Rosacea 101 Reviews
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From: Frank Powell
Subject: Re: aloha
Date: March 25, 2009 10:56:12 PM HST
To: Brady Barrows

I think your book "Rosacea 101" is well clearly written and a very useful and comprehensive overview of this complex subject. It reflects a deep interest that you clearly have in the disease and a good understanding and insight into its impact on rosacea sufferers. It contains many useful facts that patients with rosacea will find helpful in their day-to-day management of their skin disorder. I am sure it will prove to be very popular and I wish you well with it.
Frank C Powell, MD author of Rosacea Diagnosis and Management

"Rosacea 101 is the most comprehensive guide to rosacea control available. If you suffer from rosacea, you're sure to find help here."

Christiane Northrup, MD, author of Mother-Daughter Wisdom (Bantam, 2005); The Wisdom of Menopause, and Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom (Bantam, revised 2006)

From: Steve Johnson, MD
Subject: Book!
Date: October 31, 2007 2:50:35 PM HST
To: Brady Barrows

Dear Brady,

I got your book in the mail today and I am so impressed! One of my patients let his numbing cream wear off he was so engrossed with it. I put it out in the waiting room coffee table as the center piece. Excellent, excellent job!! Thanks for all your tireless work and extreme dedication.

Sincerely,
Dr Steve Johnson
Tennessee Laser and Skin Rejuvenation

It was my good fortune to have the opportunity to review the book, Rosacea 101, by Brady Barrows. I enjoyed the exhaustive nature of this work, the author's obvious passion for identifying effective solutions (perhaps rooted in the fact that he is afflicted by this disease), his willingness to 'take on' controversial areas and the strong emphasis on diet and rosacea. It is difficult to design an adequate blinded study to determine if dietary intervention in rosacea is truly effective. Until such a study is performed, it is logical for patients to perform the personal dietary trials recommended by the author in an effort to develop a truly effective long term diet regimen that meets each individual's needs. This is a useful adjunct to the treatment of rosacea with topical and systemic drugs. Many patients will find that reading this book provides the knowledge that will help them take control of their disease.

Robert T. Brodell, M.D.
Professor of Internal Medicine
Dermatology Section
Clinical Professor of Dermatopathology in Pathology
Master Teacher
Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine
Rootstown, Ohio

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Thanks, your book is fantastic a complete guide to rosacea, turns out i was diagnosed wrong and have Keratosis Pilaris if it wasn't for your book i would never have known. - Elizabeth ____________________________________________________________

"....So I scoured the web for more info and found a fantastic book by Brady Barrows called "Rosacea Diet 101". The author himself a rosacea sufferer claims that his diet should show results after 4 weeks. I was second week into the diet and I started seeing improvement in my rosacea. It has been 5 weeks since I went on the diet and I must say my rosacea is hardly noticeable. In fact I'd say its almost gone.

So my advice to you ladies is to STOP squandering money on useless rosacea creams and antibiotics(like I once did) they rarely help. Try this diet and please tell me if it works for you as well." by whizz-dude on Wed Sep 03, 2008 3:01 pm

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"...I went on a diet which was formulated by a fellow rosacean (Brady Barrows). Brady has written a book on the rosacea diet which challenges the orthodox school of thought on what causes rosacea and explains how western diet is acting as a catalyst for rosacea. His book is very good as it gives absolutely everything one need to know to successfully control rosacea. The diet itself is very strict and will require huge sacrifice and change in your current diet. It is a 4 week diet(4 weeks is the minimum amount of time it takes for your metabolism to change) but you should see the change in your rosacea within two weeks. I personally saw some improvement in my rosacea in the first week. The diet basically involves me cut out sugar completely out of my diet and cut back dramatically on carbohydrates(alcohol is carbohydrate as well). According to Brady Sugar and Carbahydrates act as main triggers and exacerbates your rosacea. I can vouch for the diet and I strongly suggest you try it. The book itself is not expensive and will help you cope with this awful condition." by whizz-dude on Fri Aug 29, 2008 7:26 pm

