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The Healthy Skin Show
Ready to finally get to the bottom of your skin issues?
If you’ve been searching for answers beyond the standard prescriptions and creams — welcome! The Healthy Skin Show is your go-to podcast for sensitive skin warriors who are ready to dig deep, challenge the status quo, and uncover the real root causes behind stubborn skin problems that just won’t quit.
Hosted by clinical nutritionist Jennifer Fugo — a leading expert in functional nutrition for chronic skin conditions — each episode takes…
Episodes
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313: Testing for Candida Overgrowth (Is the Candida Spit Test LEGIT?)
Think you have a candida rash but your test says otherwise? You’re not alone. In this episode, I unpack why candida tests can come back negative even though…
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312: Castor Oil Benefits For Eyelashes + Eyebrows (Do's + Don'ts) w/ Dr. Carly Rose
Curious about viral claims of castor oil benefits for eyelash and eyebrow hair growth? Optometrist Dr. Carly Rose returns to weigh in on the TikTok trend — and…
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311: What Causes Candida Overgrowth (and How to Stop It)
Buzzsprout Description Wondering what causes candida overgrowth — and if it’s the culprit triggering your skin rash? This episode breaks down how Candida…
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310: Integrative Approach to Solving Perioral Dermatitis w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg, ND
Struggling with perioral dermatitis (a rash around your mouth) or wondering what it is? In this episode, we explore surprising root causes and treatment…
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309: Ear Inflammation + Infections (Impacting Your Sinuses, Allergies + More) w/ Dr. Haley Overstreet
Struggling with ear pain, chronic ear aches, ear rashes, or sinus-triggered ear issues? Discover the surprising connection between allergies, sinus infections…
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308: PCOS + Chronic Skin Rashes w/ Jillian Greaves, RD
Struggling with ear pain, chronic ear aches, ear rashes, or sinus-triggered ear issues? Discover the surprising connection between allergies, sinus infections…
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307: Daily Value on Nutrition Label is WORTHLESS (Here’s Why)
Confused by the Daily Value % on nutrition labels? You’re not alone. In this episode, I explain why most information on food labels like the Daily Value are…
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306: Parasites, Worms + Skin Rashes w/ Robin Foroutan, RD
Curious if parasites could be triggering your rashes or health issues? Join me and Robin Foroutan as we explore the pros, cons, and myths of parasite…
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305: Eliminations Diets, Food Fear + Healing Skin Rashes {NEW RESEARCH}
Have you tried an elimination diet for skin rashes? Most of the time people use them because they believe that their skin problems are caused by hidden food…
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304: Gut Microbiome Impact On Psoriasis w/ Dr. Fabrizio Galimberti
Did you know psoriasis is closely linked to gut health—and even shares similarities with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Dr. Fabrizio Galimberti returns to…
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303: How To Reverse Gingivitis + Bleeding Gums
After months of stress, I was diagnosed with painful gingivitis and bleeding gums. In this episode, I share how I turned things around and healed my oral…
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302: Prurigo Nodularis 101: Triggers, Body Connections + Crazy Itch w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatra
What is prurigo nodularis—and why is it so incredibly itchy? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Shawn Kwatra to discuss this often-misdiagnosed condition…
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301: Liver Detox for Kids + Babies w/ Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS
Should you put your child on a liver detox? It’s a common question I get after sharing content on liver support—but since I only work with adults, I wanted to…
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300: Why Research Isn’t Always Right
If you love digging into research to find natural solutions for skin issues like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, hives, or seborrheic dermatitis—this episode is…
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299: What Is Eczema Herpeticum? w/ Dr. Peter Lio
In this episode, we’re doing a deep dive into Eczema Herpeticum, a serious viral complication of eczema that often goes undiscussed. Joining me is fan-favorite…
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298: How To Tell If Your Blood Sugar Is A Mess w/ Erin Holt
People often think diet is the top priority for healing skin issues—but healthy skin isn’t just about what you eat. One major factor to address early on is…
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297: Deconstructing Trauma + Chronic Skin Problems w/ MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD
Have you ever felt blown off, dismissed or totally overwhelmed dealing with your doctor? Medical trauma is a very real thing! Many people don’t realize how…
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296: Dairy vs Non-Dairy Milk: Which Is Better For You, Your Skin + The Planet? (PART 3)
Wondering if dairy is bad for chronic skin issues? In Part 3 of this dairy and skin series, I’m sharing surprising new research that might change your…
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295: Dairy vs Non-Dairy Milk: Which Is Better For You, Your Skin + The Planet? (PART 2)
In Part 2 of this dairy vs. dairy-free milk series, we explore the unspoken ethical and environmental concerns. From additives and heavy metals to worker…
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294: Dairy vs Non-Dairy Milk: Which Is Better For You, Your Skin + The Planet? (PART 1)
This is the first of a three-part series exploring the complex debate over dairy vs. dairy-free milk. While you probably want a simple answer about whether…
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293: Watch Out For This Inflammatory Mouth Bacteria To Your Skin + Health w/ Dr. Mark Cannon, DDS
Did you know the microbiome in your mouth is considered a “gateway” microbiome? It actually has a powerful influence on your gut microbiome. Even more…
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292: Progesterone Hypersensitivity - A Personal Story of Relief w/ Sarah Tyler, NP
Have you ever heard of progesterone hypersensitivity—or experienced mysterious rashes during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle? Often considered rare…
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291: Can You Stop Eczema, Allergies + Asthma In Kids? w/ Dr. Chris Thompson
Ever heard of the atopic triad—eczema, allergies, and asthma? Sometimes called the atopic march, doctors have traditionally held to a “wait and see” approach…
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290: Will THIS Help Your Skin Rash (Or Make It Worse)?
