The Healthy Skin Show

It’s pretty common to be afraid that antibiotics will wreck your gut microbiome. That fear is pervasive thanks to the many health marketers who’ve convinced people (including myself at one point) that antibiotics were something to avoid at all costs. Unfortunately I’ve found that this approach leads my clients (and those in this community) to feel confused and to avoid treatment when it might actually be the best thing. I find myself sharing this exact information with clients every single week, so I thought I’d share this with you too to help you make better decisions for your skin and health. So before you pass on antibiotics prescribed by your doctor because of what you’ve heard or read, here’s what you should consider first! In this episode: Understanding the fear driving antibiotic use Will antibiotics totally wreck your gut? How to make a decision about whether (or not) to use antibiotics Six questions to ask yourself before taking antibiotics Situations when antibiotics might be the better option How to take probiotics during a round of antibiotics so that they’re effective Quotes: Long-term exposure can reduce gut bug diversity and increase the likelihood of opportunistic overgrowth (like Candida). We’ve been heavily marketed to through many wellness influencers that antibiotics completely wreck your gut and should be avoided at all costs.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Many think they're interchangeable, but mold allergies and mold illness are actually different things! They affect the body in different ways, as my guest today will explain. My guest today, Dr. Kasey Holland, is a licensed Naturopathic doctor. She earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle, WA through a four-year CNME accredited program. While there she completed specialty rotations in environmental medicine, immune wellness, oncology, IV therapy, Parkinson’s disease, emergency medicine and mind body medicine. After this, she worked in an Integrative health clinic that incorporated functional medicine during her residency. This has provided her with exposure to a wide variety of pathologies and patient care in order to serve you better. She has always been passionate about helping people overcome mystery and chronic illnesses. This was further solidified after her own health obstacles. Dr. Kasey's specialties include the toxic trio: chronic EBV, Lyme disease, mold exposure. Join us as we talk about mold allergies and mold illness. Are you allergic to mold? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: How common is mold in the home? Mold illness vs. mold allergy How can mold cause mold illness? Is mold illness connected to fungal organisms (like candida)? Can mold suppress the immune system? Is mold illness a lifelong condition? Quotes “According to OSHA, approximately one in four homes can have water damage that has promoted mold that could cause harm to their health.” [1:11] “Mold illness is when you've actually been exposed to mold and the mycotoxins, and it's affecting your system on a much deeper level.” [2:35] Links Find Dr. Kasey online Healthy Skin Show ep. 150: Understanding Epstein-Barr Virus + Skin Rashes w/ Dr. Kasey Holland Healthy Skin Show ep. 134: Dealing with Mold & Opening Detox Pathways w/ Toréa Rodriguez, FDN-P Dr. Shoemaker's mold lab test list Follow Dr. Kasey on InstagramReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Have you ever heard of an Iron Deficiency Skin Rash? It’s a thing! So is itchiness triggered by low iron levels. I was so fascinated by this topic that I wanted to dive deeper and help you understand just HOW important it is to get assessed for iron deficiency. Unfortunately, it’s one of the most common deficiencies that I uncover in my practice. If you’ve struggled in the past with iron (or have iron deficiency symptoms like hair loss), this episode is a MUST for you! Assessment is way more complicated than just looking at labs. I’m going through my process that I take every client through so that you get a better sense of what it’s like to have a comprehensive evaluation. Numbers on a paper only tell part of the story especially if you’re not feeling well and struggling with itchiness! In this episode: Iron deficiency + itchiness Type of rash that can appear due to iron anemia How low iron impacts your thyroid (+ ultimately your skin) Which diets make you more susceptible to low iron Best labs to check for iron status What I assess if I suspect iron deficiency Foods + supplements to help iron levels Quotes: Clients often take for granted that their body will just make the nutrients it needs like iron. And that mindset unfortunately can get them into trouble. Iron deficiency must be taken seriously and assessed from several different angles especially if symptoms are present.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) can cause chaos in the body. But it can also begin to affect one's emotional health, as well as their relationships. My guest today, Kathryn Tullos is a Registered Nurse from Houston, Texas with a degree in Communications. She is a wife and mom of 4 kids - ages 14, 12, 10, and 9. In mid-2013, her son suffered severely from Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome (TSW) for 18 months, due to steroid creams prescribed for his eczema. Kathryn threw herself into patient advocacy to try to help others navigate this often misunderstood iatrogenic disease. She joined the ITSAN board in 2015, helped write and relaunch the ITSAN website, and eventually became Executive Director. She stepped down briefly in 2018, but she couldn’t stay away for long. Kathryn returned to ITSAN in October 2019 as President and CEO. Join us as we discuss loss and trauma associated Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome (TSW). Have you experienced loss or trauma as a result of TRW? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What do people feel like they're losing as a result of Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)? How to prepare before and after recovery How to handle it when it feels like no one understands what you are going through Can therapy help? Quotes “I think that we really underestimate the emotional toll that it takes on relationships during and after recovery.” [6:15] “I think another misconception is when you're better, then everything goes back to normal and everything goes back to the way it was. And everything has shifted. Everything is different now. It's a totally new normal.” [16:27] Links Find Kathryn online Donate to ITSAN Healthy Skin Show ep. 132: What is Topical Steroid Withdrawal? w/ Kathryn Tullos Healthy Skin Show ep. 029: Is Trauma A Root Cause For Your Skin Rashes? w/ Dr. Keesha Ewers Healthy Skin Show ep. 156: Recovering From Topical Steroid Withdrawal w/ Briana Banos Healthy Skin Show ep. 144: How Chinese Medicine Can Help Topical Steroid Withdrawal w/ Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman, DACM Healthy Skin Show ep. 096: Topical Steroid Withdrawal (A Personal Story) w/ Louise King Follow Kathryn on Facebook | Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