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"...I have read a book by Brady Barrows (a fellow rosacean) who claims that rosacea can be control with a diet. His solution is a 4 week diet which should change your metabolism and greatly reduce facial redness and other symptoms of rosacea. If I am honest my first day into the diet I was very sceptical about it but It has been just over a month and I must say the diet works. I wake up each morning I look in the mirror and my face is not red at all. I take a shower and then I look in the mirror. One month ago my face would have been bright red. Now it is normal white. Ok maybe my cheeks are slightly pink but that is normal after a hot shower. I flush less often and overall my rosacea is almost gone. It is not a cure I know. The diet is very strict and not for everyone. I strongly recommend you buy the book(it is called Rosacea diet by Brady Barrows) but I could sum up the main premise of it. In a nutshell according to Brady sugar and carbohydrates is what trigger your rosacea. So if you are prepared to cut out sugar and dramatically cut back on carbohydrates then you are a good candidate for this diet. I strongly recommend it. Look it up. Buy the book." by whizz-dude on Fri Aug 29, 2008 6:53 pm

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"Hello,
I’m new to this board, and I just want to mention that Brady Barrows updated book “Rosacea 101″ which includes the rosacea diet is definitely worth the investment of $33.00 (or so). And while I haven’t finished it yet, I’ve learned so much. I recommend this to anyone with rosacea, especially people who are new to this disease (like me).
- Ann Alice A. on 01.22.09 at 10:10 PM - Scroll to Comment #1

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ROSACEA 101

Reviewed by Mistica

Rosacea 101 is an exhaustive compilation of Rosacea facts, studies, various treatments and suggestions as to how to control this nasty disease.
It is extremely difficult to find such in depth information about Rosacea on any website. Often, this debilitating disease is described in a trivial fashion, accompanied by ineffective treatment methods and outdated views by the medical community at large.
This can leave the newly diagnosed Rosacea sufferer feeling in a state of great despair.
It takes an enormous amount of time and energy to research and document up to date, informative information about Rosacea. The author truly deserves credit for his efforts to seek out and compile everything the sufferer needs to know, in order to help themselves.
This is a very important point, as believe me, the sufferer certainly will need to help him or herself. Finding a fully versed doctor is a very rare event, as sad and unbelievable as this may be.

Rosacea 101 lists a variety of treatment methods and provides links for further reading, allowing one to build on their knowledge data base.
Having been engaged in the Rosacea battle for many years, I feel I am very well informed, and didn’t think there was much else in the way of attack at this stage. I was wrong. Brady Barrows managed to introduce me to a couple of new ideas worth considering.
The book opens with a description of Rosacea, what it involves and current and controversial theories as to what causes it. For those who have little knowledge of the disease, this makes an interesting read.
I found myself disagreeing with a couple of things, such as the section on flushing. Does flushing constitute Rosacea? In the opinion of the author, it doesn’t but this is a tricky one. Often for Rosaceans, this is the primary symptom of their disease. However, this a minor quibble and doesn’t diminish my opinion of the book’s worth.

The book concludes with ‘The Rosacea Diet’. The basis of this are foods with a very low glycaemic index. Sugar fuels inflammation. One has to be truly dedicated to follow this and stick to it.
The link between Rosacea and this type of diet is rather controversial, but many Rosaceans known to me personally have gained some benefit. Some more than others. Excess sugar is detrimental to everyone, so reducing its intake can only serve to provide a supportive environment to a stressed body.
Unfortunately, while it has lessened some of my own symptoms, it is not enough to ease the severity of my own case. My Rosacea is severe though, so I am not the best comparison.
Milder cases have a much better chance of responding.

I would certainly recommend Rosacea 101 to all Rosaceans.
It would hearten me if medical professionals would include a copy in their repertoire as well.