If you’ve ever felt defeated after trying natural remedies that worked for others—but only made your skin worse—this episode is for you. When I suffered from…
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289: Using Herbs To Support Chronic Skin Conditions w/ Cassandra Quave, PhD
Let’s bust a myth: Just because something is natural (including food, nutrients, and herbs) doesn’t mean it’s safe or free from triggering a reaction. Yes, you…
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288: Adrenal Fatigue, Steroids + Skin Rashes: What's The Connection? w/ Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD
Many people in my audience are interested in adrenal health because steroid exposure is a common issue for many (especially those who end up with HPA axis…
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287: Rosacea Myths (That People Think Are True)
Like other common skin rash conditions, there are many pervasive myths that you can read online or that people think about rosacea that simply is not true! My…
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286: Is This Normal? (Rashes "Down There" + Hormones Edition) w/ Dr. Jolene Brighten
My audience is people who are struggling with rashes and, let's be honest, there are some rashes that appear in areas that you're not going to want to, you…
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285: Got Dry, Irritated, Red Eyes? Sneaky Triggers You Wouldn't Think Of w/ Dr. Carly Rose
Many of you now by now that my dad was an ophthalmologist, so I guess there's a certain place in my heart for eye issues. However, when we talk about skin on…
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284: How to Find a Knowledgeable Integrative Practitioner For Skin Rash Problems
If working with an alternative medicine or integrative practitioner on your skin problems has been on your wish list, you must listen to this! Hopefully you’ll…
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283: Is Your Rash Actually Shingles? w/ Dr. Mamina Turegano
If you've ever joined a Facebook group and uploaded a picture of a crazy, bumpy rash and someone told you to just put a cream on it, there's no shame here…
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282: Metabolic Dysfunction Disaster Fueling Skin Problems w/ Dr. Robert Lustig
You go to the doctor, get blood panels run, but you're told you're fine. However, you don't feel well. Have you ever felt that maybe there's a step missing…
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281: Why Protein Intake Is So Important For Skin Health w/ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
If you're a longtime listener, you know that I HATE crazy food dogmas. I will say it OVER and OVER again! So, with this conversation, one of the important…
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280: Low Stomach Acid + Chronic Skin Rash Issues
If you’ve heard that skin rashes are caused by underlying gut problems, this can definitely be a factor – especially looking at gut function + your gut…
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279: Chemical That Triggers Eczema (Oh My!) w/ Dr. Ian Myles
You could be doing all the right things- eating clean, whole foods, tossing out all itchy clothing, and making sure you drink plenty of water. But you're still…
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278: How Stress Causes Mineral Deficiencies w/ Christa Biegler, RD
Stress is a VERY hot topic right now, and I'm actually thankful it is because in the past, I think many brushed it off and just didn't talk it about it…
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277: Rethinking Thyroid Problems (And What They Mean) w/ Dr. Eric Balcavage
As anyone who has worked with me in my clinical practice may know, I feel very strongly about monitoring thyroid function and trying to optimize it. Plus, I…
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276: Dupixent Eye Side Effects: What's Going On? {RESEARCH} w/ Dr. Roselie Achten
Today, it's all about the eyes, which are somewhat the extension of our brain, so treating ANY condition with them can be scary. I've gotten a lot of questions…
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275: Why You're So Itchy (HINT: It's Probably Not Histamine) w/ Dr. Shawn Kwatra
There are SO many causes to itch. Each person's skin condition is truly unique. My guest today, Dr. Shawn Kwatra, is deep in the trenches with research varying…
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274: What Does It Mean To Heal (PERSONAL JOURNEY) w/ Ashley Ann Lora
It can be helpful to hear from others going through the same struggle or journey as you. My guest today shares her powerful story of determination and never…
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273: What Is NAET for Allergies + Sensitivities? w/ Juliann Abecassis-Walsh, A.P.