If you’re working through what foods seem to trigger or flare your rashes, you might at some point consider trying a low oxalate diet. Though it’s commonly used to reduce the production of kidney stones in those prone to making them, I’ve received many questions about this particular elimination diet for rashes. Aside from my general caution about eliminating more and more foods, improvement on a low oxalate diet (or because you have high oxalates in your urine) is an important clue! I’m sharing in this episode some clinical pearls about a low oxalate diet that might really surprise you. AND the circumstance when I think it would be worth a try to eliminate them (and when it’s not). In this episode: What is a low oxalate diet + its connection with rashes Foods that are high in oxalates What high oxalates indicate about your gut Probiotics that breakdown oxalates Is it worth it to try a low oxalate diet? Quotes: More current research shows that those struggling with calcium oxalate kidney stone formation “exhibit dysbiosis in their fecal and urinary microbiota compared with controls”. Gut bugs like Oxalobacter formigenes, L. plantarum, L. casei, L. acidophilus, L. rhamnosus, L. salviarius, Bifidobacterium infantis, and Bifidobacterium animalis can all break down oxalates.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Are you looking for more natural and alternative ways to calm skin affected by rosacea? Today, we'll be talking about the dos and don'ts when it comes to rosacea care: skincare, diet, and more! My guest today is Rachael Pontillo, a holistic skincare innovator, author, and educator. Rachael is the bestselling author of the book Love Your Skin, Love Yourself, and co-author of The Sauce Code. She’s a functional nutrition practitioner, AADP and IAHC Board Certified International Health Coach, licensed aesthetician, and natural skincare formulator and educator. She’s the president and co-founder of the Nutritional Aesthetics™ Alliance, the creator of the popular skincare and healthy lifestyle blog, Holistically Haute™, as well as the much-loved online course, Create Your Skincare. She’s an avid herbalist, skincare ingredient aficionado, and lifelong learner. Rachael is also my good friend. Join us as we discuss how to care for rosacea to help avoid more redness. Have you managed to control your rosacea redness? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What does rosacea look and feel like? Causes of rosacea Does rosacea occur in darker skin tones? How to support rosacea skin naturally Face washes you MUST AVOID if you have rosacea What is gua sha and is it safe for people with rosacea? Quotes “There is a type of acne called acne rosacea where they get pustular acne or papular acne.” [2:24] “I recommend keeping things simple. I do like herbs that have gentle cooling properties, like Aloe vera, marshmallow root is really nice. Calendula is lovely for most people. It is pretty well-tolerated. It's used in a lot of baby products, children's products, you'll even see it in eczema and sensitive skin products.” [15:59] Links Find Rachael online Create Your Skincare Nutritional Aesthetics Interested in trying Rachael's online classes to create your own skincare? Click HERE! Healthy Skin Show episode 024: Most Harmful Ingredients Hiding In Skin Care w/ Rachael Pontillo Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Have you heard of Grover's Disease? If not, you're not alone. In fact, I learned about this skin condition just recently! My guest today will enlighten us about Grover's Disease, and share some diet and lifestyle tips that may help. My guest today is Dr. Raja Sivamani, a board-certified dermatologist who practices at Pacific Skin Institute. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis and Director of Clinical Research and the Clinical Trials Unit. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State University, Sacramento. Dr. Sivamani engages in clinical practice as well as both clinical and translational research that integrates bioengineering, nutrition, plant science, cosmetics, and skin biology. With training in both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicine, he takes a holistic approach to his patients and in his research. Join us as we discuss Grover's Disease: what it is, why it develops, and how to manage it. Have you been diagnosed with Grover's Disease? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What is Grover's Disease? Grover's Disease triggers Treatment options Dietary changes for Grover's Disease How can dairy affect Grover's Disease? Quotes “Typically what you get is you get all of these scaly what we call papules, essentially bumps, that scatter in the areas where you tend to have a bit more sweating on your trunk. Tends to be the chest, the stomach area, the back, maybe onto the shoulders and it doesn't really go beyond that much.” [1:03] “I try to stay away from foods that are going to spike the insulin and IGF pathway, because some of those can also trigger your oil glands to secrete more sebum, and that's going to trap more moisture than you might need.” [17:01] Links DOWNLOAD --> Skin Rash Root Cause Finder eGuide Find Dr. Sivamani online Attend the 2020 Integrative Dermatology Symposium (for practitioners + now 100% online) Healthy Skin Show episode 076: What You Need To Know About Acne, Accutane & Antibiotics w/ Dr. Raja Sivamani