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From: Mike Caparrelli
Subject: RE: Aloha
Date: December 17, 2008 7:48:25 AM HST
To: brady

Two weeks ago, I recieved a copy of Rosacea 101: Includes the Rosacea Diet. I was instantly impressed withe the comprehensive coverage of the disease, and captivated by the theory behind the diet. I started the diet two weeks ago, and here is thus far what I have discovered:

Week 1 - Rosacea flared up worst than it has ever been. I believe that my body may have been purging from the sugar and carbs (I ate more sugar and carbs than most people), and in the process of purging, everything that's stored comes to the surface. That's what I suppose.

Week 2 - My rosacea has improved 50% better than it has ever been since a couple of years ago.

From: Mike Caparrelli
Subject: RE: Aloha
Date: January 1, 2009 3:01:47 PM HST
To: brady

Aloha Brady,

Here is the remaining part of my review. I must thank you for your help which has proven to be highly effective.

Four weeks ago, I recieved a copy of the Roseaca 101, and immediatley implemented a few of its suggestions such as the Rosacea diet, certain vitamins and practical tips. A review of the third and fourth week of the plan are listed.

Week 3 - An 80% improvement of my skin. My face was still a little red, but almost no bumps. I must admit that I did cheat a bit on the diet, such as eating about 25 carbs more than I should have per day.

Week 4 -A 80-90% improvement of my skin. Less red, almost no bumps. Unbelievable results and a tremendous increase in my self-esteem in knowing that I have control over my flare-ups. Also, I noticed that when flushing occured (such as after working out in the gym or facing the cold wind), the flushing would only persist for a matter of a couple of hours and not evolve into a flare-up. I have also eaten many types of cheese and spicy salami (foods that I once presummed to be culprits), and there was no reaction.

I encouarge anyone to email me with questions. Im a firm believer in Brady's theory, as well as a devout Christian who prayed to God for a solution. And He answered my prayer.

Mike Caparrelli, Mcaparrelli@npchurch.com

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From: Kate
Subject: Review of rosacea 101
Date: October 11, 2008 10:13:26 PM HST
To: brady barrows

A diagnosis of rosacea can be both frightening and overwhelming. There is a vast amount of information on the internet, and whilst truly useful resources do exist, much of it is contradictory and superficial. With a condition with such potent psychological effects as well as physiological ones, there is a balance to be struck between the quest to become well informed and the danger of becoming obsessed.

For all of these reasons, Rosacea 101 is an excellent place to look for comprehensive advice and support. Unusually, rather than championing one approach or theory it manages to take into account all of the different schools of thought regarding origins and treatment of rosacea.

After my own diagnosis and initial search for information about this condition I had fallen firmly into the 'overly obsessed' camp. I would read each new website blurb with an increasing sense of horror and hopelessness and could not see beyond the 'worse case scenario' that the internet inevitably finds most interesting.

Rosacea 101 is not alarmist. It does not over state the problem, and for an anxious newbie the importance of this cannot be underestimated. What it does do is systematically and logically work through possible causes, treatment options and doctor's opinions regarding rosacea. It is extremely thorough in its approach and includes experimental treatment options as well as more well established ones, offering the opinions and experiences of both healthcare professionals and sufferers as a part of this.

In my personal circumstances I found the advice and clarifications offered regarding flushing particularly helpful. Again, after an initial diagnosis there is a tendency to consider any facial colour change as synonymous with rosacea, but Brady Barrows goes into some detail to clarify the common misconceptions surrounding flushing.

Finally, the booklet offers a rosacea friendly diet treatment option. Whilst I have not yet tried this myself, the instructions are clear and the diet itself is not too restrictive, so this may well be something I would consider in the future.

In fact, this is the chief benefit of rosacea 101. It gets to the root of those initial feelings of helplessness and provides the rosacea sufferer with a whole host of ideas and suggestions about ways to start dealing with the condition. Knowledge is, after all, power, and in this sense rosacea 101 very effectively empowers people.

