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  • If you didn’t know, markers for candida in stool tests aren’t very trustworthy. This is a challenge when you’ve invested money to figure out what’s going on in your gut that is also impacting your skin.

    Candida overgrowth is tricky to pinpoint if you don’t take several factors into account (and often they aren’t things you can test for).

    Sometimes signs of candida overgrowth are fairly obvious, like getting thrush, a vaginal yeast infection, or candida diaper rash in children. Other times, the symptoms are subtle and could be attributed to other problems if you aren’t looking at the full case.

    Because the inflammation triggered by candida overgrowth in your gut can absolutely show up as inflamed skin and rashes.

    My guest, Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS, is a clinical nutritionist who helps babies and children with chronic rashes navigate the journey to healthy skin so they can enjoy a childhood free from disruptive skin symptoms. As one of the most trusted pediatric skin-focused nutritionists, Jen is passionate to help families get to the root causes of the problem through her unique method called Conquer Your Child’s Rashesᵀᴹ .

    We’re chatting today about what we tend to see in baby, childhood, and adult skin problems when we see or are looking for candida and other fungal overgrowth concerns.

    So let’s dive in!

    In This Episode:

    Is candida overgrowth a frequent root cause in skin rash cases?Is it worth it to try a candida cleanse?Pros + cons: Best tests for candidaAre THESE skin issues signs of candida overgrowth?Diet + candida overgrowth (honest thoughts)Upcoming trainings to join

    Quotes

    “I have had multitudes of the thousands of people that are in my Instagram community, on my email list, here on YouTube, how many people have said, ‘I did a candida cleanse and I think I broke myself because my skin flared up so badly. I deeply regret having done this’.” — Jennifer Fugo

    “When you have an overgrowth of something like candida or something else fungal, you're not going to be able to fix it with diet and prebiotics. I have not had a case where we've been able to do that. It requires some sort of natural anti-microbial antifungal.” — Jennifer Brand

    Links

    Find Jennifer Brand online | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

    GOT RASHY KIDS? Register for Jennifer Brand’s free training – http://ConquerYourChildsRashes.com

    FOR SKIN RASH WARRIOR ADULTS! Save your seat for Jennifer Fugo’s free training (7 Skin Rash Mistakes) – http://www.RebuildHealthySkin.com

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 213: Stool Testing Do’s + Don’t’s For Skin Rashes

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 178: Using Probiotics For Eczema in Little Ones w/ Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 311: What Causes Candida Overgrowth (and

    Are you ready to stop your skin rashes? Join me on Wednesday, Sept. 4th at 7pm ET / 4pm PT for my free masterclass on the SEVEN biggest mistakes keeping you frustrated, overwhelmed + itchy.

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    Even if you can't make it live, register anyway so you can get the replay.

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  • What are the causes of eczema? Can you get eczema genes? Is psoriasis genetic? These are common questions especially since many doctors still blame skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis on genetics.

    Many people have been told “Oh, you just got bad genes!”

    So is it true that the genes are the reason explaining WHY you got the skin condition that you have? Or does this attitude overlook and ignore other possible triggers.

    With the ability to sequence the genetic code (and even get your own DNA report), genes have essentially become the convenient excuse according to my guest today. And that leaning on them as THE reason you have skin problems (and other health concerns) is something of a flawed approach.

    In reality, there are a multitude of reasons or triggers that can cause skin problems that include the environment, your microbiome, chemical exposures, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and even what fabrics you wear. But if we ONLY point to genes, it becomes really easy to see how these important factors are overlooked.

    So if you’ve been told that eczema is genetic or what causes psoriasis on the skin is because of your genes, this conversation will blow your mind. My returning guest Dr. Ian Myles is head of the Epithelial Therapeutics Unit at the National Institute of Health tasked with evaluating the efficacy and safety of a topical, live bacterial treatment for eczema.

    He did his undergrad at Colorado State University, received his medical degree from the University of Colorado, then trained in internal medicine at The Ohio State University prior to beginning fellowship training in allergy and clinical immunology at NIH. He became a commissioned officer in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and has supported several US and international missions. Also, Dr. Myles received his master’s in public health from George Washington University.

    And he’s the author of a fantastic book called Gattaca Has Fallen: How Population Genetics Failed the Populace now available that seeks to answer the question about how genetics research has led care for chronic health conditions (like skin problems) very astray.

    In This Episode:

    True or false: Is eczema is genetic?How genetic research has changed the way medicine views chronic health conditionsThe dark history behind using genes to guide treatmentIs there an eczema gene (or even a dyshidrotic eczema gene) or is psoriasis genetic?How does your environment (and chemical exposures) influence your genetic code?Can different fabrics INCREASE Staph aureus on the skin?New research on topical eczema treatments using the skin microbiome

    Quotes

    “It is an easy excuse and it comes from a dark history, but comes from a long time ago where it was just an assumption as to, why would one person get a disease and one person not? And particularly within siblings, right, why would one of your children have eczema and the other one never suffer a second of the disease? And it was just this assumption that there's got to be something innately wrong with the individual.”

    “…With the advent of the microbiome and a new appreciation of that, now it's finally expanding out to skin organisms, gut organisms, all these other things, which, it's become very clear, there is no you without those organisms. So a mouse that is raised without any microbiome, there is not one single organ system that functions correctly…Not an immune system, the brain, the gut, the heart, the liver. Not one single immune system functions properly in a germ-free, what the term would be, ger

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  • If you’ve ever been told to “just stop googling” when you’ve met with a doctor to get help for a skin flare-up, this episode is for you.

    I’ll bet you’ve had unfortunate experiences in the conventional medical system that’s left you feeling dismissed, gaslight, ignored, and even abandoned when you’ve reached out for help.

    That’s NOT okay.

    Especially because you’re trying your best to do right by your health because you want to get better.

    You are definitely not alone – which is why I’m sharing responses from other skin rash warriors who’ve gone through the same thing.

    Let’s dive into the most common response triggered by these types of encounters with providers, and how it eats away at your hope, trust, and motivation.

    Plus, the best way you can reignite the spark of hope for your skin healing journey!

