
081: Your Skin is Talking: Why Internal Health Determines Skin Outcomes
"Stop reaching externally for answers because intuitively, if you really, really sit quietly with yourself and feel, you have all the answers for yourself." —Dr. Jennifer Haley
Our skin reacts long before we slow down enough to notice. Breakouts, inflammation, and chronic issues often point to patterns we normalize every day, from food choices to stress to environmental exposure. This conversation cuts through noise and shame and brings the focus back to what our bodies are already telling us.
Dr. Jennifer Haley shares how her background in nutrition and dermatology reshaped the way she treats skin, not as an isolated problem but as part of a larger system connected to gut health, hormones, and the brain.
Listen with an open mind and a grocery list nearby.
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Skin as a reflection of internal health
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Acne, rosacea, and the gut-skin-brain connection
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How food quality and blood sugar affect inflammation
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Dairy, processed foods, and hormone disruption
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The role of stress, cortisol, and nervous system balance
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Organic foods, pesticides, and everyday exposure
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Why moderation works better than restriction
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Cyclical health needs for women across life stages
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Trusting intuition over rigid wellness rules
Meet Jennifer:
Dr. Jennifer Haley is a board-certified dermatologist with nearly 22 years of experience and a strong background in nutrition. After earning her undergraduate degree in nutrition from Cornell University, she built her practice around a holistic approach to skin health, integrating nutrition and wellness into dermatological care. Dr. Haley is an advocate for education and patient empowerment. She is actively involved in developing AI platforms for dermatology, hosts her own podcast "Radiance Revealed," and shares insights into skin health and lifestyle. Dr. Haley is recognized for her commitment to helping patients take ownership of their health and for her passion in making expert dermatological care accessible to all.
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Episode Highlights:
01:31 Hormone Disruptors: What's Causing Adult Acne?
04:20 Detox and Prevention Tips
08:26 Intuitive Eating: Listen to Your Body's Signals
13:14 SIBO, Rosacea, and Dermatology: Connecting the Dots
16:54 Optimal Mood Through Gut Wellness
21:30 Diet Cycles: Thriving at Every Age
24:15 Adapting Habits for Lifelong Health
