You’ve tried countless cleansers, creams, and spot treatments—but your acne isn’t budging. What if the problem isn’t on your skin at all, but in your metabolism? In this post, we’ll explore how insulin resistance contributes to acne, what signs to watch for, and why addressing it from the inside-out may be key to supporting your skin.
Read MoreThis blog post is a comprehensive look at eczema for Filipino-Americans. In this blog post, I delve into the latest science on eczema, like prevalence, risk rates, causes, and more. I also share what how I approach eczema with science-based holistic medicine as a licensed naturopathic doctor.
Read MoreIn this blog post, we’re cutting through the noise. We’ll dive into the research to uncover what science says about the gut-skin axis, and we’ll separate fact from fiction when it comes to popular claims (and myths) about probiotics, diet, and digestion.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, but science has linked gut health to several common skin issues... Read this blog post to learn how sneaky the gut is within the context of skin health - especially if you want info about acne, eczema, and rosacea!
Read MoreI wanted to write this blog post as a launch pad for folks who: Want to learn about 1) Hormonal acne and 2) The root issues behind hormone imbalances that trigger acne.
Read MoreI’ve been seeing dermatologists recommend zinc on social media for acne. I’ve also been seeing more and more folks come to their first visit with me already taking oral zinc supplements for their acne. So, does everyone with acne need to take zinc? Read this blog post to learn more!
Read MoreMost people are embarrassed to talk about farts and bowel habits. And, I think that NEEDS to change. Diving into gut health is a critical component for me to cover when people see me for acne, eczema, and other skin issues - as gut health is linked to those common skin concerns. So, let’s NORMALIZE fart talk! Let’s talk about what “normal” is and what to look out for when farts are “abnormal”! Read on to learn.
Read MoreFor folks who still have acne despite addressing their skin topically and internally with hormone-targeted solutions, what could be going on? Well, there are other inner issues linked to acne, such as gut health - Read to learn more.
Read MoreIf you have dry, scaling, and cracked skin this winter, you’re not alone.
The skin barrier commonly becomes disrupted during this time of the year, and it’s important to support the skin barrier (especially if you have eczema-prone skin, like me).
While topicals and skincare products are essential for a resilient skin barrier, it’s only half the picture.
Read MoreIf you’re like me, you’re prone to dark spots. Because of my skin type, I will get dark spots after prolonged sun exposure, after breakouts heal, and after any sort of skin inflammation. Thanks genetics!… So, in this blog post, I am going to share my secrets for dark spots from a holistic & science-based point-of-view.
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