atopic dermatitis

Ocean water waves coming into shore with slightly stormy sky at Encinitas beach in California.

ByChristy Cushing
February 15, 2022
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Self care involves all the time and investments we make to ourselves that contribute to our overall well being. When we live with eczema and severe nickel allergies our self care practice includes the various steps we take to listen to our bodies and to live low nickel.

ByChristy Cushing
April 11, 2021
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How I accept my eczema and the 8 specific questions I ask myself to help manage my eczema flare-up.

ByChristy Cushing
October 1, 2020
15 comments

Maybe you recently returned from your doctor’s office, after a skin patch test, or perhaps you’re searching for…

ByChristy Cushing
February 9, 2019
2 comments

Have you ever tried low nickel red pepper soup? A great alternative to tomato soup, it takes time to roast the peppers but the added flavor is so worth it!

ByChristy Cushing
January 8, 2019
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Eczema and pain are two complex medical diagnosis. Apparently there’s been a lot of research about the itchiness…

ByChristy Cushing
October 15, 2018
16 comments

Many of us learn of our systemic nickel allergies because we eat or ate an abundance of oatmeal,…

ByChristy Cushing
August 10, 2018
20 comments

My skin story is an ongoing struggle with eczema. Though the low nickel diet has drastically reduced and…

ByChristy Cushing
June 23, 2018
3 comments

Whether it’s spending time at the pool or hiking outside, I love to have fun in the sun. I also prioritize protecting my skin by using sunscreen, wearing sunglasses and covering up.