Kate
(From Rosacea group forums)

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From: "Alicehaddow"
To: bradybarrows
Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 12:05:29 PM
Subject: Review cut and pasted into email

In the two decades during which I have suffered with rosacea, I have learned far more from my fellow rosaceans than from any medical professional. Brady Barrows' new book, Rosacea 101, underscores the significance of that fact. Mr. Barrows aptly emphasizes the need for a correct medical diagnosis, along with the importance of maintaining a good relationship with medical professionals who can assist the patient in managing rosacea. Nonetheless, this is a 373-page book that rosaceans who sincerely wish to control their condition will want to devour.

Rosacea 101 is well researched, providing information on every imaginable aspect of rosacea. Mr. Barrows provides not only background information on the disease, but he also provides specifics regarding a multitude of suggested treatments. He offers guidelines on large numbers of currently available rosacea products and provides fully detailed suggestions for a proper rosacea diet. These details constitute the tip of the iceberg, given that Rosacea 101 covers a plethora of topics related to the subject matter of rosacea.

Despite the complicated subject matter, the book remains extremely readable and an invaluable resource for any rosacean. The sheer thoroughness of the book remains unmatched in the world of laymen's publications on the topic and could prove priceless for rosaceans who no doubt depend on this kind of support to give them true power over their rosacea. Many thanks to Brady Barrows for his excellent work.

Mon Oct 22, 2007
Aloha Brady

I just finished your Rosacea 101 book and enjoyed it very much.

It is a very thorough compilation on everything about rosacea.
People who have rosacea should find it greatly helpful.
Open-minded healthcare professionals also would benefit from reading Rosacea 101.

I especially liked all your links pertaining to the topics you wrote about. I find personal anecdotes very illuminating.

Thanks so much for taking all the time and energy to do this project. It will be much appreciated by the rosacea community by both newcomers and oldtimers.

All the best,
Melissa
melissawohl
Forum Moderator
The Rosacea Forum
http://forum.rosaceagroup.org/

Rosacea 101 is a massive undertaking that compiles an extensive overview of proposed causes of rosacea as well as a wide array of approaches to managing or even curing rosacea. The book contains lots of references, including online references and polls, for continued learning, research, and dialogue. Rosacea 101 is well organized and cleanly formatted, so it's easy for patients to read and understand, while at the same time being a valuable resource for health professionals.

Author Brady Barrows prominently features his Rosacea Diet, with omnivore and vegetarian versions, and does a good job psyching people up to feel that they can actually give the diet a fair trial for a month, that it IS do-able, and they can pick up their old ways at the end of a month, if they are still so inclined. As an added bonus, many people will find they also lose weight on the Rosacea Diet.

I found the mention of cathelicidin to be most intriguing, as playing a role in rosacea and other diseases. I see cathelicidin not as a cause but more as another marker of inflammation, part of a larger process, and a reminder that in rosacea's visible inflammation we have an outward sign that the body has intelligence and is trying hard to do its job, possibly fighting one or more infections....

Carol Willis
(Read Carol's full review)

From: lakan
To: Brady Barrows
Posted: Wed Oct 31, 2007 6:08 pm
Subject: Very interesting book!

Hey there Brady. I have read many of the chapters in your new book now and i gotta say it's some very interesting stuff. I've learned some new things and developed a different view on some aspects of rosacea. I like your whole style of writing too, you go quite deep about certain things but still keep it understandable for the avarage layman-person, good work.

I discovered there were some words left out of some sentences but nothing major and also i think you have a quite negative view on Accutane which in my opinion isn't really fair against the Accutane. I do agree that it is indeed a very powerful and serious medication/treatment but i thought your take on Accutane was a bit too negative... Just my opinion.

Overall, I personally think you did a great work with the book and i really, really appreciate the free access you gave me!

Have a great day!

/lakan (member: The Rosacea Forum)

From: cashisclay
Subject: My review of the Rosacea 101 ebook
Date: December 22, 2007 1:59:30 PM HST
To: brady barrows

This was a fantastic read. I consider myself well versed on rosacea, but your ebook had many ideas that I never knew before. This is a book that everyone that suffers from rosacea should have and read. Many doctors just don't know much about rosacea and how to treat it, but I believe if they read this book it would focus some attention on how terrible rosacea is and what they can do to help. I plan on going on The Rosacea Diet next month and will try your recommended regimen.
Thanks Brady.