    In This Episode:

    The pivotal moment that makes MOST people give up hope for healingSetbacks + flare-ups in your skinHeartbreaking responses shared by skin rash warriorsWhat TYPE of skin rash warrior are you?The #1 best mindset shift that is the spark for HOPE


    Links

    INVITATION >> Save Your Seat For My Upcoming Webinar on Common Mistakes People Make On Their Skin Healing Journey (PLUS I’m going to share more on how to find + work on YOUR hidden skin rash root causes).

  • Are you ready to stop your skin rashes? Join me on Wednesday, September 4th at 7pm ET / 4pm PT for my free training on the SEVEN biggest mistakes people make when trying to fix their chronic skin rashes. Register at www.RebuildHealthySkin.com to join me live (or to get the replay that will be available for a limited time)!

  • Ever heard of a tick meat allergy (also known more formally as alpha-gal syndrome)? This is caused by the bite of a very specific type of tick which then triggers an allergy to mammalian meat (that comes from cows, pigs, sheep, etc.).

    Alpha-gal syndrome is different to other food allergies. Take peanut allergies, for example. Symptoms like hives and wheezing typically show up very quickly after consuming peanuts or peanut-containing foods.

    If you have an alpha-gal allergy, it usually takes a few hours between meat consumption and the onset of symptoms. This can make it very tricky to diagnose.

    Because an alpha meat allergy is not just to one type of animal, it causes a significant diet change AND is tricky when it comes to picking supplements (as this type of allergy isn’t on the top 9 allergen list).

    Joining me to shed some light on alpha gal mammalian meat allergy is Dr. David Fitzhugh, an allergist/immunologist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

    He specializes in food immunotherapy for children and adults with severe food allergies but treats a wide variety of allergic and immunologic conditions, including allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, mast cell disorders, and anaphylaxis.

    In This Episode:

    What is alpha-gal syndrome and what triggers it?Tick meat allergy originsWho is at risk for alpha-gal allergy?How is alpha-gal syndrome diagnosed?Alpha-gal allergy symptomsWhat is pork-cat syndrome?Timeline from tick bite to triggering alpha-gal allergy symptomsAlpha-gal syndrome and dairy: Is it problem?Medications to avoid if you have alpha-gal syndromeIs there treatment available for alpha meat allergy?


    Quotes

    “You have to live where the tick is prevalent, number one. And number two, you know the typical person that we might see with alpha-gal tends to be someone who spends a lot of time outdoors because those are people that are getting tick bites…And again I'll reinforce, of course, not everybody who gets bit by Lone Star Tick develops alpha-gal.”

    “Patients, in my experience, they have this sort of palmar-plantar itching, right? They complain of itching on the palms of their hands, soles of their feet, and then sometimes hives erupt, and then sometimes mild GI symptoms. My stomach was a little upset. I felt a little queasy, but sometimes overt, significant diarrhea and vomiting.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Fitzhugh online

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 339: How Sensitive Are You?: Best Test For Food Allergy (IgE) Sensitivity w/ Dr. David Fitzhugh

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 056: Hidden Lyme Disease And Your Skin w/ Dr. Darin Ingels

    High-risk groups for alpha-gal sensitization

    Successful Treatment for Alpha Gal Mammal Product Allergy Using Auricular Acupuncture: A Case Series

    A Guide for People with Alpha-gal Syndrome

    CDC – Products That May Contain Alpha-gal

    Health Care Provider Knowledge Regarding Alpha-gal Syndrome





  • Are you struggling with a super itchy skin rash that looks like eczema? If gluten seems to be a trigger – you might be dealing with dermatitis herpetiformis!

    Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a rare skin rash that starts off as incredibly itchy, small blisters that eventually start to become open sores due to constant scratching.

    This rash is generally considered to be MORE ITCHY than eczema, and is commonly found in the creases of elbows, knees, and buttocks.

    What causes DH, you might ask? The answer is surprising: Gluten. Yes, dermatitis herpetiformis is a gluten rash – the skin manifestation of celiac disease. In fact, eliminating gluten from your diet and skincare is necessary to find relief.

    Joining me to talk about the link between gluten, dermatitis herpetiformis, and celiac disease is fan-favorite guest Dr. Peter Lio, who is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology & Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

    He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed his internship in Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital, and his Dermatology training at Harvard where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. While at Harvard, Dr. Lio received formal training in acupuncture. Dr. Lio has written a textbook on Integrative Dermatology and has published over 100 papers.

    In This Episode:

    What is dermatitis herpetiformis (DH)?Dermatitis herpetiformis symptomsHow is this gluten rash diagnosed?Other clues that you may have dermatitis herpetiformis (e.g. altered oral health)Autoimmune conditions linked to this celiac rashCan removing gluten from your diet improve dermatitis herpetiformis symptoms?Dermatitis herpetiformis treatment optionsNutrient deficiencies associated with celiac diseaseShould you use gluten-free skincare if you have DH?

    Quotes

    “Dermatitis herpetiformis, or DH, is really an inflammatory autoimmune disease that actually results in tiny blisters, although when most patients see it, they tend to look more eczematous…It's incredibly itchy.”

    “[The itch] can be absolutely crazy. They can be going nuts where they're scratching. And again, it's these funny areas, elbows, knees, buttocks, and they're so uncomfortable. They can't really seem to get to the itch. I find it's even more intense and deeper in general than atopic dermatitis.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Lio online | Twitter | Facebook

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 216: Could Your Rash Be A Sign Of Lymphoma? w/ Dr. Peter Lio

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 246: Everything You Need To Know About Skin Tests (Done By Your Dermatologist) w/ Dr. Peter Lio

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 275: Why You're So Itchy (HINT: It's Probably Not Histamine) w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatra

    Dermatitis Herpetiformis (NIDDK)

    Dermatitis Herpetiformis (NIH)

    Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Novel Perspectives

  • Let’s talk about hemp seed oil for skin benefits! This powerful, nutrient-rich seed oil is loaded with skin-friendly vitamins and fatty acids that are fantastic for your skin — especially when it’s dry and itchy. But there’s also some confusion around hemp seed oil.

