What Causes Acanthosis Nigricans (Darkened Skin Folds)? – Dr. Berg

Find out what causes darkened skin folds, known as acanthosis nigricans. Learn how changing your diet can help reverse this condition.

0:00 Introduction: What is acanthosis nigricans?
0:18 Acanthosis nigricans causes
0:44 How to get rid of acanthosis nigricans
1:02 Pellagra

In this video, we’re going to talk about a condition called acanthosis nigricans, which causes darkened skin folds on the body, commonly in your armpits, forehead, and groin.

High insulin and insulin resistance cause acanthosis nigricans. Frequent eating and high-carb meals contribute to this pre-diabetic condition. People with diabetes can also develop darkened skin folds.

Acanthosis nigricans can be reversed if you reduce your insulin and blood sugar. Keto and intermittent fasting can help!

Pellagra is a condition that mimics acanthosis nigricans. It’s not as common but can cause similar darkened skin folds around the neck. Pellagra is caused by a vitamin B3 deficiency, often caused by eating too many ground corn products such as grits or corn chips.

If you have darkened skin folds, try keto and intermittent fasting to lower your insulin and reverse the condition.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 59, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this explains how to get rid of acanthosis nigricans. I’ll see you in the next video.

[azianjazzyboo]

I’m 17 and I have this on my neck, armpits, groin, between my body rolls and under my breast . People think I’m dirty and it hurts my feeling. I’m obese but I don’t look heavy . I weigh 170 lbs and I’m 5’4 ....Thank you Dr. Berg for this video .

[ayr]

I had this throughout my childhood. It, along with obesity were THE reason I was bullied. I scrubbed and used creams without success of course. It's gone now and I'm so happy to see this explanation. THANK YOU!!!!

[DeanExplains]

Legend has it if you say 3 times "insulin" in front of the mirror - Dr. Berg will appear in front of you

[claudiaazigwe]

I have been having this problem since I was a child and about a month a ago when I started the keto diet and intermittent fasting, my armpits and goin have began to lighten up.. thanks a lot Dr Berg

[wndrwmna]

My son had this really bad when he was overweight. He had very high sugar levels and hypertension. It completely went away when he stopped eating high levels of sugar and lost weight.

[hello]

OMG I was wondering why my armpits look less dark and less hairy!! Another benefit of Keto. ❤️

[palakmalhotra]

I’ve struggled with this for 10 years. I was 7 when I got it and ever since I had it until 2021 when I started losing weight and changing my lifestyle habits. And trust me when I say losing weight and having a healthy lifestyle will completely get rid of it, trust me. I’m 17 now and I’ve completely gotten rid of it!!

[beautytipsandhealthylifest]

Dr Eric, you are simply the best.I am thankful to youtube that I found you.

[Jimmy-Chin]

I used to have this issue when I was obese...after ketosis...no more

[bellacortez]

Had this as a kid severely. Went to the doctor because i kept gaining weight and my skin all over my body started hyperpigmentating, and i started to get sever dark circles. doctors said it was just apart of being a person of color but going from sandy beige in MAC to caramel during the winter should raise some Which was dumb because my white friends had the same problem. The doctors took my blood pressure said i was fine and said as for my weight; eat less ( i only ate once a day) .
If only doctors did their job when i was a kid, i would have been able to dodged depression, suicide attempts and alot of bullying .

[dahaniyaalrajhi]

Actually I had this dark skin problem ....after Intermittent fasting for a week really I can see the difference

[dyahviona]

Lol even before clicking the video I knew it was gonna be insulin. Love you dr. Berg!

[jovicrazed]

Thank you for doing this video. I knew of the link between AN and insulin but many, including my GP, don't and h'es been an MD for 50+ years. If anyone is suffering from skin tags, they are also a sign of insulin resistance.

[azharbennett]

Thanks for the great life changing advise Dr Berg. I been suffering for over 20 years and finally make some sense of it now

[soniapigi]

De berg you are the best dr i ever see

[nuhella]

Well great, i reduced the amount of sugar in my drinks, and those patches kinda disappeared ya, and also i stopped drinking milk n consuming diary products and my psoriasis condition improved n that stomach bloating has gone beside i lost few kiloes

[aarthisadanand]

I realised I had vit b3 deficiency only after I saw this!!! Thankyou soooo much Doc! Bless you for enlightening so many of us with such basic knowledge 🙏

[tenwaystowearit]

Can you do a video on how to brighten the white part of your eyes? Why do some people have really bright white eyeballs and others have yellowish eyeballs. And is there a way to brighten them? Is it hereditary?

[mddell]

*Dark ring around neck, is a definite sign of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes.*

[annjean]

Great video and explanation. Thank you for sharing your priceless wisdom.