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Acne: Getting Started
When there is so much information in the world on acne, sometimes it’s difficult to know when and where to begin. I’ve had a lot of...
Sammy Sopka
4 min read
Whey Protein and Acne
For those of you active, busy folk who like to grab a quick protein bar or shake to supplement a meal or as an added snack, this one...
Sammy Sopka
2 min read
The Role of Chronic Stress on Acne
Did you know that stress can play a role in your acne breakouts? When I ask patients about stress in my practice, I typically get a lot...
Sammy Sopka
10 min read


What’s the Deal with Peanut Butter?
In October 2021, I embarked on a fitness journey with virtual trainer Sumeet Sahni* (1). My sister had done her workout and food program...
Sammy Sopka
4 min read


High Glycemic Index and Acne
Let’s start from the beginning. The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly a food raises blood sugar levels after consumption. Foods...
Sammy Sopka
3 min read
Endocrine Disruptor Chemicals (EDC)
The term “endocrine disruptors” has been garnering a lot of attention more recently. But what are these? According to the National...
Sammy Sopka
5 min read


Diet and Acne
If you’ve ever been to a Western medicine provider for the treatment of your acne, you may have asked about your diet and the role it...
Sammy Sopka
3 min read


Dairy and Acne
There are many foods that have a link to the development of acne, but one that has been proven time and again is this: dairy. The...
Sammy Sopka
5 min read
Brief Understanding of the Skin and Acne
In order to understand acne, and how it arises, I think it’s helpful to have a quick understanding of the skin. There are 3 layers that...
Sammy Sopka
5 min read


Back (and Body) Acne
When I was a teenager, I had acne on my face, back, and chest. Growing up in Michigan, I wouldn’t have cared about the body acne if it...
Sammy Sopka
5 min read
Acne Small Tips and Tricks
I wanted to compile a list for the person that is cleaning up their diet, cleaning up their skin care, cleaning up their stress, and may...
Sammy Sopka
7 min read
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