    Even though it’s from a plant that’s been cultivated for thousands of years for medicinal purposes, people still tend to associate it with CBD or even cannabis, which are definitely not the same thing as hemp seed oil.

    We’re going to take a look at what the differences are between hemp seed oil and its other, more psychoactive cousins. And we’re also going to talk about how to use hemp oil for skin rashes. Because it’s phenomenal for cooling down inflammation quickly and supporting your skin in a variety of ways.

    Real talk: healing from a skin rash, especially one you’ve had for some time, isn’t an overnight process. You’ve got to figure out where the imbalance is, and then address what’s driving this problem. And unfortunately, it’s usually a combination of a few things that have to be worked out. That’s why everything you’ve tried up until this point hasn’t worked. You need a more comprehensive look at the factors that drive skin rashes.

    When I work with my private clients, I first walk them through the process I’m sharing with you for free here: The Skin Rash Root Cause Finder. It’s a workbook that will help you narrow down the underlying causes of your rash so you can get to work stopping it! Download it here and let’s figure this out, together!

    In This Episode:

    Hemp oil vs CBD vs cannabisWhat are endocannabinoids and how do they compare to cannabinoids?Hemp oil for skin eczema, psoriasis, and other rashesThe benefits of hemp seed oil for skinWhat to watch out for in topical CBD oilsQuell products that feature hemp seed oil


    Quotes

    “But, hemp is not psychoactive and doesn’t contain Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is the psychoactive part of a marijuana plant that makes you “high.”

    “It’s got a lovely balance of both Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, and it also contains non-psychoactive cannabinoids so you get the benefits of likely interaction with the endocannabinoid receptors in the skin, without the psychoactive nonsense.”

    Links

    DermaQuell Nourish Butter – https://www.quellshop.com/products/nourish-butter

    ALSO – we offer all three full 2oz jars in the Ultimate Quell kit – https://www.quellshop.com/products/ultimate-quell-kit

    OR try the Quell skincare sample pack that includes all three creams for $12.95 (free shipping) – https://www.quellshop.com/products/dermaquell-skincare-sample-kit (especially great for those who are nervous to purchase a full product without trying it first. Each sample is a sealed 0.26oz sachet packet and includes a $12.95 store credit to use on anything in the shop.)

    For helpful info on other star ingredients in the DermaQuell line, check out…

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 346: How to Use Zinc for Eczema + Other Itchy, Painful Rashes

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 335: Why I Love THESE Black Cumin Seed Oil Skin Benefits

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 340: Moringa Oil Benefits for Skin: How to Use This For Eczema + Psorias

  • Childhood eczema treatment options can get confusing fast, especially if you don’t know what’s driving your child’s itchy skin rash in the first place.

    If your child is scratching constantly, it’s easy to blame histamine (and think it’s a histamine intolerance issue). Or if they have scaly eczema skin, it’s easy to blame food and start to cut more and more out.

    Couple all this with the stress of watching your child suffer, and childhood rashes can be devastating for the whole family while trying to figure out the best childhood eczema treatment plan.

    That’s why I thought it was time to discuss specific itch triggers that hit children with itchy skin and atopic eczema symptoms especially hard. While the conversation focuses on children and babies, it’s definitely still worth tuning in if you’re an itchy adult since many of these hidden triggers could still apply.

    Joining me to demystify itchy skin and talk about childhood eczema treatment options is return guest and my good friend Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS. Jennifer is a clinical nutritionist who helps children with chronic rashes navigate the journey to healthy skin and enjoy a childhood free from disruptive skin symptoms.

    As the top pediatric skin referral resource among trusted nutrition experts, Jennifer's passion for helping children with chronic rashes stems from her own health challenges that left her feeling different, judged, helpless, and alone as a child, and her family members' struggles with eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo.

    She has helped hundreds of families get to the root causes of the problem through her signature and proprietary step-by-step method called Conquer Your Child’s Rashesᵀᴹ . Her work has been widely recognized on a variety of podcasts, and she is a member of the American Nutrition Association, and LearnSkin (where she served as faculty).

    In This Episode:

    How itchy skin affects children and parents/caregiversDoes severity of eczema skin impact the severity of itchy skin?Why itchy skin ISN’T necessarily a sign of histamine intoleranceStruggles that parents go through supporting children with atopic eczema symptomsList of itchy skin triggersThoughts on skincare products for kids in need of itchy eczema reliefNutrient deficiencies that trigger itchy skinChildhood eczema treatment options and simple tips to stop itch


    Quotes

    “The skin pH is actually a little bit acidic, and that acidity helps maintain the skin's natural oils and protects it from harmful bacteria…If your skin pH becomes more alkaline, that's going to disrupt the natural flora on the skin, and that means that that normal healthy bacteria or the skin microbiome isn't going to grow as well. The skin barrier is going to start to break down.”

    “When we're talking about eczema, the inflammation, the dryness, and the other damage on the skin that comes along with eczema triggers nerves in the skin that send itch signals to the brain that result in the need or the desire to scratch. So then it becomes such a vicious cycle because excessive scratching can cause more inflammation, a stronger urge to scratch. And so it's really that inflammation on the skin that is triggering the itch. And this has nothing to do with histamine.”

    Links

    Find Jennifer Brand online | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

    FREE guide: Ditch the Itch

    Cure Your Child’s Rashesᵀᴹ Online Course

  • Ever wonder what insights could be gained from small intestine bacterial overgrowth testing when you’ve got IBS gut symptoms?

    Last week, Dr. Ken Brown and I discussed various reasons why Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a problematic diagnosis that has become a “catch-all” for any digestive symptoms. We also spoke about how SIBO inflammation can spread to other body systems including skin rashes like rosacea.

    In today’s episode, we will dive into the reason why small bacterial overgrowth testing should be run by gastroenterologists. AND how it can lead to clarity on the type of SIBO you’re struggling with (and may explain your constipation or diarrhea). Plus, SIBO constipation can lead to unwanted side effects that, unfortunately, worsen long-term constipation!

