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According to a health and wellness article published by The Vibrant Skin bar, Avocados are proven to be very beneficial for the skin. They contain vitals B,C, E and K which are all known for their health benefits. They also contain a good amount of magnesium and potassium that are known to combat bacteria that can grow on the skin barrier. To add they also contain omega 3 and 6 fatty acids that deeply hydrate the skin. Avocado can also be used as a topical treatment to reduce dark spots, eczema, and psoriasis.

https://vibrantskinbar.com/blog/avocado-benefits-for-skin/
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When i first read your fact check, i took a look at the source that you used. According to media bia fact check, the source vibrant skin bar, is mostly factual. I then took a look at another reliable cite healthline. From both these articles I can see that avocados hold certain vitamins that help prevent skin damage, soothe skin conditions, minimize breakouts, improves skin elasticity and prevents dry skin.
https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin#how-to-use
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Love how you highlighted avocados’ skin benefits from the Vibrant Skin Bar article—those vitamins and fatty acids sound promising! I’d dig deeper into the source, though; it’s a spa blog, so they might hype benefits to sell treatments. The magnesium and potassium-fighting bacteria claim caught my eye—did they mean topical use or eating them? Tracing back, I’ve seen similar buzz on X from wellness influencers, but it’d be stronger if you checked a dermatology site to see if those nutrients really tackle eczema or dark spots.
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Great use of medical studies to backup your reasoning. I agree that using medical studies done by more than one group or organization is probably the best way to get accurate medical information. Well done!
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I've never heard this before! this is very interesting. I think the link that you posted does a very good job of showing us the facts behind the matter. I've found one from UCLA Health that touched on these same ideas and benefits from eating avocados.
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows
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Your source describes the variety of elements from avocados that have health and skin benefits. These statements are supported by other linked sources in which one could learn more about the specific attributes of avocados that are beneficial such as collagen or vitamin c helping with dark spots. This article was written by Kristina Cadwell, who graduated with a bachelor's in science for biology as well as getting a Masters of Medical Science degree from a different school. She has over 10 years of experience in the aesthetics field making her seem very reliable and well educated on the impacts of various nutrients in food such as an avocado that can be beneficial for health. One thing to be aware of in this source is that it is from the Vibrant Skin Bar spa who's goal is to bring in clients and sell products so I would proceed with caution with any source like this where its a business discussing something that could/does impact their business. That being said the actual author of the article seems very educated so overall I trust and agree with this claim.

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I enjoy doing my daily skincare routine and already assumed that avocados were beneficial to the skin. I was unaware however are its interesting healing properties and breakout prevention powers. My article by Healthline discusses this and even offers a recipe for an avocado facemask to incorporate into your weekly skin regimen. https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin#how-to-use
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This statement is true. According to a study done by the UCLA Center for Human Nutrition it was shown that eating avocado can increase skin elasticity and firmness. The study was done by having 39 women ages 27-73 either eat an avocado a day or to continue with their normal diet. After eight weeks their skin elasticity and firmness was measured. the group that ate an avocado a day had an increased elasticity and firmness in their skin. Avocados are also a great source carotenoids, which has been linked to improved skin aging.

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9786235/

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I agree with this statement as long as you don't mean for it to be the end all be all for all skincare. Avocados are good for skin and do contain a lot of good fatty acids,  monounsaturated fatty acids,  and phytonutrients all of which are very healthy and noy only good for the skin but good for your organs as a whole. Of course so do a lot of other fruits and as a whole eating healthier is the main point to looking healthier and skin being healthier. However in this research article they made a group of 39 women ages 29-73 either continue their regular diet or eat one avocado daily for eight weeks. The group of women eating the avocados were shown to have much more form, and elastic. Overall what the research article proved though was fruits and a healthier diet are more important then avocados.

