

Diabetics are often victims of skin injuries and infections. The dermatologist explains why excess sugar is so dangerous

or excess sugar it is directly linked to numerous diseases and health problems. It is nothing new for – almost – no one that consuming too many sweets and simple carbohydrates can promote the development of diabetes, obesity and even cancer. However, according to data from the WHO (World Health Organization), Brazil is the fourth country in the world that consumes the substance.

According to the agency, safe sugar intake – taking into account a 2,000-calorie diet – is between 25g and 50g per day. However, the Brazilian average is around 80g per day. This number is much higher than the WHO recommendation and causes alarm for the country. In addition to numerous chronic complications, excess glucose can also damage skin health.

“When blood glucose (sugar) levels are high, skin damage can occur. This is why dryness occurs very often in diabetics. The body reacts by trying to get rid of excess sugar through the urine and more often the skin. person urinates, the more fluid they lose, leading to dehydration and causing – among other symptoms – this dryness, “explains Dr. Adriana Vilarinho, dermatologist member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology (SBD) and the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

According to the specialist, this loss of fluids, in addition to generating a body dehydration process, can also cause skin irritation. In severe cases, the painting can still cause scaly lesions and even cracks. To prevent this from happening, even in diabetic patients, Dr. Adriana recommends the following habits:

• Intensify skin care on colder days;
• Pay attention to heating systems that remove humidity from the rooms;
• Avoid exposure to winds and very hot baths;
• Use of neutral soaps and shampoos;
• A good body moisturizer, preferably recommended by a dermatologist.

“All this without forgetting that the body needs to be hydrated internally, by drinking a lot of water”, he points out.

According to the dermatologist, people with diabetes should also double their care and attention to possible skin infections, as this can compromise their health and cause other problems.

“Keeping the skin clean, dry and well hydrated at all times. Looking closely at the entire skin and the appearance of any abnormalities is also a golden rule for diabetics, as lesions are often prone to bacteria that can cause infections,” concludes dr. Adriana Vilarinho.

Source: Terra

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