Tired of Chatbot Algorithms Advising You On Skincare? Well, blogs may not be authentic either. Read this article generated in 10 seconds by ChatGPT.

ChatGPT is a language model tool (still under training) that can be used to generate human-like text. Since its public debut a couple of months ago, it has received a fair share of praise and criticism. From correcting codes to writing essays, it can certainly come as a great time saver. Not surprisingly, with this being a language model, the most of its criticism has been from the academic/published media space. Coming from the same space, I thought of testing it out myself and asked ChatGPT a question – “Write a 300 word article on Food for Skin with scientific references”. The following is the output.

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is important for maintaining healthy skin. Certain foods can provide specific nutrients that can benefit the skin, such as antioxidants and healthy fats. Here are some examples of skin-healthy foods:

1. Water: Staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining healthy skin. Water helps flush out toxins and keeps skin cells plump and hydrated, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles (1).

2. Fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants and vitamins that can help protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage (2). Some great options include tomatoes, berries, and leafy greens.

3. Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3s are essential fatty acids that can help reduce inflammation and improve the health of the skin’s natural oil barrier (3). Good sources include fatty fish like salmon, walnuts, and flaxseeds.

4. Nuts and seeds: Nuts and seeds are a good source of healthy fats, which can help improve the appearance of the skin and keep it hydrated. They also contain antioxidants and other nutrients that can benefit the skin (4). Some options to try include almonds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.

5. Avocado: Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and vitamins, including vitamin E and vitamin C, which can help protect the skin from damage and support collagen production (5).

6. Turmeric: This spice is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and may have potential as a natural treatment for a variety of skin conditions (6). Turmeric can help reduce redness and swelling in the skin, and may also have antioxidant benefits (7).

7. Green tea: Green tea is high in antioxidants, including catechins, which can help protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage (8). Green tea has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects, which can help reduce redness and swelling in the skin (9).

Incorporating these skin-healthy foods into your diet, along with practicing good skincare habits, can help support healthy, radiant skin.

References:

1. Armstrong, B., & Sanceau, E. (2011). Water and the skin. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 65(4), 791-798.
2. Ried, K., Fakler, P., & Sullivan, T. R. (2013). Fruit and vegetable intake and risk of cancer: A systematic review. Nutrients, 5(10), 4376-4394.
3. Ried, K., Fakler, P., & Sullivan, T. R. (2013). Omega-3 fatty acids for the treatment of atopic dermatitis: A systematic review. British Journal of Dermatology, 168(6), 1279-1287.
4. Zhao, L., Gao, Y., & Li, J. (2016). Nut consumption and risk of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 74(4), 664-671.
5. Peake, J. M., & Watts, G. F. (2015). Plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids: A review of the role in human nutrition and management of cardiovascular risk. Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases, 57(5), 460-471.
6. Hata, T. R., & McDaniel, D. H. (2015). The potential of turmeric in dermatology. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 72(4), 692-697.
7. Tannin, G. M., Pagnoni, A., & Medzhitov, R. (2014). Curcumin as a modulator of inflammation and fibrosis. Tissue Barriers, 2(1), e23239.
8. Niu, Y., & Li, J. (2017). Catechins and their role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Nutrients, 9(1), 85.
9. Chaudhary, D. P., Bhandari, U., & Shukla, K. K. (2014). Green tea and its polyphenolic catechins: Medicinal uses in cancer and noncancer applications. Life Sciences, 97(1), 45-54.

My Take:
ChatGPT did a decent job in this writing assignment. However, if you read closely, it is less about persuasive writing, but more about simply putting the database information in a dialogue/user-friendly way. The big question – Is it accurate? Well, that depends on the database it uses. It is currently trained in 750GB of dataset consisting of books/Wikipedia and other sources (which is a lot when it comes to text) but is no where comprehensive enough to provide an accurate answer consistently.

Would I ever use it to write skincare blogs again? Maybe as a “guest post from ChatGPT”? Would you like to read AI generated content? Share your thoughts in comments below.

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True Reference:

ChatGPT – https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/