Hello, I'm an expert in the field of dermatology with a focus on skin conditions like rosacea. Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels in your face. It can also produce small, red, pus-filled bumps. While there's no cure for rosacea, there are lifestyle changes and dietary modifications that can help manage the symptoms.

Foods to avoid if you have rosacea include:


1. Alcohol: It can dilate blood vessels and worsen redness.

2. Spicy foods: These can trigger or exacerbate rosacea symptoms.

3. Citrus fruits: They can be acidic and irritating to sensitive skin.

4. Hot drinks: The heat can cause flushing.

5. Caffeine: It can increase heart rate and blood flow, which may worsen symptoms.

6. Dairy products: Some people find that dairy can trigger rosacea flare-ups.
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Chocolate: It's a common trigger for some individuals with rosacea.
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Tomatoes: They can be a trigger for some people.
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Nuts and seeds: These can cause inflammation in some cases.
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Salty foods: High sodium can lead to water retention and worsen redness.

It's important to note that triggers can vary greatly from person to person, so it's crucial to keep a food diary to identify your specific triggers.

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Examples have included cheese, sour cream, yogurt, citrus fruit, liver, chocolate, vanilla, soy sauce, yeast extract (though bread is OK), vinegar, eggplant, avocados, spinach, broad-leafed beans and pods, and foods high in histamine or niacin.read more >>