Healthy Skin Show ep. 142: Psoriasis 101: What You Need To Know w/ Dr. Raja Sivamani Jennifer's appearance on the LearnSkin podcast: An Inside-Out Approach: The Role of Nutritionists and Nutrition in Healthy Skin Follow Dr. Sivamani on Facebook | Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Granulomatous rosacea is a rare form of rosacea that can be difficult to diagnose and treat. My guest will be sharing her journey with this skin rash, and how she managed to drastically improve her skin's health and appearance. My guest today, Gabrielle Buckman, is a Licensed Esthetician in St. Louis, Missouri. She was diagnosed with granulomatous rosacea in May 2019. Using her training in skin, as well as the help of her dermatologist, Gabrielle has managed to get her rosacea under control. She enjoys helping her clients overcome the obstacles of their skin conditions, and being able to really relate to them. Join us as we discuss Gabrielle's journey with granulomatous rosacea. How do you manage your rosacea? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: When did Gabrielle first start noticing her skin rash? What did her dermatologist recommend? What triggered the granulomatous rosacea? What sunscreen does Gabrielle recommend for those with rosacea? Quotes “Being an esthetician, I really take care of my skin and take pride in it. So all of a sudden it was red and crusty and there were these pustules all over the place. And I was super self-conscious, wanted to cover my face all the time. I wore a mask when I was at work and a bandaid over my nose. It was difficult.” [3:10] “You just have to be consistent with a good skincare regimen, with a good prescription from your dermatologist, and try to remain positive and know that it will get better eventually when you find the right things.” [9:22]  Links Healthy Skin Show ep. 136: Alternative Solutions For Rosacea w/ Dr. Peter Lio Healthy Skin Show ep. 131: Mindset: What To Do When Nothing Seems To Help Your Rashes Follow Gabrielle on InstagramReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Not many of us have heard of immunology, but it can actually give us some real insight into why we have skin rashes. My guest today is here to explain all about it. My guest today, Heather Zwickey, earned a Ph.D. in Immunology and Microbiology from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. She went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship and teach medical school at Yale University. At the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR, Dr. Zwickey launched the Helfgott Research Institute and established the School of Graduate Studies, developing programs in research, nutrition, and global health, among others. Dr. Zwickey applies her immunology expertise to natural medicine research, and she currently leads an NIH funded clinical research training program. She teaches at many universities and speaks at conferences worldwide. Join us as we talk about how the immune system and cytokines can be related to skin conditions. Did you know about the relationship between your immune system and your skin? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What is immunology? What are cytokines, and how do they relate to the skin? Why does inflammation show up on different areas on different people? What is the connection between filaggrin and cytokines? Quotes “Your immune system is not only keeping you safe from infections, it's also keeping you safe from cancer. It's keeping you safe from autoimmune diseases. So it's the system in your body that's really promoting what we might call health.” [2:16] “Everything that happens in your gut is going to happen systemically, because your immune system then travels through your blood, and through your lymphatics to the rest of your body, because it has to defend your whole body.” [10:05]  Links Find Dr. Zwickey online here GRAB –> Jennifer's Allergen Cross-Reactivity eGuide Healthy Skin Show ep. 086: Allergies, Your Immune System & Skin Rashes w/ Dr. Maya Shetreat Healthy Skin Show ep. 001: How to Protect & Strengthen Your Skin Barrier w/ Dr. Peter Lio Healthy Skin Show ep. 099: Vitamin D For Skin Rashes: Topical vs Oral Supplementation Healthy Skin Show ep. 155: Oral Allergies + Cross Reactivity: How It Can Trigger Itchiness + Hives w/ Rakhi Roy, MS, RD, LDN Follow Dr. Zwickey on InstagramReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

If you've been following the show for a while, you've heard me talk about Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW). I find it fascinating, which is why I was so thrilled to talk to today's guest, Briana Banos. Briana released an incredible documentary about TSW to raise awareness about this little-known condition. My guest today, Briana Banos is the creator of Preventable, a documentary highlighting the consequences of overprescribing topical steroids, as well as showcasing the detrimental effects this can leave in a patient's life. She was a former professional dancer and aerialist for Royal Caribbean, and now teaches dance and theater at a charter school in her hometown. Briana is an avid believer in speaking up for yourself and being your biggest advocate. Join us as we talk all about Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), and why taking care when using topical steroid creams is so important. Are you recovering from TSW? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: Why did Briana create the documentary "Preventable"? Why did she need steroids in the first place? How did Briana realize that steroids were causing her problems? Briana's tips for those struggling with the mental and emotional side of skin rashes Quotes “For me to spread awareness is the only way I can help someone not go through the frustration and the pain and the loss that I, and so many other people, have and are going through.” [18:38] “I feel the only way to keep yourself from crying is to find the light in it.” [20:25]  Links Find Briana online here and here "Preventable" documentary GoFundMe "Preventable: Protecting Our Largest Organ" documentary ITSAN Healthy Skin Show ep. 104: Topical B12 For Skin Rashes w/ Dr. Peter Lio Follow Briana on Instagram | Instagram | YouTubeReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/