Why keep a food journal? When you participate in any elimination diet, it can be extremely helpful to identify what foods you’re eating, what foods you may be reintroducing into your diet and your...
My skin story is an ongoing struggle with eczema. Though the low nickel diet has drastically reduced and improved my eczema, it’s not a cure or a perfect remedy. I still use prescriptive creams and...
Is your skin super sensitive to the sun like mine? It does not take much sun for my skin to burn and become super inflamed for days. Enjoying the great outdoors and hiking a couple times a week...
You’re not alone. We can feel like we’re alone when we wake up with a nasty rash or can’t get a good night’s rest because we’re unknowingly scratching. When my skin is literally tough, it can still...
Fruit infused water allows additional flavors and nutrients to be added to your water without adding sugar, like smoothies, juices and sodas. Our bodies rely on adequate hydration to function...
Identifying what really is the culprit to anyone’s eczema is trial and error. Causes of eczema can range from genetics, environmental allergens, food allergens, stress, negative reactions to cosmetic...
Have you ever used apple cider vinegar? Hearing about the amazing benefits of apple cider vinegar, I hadn’t ever tried it until recently! While attending a National Eczema Association seminar...
When you crave something sweet sometimes it can be a sign of stress, dehydration, tiredness, or just being human. We all have a sweet tooth from time to time. I believe the point of the low nickel...
Experiencing severe red itchy eczema all over my face, neck and arms seven years ago I met with a dermatologist. Recently requesting copies of my medical records reminded me how my dermatologist...
Trying to decipher the numerous ingredients in skin care products can make you feel like you need a background in chemistry. Welcome Skintifique – a fantastic skin care company formulating products...
Many of you ask me whether or not you should try the low nickel diet? The low nickel diet involves limiting your intake of foods high in nickel. I will always suggest you seek medical advice. My...
Remember junior high science class where you looked at various things under the microscope? When you compare normal skin and eczema skin under a microscope (I’m told) the skin looks different at...