Have you ever dealt with histamine intolerance? Or have you ever tried a low-histamine diet? Everyone releases histamine, but when our body is not able to regulate it, then it becomes a problem when we release too much histamine. When your histamine levels get too high or when your body can’t break it down properly, it can affect your normal… Read More
Zingers: What the heck are they in Eczema & TSW? – (S5E14)
Have you ever feel zapped or shocked in the middle of nowhere? Have you (or anyone you know) ever experienced zingers? What are Zingers? Zingers are sudden pain or zaps that can occur in your body. They feel like zapping, cold, prickly or electrical shock-like sensation all over your body. Zingers are a type of nerve pain, that can feel… Read More
What Are The Best Essential Oils to Help Eczema & Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)?
(Article written by Marsha Pearsons) Have you ever wondered how essential oils can improve your wellness journey? Today, I will teach you about the uses of essential oils in supporting you on this tough, painful journey throughout your eczema or topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) process. Before I dive into which essential oils will support your skin, I would like to… Read More
Can mouth breathing affect eczema? – The Eczema Podcast (S5E7)
How do you breathe? Did you know that mouth breathing is tied to higher rates of eczema? 2 studies here and here have looked into it, and both shared that there was a positive correlation between them. (It was also linked to higher rates of asthma as well!) The prevalence of mouth breathing occurs in approximately 50–56% children. When I… Read More
Sex, genital eczema & sexual intimacy – Part 1 & 2 – S5E3&40
Will anyone ever love me? Will anyone ever want to be with me? Hold my hand? Or even marry me? My skin made me feel SO different from everyone. And I was so afraid that I wouldn’t be accepted because of my skin. Relationships, sex, and sexual intimacy are something that usually brings joy. But for those going through eczema… Read More
Solutions & Treatments for Seborrheic Dermatitis – (Dandruff & Cradle Cap) – (Part 1 & 2) – S5E1 & S5E2
Today, we are going to talk about the treatments for malassezia that cause dandruff, cradle cap, and seborrheic dermatitis. Everyone has malassezia. It is a lipophilic yeast that eats lipids, and it’s a normal part of our body and our microflora. There are 14 different species of malassezia on humans, but they’re on other mammals like dogs. We actually think… Read More