The Healthy Skin Show

Can parasites cause eczema, even if your digestion seems perfectly normal and your lab results come back clean? My client had tried EVERYTHING to get his stubborn eczema under control, but nothing seemed to work. What we eventually uncovered challenged some common assumptions about parasites without symptoms and the reliability of stool testing. In this episode, I'm sharing the surprising clu...

Can a supplement backfire and cause side effects you didn’t expect? Yes, absolutely. Just because a supplement is popular or recommended by someone you trust doesn't mean it's right for YOUR body and your health concerns, even if you have the same condition or diagnosis. In this episode, I'm breaking down six popular supplements that can cause isues, as well as the risks you should...

For years, I dealt with dry cracked lips despite using natural lip balms that I had stashed everywhere and reapplying it up to 10 times a day. About four years ago, I realized that constantly needing to reapply lip balm all day long might actually be a sign that it wasn’t working. Especially if you are either wiping it off or eating most of it. In this episode, I’m sharing why oil-based lip balms...

If you have Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism (low thyroid), you’ve probably heard about certain foods you should avoid. But what if a thyroid-friendly diet is less about cutting out gluten, dairy, and other foods, and more about making sure your thyroid has the right nutrients it needs to thrive? In this episode, we’re challenging common thyroid diet rules and exploring foods for thyroid health, plus...

If you’re dealing with a dermatographia rash or chronic hives, you may have been told that histamine intolerance is to blame. But if you’re avoiding high-histamine foods, taking antihistamines, and trying to control every possible trigger while your skin STILL reacts, there may be more to the story. In this episode, I’m sharing the important difference between histamine intolerance and what I call...

What do you do when your eczema treatment plan isn’t working even though testing uncovers root cause issues? This was a reality that Jenn faced after years struggling with eczema and a hellish two-year topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) journey. She tried multiple protocols and even an aggressive parasite treatment, yet her eczema barely improved. Now that her skin has healed, it’s natural to ask wh...

After more than 10 years of battling psoriasis, my client Marc felt like he’d tried everything: elimination diets, supplements, creams, high-dose vitamin D, and even UVB light therapy. After all the research he’d done, nothing created the lasting change he wanted, leaving him wondering why his skin wasn’t responding, despite doing everything “right”.  The turning point in Marc’s psoriasis healing...

For years, I quietly dealt with painful Hidradenitis Suppurativa until a surprising conversation with a friend told me how laser hair removal was a gamechanger for her HS. I was skeptical, but it ultimately became the HS treatment that made the biggest difference in my flares. In this episode, I’m sharing my experience with this treatment, who is most likely to benefit, types of lasers that work b...

If your face has gotten redder, more reactive and burning in your in your 40s or 50s (or your rosacea seems much worse), perimenopause rosacea could be an important piece of the puzzle. Emerging research suggests shifting hormone levels can trigger and also influence rosacea symptoms, including acne bumps, reactive skin, flushing, burning, stinging + increased skin sensitivity. Before you JUST bla...

Bone loss can happen silently for years, which is why osteoporosis isn’t often discovered until you break a bone. In this episode, we explore why osteoporosis isn’t simply an inevitable part of aging, plus the medications, nutrition, exercise, inflammation, and gut-bone connection that may influence your fracture risk. We’ll also unpack some surprising problems with DEXA scans, including why impro...

"My allergy tests were normal”. Christa had itchy, painful, burning skin that suddenly appeared overnight. Yet all her testing all came back negative for allergies. With no clear answers, she was left struggling with histamine reactive eczema that hurt even when showering. After getting fired from her doctor for asking too many questions, she began diving into what was really driving her symp...

It’s easy to blame yourself when medications like Dupixent, Adbry, or Ebglyss don’t work (or work well enough), your doctor says that you’ve “failed” it and it’s time to move on to something else. Very often, no one is asking, "Why wasn't Dupixent able to work in the first place?" which could uncover important clues about your eczema case potentially lurking under the surface. Becau...

