Which foods and drinks can trigger rosacea?

The foods and drinks that can trigger rosacea flare-ups vary from person to person, but can include:

• liver

• yoghurt

• sour cream

• cheese (except cottage cheese)

• chocolate

• vanilla

• soy sauce

• yeast extract (bread is okay)

• vinegar

• aubergine, avocados and spinach

• broad-leaf beans and pods, including lima, navy or pea

• citrus fruits, tomatoes, bananas, red plums, raisins and figs

• spicy and thermally hot foods

• foods high in histamine

• alcohol, particularly red wine, beer, bourbon, gin, vodka and champagne

• hot drinks, including hot cider, hot chocolate, coffee and tea