    And if you are struggling with SIBO symptoms and want to know how to get better, we’ll also dive into conventional and natural SIBO treatment options.

    My friend and SIBO expert Dr. Ken Brown is back for Part 2 of this interview! He’s a board-certified gastroenterologist and has been in practice for over 15 years with a clinical focus on inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Known as the host of the podcast “Gut Check Project”, Dr. Brown’s mission is to bridge the gap between medical & natural science, leading to attainable improvements in quality of life for all.

    For over a decade, he conducted clinical research for various pharma companies but is now focused on natural solution product development for KBMD Health and KBS Research. Dr. Brown has a clinical and research practice based in Plano, Texas. And he is the creator of ATRANTIL, this FIRST proven solution for IBS and bloating, now available in over 20 countries.

    In This Episode:

    Methane versus hydrogen gas production (and associated SIBO symptoms)Can laxatives improve SIBO constipation?Can you become addicted to laxatives?Conventional and natural SIBO treatment optionsBenefits of polyphenols in a SIBO dietHow Atrantil could help your SIBO symptoms (as an alternative SIBO treatment option)


    Quotes

    “If somebody comes in and they sound like SIBO, and they eat a meal, and they bloat, that tells me that there's SIBO going on in the small bowel.”

    “If we were to look at what makes vegetables and fruits healthy for you, we know that they have insoluble fiber, they do have some vitamins, but the primary reason is these polyphenols, the things that make the fruits and vegetables colorful.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Ken Brown Podcast | Instagram | Tiktok

    GET ATRANTIL HERE!!

    TRY DR. BROWN’S SIBO SUPPORT KIT

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 332: SIBO Symptoms Trigger Rosacea, Psoriasis + Eczema w/ Dr. Allison Siebecker

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 019: SIBO-Rosacea Connection w/ Dr. Leonard Weinstock

    Efficacy and Safety of Over-the-Counter Therapies for Chronic Constipation: An Updated Systematic Review

    Efficacy of a Quebracho, Conker Tree, and M. balsamea Willd Blended Extract in a Randomized Study in Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation

  • This is a 2-part interview coming next week so stay tuned!

    Did you know that many people diagnosed with IBS actually have SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth)?

    SIBO is unfortunately a rather under-diagnosed condition impacting your gut that often leads people to struggle for very long periods (sometimes several years!) without a clear answer of what’s going on beyond just being told “you have IBS.”

    To be clear, digestive issues like bloating and diarrhea are not normal and can make you miserable. And being told that irritable bowel syndrome explains everything away isn’t really all that helpful especially if you experience severe bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and/or gas – all of which can wreck your life and create food fear (as you try to avoid whatever triggers an issue).

    While small intestine bacterial overgrowth is slowly but surely becoming more accepted amongst doctors, we’re still learning more about the different triggers of SIBO symptoms and how it can impact other body systems like your skin (especially for those dealing with rosacea).

    My friend and SIBO expert Dr. Ken Brown joins me today! He’s a board-certified gastroenterologist and has been in practice for over 15 years with a clinical focus on inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Known as the host of the podcast “Gut Check Project”, Dr. Brown’s mission is to bridge the gap between medical & natural science, leading to attainable improvements in quality of life for all.

    For over a decade, he conducted clinical research for various pharma companies but is now focused on natural solution product development for KBMD Health and KBS Research. Dr. Brown has a clinical and research practice based in Plano, Texas. And he is the creator of ATRANTIL, this FIRST proven solution for IBS and bloating, now available in over 20 countries.

    In This Episode:

    Why IBS is a total junk diagnosis (and what you more likely have)Fascinating research on small intestine bacterial overgrowthHow overgrowth of SIBO bacteria is an inflammation triggerUnpacking methane production in SIBOHow food poisoning triggers gut (and skin) SIBO symptomsAntibodies that worsen gut + skin SIBO symptoms


    Quotes

    “People are walking around with this benign diagnosis called irritable bowel syndrome. And when people come to me, they're like, well, I'm told I have IBS. I'm like, IBS, in my mind, should be viewed as the warning sign. And the most common symptom is bloating. So what I tell my patients is the bloating you're experiencing, although you think it's normal, because it's been normalized either by you accepting it or a doctor saying, it's perfectly fine, you have to live with it, that's the warning sign that you have gut inflammation.”

    “The skin is the outward manifestation. The skin is another warning sign, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis. All of these things can actually start in the gut, and the skin is trying to say, hey, it's not right, something is wrong. And I do see a lot of people with skin issues. And I have treated a lot of people that have seen dermatologists, and we fix their gut and it gets better.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Ken Brown Podcast | Instagram | Tiktok

    GET ATRANTIL HERE!!

    TRY DR. BROWN’S SIBO SUPPORT KIT

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 332: SIBO Symptoms Trigger Rosacea, Psoriasis + Eczema w/ Dr. Allison Siebecker

    Healthy Skin Sho

  • Adult hormonal acne can start to affect every facet of your life. It can cause self-esteem issues, stress, and anxiety. Especially if you have tried the usual conventional treatments (like birth control pills and antibiotics) and alternative options (like an acne diet) — and still, your acne persists (or gets worse over time).

    That’s why digging deeper is so important. Acne (and even hormonal acne) is usually a sign of a bigger problem lurking under the surface pointing towards issues like gut microbiome imbalances, thyroid disease, sex hormone issues, poor sleep, and blood sugar imbalances.

    Though diet can play a role, acne diet approaches aren’t a quick fix, nor are they always successful. While many recommend eliminating dairy consumption, there’s a growing number of nutrition professionals pushing back against this.

    So if you think that figuring out what’s going on with your acne is confusing, you’re not alone! I hope to help give you clarity on this with today’s guest who answers common questions relating to adult hormonal acne.

    Lienna May, MS CNS LDN is a Clinical Nutrition Specialist and licensed clinical dietician/nutritionist who specializes in gut health, acne, and blood sugar imbalances. She received her Master’s Degree in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and was certified by Yale University in “The Science of Well-Being.”

    By viewing health symptoms as parts of a puzzle, Lienna loves connecting the dots for her clients to help them achieve optimal health through sustainable changes.

