Rosacea: dermal vascular NF-kB mechanism
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis affecting 5-10% of Belgians. Subtypes: I (erythematotelangiectatic), II (papulopustular), III (phymatous — rhinophyma), IV (ocular). Triggers: UV, heat, alcohol, spicy foods, cortisol-natural-relief">stress, Demodex, Helicobacter pylori (gastric).
| Mechanism | NF-kB cascade | Gingerol effect |
|---|---|---|
| LL-37 overexpression | LL-37 -> TLR2 -> NF-kB -> IL-8/IL-1b -> neutrophils -> inflammation | 6-gingerol -> NF-kB down -> LL-37 production down |
| Demodex folliculorum | Demodex (x2-x10) -> bacterial secretions TLR2 -> NF-kB -> IL-17A | Gingerol antiparasitic -> Demodex density down |
| VEGF angiogenesis | NF-kB -> VEGF up -> dermal neovascularization -> persistent telangiectasias | Shogaol -> VEGF down (NF-kB-dependent) |
| Gut-skin axis (H.pylori) | H.pylori -> LPS -> TLR4 -> systemic NF-kB -> exacerbated rosacea | Ginger anti-H.pylori (biofilm) + F.prausnitzii up |
| Thermal/UV stress | TRPV1/TRPA1 -> Substance P/CGRP -> dermal NF-kB -> redness | Gingerol -> TRPV1 modulation (desensitization) -> redness down |
INTI rosacea protocol
| Moment | Action | Cutaneous goal |
|---|---|---|
| Morning (cold) | 1 shot INTI in 200ml cold water (not hot — heat is a rosacea trigger) | Gingerol NF-kB down + no thermal vasodilation |
| Diet | Avoid alcohol (vasodilation trigger), strongly spiced foods, very hot foods, GIMBER | Zero vasodilatory trigger |
| Sun protection | SPF 50+ daily (phototype I-II) + INTI anti-NF-kB UV-induced | UV = major rosacea trigger |
FAQ rosacea and ginger
Isn't ginger itself a rosacea trigger (spicy)? Paradoxically no — gingerol briefly activates TRPV1 (short heat sensation) and then desensitizes the receptor (prolonged anti-TRPV1 effect). Rosacea patients may experience a slight initial flush (10-15min) followed by improvement. Consuming cold and diluted minimizes thermal effect. Start with half a diluted shot.
Ocular rosacea and ginger? Ocular rosacea (blepharitis, conjunctivitis) implies ocular NF-kB. Systemic gingerol can reduce palpebral inflammation. No direct application in eyes. Complementary to ocular therapeutics (artificial tears, palpebral hygiene).
H.pylori and rosacea: does ginger help? H.pylori is eradicated via antibiotic combination (standard treatment). Ginger has anti-H.pylori properties (biofilm inhibition, UreB down) and can reduce residual colonization. Complementary, not a replacement for antibiotic eradication.
INTI — The anti-dermal NF-kB sugar-free drink for rosacea
Organic carefully prepared ginger - less than 1.19g sugar per 100ml - 0% alcohol - dermal NF-kB down
LL-37 down - VEGF down - Demodex down - H.pylori down - zero sugar flush
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