Rosacea:

Rosacea is an acne-like disease that effects middle age adults. It is an inflammatory skin disorder on the cheeks and the nose. It is unknown what causes rosacea, however, it effects people with fair skin and those of European descent. If left untreated, Rosacea may cause an enlarged, thick, red, swollen nose. Some speculated causes of rosacea are an overactive vascular system, skin mites, hormonal changes, drugs, and genetic and environmental triggers. (Henry S. and Trott M., Take control of rosacea. Prevention Magazine. 107-110:12/92).

Dr. Metcalfe has found that patients respond well when they combine dietary changes along with supplements to prevent further outbreaks.

Flushing of the skin leading to distinct redness.
Telangiectasia: small dilated blood vessels visible on the skin surface.
Red bumps sometimes filled with pus.
Eyes may become red and dry.

Lifestyle Changes:

Exercise 1-hour everyday.
No alcohol.
Avoid sun and wind exposure.
Avoid saunas and steamrooms.
Be gentle to the inflamed skin: no harsh scrubs or alcohol containing toners.
Stop smoking. Smoking makes the vasculature weaker.
Decrease stress.
Avoid oil based skin products.

Dietary Changes:

Increase fruit and vegetables to 5 + servings a day.
Drink 10 glasses of water a day.
No caffeine.
Avoid spicy foods.
Be tested for food allergies. Or avoid potential allergens.
30 grams of fiber daily.
Avoid sugar.

Rosacea Management Protocol:

Vascu-Max: 2 capsules twice daily between meals.
Imuzyme: 3 capsules three times daily between meals. This should be taken for twenty days (this requires 2 bottles). Then start taking Enterogenic Concentrate.
Enterogenic Concentrate: 3 capsules twice daily between meals.

Other beneficial Products:

Lipotropic Complex: 2 capsules twice daily with food.