MensHealth
  • News
  • Health
  • Fitness
  • Sex
  • Nutrition
  • Style
  • Weight Loss
  • Life
  • Podcasts
  • Motoring
  • Video
MensHealth
  • News
  • Health
  • Fitness
  • Sex
  • Nutrition
  • Style
  • Weight Loss
  • Life
  • Podcasts
  • Motoring
  • Video
Subscribe
MH Challenge Week 4 – Khan Porter
Watch 0:38

MH Challenge Week 4 – Khan Porter

{headline}

{headline}

62% of Aussie Men Are Increasing Their Risk of This Form of Cancer

62% of Aussie Men Are Increasing Their Risk of This Form of Cancer

Coffee Can Be A Great Pre-Workout - If You Drink It At the Right Time

Coffee Can Be A Great Pre-Workout - If You Drink It At the Right Time

We Tried Hugh Jackman-Endorsed Algae, And It Wasn't All That Bad

We Tried Hugh Jackman-Endorsed Algae, And It Wasn't All That Bad

Why Do I Get A Headache When I Haven’t Had My Coffee?

Why Do I Get A Headache When I Haven’t Had My Coffee?

{headline}

{headline}

Does Drinking Too Much Coffee Permanently Affect Your Sleep?

Does Drinking Too Much Coffee Permanently Affect Your Sleep?

Six Grooming Products That'll Speed Up Your Morning Routine

Six Grooming Products That'll Speed Up Your Morning Routine

Scientists May Have Figured Out How Much Coffee We Need To Drink Based On Our Sleep

Scientists May Have Figured Out How Much Coffee We Need To Drink Based On Our Sleep

{headline}

{headline}

How Often Should You Be Changing Your Razor?

How Often Should You Be Changing Your Razor?

Coffee Is So Powerful, You Don't Even Need To Drink It To Be Awesome

Coffee Is So Powerful, You Don't Even Need To Drink It To Be Awesome

Sorry, But Your Go-To Trick For Sobering Up Isn't Working

Sorry, But Your Go-To Trick For Sobering Up Isn't Working

(Sponsor)

5 Reasons You Should Start Moisturising Tonight

5 Reasons You Should Start Moisturising Tonight

Broccoli Lattes Might Be The Latest Coffee Trend

Broccoli Lattes Might Be The Latest Coffee Trend

This Is Why You Should Never Drink Coffee Or Tea On An Aeroplane

This Is Why You Should Never Drink Coffee Or Tea On An Aeroplane

  1. Home
  2. Nutrition

Turns Out Your Favourite Drink Is Also Fighting Off This Skin Condition

I'll sip to that - by Alex Pierotti
  • 19 Oct 2018
Turns Out Your Favourite Drink Is Also Fighting Off This Skin Condition

Yes, tough mornings call for a cappuccino. But no doubt you've felt a bit nervous about your coffee addiction? No need to be. 

According to a new study published in JAMA Dermatology, women who regularly consumed caffeinated beverages were less likely to have rosacea - a condition characterised by redness, flushing and visible blood vessels on the face. 

Findings suggest that those who drank four or more cups a day showed the strongest defence against the inflammatory skin condition. Those who drank coffee less than once a month were 23 per cent more likely to suffer from the problem.

A team led by Wen-Qin Li from Brown university analysed a previous study that took place between the 1990s and early 2000s. Scientists examined lifestyle factors, dietary records and medical information of tens of thousands of female nurses.

RELATED: Coffee Is So Powerful, You Don't Even Need To Drink It To Be Awesome

Participants were questioned on the drinking habits - coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and chocolate. The group of 82,737 women were also asked if they had ever been officially diagnosed with rosacea. 

As part of their work, the team of authors analysed self-reported caffeine intake collected between 1991 and either 2005 or the year respondents were diagnosed with rosacea. 

Scientists also considered other factors associated with rosacea - smoking, alcohol intake, BMI and physical activity. They also excluded participants who were diagnosed with the condition within four years. 

