Best Rachael Pontillo Podcasts (2024)

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348: What is Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (And How Does it Wreck Your Skin) (PART 1) w/ Dr. Ken Brown 32:05

2d ago32:05

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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…

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347: Adult Hormonal Acne + Blood Sugar Dysfunction: What’s The Connection? w/ Lienna May 31:45

16d ago31:45

31:45

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 de…

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AI Best Practices for Skin Wellness Pros with Kevin Burke 1:14:45

20d ago1:14:45

1:14:45

In this episode of the Skin Wellness Pro Show, we dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for small and medium-sized businesses, particularly in the holistic skincare and wellness industry. Our guest, Kevin Burke, brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, brand development, and e-commerce.…

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346: How to Use Zinc for Eczema + Other Itchy, Painful Rashes 15:46

23d ago15:46

15:46

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 yo…

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345: Why Brain Symptoms of Perimenopause Are Your Biggest Problem w/ Dr. Carrie Jones 39:32

1M ago39:32

39:32

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’…

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344: NEW RESEARCH On Topical Steroid Withdrawal Symptoms + TSW Red Skin Trigger w/ Dr. Ian Myles 51:23

1M ago51:23

51:23

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…

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343: How To Use Black Seed Oil (Benefits + Top Tips For Soothing Inflamed Skin + Scalp) w/ Rachael Pontillo 41:45

1M ago41:45

41:45

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…

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342: What Causes Sinusitis + Triggers Nose Rashes? Your Nasal Microbiome w/ Dr. Anastasia Stocker 35:21

2M ago35:21

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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 chr…

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341: How To Pick Nutrient Dense Foods For Best Skin Nutrition w/ Dr. Sarah Ballantyne 40:53

2M ago40:53

40:53

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 bo…

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340: Moringa Oil Benefits for Skin: How to Use This For Eczema + Psoriasis Rashes 13:38

2M ago13:38

13:38

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 …

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339: How Sensitive Are You?: Best Test For Food Allergy (IgE) Sensitivity w/ Dr. David Fitzhugh 39:15

2M ago39:15

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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 fo…

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338: How to Stop The Pain of HS: Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment + Remedies w/ Dr. Steven Daveluy 40:17

3M ago40:17

40:17

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…

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337: New Research On Gut Trigger For Chronic Urticaria Hives (And What I See In Clients) 14:18

3M ago14:18

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If you’ve found it frustrating that no one can tell you why you have chronic urticaria hives (including chronic spontaneous urticaria, dermatographia, and even angioedema), I feel you. Especially when IgE allergies are ruled out (testing is negative) or even avoiding what you’re allergic to isn’t helpful. At that point, most doctors will say that t…

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336: Early Signs & Symptoms Of Psoriatic Arthritis (Don’t Ignore These!) w/ Dr. Jenny Bennett 38:45

3M ago38:45

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If you have psoriasis, you have a 30% chance of developing psoriatic arthritis symptoms! This type of psoriasis is notoriously difficult to diagnose because, unlike rheumatoid arthritis, there are no blood tests to easily confirm it. Psoriatic arthritis can be triggered at any age, but its onset is most commonly between 35 and 55 years old. One of …

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Real Talk About Social Media with Lori Ward 1:04:12

3M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

In this insightful episode of The Skin Wellness Pro Show, we welcomed the wonderful Lori Ward, an esthetician, acne specialist, and a graduate of the Certified Nutritional Aesthetics Practitioner® Training Program. Lori shared her personal journey with social media, particularly Instagram, and the impact it has had on her business and self-percepti…

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335: Why I Love THESE Black Cumin Seed Oil Skin Benefits 12:32

4M ago12:32

12:32

When you’re dealing with rashed skin, you can’t just slather on any moisturizer, cream, or the latest miracle potion promoted by beauty influencers. You’ve got to make sure the ingredients in your skincare formulas are clean, free of questionable ingredients, promote a healthy skin barrier, and soothe instead of potentially irritate your skin. And …

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334: When Liver Detox Problems Become Fatty Liver Disease w/ Dr. Ilana Gurevich 34:23

4M ago34:23

34:23

Did you know that non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common type of liver disease? (And it absolutely is tied to skin issues too!) Fatty liver disease, also now referred to as metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease, is the result of inflammation. It is associated with other common health issues like high lipids, high bloo…

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333: Guttate + Scalp Psoriasis Treatment (Case Study With LOADS Of Hidden Triggers) 18:09

