) In extreme cases, especially without treatment, there would be knobby bumps on the nose and cheeks that can multiply. This is advanced rosacea (rhinophyma). Causes The exact cause or causes are not yet known. Researchers think rosacea is caused by genetic conditions and environmental factors (bacteria and the sun, etc. Unlike acne, there seems to be no hormonal imbalances or blackheads/whiteheads. All rosacea can offer is a totally confusing set of symptoms and triggers. It is in fact so confusing that some people do not even realize they have rosacea. The redness that have developed is often attributed to sunburn or just flushing. Left unattended (and untreated), the advanced stages of rosacea can develop into rhinophyma. It is a disfiguring nose condition characterized by a bulbous nose enlarged by the disease. Bumps There might be some bumps on the lower half of the nose and the nearby cheek areas. Severe rhinophyma occurs only on men. In fact, studies show that 1 out of 20 Americans are diagnosed to suffer from this skin disorder. Experts say that women are most prone to this skin condition and their overall appearance is greatly affected. Various cases of Rosacea show that people who are suffering from it, aside from extreme skin flushing, will eventually have enlarged and swollen nose which continues to turn red over time. When these triggers are ingested or come into contact with afflicted people, they experience rosacea symptoms. The number one among these common triggers is sun exposure. The sun seems to exacerbate rosacea problem. So does stress. Other known triggers for resacea are spicy foods, heavy exercising, cold weather and humidity, alcohol consumption, skin care products and cosmetics, drugs and medications, and dairy products. Aside from being an all-natural product, fruits are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber that helps boosts satiety, and satisfies a person s sweet tooth without worrying about weight gain. Containing all the nutrients and vitamins it has, fruits are an ideal diet food for those who are into losing weight or weight reduction and those who are striving to maintain their weight.