    In This Episode:

    Why can blood sugar imbalances trigger acne?How do sex hormones drive adult hormonal acne?Does high LDL (aka “bad” cholesterol) affect acne?How poor sleep can be a hidden acne triggerAdult acne diet (Is dairy bad for acne)?Why a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) could be helpful for acneWho should NOT use a CGM?Simple tweaks to help achieve an optimal blood sugar level

    Links

    Find Lienna online | Instagram

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 330: Everything You Need To Know About Dairy Allergy (In Food + Skincare Products) w/ Dr. Stacy Silvers

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 296: Dairy vs Non-Dairy Milk: Which Is Better For You, Your Skin + The Planet? (PART 3)

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 220: The Gut Microbiome Of Acne [NEW RESEARCH] w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg

  • Have you tried using topical zinc for eczema, psoriasis, or other rashes yet? Because spoiler: when you use the correct form of zinc topically, it can be a game changer for your skin rash. Why? So many skin rash warriors are deficient in this crucial mineral. And taking zinc orally just doesn’t always cut it for most people, unfortunately.

    So if you haven’t yet explored the skin rash-zinc connection, let’s take a look at why topical zinc can be so helpful, things you need to watch out for when using it, and what to look for in a topical zinc formula — because not all zinc is created the same.

    Before we dive in: Are you tired of chasing skin rash remedies that seem to work for everyone else but you? Do you find something that seems to help…only to have your fleeting victory erased by a massive flare? This happens because everyone’s root cause of their rash is different — and most people have several root causes going on at once. So when you get one fire under control, another pops up. It’s exhausting.

    Here’s the exact process I take my private clients through to help them heal: my FREE Skin Rash Root Cause Finder. A quick and easy-to-use workbook that will help you narrow down the underlying causes of your rash so you can get to work stopping it! Download it here and let’s figure this out, together!

    In This Episode:

    What are the topical zinc benefits for skin rashes?If you have a skin rash, does that mean you have a zinc deficiency?Is zinc good for eczema?Should you use nano or non-nano zinc oxide?Drawbacks of topical zinc and why you might not want to use itReal zinc and eczema results

    Quotes

    “There was also a statistically significant decrease in the occurrence of Staphylococcus aureus in the wounds of study participants, suggesting zinc could have anti-microbial properties.”

    “Generally, we often see a relationship between lower levels of zinc in the body and eczema (and other skin complications like hidradenitis suppurativa, acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, vitiligo, and melasma)”

    Links

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 169: Why Is Zinc So Important For Your Skin?

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 172: Why Use Zinc Cream For Skin Rashes

    DermaQuell Z+ Rebuilder – https://www.quellshop.com/products/z-rebuilder

    ALSO – we offer all three full 2oz jars in the Ultimate Quell kit – https://www.quellshop.com/products/ultimate-quell-kit

    Use coupon code QUELL10 to get $10 off your first order

    OR try the Quell skincare sample pack that includes Z+ Rebuilder along with Daily Butter and Nourish Butter creams for only $12.95 (free shipping) - https://www.quellshop.com/products/dermaquell-skincare-sample-kit (especially great for those who are nervous to purchase a full product without trying it first. Each sample is a sealed 0.26oz sachet packet and includes a $12.95 store credit to use on anything in the shop).

  • Night sweats, brain fog, fatigue, joint pain, irregular cycles…these are all symptoms of perimenopause.

    As you probably know by now, perimenopause is the hormonal transition period leading to menopause. Typically, this starts in a woman’s late 30s, continues through your 40s, and even into your early 50s – basically until you hit menopause. If you’re in this transition and noticing some extremely frustrating perimenopause symptoms, you’re not alone!

    Unlike different periods of a woman’s hormonal journey, most women feel clueless about perimenopause and what changes to expect, especially around hormone replacement therapy.

    I’m hoping that today’s episode will give you clarity about what’s going on during perimenopause, so you don’t feel so out of sorts AND share with you new options to help you get perimenopause symptom release.

    Joining me to talk about all things perimenopause (plus discussing whether hormone replacement therapy is safe) is Dr. Carrie Jones.

    Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry.

    Dubbed the “Queen of Hormones,” Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who did her 2-year residency focused on women's health and endocrinology. She went on to get her Master of Public Health and was one of the first to become board certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology. She was the first Medical Director for Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test) and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health.

    She co-hosts the highly popular show, the Root Cause Medicine Podcast, which has over 7 million downloads. She is the Clinical Expert for the Lifestyle Matrix Resource Center, was on Under Armour’s Human Performance Council, works with the new League One Volleyball (LOVB) organization, and is an advisor to Metapause. Currently, she is the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations and Head of Medical Education at Metabolic Mentor University.

    In This Episode:

    Surprising symptoms of perimenopauseWhen do perimenopause symptoms stop?How perimenopause majorly impacts your brainWeird symptoms of perimenopause (no one talks about)Which hormones are affected by the symptoms of perimenopause?Liver detox and perimenopause symptomsBig reason for perimenopause sleep problemsIs female hormone replacement therapy safe for perimenopause treatment?Perimenopause test optionsSimple lifestyle changes to make the perimenopause transition easier

    Quotes

    “By understanding that this whole brain shift is part of our transition, it helps us really understand it's not just about losing our period or irregular periods or the ovaries or reproduction. In fact, it's way more global than that. It affects all of our systems, but the brain is the big one that gets affected first.”

    “If you are in your 40s and you're starting to notice some of these symptoms, cycle changes, it's shorter, it's longer, you're noticing hot flashes, night sweats, sleep issues, the brain stuff, all the things that maybe are consistent or come and go. Congratulations, you're perimenopausal. It's the transition time.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Jones online | Instagram | Tiktok

    FREE Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 323: SNEAKY Perimenopause Symptoms + Signs (No One Talks About) w/ Dena Norton, RD

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 072: Sex Hormone-Skin Rash Co

  • I’ve discussed topical steroid withdrawal symptoms and TSW skin concerns extensively on the Healthy Skin Show, but there is still so much about this condition that isn’t well understood.

