{"id":1031,"date":"2016-06-03T19:59:10","date_gmt":"2016-06-03T19:59:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acquablumedicalspa.com\/blog\/\/?p=1031"},"modified":"2016-06-03T19:59:10","modified_gmt":"2016-06-03T19:59:10","slug":"can-eat-trigger-rosacea-flare-ups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acquablumedicalspa.com\/blog\/can-eat-trigger-rosacea-flare-ups\/","title":{"rendered":"Can What You Eat Trigger Rosacea Flare Ups?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re one of the more than 3 million Americans dealing with rosacea every year, you may already have an understanding of some of the lifestyle choices that can affect your skin condition. Things like heat, humidity, wind exposure, and even stress are among the most common triggers of rosacea flare ups, but did you know that what\u2019s on your plate could also be contributing to flushed, irritated skin? <\/span><\/p>\n

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What Is Rosacea?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Rosacea is a common skin condition that is most notably characterized by a red or pink flushing of the cheeks, although other symptoms like facial burning, stinging, and itching, along with small acne-like bumps can also occur. Although there\u2019s currently no conclusive evidence to suggest a definite cause of rosacea, many experts believe that a variety of factors may be at play. These could include genetics, facial blood vessels that dilate too easily, sun damage, and even <\/span>microscopic skin mites<\/span><\/a>. (<\/span>The American Academy of Dermatology<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n

What Foods Can Cause Flare Ups?<\/span><\/h3>\n

While the exact causes of the skin condition itself remain unidentified, there are certain known triggers that can have an effect on rosacea flare ups, including the foods you\u2019re eating. In fact, some research suggests that those who suffer from rosacea may have a higher prevalence of gut bacteria overgrowth, which may contribute to disease. So by choosing your foods carefully and knowing which ones to avoid, you could help to reduce the likelihood of a flare up. Here are some of the foods to stay away from:<\/span><\/p>\n