From: SandyEggo2
To: bradybarrows
Sent: Sunday, December 16, 2007 12:13:54 PM
Subject: Review of your book

Hi, Brady--

It was a privilege and so inspirational to read your new book. I was riveted. Not only do you "understand," you have done such fine study as to possible causes of and helps to ameliorate rosacea (and, specifically, ocular rosacea).
You seem to be a great blend of scientist and compassionate sufferer. You've learned and now share so much, yet you empower we readers and those of your web network to do our own trials (of diet and products, etc.---while considering each our own genetics and histories and current personal experience). Your encouragement to have others apply your findings (especially the low carb diet with supplements) and to report on what has worked well personally-----it's so very positive, progressive...and inspiring.

I feel like I am now more than a hapless victim/patient/confused consumer after reading your book. Your diet recommendations especially have made a drastic change in my skin, my eyes, my PERSONALITY, my weight (!)...my hope! I still "color outside the lines" at times...and then I'm back "into the red." With adjustments, I can be back on track quicker each time.

Sure, I can bemoan my having this condition and the deprivations in food and drink, but I'm believing this regimen also helps quality of life beyond the rosacea. Lessening inflammation in food and lifestyle seems to be a focus in many other afflictions--and also in optimizing life for everyone.
I applaud you, Brady. You offer amazing research and applications and hope in your book.
Gratefully,
Anne Eggertsen

From: jennfran
To: Brady Barrows
Posted: Mon Jan 07, 2008 2:50 am
Subject: Re: Rosacea 101 ebook

*I thank you so much* for sending me your book. I cannot believe the info in this book. I actually feel so much better, I feel like I can control this. I am acutally not that much worried about what is going to happen to my face as I was, I am still worried but you know what I mean. The info about the creams and cosmetics I really liked, but what I liked most was the diet. I am going to do this diet and I will give it my all, I need to shed a few pounds I put on anyway.. There is so much info that I decided I need and want to go buy the book. I saw that it was at Barnes and Noble so I am going on Tuesday to buy this.

I saw the video of you on YouTube, I cannot believe how wonderful your skin looks. If you dont mind can you tell me what subtype you are? I am also now wondering about mites, that was very interesting. I am also going to try one of the creams you recommend in your book, it is between two but not sure which one. I also wanted to ask you, if I do not have acne rosacea can I still try these creams?

Thank you soooo much for the boost and thank you sooo much for writing this book. God Bless You....Jenn

From: greg Carroll
To: Brady Barrows
Sent: Monday, November 26, 2007 10:54:03 AM
Subject: Re: book review

For those of us that have Rosacea , it's a very debilitating, frustrating and illusive disease to understand. Recently, I read Brady Barrows "Rosacea 101" book and found it to be very illuminating and comprehensive in both the description and
analysis of Rosacea.

Rosacea 101 ,is a very proactive book in the war against Rosacea, it's profound insights offer Rosaceans incredible information for understanding Rosacea, theories on what causes Rosacea, current information on treatments, cosmetic alternatives and natural approaches to controlling the disease.

The premise of the book follows Brady's first book "The Rosacea Diet" and also gives additional information on how diet affects the"Rosacea Engine".

Bradys Rosacea 101 takes the "Rosacea Diet" book further in it's approach to controlling Rosacea and describes in depth (analysis)how diet is such an important factor in the control of Rosacea.

His diet plan incorporates sample daily menu's and suggestions on what to stay away from eating. His chapters on "Fat vs Sugar", "Sugars to Avoid","Sugars and Rosacea" and "Rosacea Diet" are exceptionally good. The chapters lend themselves to just how a diet which is high in sugars and carbohydrates (high glycemic
index foods) impacts the Rosacea disease.

Rosacea 101, describes the effects lifestyle,diet and psychology can have on Rosacea. Chapters devoted to explaining Ocular Rosacea ,flushing and Rosacea Variants offer Rosaceans a clearer picture of what the disease encompasses.

