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Absolutely! What you eat significantly influences your gut microbiome, and emerging research suggests it can also impact your skin microbiome. A diet rich in diverse plants, for example, can foster a healthier balance of bacteria, potentially altering the very skin scents that make some people mosquito magnets, as mentioned in the story.
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