Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself

Send us a textThis week on the Less Stressed Life Podcast, I talk to Dr. Christopher Shade about the liposomal delivery of supplements. Dr. Shade has a Ph.D. in environmental mercury chemistry and he’s a renowned expert on mercury, heavy metals, and human detoxification systems. If you are looking to nerd out on all the details of how and why liposomal delivery works, this is the episode for you!Key Takeaways:Liposomal delivery science: What is liposomal delivery? Why don't some supplements get absorbed well? Like GlutathioneHow do you prove they’re getting absorbed….How small? Mineral vs lipid nanoparticlesProcess for creating a liposomal productWhy use a liposomal supplement?What person benefits from liposomal? Gut issues, Mold illness, Immune diseaseAre there certain nutrients that can’t be delivered via  liposomal route?Liposomal vs “reduced” GlutathioneLiposome vs. Capsule vs. liquidHow do you maintain antioxidant levels/stability with the processing that happens liposomally? Keep oxygen out; inert gases; argon or nitrogen: asparagine to purge oxygenRegulation for supplements and contentHow has CV impacted your ability to source and create products?Binders-Bioactive or charcoal:  ABOUT GUEST:Christopher Shade, Ph.D., founder, and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific, continues to be the driving force of development and innovation. Dr. Shade’s vast depth and breadth of knowledge, passion for healing, and intuitive understanding of chemistry and biology are reflected in Quicksilver Scientific’s well-designed detoxification protocols, unique supplement delivery systems, and patented mercury speciation test.Dr. Shade is a recognized expert on mercury and liposomal delivery systems. He has lectured and trained doctors in the U.S. and internationally on the subject of mercury, heavy metals, and the human detoxification system. Dr. Shade's current focus is on the development of cutting-edge, lipid-based delivery systems for nutraceuticals, such as liposomes and micro-emulsion systems, to address the growing need of high-quality, affordable detoxification solutions.WHERE TO FIND GUEST:https://www.drchrisshade.com/Shades of Health Podcast@dr.christophershadeWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.comOn IG: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionistLess Stressed Life Podcast:http://www.lessstressedlife.comLess Stressed Life Facebook Page:https://www.fb.me/christabieglerrd/How do you remember and put into action all the value you get from podcasts? You talk about it! You tell someone else!What started as texts and DMs with friends and listeners is now The Less Stressed Life Podcast Facebook group. Learning is EVERYTHING. It gives us growth and we retain by sharing. Learn.Grow.Share.I’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textHave you ever met anyone that has extreme allergic reactions to what seems like any food and supplement? There is a whole world of people dealing with hyper allergic disorders like Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Other conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and POTS of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome are commonly seen under the MCAS umbrella. But how do you get to a stable place so you can heal?  Amber Walker, PT, DPT has endured this nightmare and now helps others do the same with her books, website and clinical practice. In this episode we discuss some of Amber’s story to rock bottom where she was only tolerating a few foods and some of the primary root causes she addressed, including mold, detoxification and nervous system retraining modalities.  In this episode we discussed: Mastocytosis and MCAD/MCAS definitionsCharacterists of POTS and hyper mobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome The influence of chronic mold, bacterial and viral conditions on immune system dysregulation External therapies and nervous system retraining modalities, include DNRS/Gupta Program, Safe and Sound auditory program by Dr. Steven Porges, polyvagal theory and exercises, craniosacral changes, vagus nerve exercises, cervical spine and limbic system work ABOUT GUEST:Amber Walker, PT, DPT, CFMP, CNPT is a physical therapist graduate of Regis University who has been working with patients for over a decade. She began her career in northern Peru, where she worked in clinics and hospitals, taught at continuing education events, conducted research, and started a public health project for children with disabilities as a volunteer with Catholic Medical Mission Board. Upon returning to the U.S., she mainly focused her clinical practice on sports medicine, spine pain, TMJ dysfunction, and swimmer-specific injury prevention. As affiliate faculty with Regis University, Amber has returned to Peru five additional times for leadership in conferences, university-sponsored clinical education, and service learning opportunities with DPT students.She now specializes in working with patients who suffer from chronic conditions including fibromyalgia, dysautonomia, mast cell activation disease, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, migraine headaches, inflammation from mold, and chronic viral, gastrointestinal, and bacterial issues that influence immune system function.Amber is the author of “Mast Cells United: A Holistic Approach to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome” published in March of 2019 and “The Trifecta Passport: Tools for MCAS, POTS and EDS” published in January of 2021.