    Partly because we don’t yet have much research on TSW.

    So when I heard that Dr. Ian Myles was looking into topical steroid withdrawal symptoms, I had to get him on the show to break it down for you in layman’s terms (because his paper is complex).

    Topical Steroid Withdrawal (aka. TSW and also sometimes called red skin syndrome online), is a condition triggered by the use of glucocorticoid steroids often used topically (and typically prescribed for chronic skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis).

    Because topical steroids are the standard of care for these conditions, many people unfortunately end up using them for extended periods of time (sometimes without any breaks and with increasing potency). And some go on to develop TSW, which is a horribly debilitating condition with symptoms that can drag on for years after stopping all steroid exposure.

    The research we’re discussing in this episode has yet to undergo peer-review, but is in the process. Either way, the ideas are fascinating, albeit complex (especially for those with little to no experience with nutritional biochemistry). So we’re hoping that this conversation helps you understand the ideas while also adding context to what’s next for TSW research.

    My guest today is Dr. Ian Myles! He did his undergrad at Colorado State University, received his M.D. from the University of Colorado, then trained in internal medicine at The Ohio State University prior to beginning fellowship training in allergy and clinical immunology at NIH. He became a commissioned officer in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and has supported several US and international missions.

    Dr. Myles received his MPH from George Washington University before becoming the head of the Epithelial Therapeutics Unit to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a topical, live bacterial treatment for eczema.

    In This Episode:

    How Dr. Myles’s interest in topical steroid withdrawal and TSW skin beganStudy about topical steroid withdrawal symptomsNiacin and TSW connectionTopical steroids impact on your cells’ powerplants (aka. mitochondria)Which type of steroids may be to blameTreatment ideas for topical steroid withdrawal symptomsWhat may be driving TSW symptoms in your brainThoughts on oral and topical berberine for TSW skin


    Quotes

    “So we're saying… what distinguishes patients with TSW and patients with atopic derm? And you can say, what's too much, and then what's too little? And so the thing that's too much, like we said, was niacin, the nicotinic acid. And then what was too little was tryptophan.”

    “Kynurenine shuts off your ability to sweat, and we hear a lot from the patients that during the height of it they would be beet red, they'd be flushed, they'd do all this, but they're not sweating. They'd be feeling super hot, but they wouldn't sweat.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Ian Myles online here and on Twitter

    PAPER WE DISCUSSED: https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.04.17.24305846v1.full

    Dr. Myles’s TSW deep dive on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSFiKlrIDUI

    Healthy Skin Show episodes on Topical Steroid Withdrawal

    Healthy Skin S

  • A couple of months ago, I discussed black seed oil benefits on the podcast and was taken aback by the response I received! So many listeners were eager to learn more about black cumin oil and whether it would be a good fit to help support their chronic skin condition.

    If you’re dealing with rashed, itchy skin or even hair shedding, black cumin seed oil might just be the skincare ingredient to provide some relief.

    Black seed oil has a long history of efficacy across various different cultures. Its active component, thymoquinone, has antimocrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal and antiparasitic properties! It is also loaded with essential fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins that promote better skin health.

    Black cumin seed oil is also typically well-tolerated, even amongst those with sensitive skin!

    Which is one of the main reasons we put it into all our DermaQuell skin creams.

    Since I got so many questions after I posted the first episode on this topic, I decided to bring in my friend and natural skincare expert Rachael Pontillo to discuss the star component of black seed oil (thymoquinone), how to use this oil safely, what to look for when choosing products, possible antimicrobial effects of black cumin seed oil, and much more!

    In This Episode:

    Black seed oil benefits (and its active constituent thymoquinone)Who should NOT use black cumin oil?Medication interactions with black cumin seed oilDON’T apply black seed oil in these areasBlack cumin seed oil + hair lossHow long before you see results with black seed oil?Benefits of black cumin seed oil for your skin if you have vitiligoHow to choose the best black cumin seed oil for skinDiluting black seed oil (so it doesn’t massively irritate your skin)Why we added black seed oil to DermaQuell skin creams

    Quotes

    “In general, there is very low toxicity risk with this ingredient [black cumin seed oil], both when taken internally as directed and when applied topically. And it's just beneficial for a lot of different conditions, and it's a very low risk of allergy in general.”

    “It's pretty cool that thymoquinone has an antihistamine effect, which can help with the swelling and help calm reaction-prone skin too…If you were to look up studies, it has always been considered a good candidate for something to help with these common topical skin issues such as minor irritations, rashes, dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, even certain things that have a bacterial or a fungal component because the black cumin seed oil does have antimicrobial properties.”

    Links

    DermaQuell Daily Butter – https://www.quellshop.com/products/daily-butter

    DermaQuell Nourish Butter – https://www.quellshop.com/products/nourish-butter

    DermaQuell Z+ Rebuilder – https://www.quellshop.com/products/z-rebuilder

    Save 15% on the Ultimate Quell kit which includes all 3 skin creams (2oz jars)

    OR get the Quell skincare sample pack which includes all three creams for just $12.95 PLUS free shipping and a $12.95 store credit (especially if you are nervous about purchasing a full product without trying it first)!

  • Did you know that what’s living up in your nose could be a trigger for what causes sinusitis? The nasal microbiome is a vast new frontier and when things are out of balance, there is a ripple effect that can drive inflammation not just in the sinuses, but also in your body.

    So yes, a dysbiotic or imbalanced nasal microbiome can be a trigger for chronic nose rash, sinus yeast infection symptoms, and even chronic skin rashes like eczema and psoriasis!

    Now, I want to reiterate that it is normal to have bacteria and certain fungi as part of your sinus microbiome. Just like how you need diverse bacteria for a robust gut microbiome and oral microbiome! It is when certain bacteria overgrow in the sinuses that you might start noticing problems, like chronic sinus infection, a sore throat that seems to have no cause, and even nasal thrush.

    Similar to how a dysbiotic gut microbiome can cause digestive problems, and an unbalanced oral microbiome can cause eczema around the mouth.

