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Why the Corners of Your Mouth Crack and How To Fix It

I weighed in on this article about angular chelitis for Refinery29:

As Feller notes, more common-sense self-care, like rounding out your diet, can also help balance healthy flora in the mouth — something that may lead to fewer instances of corner sores. “From a nutritional standpoint, I would recommend following a balanced diet that provides an abundance of whole and minimally-processed foods including both non-starchy and starchy vegetables, legumes, and fruits,” she says. “For those at risk, such as those with a B vitamin deficiency, anemia, or diabetes, it’s important to make sure that the gastrointestinal system is not compromised and that the body is absorbing all the foods and or supplements they are taking.”

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