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://stanleyrosenberg.com/about-stanley/  Deb Dana and Dr. Steven Porges: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/https://www.amazon.com/Accessing-Healing-Power-Vagus-Nerve/dp/1623170249  Safe and Sound Protocol: https://integratedlistening.com/ssp-safe-sound-protocol/Gupta Program: https://www.guptaprogram.com/DNRS: I’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textReturn guest Amanda Montalvo from @hormonehealongrd joins us once again to share even more information about minerals, a follow-up from episode #182. This time, the stars of the show are cooper and iron. Amanda shares her story of having a copper IUD after being on birth control pills for quite a while. She discussed how her adrenals were shot, Vit A was lacking and copper was in excess causing estrogen to build up. She explains all the nuances of how minerals must be in sync with each other for us to reap the benefits and she addresses the role stress plays in nutrient deficiencies. Amanda deep dives into the hows and whys as only an expert can.  Amanda explains symptoms of copper highs and lows- which are often the same and make look like, symptoms such as mental/emotional struggles, poor detox, acne, high estrogen/PMS symptoms, and even manic episodes. She gives real-world suggestions of how to get and stay "in balance".Mineral issues are a sign of stress and sparkplugs for energy.Hair Mineral Test- have ratios to show imbalances, Thyroid ExampleMinerals can be a big root cause in many health issuesMag burn rate is how much mag your body is using (shows current stress)Blood labs vs other testing optionsCooper- needs to be in sync with zinc 15:1, often people overuse zinc-especially lately and throws this balance offImportance of copper- helps mag make ATP = ENERGYExcessive amounts can build up in wrong places, not be utilized appropriatelyWithout Vit A, copper is useless-can not be converted. Vit A competes with Vit D (over supplementing causes Vit A decrease)Good sources of copper in whole foods with synergistic nutrients- best to get minerals in natural formConventional, functional, and biochemistry iron- differencesCopper and Vit A keep iron in motion/recycling systemLabs should show more of the "whole picture" and must be compared to symptomsResponsible supplementationAbout Guest:Amanda Montalvo is a women’s health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. Amanda started off her education in nutrition with the traditional route, but after dealing with her own health problems after getting off hormonal birth control she quickly realized the value of functional medicine. After healing her acne, balancing her hormones, and learning the value of her menstrual cycle, Amanda found her purpose—to help women create a body in balance and not settle for anything less. How to find Amanda & Mastering Your Mineralshttps://www.hormonehealingrd.com/ https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/c3bd7870f2https://www.instagram.com/hormonehealingrdPodcast: Are you menstrual?How to find Christa & The Less Stressed Life:https://www.christabiegler.com/Join us on Instagraminstagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/I’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textThis week on the Less Stressed Life Podcast,  I talked to Gianna De La Torre of Wildling Beauty about the ritual of Gua Sha. This ancient practice predates acupuncture and is a traditional piece of Chinese medicine. Gianna discusses the many ways in which Gua Sha can facilitate better health and specifically dives into the beauty benefits so many are after. This age old practice can be intertwined into our everyday routines for impressive results and feelings of wellbeing.Key Takeaways:Gianna's personal story as to how she got into Gua Sha via yoga and traveling to India.What is Gua sha? Translation: "Scraping sand" clears stagnation, increases microcirculation in the tissues, oxygenating tissues, encouraging blood flow and lymph movement. Many uses for Gua Sha- anything from treating fevers to enhancing natural beautyA Gua Sha Tool: a Gua Sha tool will typically be a thin piece to apply to the skin- stone, horn, disk like. Think spoon like or Tiger Balm LidMaterial matters. Different stones can give different results and craftmanship can be vary from one to another.How does Gua Sha work for beautyGuest shared some helpful tips on:Gua Sha can be deeply calming. Choose to do Gua Sha in a relaxing place and timeHow does someone get started? on website there are tutorials, also on IG, YouTubeMost important technique tipsHow often to use Gua ShaAbout Guest:Gianna De La Torre is an acupuncturist, intuitive healer and co-founder of Wildling, a self-loving beauty collective embracing the ritual of Gua Sha. She found her passion for alternative medicine in India where she was mentored by an Ayurvedic doctor and then went on to explore acupuncture and herbal medicine.