I found the recommended resources given in the book tremendous.Books like "Sugar Busters" by Leighton Steward , Another book I discovered while doing reasearch that I found most helpful is called"Sugar Shock" by Connie Bennett.The
information in "Sugar Shock" is most helpful to those that are suffering from skin problems and other health problems.

Regardless of what approach you take to treat your Rosacea, reputable information in understanding Rosacea is paramount. No matter what theory you believe or which you figure causes Rosacea ,be it, a yeast overgrowth theory or dust mites, bacteria or some other,ultimately the control of Rosacea lies with understanding the disease and the effect diet has on it.

From years of my own personal research ,in my own humble opinion Rosacea is caused by a multiple of factors over a period of time.

1/ A persons emotional well being. ie :do you suffer anxiety? tension, nervousness, on-going emotional stress?
2/A persons long term exposure to environmental stimuli. ie: Radiation from the sun ( VEGF synthesis) , cold temperatures, heat exposure, chemicals, pollution, allergens and certain cosmetic ingrediants. ie :alcohols.
3/A persons genetic background. ie:celtic origin..does your family have a susceptibilty to Rosacea?
4/A person who has a high glycemic indexed food diet. ie: eating high sugars and carbohydrate foods over a prolonged period of time.(sugar /carbohydrate metabolism) (a high sugar diet has a supressive effect on the immune
system as well as does radiation from the sun.)

Secondary factors involved with Rosacea may be a bacterial component, ie: a dust mite bacteria, microbes, heliobacter pylori or even some undiscovered bacteria.

Current information out of the University of San Diego from research done by a team headed by Dr. Richard Gallo discovered overproduction of a protein peptide that the immune system uses to fight off microbes called "cathelicidins" causes inflamation in the skin matrix. Rosaceans have an incredibly high number
of these protein peptides in their skin.

What causes this high number of protein peptides ? bacteria? microbes? or other ?

What we do know is that a diet in high glycemic indexed foods is a very "hot topic " these days and has an impact on a number of skin diseases ,diabetes , heart disease , and related medical conditions.

Recently , an article from " Alive Magazine" postulates that a high glycemic diet has a huge effect on acne. A diet link was established by reaserch done (December 2002 ,Archives of Dermatology ) that predicates that high glycemic foods can cause a spike in a persons blood sugar ,causing a cascade of changes in hormonal balance ,resulting in increased sebum production and in turn acne.

I personally cannot say for sure what causes acne/Rosacea but I can say that over the years I have tried many many different treatments with antibiotics,laser treatments , natural supplements and chinese medicine. I have found that Brady's "Rosacea 101 " offered a simple method to controlling Rosacea . I advocate to any Rosacean to read his book and discover for yourself the impact a "Rosacea Diet" can have to control your Rosacea.

From: PAULA PETERSON
To: Brady Barrows
Sent: Monday, January 21, 2008
Subject: Re: Rosacea 101 review

I have finally finished your Rosacea 101 book. I found many helpful items pertaining to rosacea noted throughout the chapters. Your personal case experience with rosacea was informational. Additionally, it would have been nice to have passages pertaining to other sufferers of rosacea and their outcomes pertaining to the different treatment options and dietary changes.

The products you used were a bit off of the beaten track, but you did outline other websites utilizing other more conventional products--which again was helpful.

All in all, I think you did a remarkable job and it will be a good reference point along with other articles and books for those of us suffering with rosacea.

Thank you for allowing me to read it.

Paula Peterson
Charlottesville, VA

April 13, 2008

Brady,

Armed with all the information in this book I'll be able to ask much more intelligent questions of my dermatologist. If only I had been able to read this book before visiting my first dermatologist, feel I could have avoided the pitfalls of steroid induced rosacea.

Overall I enjoyed the book and the relaxed style it was written It's covers a broad area and serves as a fine introduction and your average laymen will have no trouble understanding it. I had no idea there were so many different forms of the disease, though feel it could use more pictures (color?) of various forms.