4M ago18:09

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If you’ve ever wondered if it’s possible to unravel the frustrating symptoms of scalp psoriasis with a more natural or integrative approach, you’re in for a treat. I’m sharing a case study from one of my real-life psoriasis clients who has lived with both scalp psoriasis and guttate psoriasis on her body for nearly 30 years. When my client first fo…

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What Conventional Acne Treatments Get Wrong 47:50

4M ago47:50

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In this episode of the Skin Wellness Pro Show, hosts Rachel Pontillo and Tara Swagger delve into the topic of acne, a common skin concern that can affect individuals of all ages. Drawing from her personal experience of dealing with acne from a young age, Rachael discusses the emotional and psychological impact of acne, including anxieties, self-con…

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332: SIBO Symptoms Trigger Rosacea, Psoriasis + Eczema w/ Dr. Allison Siebecker 32:53

4M ago32:53

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Struggling with SIBO symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, gas, and diarrhea, can be very frustrating. SIBO (short for small intestine bacterial overgrowth) is basically what it sounds like: Bacteria overgrow in the small intestine leading to many symptoms that impact the gut and other body systems. The presence of SIBO can trigger …

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331: Eczema Symptoms-Skin Color Connection: Why Skin Tone May Make Certain Symptoms WORSE w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatr 34:19

5M ago34:19

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Did you know that the severity of eczema symptoms + skin color have a unique relationship? That certain eczema symptoms can be WORSE for skin of color versus white or lighter skin tones? While practitioners are typically taught about the “classic eczema patient” who has itchy eczema, there is huge variation in how atopic dermatitis (eczema) manifes…

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330: Everything You Need To Know About Dairy Allergy (In Food + Skincare Products) 33:52

5M ago33:52

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If you have a dairy allergy, it probably doesn’t surprise you that it’s one of the more complex common food allergies. While there are 25 proteins in milk (yes, you read that right!), only a handful have been shown to trigger antibody production against them. Now, remember that a dairy allergy is different from being lactose intolerant. Lactose int…

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329: Crazy Eye Rash Trigger! Demodex Mites Treatment + Triggers w/ Dr. Carly Rose 33:29

5M ago33:29

33:29

If you struggle with eyelid inflammation (aka. blepharitis), crusty eyes in the AM or ocular rosacea, Demodex mites treatment might be in your future thanks to an overgrowth of these little critters! Demodex mites are a common, naturally-occurring commensal skin parasite that live, feed, poop, and die on your skin and on eyelashes and eyebrow hairs…

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328: Client Case Study: Severe Eczema On Feet + Body 17:46

5M ago17:46

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If you’ve ever wanted a sneak peak behind some of the eczema cases that I work on, I’m sharing a fascinating healing journey of a client with severe eczema on feet + her body! This client was excited to be a part of this new case study series I’m bringing to the podcast to help inspire other eczema warriors out there. It’s easy to give up especiall…

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Hormone Detox Do's and Don'ts 36:59

5M ago36:59

36:59

In this episode of the Skin Wellness Pro Show, hosts Rachael Pontillo and Tara Swagger discuss the topic of hormone detox, and the detox trend in general. They reflect on how the meaning of detox has evolved over the years and share their personal experiences with various detox methods. Rachael and Tara explore the different perspectives and approa…

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327: Demystifying Food Allergy Signs, Symptoms + Skin Rash w/ Dr. Ruchi Gupta 36:33

5M ago36:33

36:33

Spotting food allergy signs quickly can be tricky, especially since they don’t manifest in everyone in the same way. But it’s so important to be able to identify the symptoms of food allergies, because a whopping 1 in 13 kids have at least ONE food allergy. And that number is surprisingly high for adults, too. Food allergies are an IgE immune-media…

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326: Bleach Baths Debunked: Why Mineral Baths Are So Much Better 17:25

6M ago17:25

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Tempted to try a bleach bath for eczema skin rashes? Did your doctor recommend them? Before you go dumping Clorox into your bath water — you need to hear this. Because honestly, the science doesn’t support bleach baths which was highlighted by Dr. Peter Lio at the Eczema Expo 2023 meeting. Turns out that the research on this outdated practice isn’t…

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325: Keratosis Pilaris Treatment, Causes + Remedies w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg, ND 34:14

6M ago34:14

34:14

If you've been disappointed by keratosis pilaris treatment options + natural remedies -- you're not alone! Keratosis Pilaris (aka. Chicken skin) is a complex, poorly understood skin problem that can make you feel really insecure (because of how it looks). It can also make your skin texture feel unpleasant + rough (potentially triggering skin pickin…