Ever wonder how energy medicine works? For many it sounds WAY out there. But energy medicine & Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities can be a powerful tool…
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272: Protopic Withdrawal: A Personal Story w/ Dominika O'Sullivan
It can be helpful to hear from others going through the same struggle or journey as you. My guest today shares her powerful story of determination and never…
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271: Cold Laser Therapy for Topical Steroid Withdrawal w/ Jing Rui Yeo
Have you ever heard of cold laser therapy (or the CAP laser) and how it can help with skin issues? Contrary to what most people think, it’s actually not a…
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270: Low Histamine Diet: Is It Good Or Bad For Skin Rashes?
If you’ve been seeing more online about doing a low histamine diet to help your skin rash problems, you’re not alone. I’m also seeing this happen on the…
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269: Allergy Testing: Everything You Need To Know w/ Dr. Stacy Silvers
I'll be direct. Anything and everything to do with food allergies seems to be kind of confusing. I'm hoping today to demystify some of the questions and…
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268: Plant-based Vs Carnivore Diet: What’s Best For Chronic Skin Issues?
Have you read online that going plant-based or carnivore will totally heal your skin? I’m sure you’ve probably come across this type of information on social…
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267: Can Certain Foods Make Eczema Worse?
If you’ve thought that there is an official eczema trigger foods list you should follow… Think again. These lists are often made up of arbitrary foods that may…
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266: Eczema-Gut Connection (PART 1)
If you haven’t considered the potential gut connection to eczema, then this will be quite surprising to you! Many of my atopic dermatitis clients struggle with…
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265: Problem with Antihistamines That No One Tells You w/ Dr. Chris Thompson, MD
Itchy eyes. Sinus pressure. Coughing and sneezing... Many people take antihistamines to get through an allergy episode, and that can be totally OK. But what…
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264: How to Balance Your Skin's Microbiome with Endolysins (MIND BLOWING!)
Have you ever heard of endolysins? Are you wondering what these things are and how are they relevant when talking about skin conditions? Today’s episode is…
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263: Lupus 101 (And A Personal Journey) w/ Tanya Freirich, MS RDN
Lupus is a truly a tricky diagnosis. The symptoms range from fatigue to the butterfly rash to joint pain! It can be so hard to pin down due to many other…
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262: Why Your Child's Risk of Allergies, Eczema + Asthma Is So High w/ Meenal Lele
If you've had children, you may have been given tips (probably unsolicited) about feeding Baby, but what does the science really say about baby advice? From…
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261: Chronic Hives: Why They Aren't Going Away
If chronic hives, dermatographia or angioadema have got you down – I hear ya. They are extremely frustrating skin conditions especially when all the testing to…
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260: Oral Microbiome-Skin Rash Connection w/ Dr. Mark Burhenne
Raise your hand if you've ever used mouthwash or bleached your teeth. Probably everyone has at some point, right? My guest today will make you rethink your…
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259: Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Psoriasis {RESEARCH}
If you’ve got psoriasis – there’s a pretty big chance that you’re deficient in certain nutrients (especially if your psoriasis is more severe). In fact…
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258: Tapping (aka Emotional Freedom Technique) For Eczema, Psoriasis + Other Rashes w/ Sarah Emily Speers, LMFT
Have you ever heard of tapping and thought that is way too “out there” for me? Well, did you know there is actual science backing up this technique for stress…
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257: Itchiness + Histamine Intolerance - Why Am I Itchy?
Most people assume that itchiness means there’s too much histamine in their bodies. This assumption is often very wrong leading people to take anti-histamine…
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256: Understanding Your Skin's Circadian Rhythm w/ Michelle Jeffries, MD
Did you know that your circadian rhythm affects your skin? Are you ready to find out what it means by your skin having its OWN circadian rhythm? If you've…
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254: Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Kids with Skin Rashes w/ Jennifer Brand MS, MPH, CNS
Ever wonder how it could be possible for little kids to have low levels of nutrients? Have you thought that they haven't really had “time” to lose nutrients…
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253: Eczema Expo 2022 Recap
Did you know that there is a huge annual event just for people struggling with Eczema? Yes!!! It’s called the Eczema Expo and the event is hosted by the…