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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
The Healthy Skin Show252: Heavy Metals + Skin Rashes: What You Need To Know w/ Dr. Sonza Curtis, ND, PA-C, IFMP
Do you feel like the words “heavy metals” are getting a lot of buzz lately? It seems like it's hot topic that you read about on social media where everybody's…
The Healthy Skin Show255: Never Let Eczema Define You (A Personal Journey) w/ Abby Cramond
If you've ever dealt with a skin rash like eczema, you know the itch and the feeling of embarrassment or anger perhaps. Now imagine being the center of…
The Healthy Skin Show251: Why You Should Balance Iron + Copper w/ Amanda Montalvo, RD
Many of our readers and listeners have heard me talk about the zinc and copper relationship. Have you delved into how copper is involved yet? My guest today…
The Healthy Skin Show250: Progesterone Sensitivity Rash
Did you know that progesterone can trigger rashes? Usually estrogen is more commonly the “sex hormone problem child” when it comes to skin, but when…
The Healthy Skin Show249: Inspiring Vitiligo Personal Journey w/ Tonja Johnson
Did you know that June is Vitiligo Awareness Month?? My guest today shares her empowering, emotional personal story and shares how she became a Vitiligo…
The Healthy Skin Show248: Is Eczema Related To Histamine Intolerance?
If you’ve heard or read that eczema is a “histamine intolerance” problem, I’ve got news for you… That’s actually not always true. In fact, itchy skin doesn’t…
The Healthy Skin Show247: Helping Kids With Rashes To Thrive w/ Dr. Nicole Beurkens, PhD, CNS
Dealing with chronic skin conditions can take their toll mentally on anyone, but put yourself in the shoes of a child who may not have the same life experience…
The Healthy Skin Show246: Everything You Need To Know About Skin Tests (Done By Your Dermotologist) w/ Dr. Peter Lio
Have you ever heard to just put honey or aloe on your rash? I URGE you to think twice on treating an angry rash at home before knowing what it is. Sometimes…
The Healthy Skin Show245: Why You Need More Fiber (And How It Can Help Histamine Overload) w/ Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Have you been told to eliminate fermented foods or FODMAPS out of your diet? What about histamine containing foods? You may want to listen first or read my…
The Healthy Skin Show244: How Do Biologic Drugs For Chronic Skin Conditions Work? w/ Heather Zwickey, PhD
Are you trying to weigh the pros and cons of possibly using a biologic like Dupixent for your skin condition? Your immune system has such a complex…
The Healthy Skin Show243: Functional Approach to Alopecia Areata w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg
Alopecia has been a hot topic in the media lately, but for others who have been dealing with hair loss for some time, it can be triggering and even…
The Healthy Skin Show242: When A Liver Detox Can Help Your Skin (And When It Can’t)
As you might already know – I’m not a fan of liver detoxes or liver cleanses when you’re struggling with chronic skin rashes. But there are some exceptions to…
The Healthy Skin Show241: How I Dealt With Scalp Rashes (PERSONAL JOURNEY) w/ Sheradyn Dekker
Sharing a very emotional healing journey can be intimidating for many people. Most people don't want to talk about bowel movements and skin flaking off…
The Healthy Skin Show240: How To Wash Your Face (PART 2) w/ Rachael Pontillo
This is a two-part interview! Check out part 1 by clicking HERE! Today I continue my conversation with Rachael Pontillo all about holistic skincare and yes…
The Healthy Skin Show239: How To Wash Your Face (PART 1) w/ Rachael Pontillo
Skincare can be confusing. What are the steps to putting everything on? Do we even need a multi-step regimen? My guest today will discuss the differences in…
The Healthy Skin Show238: Inflammatory Connection Between Psoriasis + Depression w/ Fabrizio Galimberti, MD, PhD
Psoriasis can be a very isolating condition that causes a lot of shame. My guest today will discuss how and why psoriasis can affect mental health and even…
The Healthy Skin Show237: How Chronic Inflammation (Even With Chronic Skin Issues) Can Drive Bio Aging w/ Dr. Kara Fitzgerald
I find anti-aging to be this awful marketing device that oftentimes makes us feel bad about ourselves, but that's not what this interview is about! My guest…
The Healthy Skin Show236: How Sleep Impacts Your Skin (Tips + Strategies) PT 3 w/ Michelle Nilan, MS, CNS
Poor sleep quality can affect the skin in a number of ways. Sleep is a time for our bodies to repair, and poor sleep does not allow that to happen efficiently…
The Healthy Skin Show235: How Sleep Impacts Your Skin (Tips + Strategies) PT 2 w/ Michelle Nilan, MS, CNS
Did you know that strenuous exercise, big meals, and even certain supplements can affect sleep quality? In part 2 of this sleep and skin series, my guest and I…
The Healthy Skin Show234: How Sleep Impacts Your Skin (Tips + Strategies) PT 1 w/ Michelle Nilan, MS, CNS
Sleep quality is an undervalued part of overall wellness. But it is SO important. Our sleep quality affects pretty much all aspects of our waking life, so…
The Healthy Skin Show233: Should You Go Gluten-Free to Stop Eczema, Psoriasis or Other Rashes?
