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Skin Issues
Hormonal changes, gut imbalance, and chronic inflammation are often the real culprits behind stubborn skin issues, not just what you’re putting on your face. Let’s dive into three impactful steps you can take now.
1. Swap Out Seed Oils and Cut the Crap
A 2020 study found that diets high in processed foods were associated with a 30% increased risk of acne severity due to elevated insulin levels and inflammation (Ismail et al, 2020).
Cutting processed foods, sugar, and seed oils helps reduce inflammation, which directly impacts skin clarity and gut barrier repair. Seed oils include canola, corn, cottonseed, soybean, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, and rice bran oils. Just turn over any package and you’ll see what I mean.
Focus on whole foods like grass fed beef, seasonal fruits, honey, leafy greens, olive oil, fatty fish, and avocado (Spirt SD et al, 2008).
2. Trial No Dairy
Dairy is a common trigger for acne, especially in women with hormone fluctuations. Removing it for 7–14 days may help identify if it’s contributing to breakouts or skin irritation (LaRosa et al, 2016).
3. Speak to Your Provider About an Antifungal
Recurring rashes, flaking, or itchy skin may be caused by yeast or fungal overgrowth in the gut or on the skin. Consulting with a healthcare provider about antifungal options can be beneficial (Faergemann, 2022).
Top 3 Supplements for Skin Issues
Maca (for Females)
- Macaroot, a main ingredient in this supplement, has been shown to exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-melanogenic effects, which can contribute to improved skin health (Yang et al, 2023).
Omega (for Males)
- A review of 38 studies found that omega-3 supplementation benefited the treatment of various skin conditions, including acne and atopic dermatitis (Thomsen et al, 2020).
Skinesa
- The gut-skin axis demonstrates that a healthy gut microbiome can positively influence skin health by reducing systemic inflammation (De Pessemier et al., 2021). Research indicates that modifying the gut microbiome through probiotics like Skinesa can help alleviate skin conditions by enhancing gut health.
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