    And that’s what this episode is all about. Dr. Anastasia Stocker and I are diving deep into the sinus microbiome and the cascade of issues (some of these are REALLY surprising!) that can occur if the bacterial community up there becomes unbalanced.

    Dr. Stocker is a Naturopathic Physician and Acupuncturist with clinical expertise in autoimmune diseases and digestive wellness. Her interest in autoimmune disease was born of her clinical observations that gastrointestinal dysfunction and environmental toxicity are a major contributor. Additionally, Dr. Stocker is the current Vice President of the Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians and practices at Aria Integrative Medicine in Seattle, WA.

    In This Episode:

    Hidden triggers of what causes sinusitisMeet your sinus microbiome!Candida overgrowth in the nose (aka. Nasal thrush)Causes of imbalanced nasal microbiomeCould your sinus microbiome be to blame for nose rash or eczema around mouth?Causes of facial pain and pressure (Is it a sinus infection or something else?)How to test your sinus microbiomeThoughts on whether probiotics, herbs, or essential oils are safe to use inside your noseSuggestions to support your nasal microbiome

    Quotes

    “Just like in your gut or in your mouth, you have a microbiome in your sinuses and in your nose.”

    “We're kind of coming to understand that changes in the microbiome can trigger autoimmunity in the nose. And then what are the implications of that systemically? So with things like psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis, things like eczema, we see these all have connections with altered microbiome in the sinuses.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Stocker online | Instagram | Instagram

    AirDoctor HEPA Air Purifier

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 309: Ear Inflammation + Ear Infection (How To Get Ear Pain Relief) w/ Dr. Haley Overstreet

    https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/falgy.2021.737086/full

    https://www.annallergy.org/article/S1081-1206(18)30375-2/fulltext

  • If you’re serious about figuring out what type of diet is best for you – your answer is nutrient dense foods. Let me explain…

    Food fear is rampant right now, with social media demonizing different common foods/ingredients as well as promoting “healthy” diets that lack necessary nutrient dense foods.

    Nutrients are the raw materials that the human body needs to survive and thrive. If you are not consuming nutrient dense foods, you may have nutrient insufficiencies, which puts a strain on various systems in the body.

    So when you believe in this idea that some foods are “good” and others are “bad”, it can create a restrictive way of eating, which can then lead to insufficiencies or deficiencies later on. All this can become incredibly confusing, especially when you’re being inundated daily with influencer messages telling you to follow this diet or that.

    You may get to a point where you are afraid to eat!

    That’s why today’s conversation is SO important. I’m joined by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne to discuss how to approach optimal nutrition without dangerous elimination diets or dogma around eating.

    Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD is the founder of Nutrivore.com. She creates educational resources to help people improve their day-to-day diet and lifestyle choices, empowered and informed by the most current evidence-based scientific research.

    The Nutrivore approach is positive and inclusive dietary guidance, based on science and devoid of dogma, using nutrient dense foods as a foundational principle encompassed by the simple phrase: Nourishment, not judgment.

    Her new book, also called Nutrivore, is now available everywhere you can purchase books. We'll talk about some of the eye-opening points I discovered in the book, and why I found it such a valuable read to help you pick nutrient dense foods.

    In This Episode:

    Why nutrient deficiencies are such a HUGE problem (and how they happen)Why changing your mind is a good thing (even if you feel embarrassed)How morality applied to diet and foods is disastrousWhy you need protein (and what amino acids are used for in your body)The Nutrivore approach to optimal nutrition and nutrient dense foodsMost nutrient-rich foods to include in your diet

    Quotes

    “Deficiency technically refers to such low regular dietary intake of a nutrient that you develop a disease of malnutrition. There's scurvy, rickets, pellagra, beriber, night blindness, iron deficiency anemia. So we have these really well-characterized diseases caused by a single nutrient being too low.”

    “The more black-and-white we think about foods, the more it increases the risk for disordered eating, for weight regain cycles, so yo-yo dieting, the more it increases the stress response. And it's actually driving, I think, what is currently a big problem in society right now, which is that we think that a diet is about what we cut out. We think a diet is about bad foods that we have to eliminate. We're bad if we eat that bad food, we're good if we eat these good foods.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Ballantyne online | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok | YouTube

    GET THE BOOK NOW – Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Food You Eat

    5 Free Guides to Nutrivore

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 305: Elimination Diets, Food Fear + He

  • Unless you’re a skincare aficionado, you may not be familiar with moringa oil. It’s a traditional skincare ingredient that’s been used for centuries and is currently soaring in popularity. There’s good reason for that — the moringa oil benefits for skin are impressive. It's chock full of monounsaturated fatty acids which are fantastic skin barrier support, and it’s widely regarded as a gentle, soothing oil ideal for sensitive skin.

    But the moringa oil benefits for skin go beyond its fantastic topical feel. It’s positively packed with powerful active ingredients like quercetin, which has a reputation for cooling inflammation and histamine reactions. Just one of the many things that makes it an ideal choice when you’re dealing with rashes.

    Before we take a look at all of the amazing things moringa oil can do, I’d love to recommend my completely FREE Skin Rash Root Cause Finder. It’s a quick and easy-to-use workbook that will help you narrow down what’s at the root of your rash so you can get to work stopping it! It’s the same process I take my private clients through to help them heal from rashes for good! Download it here and let’s figure this out, together!

    In This Episode:

    Moringa Oleifera drumsticks for the winThe seriously diverse health benefits of moringa oilTop 3 ways this ‘miracle’ oil helps your skinHow to use moringa oil for rashesWhat to look for in moringa oil formulas

    Quotes

    “Moringa oil is packed with more than 40 natural powerful compounds that potentially explain why it’s adept at fighting inflammation and oxidation. Among these, quercetin is one of the most interesting for rash fighting. Quercetin is an antioxidant that’s got an incredible reputation for inhibiting histamine. Which we know can be a possible driver of skin rashes.”