Have you tried a gluten-free diet for eczema, psoriasis, rosacea or some other type of chronic skin problem? Whether you noticed an improvement or not, you…
The Healthy Skin Show232: How Yeast + Zinc Can Play A Role In Hidradenitis Suppurativa w/ Steve Daveluy, MD
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a progressive, underdiagnosed, possibly devastating condition. My guest today will discuss some possible ways to find relief…
The Healthy Skin Show231: Are Biologic Drugs Bad For You? (OPINION)
Have you ever wondered if biologic drugs are bad for you? It’s a question that I frequently answer on my Instagram profile, but I also find that clients share…
The Healthy Skin Show230: {RESEARCH} Mindfulness Stress Reduction Benefits For Chronic Skin Problems Like Eczema + Psoriasis w/ Jessica Maloh
Have you ever heard of MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)? My guest today is going to tell us all about it, as well as research into why a mindfulness…
The Healthy Skin Show229: Lanolin Allergy + Vitamin D
I have to be honest – lanolin can be a real pain for anyone who’s allergic to it. If you’ve never heard of lanolin and you’re struggling with mystery “contact”…
The Healthy Skin Show228: Tips For Adding The Anti-inflammatory Mediterranean Diet Into Your Routine w/ Suzy Karadsheh
The Mediterranean Diet is one of the world's healthiest ways of eating, and for good reason! There's a large body of research touting its benefits which is why…
The Healthy Skin Show227: Using Habits To Better Care For Your Skin
If you’re one of those people who can’t stick to changes that you want to make to help your skin, this episode is for you! One of the biggest reasons people…
The Healthy Skin Show226: Best Mindset Shifts For Chronic Skin Issues For 2022
If you have hit some really tough patches this past year with your skin or you’re struggling now to stay positive, this episode is for you. Mindset is one of…
The Healthy Skin Show225: Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)- Is It Just A Waiting Game? w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg
Have you heard that if you're going through Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), that you just have to wait it out? "Just give it time... time is what heals." But…
The Healthy Skin Show224: Nutrient Solutions For Acne (Some Of These Are Controversial) w/ Robyn Johnson, RD
Today we're talking all about acne. My guest shares her favorite nutrients on the journey to clearer skin...and some of them are quite controversial! My guest…
The Healthy Skin Show223: Can Eating Healthy Make My Skin Rashes Worse?
Are you one of those people whose skin gets WORSE the cleaner and healthier your diet becomes? This is one of those things people don’t talk about that can…
The Healthy Skin Show222: Food Allergies + Skin Rashes in Kids w/ Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS
Did you know that it is possible for children to become sensitized (and even allergic) to food through the skin? Yep... *mind blown*! This is something that…
The Healthy Skin Show221: Do Rashes In Certain Areas Mean Something?
Have you ever wondered if the placement of your rashes actually was an important clue to your case? I’ve been asked this A LOT! So today I thought I’d share…
The Healthy Skin Show220: The Gut Microbiome Of Acne [NEW RESEARCH] w/ Dr. Julie Greenberg
If you are struggling with adult acne, today's episode is for you! This episode is celebrating new published research by Dr. Julie Greenberg on the make-up of…
The Healthy Skin Show219: Dupixent Red Face + Neck Rash Associated With Fungal Overgrowth
Did you know that about 10% of people using Dupixent develop awful face and neck dermatitis? This issue (more officially called Dupilumab Facial Redness (DFR))…
The Healthy Skin Show218: TCM Diet To Support Skin Rashes w/ Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman, DACM
I often talk about how nutrition and digestion can play a role in our skin health. And there are many different dietary theories out there that have been used…
The Healthy Skin Show217: Health Concerns Linked to Psoriasis (You SHOULD Know About)
Did you know that psoriasis is associated with a bunch of other health issues? Things like hypothyroidism, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, PCOS, Non-alcoholic…
The Healthy Skin Show216: Could Your Rash Be A Sign Of Lymphoma? w/ Dr. Peter Lio
Most times, a skin rash is a skin rash. But sometimes, if the skin condition comes out of nowhere, and if it does not respond to treatment, it could be a sign…
The Healthy Skin Show215: Probiotic Tips While Taking Antibiotics (from a Nutritionist)
Have you had that dreaded diarrhea after you start a round of antibiotics? And maybe you worry that if you take probiotics, doing so while taking the…
The Healthy Skin Show214: What's Bile Got To Do With Clearing Mold w/ Dr. Jill Crista
When you think of methods to detox from mold, bile may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But, as my guest today will explain, bile can actually play a…