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324: Regenerative Farming vs Plant-Based Diet: What’s Best? w/ Diana Rogers, RD 50:08

6M ago50:08

50:08

Whether you’re considering a plant-based diet or you’re wondering if there’s ANOTHER option to better, healthier farm practices – we need to talk about regenerative farming. Never heard of regenerative farming or regenerative agriculture before? Don’t worry – you’re not alone because most people think their options are only conventionally farmed pr…

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323: SNEAKY Perimenopause Symptoms + Signs (No One Talks About) w/ Dena Norton, RD 37:07

6M ago37:07

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Women are very poorly educated on perimenopause and perimenopause symptoms! So much so that we often assume that the subtle, annoying signs of perimenopause are the result of something else. You probably know some signs of menopause like hot flashes or night sweats. But as you hit your late thirties to early forties, things start to change that you…

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322: Does Collagen Work? (Top Collagen Benefits For Skin) w/ Dr. Tony Youn 34:54

7M ago34:54

34:54

If you’re on the fence about collagen (as well as how to build more of it), I’m excited to share that research now demonstrates the many collagen benefits that exist. Collagen for skin health is crucial, along with the many ways it supports your gut and joint health too! I talked about collagen benefits as well as collagen peptides + collagen prote…

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321: Before You Invest in Food Sensitivity Testing (What You Need To Know) 20:14

7M ago20:14

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Before you buy food sensitivity testing, you need to hear this because so many people are harmed by these tests. For one thing, food sensitivity testing is touted as a miracle, cure-all answer for skin rashes. So when you take the test, cut out the foods, and your rash is still flaring up — it can leave you feeling really lost and even hopeless tha…

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Nutritional Aesthetics® Holiday Inspiration 38:02

7M ago38:02

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In this episode of the Skin Wellness Pro Show, hosts Rachael Pontillo and Tara Swagger discuss holiday promotions for aestheticians, health coaches, and other skin wellness professionals. They share ideas for offering special holiday packages and services, whether in-person or virtual. With their combined experience in the industry, Rachael and Tar…

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320: Best Lymphatic Drainage Routine For Face + Body (WITHOUT Expensive Tools) w/ Leah Levitan 37:32

7M ago37:32

37:32

Many health experts swear that to be truly healthy, you’ve got to “move the lymph” using some sort of lymphatic drainage routine – often with expensive tools or techniques. The hope is that you’ll somehow clear infections, lose the bloat, and clean out toxins. While yes, lymphatic drainage is important, it’s not a miraculous solution. The type of l…

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319: Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: What is MCAS + Why It's So Devastating w/ Jill Carnahan 35:11

8M ago35:11

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Have you ever heard of mast cell activation syndrome but thought it was the same thing as histamine intolerance? It’s not… MCAS or mast cell activation disorder is much more serious! Today’s guest dives into what are mast cells and will show you how mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is distinctly different and more complex than histamine intoler…

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318: Oral Microbiome: A Trigger of MASSIVE Inflammation w/ Dr. Victoria Sampson 33:52

8M ago33:52

33:52

Did you know that the inflammation that drives your eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, etc., could be triggered by your oral microbiome? That's right... Inflammation that shows up on your skin is often triggered elsewhere! And one often overlooked spot in the body is your mouth. Like your gut microbiome (which I've talked a lot about on the show), your or…

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317: Itchy, Painful Rash From Thyroid Disease: Your Guide to Stopping It 14:38

8M ago14:38

14:38

Can you get a rash from thyroid disease? Yes, yes you can. And in this episode, I’m connecting the dots between autoimmune thyroid disease and chronic hives. Today, we’re digging into how your thyroid can affect your skin, and how you can determine if yours is part of your rash trigger. If you’ve been struggling with a rash that just won’t disappea…

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316: Elimination Diets, Disordered Eating + Food Fear w/ MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD 40:15

8M ago40:15

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Elimination diets can be therapeutic tools to support your health. But they also have the power to trigger disordered eating patterns + food fear. Except for a few instances, elimination diets aren't meant to be long-term health solutions — even when it comes to chronic skin problems like eczema or psoriasis or any of the other skin conditions I ta…

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What to Do When Life Gets in the Way 41:00

9M ago41:00

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In this first episode of the second season of The Skin Wellness Pro Show, Rachael and Tara discuss the start of their new school year for the Certified Nutritional Aesthetics Practitioner® Training Program. They reflect on the program's growth over the past four years and share their excitement in welcoming new students. They also highlight the imp…

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315: What Is Contact Dermatitis? (Triggers, Testing + Treatment You Need To Know) w/ Dr. JiaDe (Jeff) Yu 36:12

