Rosacea and Diet

Rosacea is often referred to as "adult acne." It's a skin condition typically involving the face that is characterized by flushing, red bumps and telangiectasia (dilated, visible capillaries). It's most common among fair-skinned women, who develop it in their 30s through 50s. Rosacea may begin as a tendency to flush or blush easily, and progress to persistent redness in the center of the face that may gradually involve the cheeks, forehead, chin and nose. It also may involve the ears, chest and back. As the disease progresses, small blood vessels and tiny pimples, some of which contain pus, begin to appear on and around the reddened area; however, unlike acne, there are no blackheads.

In general, the best diet for rosacea sufferers is one that avoids foods high in histamine or foods that release histamine in the body once eaten. Foods that possess these properties come from all the food groups. Avocadoes, bananas, red plums, figs, raisins, citrus and tomatoes are problem fruits.  For vegetables, spinach, eggplant, lima and navy beans, and peas are the culprits.  Rosacea sufferers should  not eat fermented food products.  Examples are dry cheeses, vinegar, yogurt, soy sauce, sour cream, buttermilk, and yeast extract.

A diet to control rosacea should avoid particularly troublesome spices like black pepper, white pepper, paprika, red pepper and cayenne pepper. Vanilla, chocolate, processed meats (salami, pepperoni, bacon, sausage), and liver should be removed from the diet until their effects on the skin problem has been assessed. Rosacea sufferers shouldn't consume alcoholic beverages such as red wine and beer in particular, but also bourbon, gin, champagne, and vodka. Any hot drink such as tea, coffee, and hot chocolate or hot soup can be problematic, as well as beverages with caffeine. Additives such as benzoates and tartrazine food dye can be triggers and individuals with rosacea should try to avoid products containing these ingredients.

Please note that not all the foods and beverages mentioned above would trigger a rosacea episode or aggravate rosacea with every individual with this skin care problem.  Experimentation with different foods and careful observation after consuming the various foods are necessary to ensure that they are not contributing to flare-ups and they are indeed the right foods to eat for rosacea. There are many other foods not mentioned above that can trigger rosacea episodes and due diligence is required to determine what are the best foods to eat to control rosacea for each individual. 

Newsweek on Acne and Rosecea diet

Last July, the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published a men's study (ages 15 to 25) that found that those who spent 12 weeks on a diet of protein and low-glycemic, slow-metabolizing carbohydrates reduced their acne by twice as much as participants in a control group. Studies have also found that a low-sugar, low-refined-carb diet that reduces the level of insulin in the blood also lowers the level of androgens, a hormone that stimulates the glands in the skin to produce oil and as a result, blemishes. (The increase in androgen toward the end of the menstrual cycle helps explain why some women get monthly breakouts.) The American Acne and Rosacea Society is funding another study exploring the impact of low-glycemic diets on acne later this year. "This has again become a hot topic," says AARS board member Diane Berson, a New York dermatologist.  While you needn't fret that one milk chocolate caramel will end up on your chin in the form of a zit, you're best off limiting the total number of chocolates you consume and sticking to dark chocolate. Not only does dark chocolate have less fat, it has antioxidants that can help reduce blood pressure and confer other health benefits.

Practical advice on a skin care regiment to best control Rosacea in next month issue.

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