Interestingly, caffeine found in other beverages or chocolate did not reduce the likelihood of rosacea nor decaf coffee. Researchers suggest that not only caffeine but other bioactive compounds found only in coffee could help prevent the onset or symptoms of rosacea through anti-inflammatory characteristics. However, they admit more research is needed.

RELATED: Your Morning Coffee Order Says A Lot About You

“This is an observational study, not a randomised clinical trial (RCT), widely considered to be the gold standard in evaluating causal relationships. However, a randomised trial of long-term coffee drinking would be difficult to carry out – recruiting to the control group would be problematic for sure. Without an RCT we must rely on large, prospective cohort studies like this one as the next best option in evaluating these relationships,” write the study authors. 

“This study provides evidence that patients with rosacea need not avoid coffee, and it offers all of us 1 more reason to continue drinking coffee regularly. We will raise an insulated travel mug to that!”

Alex Pierotti
Alex Pierotti
A one-time third-grade try-scorer, Men's Health's Digital Content Editor, Alex Pierotti, is obsessed with two things: the beach and his footy team. When he’s not researching the latest studies, figuring out the latest style trends or snacking on cashews you'll find Alex cruising on his board through Bondi Beach

Better than HALF PRICE!

Just $99 for 24 issues

SAVE 56% Subscribe Now
Better than HALF PRICE!
  • Health
  • Nutrition
  • Grooming

Recommended to you

MH Challenge Week 4 – Khan Porter
Watch 0:38

MH Challenge Week 4 – Khan Porter

{headline}

{headline}

62% of Aussie Men Are Increasing Their Risk of This Form of Cancer

62% of Aussie Men Are Increasing Their Risk of This Form of Cancer

Coffee Can Be A Great Pre-Workout - If You Drink It At the Right Time

Coffee Can Be A Great Pre-Workout - If You Drink It At the Right Time

We Tried Hugh Jackman-Endorsed Algae, And It Wasn't All That Bad

We Tried Hugh Jackman-Endorsed Algae, And It Wasn't All That Bad

Why Do I Get A Headache When I Haven’t Had My Coffee?

Why Do I Get A Headache When I Haven’t Had My Coffee?

{headline}

{headline}

Does Drinking Too Much Coffee Permanently Affect Your Sleep?

Does Drinking Too Much Coffee Permanently Affect Your Sleep?

Six Grooming Products That'll Speed Up Your Morning Routine

Six Grooming Products That'll Speed Up Your Morning Routine

Scientists May Have Figured Out How Much Coffee We Need To Drink Based On Our Sleep

Scientists May Have Figured Out How Much Coffee We Need To Drink Based On Our Sleep

{headline}

{headline}

How Often Should You Be Changing Your Razor?

How Often Should You Be Changing Your Razor?

Coffee Is So Powerful, You Don't Even Need To Drink It To Be Awesome

Coffee Is So Powerful, You Don't Even Need To Drink It To Be Awesome

Sorry, But Your Go-To Trick For Sobering Up Isn't Working

Sorry, But Your Go-To Trick For Sobering Up Isn't Working

(Sponsor)

5 Reasons You Should Start Moisturising Tonight

5 Reasons You Should Start Moisturising Tonight

Broccoli Lattes Might Be The Latest Coffee Trend

Broccoli Lattes Might Be The Latest Coffee Trend

This Is Why You Should Never Drink Coffee Or Tea On An Aeroplane

This Is Why You Should Never Drink Coffee Or Tea On An Aeroplane

MensHealth
  • About Us
  • Subscribe Today
  • Contact Us
  • Pacific Magazines
  • Partners
  • 7Plus
  • Terms
  • Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Statement
MensHealth Magazine Subscribe
  • About Us
  • Subscribe Today
  • Contact Us
  • Pacific Magazines
  • Partners
  • 7Plus
  • Terms
  • Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Statement

Brands

  • Women's Health
  • marie claire
  • Instyle
  • Beauty Crew

Pacific Network

  • Better Homes and Gardens
  • BHG Shop
  • New Idea food
  • New Idea
  • Who
  • Girlfriend
  • That’s Life
  • Home Beautiful
  • All Recipes
  • Practical Parenting
© 2019 Pacific Magazines