Nutrition plays a crucial role in the health and appearance of our skin, acting as a foundational element in addressing various skin conditions and promoting overall dermatological well-being. Conditions such as eczema, skin rashes, acne, and the visible effects of aging are deeply influenced by our dietary choices.
Feeding Your Skin: The Essential Role of Nutrition in Skin Health
Nutritionist for anti-ageing, acne, histamine rashes
Functional Medicine and Skin Health.
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Eczema | Skin Rashes
Our skin has an intricate relationship with our inner health, including our digestion and the microbiome. With our decades of experience in supporting gut health, we’ve helped many hundreds of clients resolving skin rashes and histamine reactions.
Nutrition also plays a pivotal role, and we have a deep understanding of what our skin needs, in order to nourish the skin barrier, and to naturally moisturise from within.
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Anti-Ageing
That ageing affects us all at different rates is indisputable, and much of this can be attributed to lifestyle.
There are a range of nutritional and lifestyle ‘errors’ that people tend to make, which can strongly affect this ageing process. These include both factors that accelerate ageing - and dietary shortfalls that are very easily rectified.
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Acne
Although Acne has a genetic and of course age-related component, we help teenagers make a few diet swaps, to reduce the drivers for acne flares.
Acne in adults however tend to be caused by different factors. Often these people have ‘tried everything’, but it’s never quite enough. Our work with adult acne clients go deeper, addressing root causes for acne, which can often be complex.
Eczema, Skin Rashes, Histamine Reactions
Many of our IBS and Acid Reflux/Heartburn clients experience unexplained skin rashes, dermatitis, hives, or other new skin issues that have appeared suddenly. These tend to respond well to some targeted gut work, and we get good results.
Eczema often requires a slightly different approach and can often also have a very strong genetic component. We usually recommend assessing the Omega 3/6/9 balance, microbiome and Bifidobacterium, and looking at inflammation levels overall.
Skin Anti-Ageing
Factors speeding up skin ageing.
You may be surprised to learn that some lifestyle factors affects the collagen in our skin, such as sugar, which can directly ‘destroy’ skin collagen, too much white flour (ultra-refined food) and excess free radicals.
Slowing down skin ageing.
Specific Vitamins, Phytonutrients and Antioxidants are needed by the skin to maintain moisture and a strong barrier.
How we can help.
We can help assess your diet to identify gaps, and teach you how to incorporate some simple food cheats to nail your skin nutrition and prevent accelerated ageing.
We can also carry out a few tests, to see how your current ageing process is doing, highlighting areas that you need to focus on specifically.
Wondering if this is for you?
Wondering if this Nutrition and Skin Health Approach is for You? If you're someone who struggles with skin issues like eczema, persistent rashes, acne, or concerns about aging skin, the solution might be more than skin-deep. Our approach at Advanced Nutrition Clinic isn’t just about topical treatments; it's about understanding the intimate link between what you eat and the health of your skin. Whether you're dealing with inflammation-related conditions, such as eczema, seeking to manage acne through dietary changes, or aiming to naturally support your skin’s aging process, our nutrition-based strategy is tailored to meet these diverse needs.
This approach is ideal for those who prefer a more holistic and sustainable method to skincare, recognising that the foundation of healthy skin begins from within. By focusing on a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients, not only can you see improvements in your skin’s appearance and health, but you'll also be nurturing your overall well-being. So, if you're curious about how tweaking your diet can lead to clearer, healthier, and more youthful skin, and are ready to explore a comprehensive, nutrition-focused pathway to skin health, this approach is undoubtedly for you.
We understand that you might want to try it first. Pop us a brief note on your health concern, and we’ll let you know what we think is going on with your health.
FAQs
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Absolutely, nutrition is vital in how you produce and break down collagen!
I have strange skin rashes which is not eczema, can you still help? Yes this is definitely our area.
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Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of diseases rather than just treating the symptoms. In the context of skin health, functional medicine looks at various factors like diet, lifestyle, environmental exposures, and genetic predispositions to understand and treat skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and premature aging.
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In functional medicine, common skin conditions like acne and eczema are often viewed as manifestations of underlying imbalances in the body. Practitioners may look at gut health, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, stress levels, and immune system function to understand the root causes. Treatment typically involves a combination of dietary changes, supplements, stress management techniques, and sometimes conventional medications.
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Yes, functional medicine can be particularly beneficial for chronic skin conditions. By focusing on the underlying causes and employing a whole-body approach, functional medicine aims to reduce inflammation, balance the immune system, and restore optimal functioning of the body, which can lead to improvement in chronic skin conditions.
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Dietary recommendations in functional medicine for skin health often include increasing the intake of anti-inflammatory foods like omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and fiber-rich plant foods, while reducing inflammatory foods like processed foods, sugars, and certain dairy products. Individual recommendations can vary based on specific conditions and sensitivities.
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Yes, certain supplements and herbs are commonly used in functional medicine to support skin health. These can include omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, vitamin D, zinc, antioxidants like vitamins C and E, and herbs like turmeric and green tea. The specific choice of supplements and herbs depends on the individual's health status, skin condition, and overall treatment plan.
