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Feb 2024
27m 33s

Eczema 101 with Andra McHugh

Albiona Rakipi
About this episode

What we talk about with Andra: 

  • The connection between allergies of all kinds and eczema.
  • How gut flora can trigger eczema in individuals. 
  • Changing nutrition options for more digestible and seasonal foods.
  • Methods of treating the skin in a holistic way to provide relief.
  • Identifying what triggers eczema flare ups within your environment and how to make changes.
  • Practicing moderation to keep eczema flare ups to a minimum.
  • Things to avoid and stop using in your home to help prevent eczema flare ups.
  • Inflammatory responses to foods and drinks.
  • Advice about parenting picky eaters when it comes to nutritious foods.

You can find Andra on her website https://eczemakids.com/

You can also check out her podcast, Eczema Kids: https://eczemakids.com/podcast

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