Many people turn to probiotics hoping they'll improve both their gut health and even their skin. But what if your digestive symptoms (or that skin rash) actually get worse after starting them? In this episode, I explain what a reaction to probiotics means, why it shouldn’t just be viewed as "die-off", and what it says about your gut health. We'll also explore the truth about pr...

While the carnivore diet has helped some people improve gut, skin, and autoimmune symptoms, it's not always the success story social media makes it out to be. In this episode, you'll hear about unexpected problems that can arise and why some people experience worsening symptoms and rashes on the diet. If you've wondered about potential carnivore diet side effects, this conversation...

Are peptides safe? And is it possible that with their growing interest for everything from injury recovery and exercise performance to weight management and healthy aging, it's no surprise that important drawbacks are overlooked? Like could peptides fuel cancer growth? That’s why it may be increasingly risky to overlook key factors like lab testing, inflammation, and individual health history...

Think you’d know if you had parasites? Many people assume parasite symptoms are obvious, like severe diarrhea or illness after international travel. But as this episode reveals, parasites can show up in unexpected ways, including constipation, chronic skin rashes, and symptoms unrelated to digestion. Join me to unpack three common parasite myths that you cannot trust. And believing in them keeps y...

If you’re struggling with dyshidrotic eczema and stuck in the cycle of restrictive diets, expensive creams, and an endless search for answers, this episode offers a fresh perspective. Discover why hand eczema is connected to deeper issues like gut health imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and immune system dysfunction, rather than just blaming it all on food sensitivities. In this conversation, I...

Bloating after meals, constipation, or sudden urgency to run to the bathroom are often brushed off as normal, but they can be signs of irritable bowel syndrome. In this episode, we unpack why IBS is often treated as a label to justify medications rather than a sign pointing you to issues brewing under the surface. Joining me today is Dr. Izabella Wentz, an integrative pharmacist, thyroid expert, a...

It probably doesn’t surprise you that HS (hidradenitis suppurativa) is much more than just a skin condition. There is an increasing body of research showing how HS is linked to immune dysfunction, gut health, liver problems, hormone imbalances, and so much more that often goes overlooked in conventional medical care. In this episode, I’m diving into the links between Hidradenitis suppurativa and a...

Persistent drool rash can be more than just a messy phase. In this episode, we explore how red, irritated cheeks, especially when they flare at certain times of day, may be early clues that a baby’s skin barrier is struggling and that deeper eczema-related issues could be developing. We also unpack how signs like cradle cap, colic, diaper rash, flushing with foods, and mucus in stools can fit into...

Topical steroid withdrawal syndrome is finally getting the serious attention it deserves. In this episode, talk about the first published criteria to help doctors diagnose TSW (also known as red skin syndrome) and why it will help validate the experience of people who have been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told they simply have severe eczema.  We also dig into the growing gap between patient experi...

High cholesterol in menopause and perimenopause is shockingly common, and many women feel blindsided by sudden spikes in cholesterol, blood pressure, or even blood sugar in their 40s.  Perimenopause isn’t only about hot flashes and mood swings. Hormonal shifts can quietly influence your cardiovascular system, changing the story your labs are telling and leaving you asking, “What changed?” Joining...

If you feel totally confused by a negative Candida test from a stool sample, even though you've got candida overgrowth symptoms like thrush, dandruff, or stubborn skin issues, you’re not alone. This is a very common problem – conflicting test results and symptoms – so what should you make of this? In this episode, you'll learn why false negatives on a Candida test are surprisingly common...

If you're trying to figure out how to stop tinnitus — that persistent ringing in your ears that interferes with sleep and focus — this episode is for you. Tinnitus affects over 10% of the U.S. population and is often misunderstood as a minor issue, when it can actually be an early warning sign of hearing loss, deeper nervous system imbalances, dementia as well as kidney and cardiovascular pro...

If you’ve tried every cream, diet, or supplement for your chronic skin issues but still struggle with relentless rashes, itching, or flares, you’re not alone. In this episode, you’ll discover why the problem may not be your skin at all — but deeper issues lurking under the surface. From understanding the concept of Root Cause Mismatch and why NOTHING seems to work for you, we’ll unpack real client...