The Healthy Skin Show213: Stool Testing Do’s + Don’t’s For Skin Rashes
Once you feel like you’ve exhausted what your dermatologist can do for your skin, you start to wonder if there’s anything else you can dig into to help your…
The Healthy Skin Show212: If You Struggle To Keep Momentum For Your Skin, Here's Why w/ Michelle Nilan, CNS
Mindset is an important, albeit overlooked, piece of the skin health puzzle. How you feel about your skin condition can have a huge impact on your skin health…
The Healthy Skin Show211: Why You Need Minerals For Your Skin (And To Stop Peeing All Day) w/ Kaely McDevitt, MS, RD
We're constantly being told to consume less sodium…but what we're not told is that the quality of the sodium we're consuming makes a huge difference. It can…
The Healthy Skin Show210: How Steroid Creams Impact Your Eyes w/ Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler
Many people don't think twice about applying steroid creams near their eyes to get rid of rashes. But did you know that steroid creams can actually affect your…
The Healthy Skin Show209: Where To Start Dealing With Skin Rashes
It’s not uncommon for people to ask me “Where is the best place to start working on my skin rashes?” While I have resources in place to help you with that like…
The Healthy Skin Show208: Surprising Sources Of Mold You Haven't Thought Of w/ Brian Karr
Mold and mycotoxins can have a huge impact on your health if left unchecked. You may know of the common sources of mold (like damp basements), but mold can…
The Healthy Skin Show207: When Your Skin Rashes Are A Wake Up Call... w/ Hanna Sillitoe
Skin rashes can sometimes be a sign that our diet and lifestyle needs a change. While I am not a fan of very restrictive diets or long-term elimination diets…
The Healthy Skin Show206: Dental Exposures: Mercury, Fluoride + Whitening Agent w/ Dr. Kelly Blodgett
Did you know that our eyes are an extension of the brain? It's true! And in many cases, products that are safe to use on the rest of the body aren't safe for…
The Healthy Skin Show205: Gua Sha + Body Brushing For Skin Health w/ Gianna De La Torre, L.Ac
Have you ever tried gua sha or dry brushing? Both these practices are linked to better lymph drainage, which can have a positive impact on skin health! My…
The Healthy Skin Show204: Licorice + Topical Steroid Exposure -- Should You Be Concerned? (PART 2) w/ Dr. Carrie Jones
Today I'm continuing my conversation with Dr. Carrie Jones about licorice root, and whether it is a steroid. We also dive into environmental exposures…
The Healthy Skin Show203: Licorice + Topical Steroid Exposure - Should You Be Concerned? (PART 1) w/ Dr. Carrie Jones
There has been a lot of controversy recently about licorice root and using it in people who have had excessive exposure to steroids. It's my hope that my guest…
The Healthy Skin Show202: Weird Triggers For Acne You Probably Haven't Heard Of w/ Lacey Dunn, MS, RD, LD, CPT
When you think of acne triggers, your mind might immediately go to hormones and gut health. But there are some surprising triggers for acne that might not have…
The Healthy Skin Show200: Getting Emotional + Mental Support For TSW w/ Jing Rui Yeo
Topical Steroid Withdrawal can make you feel hopeless, because it can be so difficult to control. Plus symptoms that you experience can be incredibly…
The Healthy Skin Show199: The Many Hormonal Triggers of Acne w/ Vivien Allred, NTP, CNHC, BANT
Acne is frustrating, especially when you can't pinpoint what's causing it. But did you know that your hormones — and not just sex hormones like estrogen and…
The Healthy Skin Show198: Dealing with Rashes During Pregnancy + Breastfeeding
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, are you able to take the “natural route” to address chronic skin rashes like eczema or psoriasis? I actually get asked…
The Healthy Skin Show197: Why Hair Loss Can Be Complicated + Devastating w/ Dr. Hope Mitchell
Hair loss can have a huge impact on self-esteem, and it is often tricky to figure out the cause, as well as start to slow it down. Or, listen on your favorite…
The Healthy Skin Show201: Before You Put Anything Around Your Eyes...w/ Rachael Pontillo
Did you know that our eyes are an extension of the brain? It's true! And in many cases, products that are safe to use on the rest of the body aren't safe for…
The Healthy Skin Show196: Psoriasis Diet + Hidden Gut Problems w/ Emma Gould
Did you know that diet and gut problems can have an effect on psoriasis? My guest is here to share more about it! My guest today, Emma Gould, has a degree in…
The Healthy Skin Show195: Is There Hope For Thin Skin From Topical Steroid Cream Use? w/ Dr. Hadar Lev-Tov
Did you know that topical steroids can cause thinning of the skin, especially if they are used incorrectly on areas that are already thin to begin with? My…
The Healthy Skin Show194: Immunoglobulins + Histamine Problems: A Game Changer? w/ Kiran Krishnan
Do you struggle with chronic itchy skin and hives caused by histamine overload? Immunoglobulin might be a game-changer! My guest today is Kiran Krishnan, a…