Is Nutella bad for acne?
Two tablespoons of Nutella score 28. More than half of Nutella is sugar, and it also contains skimmed milk powder. Sugar and milk are the two food groups most often linked to acne in studies. Peanut butter made of 100% peanuts scores 78.
Nutella30 g · 160 kcal
282 g protein · 17 g carbs · 9 g fat per serving
What the scan likes
- A small amount of protein and fiber are present from hazelnuts and cocoa.
- Provides a quick source of energy.
- It's a widely enjoyed treat that can fit into an occasional balanced diet.
What pulls the score down
- Very high in sugar, with 17g per serving, contributing to empty calories.
- High in fat, mostly from palm oil and vegetable oils.
- Contains a high amount of calories for a small serving size (160 calories in 2 tablespoons).
Better swap
78
Peanut butter (100% peanuts)+50 points · Clear skin 75
Sources
- A low-glycemic-load diet improves symptoms in acne vulgaris patientsSmith RN et al., Am J Clin Nutr (2007)
- Dairy intake and acne vulgaris: a systematic review and meta-analysisJuhl CR et al., Nutrients (2018)
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Scanned with the Clear Food app on 29 September 2026. Values are estimates. Not medical advice.