    “Moringa oil’s also loaded with vitamin E, a known skin-supportive ingredient that’s considered an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and a fantastic moisturizer. “

    Links

    DermaQuell Daily Butter – https://www.quellshop.com/products/daily-butter

    DermaQuell Nourish Butter – https://www.quellshop.com/products/nourish-butter

    DermaQuell Z+ Rebuilder – https://www.quellshop.com/products/z-rebuilder

    ALSO – we offer all three full 2oz jars in the Ultimate Quell kit – https://www.quellshop.com/products/ultimate-quell-kit

    OR try the Quell skincare sample pack that includes all three creams for $12.95 (free shipping) – https://www.quellshop.com/products/dermaquell-skincare-sample-kit (especially great for those who are nervous to purchase a full product without trying it first. Each sample is a sealed 0.26oz sachet packet and includes a $12.95 store credit to use on anything in the shop.

  • If you’ve ever wondered the best way to test for food allergy sensitivity, this episode is for you!

    What do I mean by food allergy sensitivity?

    Many people think that you’re either allergic (and thus highly reactive) to specific foods or you’re not. And that’s not actually true as there’s a scale of reactivity or sensitivity that you could be on for IgE food allergies.

    Making this even more complex is that your level of reactivity can change with time (this is especially true for children) which is why today’s episode is so important!

    Food allergy testing isn’t perfect and can sometimes show false positives. Unfortunately, many practitioners (including many in the functional or integrative space) may recommend unnecessary elimination of foods that came back as a positive IgE reaction yet lacked any real-life reactivity.

    Though it might seem harmless, it deserves to be repeated that unnecessary food eliminations can potentially lead to IgE food allergy reactivity if left out of your diet for too long.

    Throw in chronic skin rashes like eczema, which increase the risk of food allergy (especially in children), and the question of what food is safe becomes increasingly confusing.

    That’s why I wanted to bring in a food allergy immunotherapy specialist to talk about this important topic.

    So if you’re wondering if skin tests are the gold standard, whether blood tests are accurate, and what the pros and cons are when trying oral food challenges or subcutaneous allergy shots, tune in to this fascinating episode with my guest, Dr. David Fitzhugh.

    Dr. Fitzhugh is an allergist/immunologist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

    He specializes in food immunotherapy for children and adults with severe food allergies but treats a wide variety of allergic and immunologic conditions, including allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, mast cell disorders, and anaphylaxis.

    In This Episode:

    Options that test for food allergyCan positive serum IgE blood tests be wrong?Food sensitivity vs food allergyBenefits of doing oral food challengesWhat is more likely to trigger a reaction like food allergy hives: subcutaneous allergy shots or oral food challenges?Is it possible to tolerate (to some degree) something you’re allergic to?Oral food challenges dos and don’tsHow to reduce your food allergy reactivitySublingual versus oral immunotherapyThoughts on elimination diets and food allergies

    Quotes

    “In our field, we consider someone sensitized who's test-positive to an IgE test. That could be a skin test or a blood test. So you are sensitized. But if you're test-positive and you eat the food routinely with no issue, you're not allergic, right? Allergic means a clinical syndrome of having an allergic reaction. And where we see this most commonly is the eczema kids.”

    “...every allergist in North America is doing subcutaneous allergy shots. These are the typical allergy shots to desensitize people against hay fever, grass pollen, dust mite, et cetera. And we see a decent rate of really serious reactions that occur with those. And so every allergist needs to be prepared to manage an allergy shot reaction, sometimes requiring multiple rounds of epinephrine, IV fluid. Those don't happen commonly, but they do happen. But yet the dichotomy is, there's in many ways a reluctance to do oral food challenge because parents and/or providers are worried about the possibility of reaction. And the thing is with carefully selected food challenges, we have the luxury of knowing where most kids will tolerate, following the blood test to the skin test.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Fitzhugh online

  • Finding a hidradenitis suppurativa treatment that works can be frustrating and difficult, especially with certain symptoms like intense pain.

    Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) pain can severely impact your day to day quality of life — I speak from experience here!

    When I first discovered a swollen, painful lump in my armpit, I panicked, and immediately worried about getting checked for breast cancer. Fortunately, the lump wasn’t cancer – it was hidradenitis suppurativa.

    For me, laser hair removal was the key to stopping hidradenitis suppurativa symptoms in their tracks, but that’s not the case for everyone. Plus, laser hair removal isn’t always a permanent solution.

    Because I personally know how awful this skin condition can be, I want to share more on what causes hidradenitis suppurativa pain, how the immune system and inflammation play a role here, as well as sharing some hidradenitis suppurative home remedies and other conventional treatment options.

    Dr. Steven Daveluy is back to share more on HS! He is an associate professor and program director at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and holds special interests in teledermatology, noninvasive skin imaging, skin of color, integrative dermatology, and complex medical dermatology, including hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).

    Dr. Daveluy serves on the board of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation. He serves on the editorial board for the JAAD and is building a growing body of publications of his own.

    Let’s dive into this really important topic!

    In This Episode:

    What causes hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) pain?Hidradeniis suppurativa tunnelsImmune response, cytokines + hidradenitis suppurativa symptomsNew research bacteria found in the fluid + pus from HS lesionsStages of HS (hidradenitis suppurativa)Can HS surgery help with pain?Is laser hair removal a permanent hidradenitis suppurativa treatment?Hidradenitis suppurativa home remediesHow to get help with pain management because of HSMedication options for hidradenitis suppurativa treatment

    Quotes

    “Even where you don't have lesions, your skin microbiome is still different than someone who doesn't have HS, which then sort of talks to this picture of HS isn't just something in your hair follicles, it's something that affects your whole body. And things are different in your gut, in your skin, in the skin that doesn't even have HS lesions. Things are just really out of balance.”

    “...It's not to say that stage one can't be severely painful, but as a general trend, the more tissue damage you have, the more risk you have for the pain becoming more severe.”

    Links

    Find Dr. Daveluy on Instagram | Twitter

    HS Foundation website

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 103: Hidradenitis Suppurativa: The Tip That Stopped My Flares

    Healthy Skin Show ep. 232: How Yeast + Zinc Can Play A Role In Hidradenitis Suppurativa w/ Steve Daveluy, MD