I really want to start on one of the diets soon and like how you give highly detailed examples.

For me, it seems like way too many quotes from other authors are used instead of your own opinions or maybe if could expand on what you think of their opinions. I wouldn't bother quoting from forum group members with their wacky names - feel it sort of devalues any real facts throughout the book

As far as all the products mentioned I think you must have just about every product ever invented listed inside and how they affect people. But...have you ever seen a movie and said to yourself It was good - except for the 'blatant product placement ads' With most of them referring to the rosaceans.com website, makes me feel like I've just been reading their catalog.....Well that's my review, Brady
(It's my first ever - not including my scathing review of "In Cold Blood" in 6th grade :) Hope you don't get too upset,
-Albert

From: Andy Williams
Subject: Rosacea 101program
Date: October 7, 2008 10:04:22 AM HST
To: brady

Brady

Thank you for the pdf book "Rosacea 101.

I printed the entire book out right away. Read the diet program immediately, so I could get started within two hours. I will email you at the end of the 30 days, telling you my results.

Having a rosacea condition for over 10 years, I thought I've read everything and know all there is to know about rosacea. Well, after reading your book, I know why I never got the results I was seeking. Drugs, creams and slight diet changes will never get it fully under control. Plus, for the first time you explained why, how, and step- by- step detail what it takes to really get results.

Brady, I feel a deep sadness for those who suffer from rosacea,and never get the right information. Worse yet, those suffers who refuse to pay the really insignificent dollars to buy your book. Because, with your help they could end their skin problems for good.

Thank God for you Brady.
Andy Williams

From: C. Thomas
Subject: Re: Rosacea 101 review
Date: May 7, 2009 6:23:42 AM HST
To: brady barrows

I read Mr. Barrows "Rosacea 101" as part of my continual research to find a way to control my rosacea without medication. I've had rosacea since around the
time I turned 30, but over the last year (I'm now 39) I've had worsening rosacea
symptoms: chronically red cheeks with inflamed pustules, and ocular rosacea.
Prescribed oral and topical medications have only exacerbated my symptoms.
Eliminating alcohol, hot showers, most sun exposure, and spicy foods has helped
some, as has taking 1 Tablespoon of flax seed oil per day.

Based on the anecdotal experience of other rosaceans, 1 month ago I went
gluten-free and dairy-free. To my disappointment, however, even after 3 weeks
on this diet, I was still waking up in the morning with new pustules on my
cheeks. At this point I came across mention of "Rosacea 101" and "The Rosacea
Diet" by Brady Barrows. I skimmed "Rosacea 101" in a single evening. 1 week
ago I went sugar-free and low carbohydrate (an easy step from gluten-free) per
his recommendations. 2 days later I noticed fewer and much less inflamed
pustules on my cheeks, and minimal facial redness except for a couple of small
patches of telangiectasia. For the first time in almost a year, the face
looking back at me in the mirror is relatively clear, smooth, and white.

Based on my personal experience, I believe that Mr. Barrows has published the
key to dietary control of rosacea by recommending complete elimination of sugar
(including alcohol) and a low carbohydrate diet. Although I have not attempted
to restrict my carbohydrates to less than 30 grams per day as recommended for a 30-day Rosacea Diet, I have found that by completely eliminating sugar and
sticking to around 150 grams of carbohydrates per day, my rosacea is greatly
improved. I hope and anticipate further improvement as I stick with this diet
over time, knowing that further restriction of carbohydrates is still an option.
In addition to the Rosacea Diet itself, I also appreciate the summarization of
rosacea-related information in "Rosacea 101". Although it does not read like a
typical book, it is beneficial to have so much information pulled together in
one place, making this a great reference for all-things-rosacea.

by C. Thomas

From: simicmil
Subject: Review
Date: March 15, 2009 2:27:37 PM HST
To: brady barrows

I think your book is the best thing I read about rosacea. It contains
everything you need to now about this dissorder, and I'm really thankfull to
you that you sent it to me.