4 Ways to Heal Behind Knee Eczema
In previous posts, we shared some tips on treating lower body eczema like foot eczema, but are you or a loved one suffering from behind knee eczema? This type of lower body eczema can be rather irritating and difficult to treat due to the area behind the knee being sensitive and moist. Learn 4 ways…
Read MoreBaby Dairy Allergy Q&A with Board Certified Allergist Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan
In honor of Food Allergy Action Month, we’re excited to answer your most common baby dairy allergy questions in our interview with Ready, Set, Food! Chief Allergist Katie Marks-Cogan M.D (see bio below). What are the symptoms of an igE-mediated dairy allergy? Are they the same for babies? Symptoms can include hives, swelling of lips/tongue,…
Read MoreEczema and Alcohol: Should You Avoid It?
Let’s be honest – who doesn’t love a little bit of alcohol here and there? Sometimes it can be difficult resisting a drink, but did you know that alcohol consumption can actually affect skin too? If you’ve never thought about the combination of eczema and alcohol, then we suggest you read on. Discover how alcohol…
Read MoreRochelle’s Story: From Eczematous Skin to TSW Eczema
While steroids are prescribed to treat skin conditions such as eczematous rash and eczematous skin, prolonged use of these medications can diminish their effectiveness overtime. Topical Steroid Withdrawal (also known as TSW Eczema) consist of a variety of symptoms that occur after discontinuing or reducing the application of topical steroids. Rochelle, who has dealt with…
Read MoreHow to Choose Clothing for Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin skincare has become more popular over the years. In fact, a quick search on the web shows thousands of creams, balms, and soaps that target specific skin conditions. However, have you ever thought about clothing for sensitive skin? Like skincare, clothing can be an extremely beneficial factor in healing skin conditions like eczema,…
Read MoreHow to Handle Asthma in Toddlers
Do you think your little one might be experiencing asthma symptoms, but you’re not completely sure? This week, Tracy Bush, a Food Allergy Consultant, offers recommendations on how to identify asthma in toddlers, as well as some tips on teaching your little one to understand their own health. Asthma is a common trigger of various…
Read MoreHow to Reduce Eczema by Controlling Dust Mite Allergy Symptoms
Have you ever thought you might be suffering from eczema due to dust mite allergy symptoms? Learn all about the dreaded dust mite allergy rash and how dust mites and eczema can be related! By Stevie Simpson (see bio below) Eczema can be a frustrating and embarrassing problem. If you experience this issue, it can…
Read MoreWhy You Should Try Witch Hazel for Eczema
By Laura Dolgy (see bio below) If you’re suffering from eczema and researching remedies to heal your skin naturally, then you most likely have already come across using witch hazel for eczema. Witch hazel is currently being used as a home remedy for a variety of ailments such as bug bites, acne, haemorrhoids and lastly,…
Read MoreHow An Eczema Massage Can Benefit The Body and Mind
By Kortney Kwong Hing (see bio below) Is your eczema holding you back from getting a massage? I get it, when I have flares I like to keep them concealed and the last thing I would want is to have someone touching my skin on and around them. I also used to be embarrassed by…
Read MoreHow to Control Asthma at Night
Suffering from asthma at night? Indoor air quality specialist, Patrick Holmes’ offers recommendations for nighttime asthma, as well as home remedies for asthma cough at night. By Patrick Holmes (bio below) Asthma is one of the most common illnesses today. It can cause chronic bronchitis and regular chest infections. When asthma is worse at night, we…
Read MoreTop Essential Oils to Buy for Eczema & Dry Skin
By Brooke Cade (see bio below) Eczema is a chronic skin condition that affects over 30 million Americans. Common as it may be, eczema is still an uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating condition that can compromise your quality of living. To treat eczema, more and more people are turning away from conventional medicine to essential oils as…
Read MoreThe Best Supplements for Eczema to Treat Inflammation, Immunity & the Gut
By Dr. Erica Armstrong (bio below) – When healing from inflammation it’s important to supply the body with the proper nutrients, minerals and antioxidants from food; however, sometimes supplementation is necessary. Today I’m going to share the best supplements for eczema symptoms and root causes you may want to try. In a functional whole person approach…
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