“For as long as I can remember, I have had an insatiable curiosity about human health. I want to know all the tricks that genuinely make people feel better. My understanding of the body began in childhood — I’m the daughter of a gastroenterologist and the granddaughter of an osteopath. I had no shortage of stethoscopes."Later on, I found my passion for alternative medicine in India where I was mentored by an Ayurvedic doctor. I obtained a master’s degree in acupuncture and herbology because it resonates with my energetic understanding of the body. My degrees are not my most prized credentials. I award more merit to my willingness to step outside of the box in my personal and professional healing work.My Intuitive Acupuncture practice was born because I wanted to combine modalities that were extremely effective in my own healing journey. In my darkest moments, these healing practices gave my grief a purpose and they changed my life. For the next ten years, I embarked on a journey studying alternative healing methods that brought me back to life. Now it’s my turn to pay it forward. My mission to help people heal.”Mentioned on this episode: Wildling 21 day Gua Sha challenge Where to find Guest:wildling.comTikToc, IG and You Tube: wildling_beautyDiscount code: LessstressedWhere to find Christa:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:hI’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textINTRO:You've got to "GO" but can't! Nearly everyone experiences constipation at some point in their lives, with a recent survey showing that about 16 percent of Americans and a third of those older than 60 suffer from chronic constipation. It’s the reason for millions of clinic visits each year and nearly just as many ER encounters. The number of people admitted to the hospital primarily for constipation has more than doubled since 1997.  Furthermore,  an astonishing 3 out of 5 people who suffer from constipation admit, they have never mentioned it to their Provider! On this episode, I will addresses constipation root causes and some suggestions to help promote regularity.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Bowel movements are a pillar of detoxificationWithout regular bowel movements you can experience a lot of discomfort, brain fog, fatigue, other issues. Constipation feels terrible: bloating, feeling full or distended after eating or even all the time, brain fog, fatigue, straining to go to the bathroom, trouble fully emptying or having complete BM's,  going less than 3 times a week, passing hard stone like or lumpy stools, in extreme cases, some even feel as though there's a blockage.There's many different causes of constipation:  diet, genetic predisposition, colonic motility, and absorption, as well as behavioral, biological, and pharmaceutical factors. Low fiber dietary intake, inadequate water intake, sedentary lifestyle, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), failure to respond to urge to defecate, and slow transit can also contribute.An unbalanced microbiome can also contribute to constipationImportant to look for root causes to address fully and prevent further issuesTHIS WEEK, I SHARED HELPFUL TIPS ON:Recommendations to improve constipation and promote regular BM'sHydration, fiber, movementLifestyle tips and support for ongoing regularityFinding a practitioner to help navigate your health concernsMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2910654/#:~:text=These%20surveys%20have%20estimated%20that,all%20other%20chronic%20digestive%20conditions.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5976340/#:~:text=Overall%2C%20the%20average%20prevalence%20of,life%2C%20and%20healthcare%20resource%20consumption.WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA AND THE LESS STRESSED LIFE TEAM:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.comBook a Call!https://www.christabiegler.com/workwithme?Less Stressed Life Podcast:http://www.lessstressedlife.comLess Stressed Life Facebook Page:https://www.fb.me/christabieglerrd/I’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textINTRO:Candida is a major gut health hot topic - On a recent IG post Christa did, the topic got enough attention for us at Less Stressed Life to take the plunge and give more detail and address your burning candida questions.  According to the American Thoracic Society, “Candida is the single most important cause of fungal infections worldwide and The CDC recognizes, "Vaginal candidiasis is common. In the United States, it is the second most common type of vaginal infection after bacterial vaginal infections. An estimated 1.4 million outpatient visits for vaginal candidiasis occur annually in the United States." "Over 75% of women will get a yeast infection in their life and many of those will have reoccurring infections”KEY TAKEAWAYS:Candida is a type of fungus a common part of the normal flora in the digestive tract, but when the immune system is weakened for one reason or another, Candida has the opportunity to grow out of control and wreak havoc on almost all aspects of your body. Candida overgrowth can cause a variety of adverse symptoms.  Some you may be familiar with such as: Diarrhea, constipation, gas, fatigue, skin rashes, muscle and joint pain, allergies, yeast infections, thrush/white coated tongue, jock itchTesting can be a challenge, important to assess symptoms as wellEasy to reinfect⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Must address root cause-Chronic stress and inflammation, Low stomach acid, overuse of antibiotics killing off good GI flora, diet, H Pylori and other organisms that may house fungus.Mold Candida connectionTargeted protocol necessary for treatment to avoid relapse⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀GUEST SHARED HELPFUL TIPS:Identifying root causes for candida overgrowthTreatment- old school vs new school approachesHow a patient feels Importance of a balanced microbiomeMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Statistics | Invasive Candidiasis | Candidiasis | Types of Diseases | Fungal Diseases | CDChttps://www.thoracic.org/patients/patient-resources/resources/candidemia.pdfWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA AND THE LESS STRESSED LIFE TEAM:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.comLess Stressed Life Podcast:http://www.lessstressedlife.comLess Stressed Life Facebook Page:https://www.fb.me/christabieglerrd/On IG:@anti.inflammatory.nutritionistShop our Favoriteschristabiegler.com/shopI’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textIn this week's episode of the Less Stressed Life Podcast, Christa talks with return guest, Robyn Johnson. RD about all things acne. Robyn shares her personal story of how she got started working with clients battling acne and what she uses as treatment options and protocols. She stresses the importance of finding root causes and identifying the type of acne one may have. They talk about all that's changed in the acne space and what we need to know to best help ourselves or clients.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Types of acne, categorized by root causeFinding the root cause and identifying your type of acneMedications/Options to treat acneTopicals include medications like anti-inflammatory medications like benzoyl peroxide, good skin barrier support, topical antibiotics, salicylic acidUsing Birth Control to treat acneTools available to help/the right kind of supportFoods to support & foods to avoidThe Thyroid acne connectionNatural solutions to treat acneRobyn Johnson is a Functional Medicine Dietitian Nutritionist. Her passion for using food and lifestyle as medicine found her after a personal battle and triumph with psoriasis. She specializes in helping women optimize their health & hormones by finding the root cause of their symptoms. Robyn runs a virtual private practice and is the co-creator of Her Hormones Academy, an online program for women who want to improve their health and hormones with food and lifestyle. Robyn believes healthcare should be individualized and that starts with each person understanding how their body works and what their body needs to truly thrive!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Robyn’s Mineral Mocktail:https://www.nutritionbyrobyn.com/instagramWHERE YOU CAN FIND ROBYN JOHNSON:WEBSITE: nutritionbyrobyn.comIG:@nutritionbyrobyn @theclearskinlabWhere you can find Christa:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.com Less Stressed Life Podcast:http://www.lessstressedlife.comLess Stressed Life Facebook Page:https://www.fb.me/christabieglerrd/On IG:@anti.inflammatory.nutritionist Shop our Favoriteschristabiegler.com/shopI’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textIn this week's episode of the Less Stressed Life Podcast, Christa had the unique opportunity to talk with a past client turned Associate Practitioner. Becky Santiago, RN joins the show to discuss her personal journey as a Less Stressed Life client. She gives a real-world account of what the healing process looked and felt like.  She discusses the struggles of dealing with skin issues, fatigue, and food sensitivities. She shares the details of her personal plan and results. She gives a raw and unfiltered look into what so many clients experience before getting help. Becky talks about being out of her comfort zone and what surprises her the most. She explains how she seamlessly transitioned into the role of Associate Practitioner and even gave some tips for others starting to navigate their healing journey.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Being an advocate for yourself and your healthWhat else can I do? What are my resources?Importance of positive mindset despite challenges and frustrationsFinding a good provider- how are some different than others"Test don't guess!" mentalityDifferent types of testing- MRT/Leap, GI Map, Micronutrient, DUTCH Healing is a process- not always a linear Getting out of your comfort zoneBecky Santiago, RN is an Associate Practitioner and our Podcast Operations Manager at Less Stressed Life. Having worked as a Registered Nurse over the past nine years, Becky has experience in the hospital and school settings as well as educating others as a nurse consultant.  She has a gift of bringing calm and balance to any situation and is at her best when helping others. Becky looks forward to coaching clients to better health and understanding, allowing them to truly thrive.Prior to her nursing career, Becky worked in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry with several fortune 500 companies. She also spent time traveling the country as a consultant working with colleges and universities. Becky graduated from Florida State University with dual degrees and honors. She is an active volunteer in her community, an avid sports fan, loves the beach, a good book or podcast, and great food.Through her own journey as a Less Stressed Life Nutrition client, Becky has experienced results firsthand. Additionally, she has the professional knowledge to see the best of both Eastern and Western medicine. Becky is thrilled to join the team and help clients navigate the process to get the results they need to live their best life. She will use her experience to focus on serving pediatric and skin clients at Less Stressed Life Nutrition.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Christa Biegler Gut GuideMultiple Symptom QuestionnaireWHERE YOU CAN FIND BECKY SANTIAGO:Becky is an Associate Practitioner at The Less Stressed Life and accepting New Clients Now!https://www.christabiegler.com/Where you can find Christa:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.com I’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textIn today's episode of the Less Stressed Life Podcast, we take a deep dive into all things Migraine with expert Dr. Adam Harcourt. He explains the differences in migraines and headaches, categories, and even locations and treatment options for those suffering from migraines. Dr. Harcourt explains in great detail some of the nuances in presentation and even frustrations he hears from his migraine patients.  