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Why acne and eczema have risen post Covid-19 - and how to fix it at the root
If you’ve noticed more breakouts or eczema flare-ups over the past few years, you’re not imagining it. Covid-19 has changed more than our routines, it’s altered our skin from the inside out. The good news? Understanding the root causes means we can address it for relief. Gut inflammation: Your immune system gone into overdrive Covid-19, stress, and lifestyle shifts can trigger systemic inflammation through your gut. When your gut becomes inflamed: Pro-inflammatory cytokines (
Nov 102 min read
Why some probiotics might be making your eczema worse
You’ve probably heard it a thousand times: “Support your gut with probiotics, they’re great for your skin!” And while that’s mostly true… it’s not true for everyone. If you struggle with eczema or histamine intolerance, certain probiotic strains can actually worsen inflammation instead of calming it. Let’s unpack why: Some of the most common probiotic strains, like Lactobacillus casei and Streptococcus thermophilus, are known to increase histamine production in the gut. Hista
Nov 31 min read
Why your hormone blood test comes back 'normal', but you still have acne.
You’ve done everything right. You’ve changed your skincare routine, cleaned up your diet, and finally booked that hormone blood test to find out why your acne won’t clear. And then, your results come back as 'normal'. Your GP reassures you there’s nothing to worry about. But deep down, you know something still isn’t right. So why does your skin tell a different story than your blood tests? Let’s break it down. GP hormone blood panels are designed to detect disease, not imbala
Oct 272 min read
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