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows

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This fact is true, not only are avocados good for your skin but they also have more benefits. According to this Article from Healthline, avocados are rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants that promote skin health. They contain vitamin E, which helps protect the skin from oxidative damage, and vitamin C, which supports collagen production for firm, youthful skin. The monounsaturated fats in avocados keep the skin hydrated and reduce inflammation, preventing dryness and irritation. Additionally, their high lutein content helps shield the skin from UV damage. Research suggests that a diet including avocados may improve skin elasticity and overall appearance, making them a great food for maintaining healthy skin.

https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin

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ago by Newbie (320 points)

Avocados are rich in healthy fats, vitamins E & C and have various antioxidants which can help promotes skin healthy by reducing inflammation and improving hydration. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3664913/#:~:text=One%2Dhalf%20an%20avocado%20is,%2D6%20(0.2%20mg)%2C

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This claim comes from a blog, which is not a reliable source when looking for medical info. However, just because it is on a blog does not mean that it is automatically false. It just means you have to compare it with other sources. After doing some digging, I found that the info in this blog is true. According to https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows, eating avocados increases elasticity and firmness in the skin if you eat it daily. UCLA is a prestigious university with lots of other published research, making me trust them. I still went and found another source just to double-check, and Healthline (https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin#benefits) agrees with the UCLA research paper.
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ago by Newbie (350 points)

The statement avocados are good for your skin is completely true. According to the health and wellness article used above, avocados hydrate our skin, alleviates sun damage, helps decrease aging signs, and much more. These are all benefits to using avocados on our skin. According to another article written on Healthline, avocados are packed with Vitamin E and C, which are both good for our skin. It improves overall skin health and helps decrease the amount of breakouts a person has. For all these reasons, and more, avocados are good for our skin. 

https://vibrantskinbar.com/blog/avocado-benefits-for-skin/

https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin#benefits

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ago by Novice (500 points)
Avocados offer several helpful nutrients for skin health, including vitamins B, C, E, and K, along with minerals like magnesium and potassium. Their main fatty acid is actually oleic acid (omega-9), though they do contain smaller amounts of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. A UCLA study suggests eating avocados regularly may improve skin elasticity and firmness. The fruit's natural oils can help keep skin hydrated, while its antioxidants may provide some protection against environmental factors. When it comes to specific conditions like dark spots, eczema, or psoriasis, avocados show some promise, though more research would be beneficial. It's also good to know that avocados might be comedogenic for some people, potentially clogging pores despite their moisturizing qualities. Generally speaking, avocados appear to support skin health when included in a balanced diet, working alongside rather than replacing treatments for serious skin conditions.
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows
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ago by Newbie (220 points)

Avocados have many health benefits for humans. They're a natural form a fat and includes all sorts of fibers. You may see people use avocados as a dace mask, and even though that can be beneficial, it's most effective when digested and inside the body. Beauty and face benefits occur the most when you eat healthy and your insides are the healthiest. The natural unsaturated fats and antioxidants in avocados make your skin appear more plump, hydrated, improves its firmness, elasticity, and pigmentation. The healthy fats also improve inflammation anywhere on the body once digested. So, if consumed regularly, you will definitely start to see a good difference in your skin and over all health. 

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/eating-an-avocado-daily-increases-elasticity-and-firmness-in-skin-study-shows

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ago by Novice (500 points)

The claim that avocados are good for your skin is true, this is due to the fact that avocados contain many healthy benefits such as healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Avocados contain vitamin C and vitamin E which both play a part in the health of your skin, more precisely vitamins C and E both protect your skin from outside damagers, such as the sun. The fats in avocados increase the elasticity of your skin and can also reduce visible wrinkles. As the original author stated you can also use avocados as a topical treatment, this is seen through the many skin care companies that use ingredients such as avocado oil which is proven to keep your skin moisturized and hydrated as avocado oil contains many fatty acids which lock in moisture. Avocado oil also contains antioxidants which help to reduce inflammation of the skin, especially on sensitive areas such as your face.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321543

https://www.healthline.com/health/avocado-benefits-for-skin#benefits

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