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Family history - genetic componentMigraine or Headache? Types of migraines Migraine with auraHow migraine starts & builds up?Inflammatory mediator cascade turns up the "volume" on head painGive up the "Big 4"DR. ADAM SHARED SOME HELPFUL TIPS ON:Treatment options -- right therapy, right amount, right duration. Stress relieve always a treatment component Traumatic Brain Injury & MigraineNutrition and Minerals with Migraine Supplements- very dose-dependent and important to get it right. Ginger as a natural abortive (NOT PREVENTATIVE).Case Studies- Migraine and TBI, TBI and gut permeability, atmospheric pressure triggers, concussionABOUT GUEST:Dr. Adam Harcourt, DC, DACNB is the owner of Imagine X Functional Neurology, a Fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology (FACFN), Fellow of the American Board of Vestibular Rehabilitation (FABVR), Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB), and a 4th generation Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Harcourt is also an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology at Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, where he travels both domestically and internationally instructing doctors from around the world.Dr. Harcourt has created a 150-hour post-doctoral program, also titled ‘Mastering Migraine’, with which he instructs doctors from all different backgrounds from around the world. Dr. Harcourt is also dedicated to giving back and has served on the Board of Directors at Jodi House Brain Injury Support Center in Santa Barbara, CA for many years, and was Board President from 2017-2018.Dr. Harcourt has presented multiple abstracts on Migraine, Concussion, Dysautonomia and Multiple Sclerosis at research symposiums over the past several years. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Mastering Migraine: Finally Understand Migraine, How to Correct its 4 Main Factors and Take Your Like Back!Carrick InstituteWHERE YOU CAN FIND DR. HARCOURT:https://ixneuro.com/Where you can find Christa:Personalized functional medicine with Christa Biegler:http://www.lessstressednutrition.comLess Stressed Life Podcast:http://www.lessstressedlife.comLess Stressed Life FaI’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!

Send us a textIn this week's episode of the Less Stressed Life Podcast, I'm joined by Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS to talk about the connection between skin rashes and parasites. Jen and I aim to normalize the topic and discuss the research as well as what we see regularly in practice and discuss all things from pinworm to hookworm to eczema, hives, and even how to address concerns with your practitioner. We also tackle parasite skin connection data and prevalence so you are no longer in the dark.Key Takeaways:Parasitic infections and skin rashesTypes of parasitesPrevalence of parasites according to CDCWhat should someone ask their Dr.?Considerations for diagnosis and treatmentResearch Mentioned in this episode:CDC Pinworm Prevalence PREVALENCE OF INTESTINAL PARASITES AMONG INDIVIDUALS WITH ALLERGIC SKIN DISEASES Sanders JW, Goraleski KA. The Hookworm Blues: We Still Got 'em. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2017;97(5):1277-1279. doi:10.4269/ajtmh.17-0683 Relationship between Serum IgE and Intestinal Parasites M JalalianVarga M, Dumitraşcu D, Piloff L, Chioreanu E. Skin manifestations in parasite infection. Roum Arch Microbiol Immunol. 2001 Oct-Dec;60(4):359-69. PMID: 1256167https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2017/09/12/550387650/the-u-s-thought-it-was-rid-of-hookworm-wronghttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/parasite-tapeworm-alberta-alveolar-echinococcosis-1.6069818Chronic spontaneous urticaria and internal parasites--a systematic reviewJennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS is a clinical nutritionist empowering adults who have been failed by conventional medicine to beat chronic skin and unending gut challenges. She has experience working with conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dandruff + hives.Jennifer founded her own line of skincare + supplements available at www.QuellShop.com specifically for people struggling with these chronic skin issues.She holds a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and is a Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist. Her work has been featured on Dr. Oz, Reuters, Yahoo!, CNN, and many podcasts and summits. Jennifer is a faculty member of the LearnSkin platform, an Amazon best-selling author, and the host of the Healthy Skin Show.Where you can find Jennifer: Jennifer Fugo, CNS - Clinical Nutritionist, Chronic Gut & Skin Rash Expert Where you can find CI’ve spent the last 10 years helping others clear their skin and food sensitivities, and I’ve just spent the last few months streamlining my proven method in my Eczema and Food Sensitivity Freedom Program to help you get results easier than ever.  If you’re ready to get to the REAL root of your eczema & food sensitivities and finally feel like yourself again, head to christabiegler.com to join before the doors close!