Patients in my dermatology clinic frequently ask me about how their diet is affecting their skin. I love these questions, because I have an opportunity to use my background in nutrition to guide patients toward a more skin-healthy diet. Unfortunately, there are not evidence-based recommendations I can offer regarding supplements and vitamins because high-quality, non-industry studies are lacking. However, I can share some emerging theories on inflammation and the skin that encourage a diet … [Read more...] about How Diet Affects Your Skin
Northern Arizona Dermatology
Understanding, Treating Rosacea
This is one of the more common skin diseases seen in light–skinned humans. It usually appears in early to late adult years as a facial rash. Manifestations include facial redness, easy or pronounced flushing, acne-like bumps and pustules, swelling and blunting of the fine curves of the nose, eye irritation and skin irritation (dryness and intolerance of many washes and cosmetics). Flaring of rosacea may be triggered by sun exposure, emotional stress, alcohol consumption, cold weather, spicy … [Read more...] about Understanding, Treating Rosacea