9M ago36:12

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If you've ever wondered, "what is contact dermatitis?" -- you're in for a treat because this episode is going to blow your mind! My guest Dr. JiaDe (Jeff) Yu lectured on contact allergic dermatitis at the Eczema Expo 2023 hosted by the National Eczema Association, and I found his presentation so valuable that I invited him here to share the ins + o…

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314: Is A High Protein Diet SAFE? (Or Bad For Skin Problems?) w/ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon 37:15

9M ago37:15

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By now, I think everyone knows how I feel about protein intake. It's one of the reasons I was super excited to have back on a past guest to talk about protein myths and her NEW book, which I found utterly fascinating. It dives into the actual science as to WHY people need protein in their diets- for wound healing, blood glucose regulation, and so m…

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313: Testing for Candida Overgrowth (Is the Candida Spit Test LEGIT?) 14:25

9M ago14:25

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Testing for candida when you have what you think is a candida rash can feel really discouraging. Especially when you have all the classic signs of candida overgrowth, and yet, your test comes back “clear.” What a frustrating waste of time and money, right? These results probably leave you feeling like you don’t know where to turn, or what’s causing…

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312: Castor Oil Benefits For Eyelashes + Eyebrows (Do's + Don'ts) w/ Dr. Carly Rose 27:22

9M ago27:22

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If you've seen all these viral videos on caster oil benefits for your eyes, you're in for a treat! I asked a returning guest about a recent VIRAL TikTok video on castor oil that made me pause -- mostly because you really need to be careful what you put on or near your eyes. The eyeballs are very delicate tissue so... Is castor oil really the magica…

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311: What Causes Candida Overgrowth (and How to Stop It) 19:56

10M ago19:56

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One of the questions I hear a lot is “what causes candida overgrowth?” Because Candida is one of the underlying root causes that can cause your gut and your skin microbiomes to become imbalanced or dysbiotic, it must be factored into your case. Specifically, since Candida + other fungal organisms can trigger rashes to flare up. Candida can be super…

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310: Integrative Approach to Solving Perioral Dermatitis w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg, ND 33:25

10M ago33:25

33:25

Today we've not only got a fan favorite back on the show, we are going to talk about a topic that I've only had ONE other guest talk about- perioral dermatitis. I know firsthand from a handful of clients I've worked with that perioral dermatitis is not only frustrating because it's hard to diagnose and find the root cause, but it's embarrassing bec…

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309: Ear Inflammation + Infections (Impacting Your Sinuses, Allergies + More) w/ Dr. Haley Overstreet 31:09

10M ago31:09

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Get ready to talk all about ears- everything from ear rashes to ear inflammation and ear infections! Also, this is another FIRST for The Healthy Skin Show. I've never had anyone come on to talk about ears! So, if you've had issues with your sinuses or ear drainage and wonder if it could be related to inflammation in your body, stay tuned to hear fr…

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308: PCOS + Chronic Skin Rashes w/ Jillian Greaves, RD 30:41

10M ago30:41

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PCOS (aka. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a complex issue impacting many out there that can cause specific skin issues! So let this be a reminder that PCOS is not just a fertility disorder because it can + does impact the entire body in ways you might not even realize. This is the first-ever episode to focus on PCOS and my guest today knows exactl…

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307: Daily Value on Nutrition Label is WORTHLESS (Here’s Why) 13:03

11M ago13:03

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Nutrition labels should make your diet + nutrition choices easier, but sometimes they do they exact opposite. And that’s the case when it comes to the Daily Value %. Over the last few months, I’ve repeatedly seen the Daily Value % used or discussed in ways that just don’t make sense. As well as people who are afraid to take a particular supplement …

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Reflections, Revelations, and Revitalizing the Future of Nutritional Aesthetics® 49:29

11M ago49:29

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In this episode of the Skin Wellness Pro Show, we celebrate reaching our 10th episode and reflect on the highlights of our first season. Join us as we discuss our plans for season two and the exciting guests we have lined up. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave your suggestions for topics and guests in the comments on our blog or YouTube channel.…

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306: Parasites, Worms + Skin Rashes w/ Robin Foroutan, RD 34:35

11M ago34:35

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Get ready for the "squirmies" if talking about worms and parasites (living INSIDE your body) makes you a bit squeamish! Parasites tend to get a bad rep, but in reality, they are a part of life. Most everyone HAS parasites already but doesn't need to do a parasite cleanse. Today's guest is the Queen of Parasites, and she gives insight on when you sh…

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