The Best Probiotics for Eczema
Probiotics for eczema: which strains are most studied, what the evidence shows, what to look for in a supplement, and how gut health fits into the bigger picture.
Does Dairy Cause Acne? The Mechanisms, the Evidence & What to Do About It
Multiple meta-analyses link dairy — particularly milk and whey — to acne. Here's what the research shows, why skimmed milk appears worse than whole, and what to do about it.
Herbal Treatments for Psoriasis: What Has RCT Evidence, What Has Mechanism Only & What to Avoid
Oregon grape has published RCT evidence through berberine's keratinocyte inhibition. Turmeric's curcumin needs piperine for bioavailability. Fragrance-heavy essential oils are documented contact allergens on psoriatic skin. And some Ayurvedic preparations carry undisclosed heavy metals. Here's the honest hierarchy.
Alcohol and Eczema or Psoriasis: How It Worsens Symptoms & What to Drink Instead
Alcohol is one of the most consistently documented triggers for both psoriasis and eczema — through specific mechanisms. Here's why, plus alcohol-free alternatives worth trying.
Vitamin D and Psoriasis: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in psoriasis and linked to disease severity. Here's the specific mechanism, the topical treatment context, and what supplementation shows.
Psoriasis Smoothies: 5 Recipes, the Mechanism Behind Each Ingredient & Why Fibre Matters More Than Juice
Turmeric's curcumin inhibits NF-κB, blueberries' anthocyanins reduce TNF-α, and flaxseed's ALA provides omega-3 alongside prebiotic fibre for the gut-skin axis. Here are five recipes — plus why juicing removes the fibre that makes smoothies specifically better for psoriasis
Intermittent Fasting and Eczema or Psoriasis: What the Evidence Shows
Intermittent fasting suppresses mTORC1 and reduces IGF-1 — two pathways directly relevant to psoriasis and eczema. Here's the honest evidence and who's most likely to benefit
Drinking Water & Eczema/Psoriasis: The TEWL Mechanism, NMF Distinction & What Actually Hydrates Skin
Eczema dryness is caused by TEWL through a compromised barrier — not insufficient water intake. Drinking more water doesn't reach the stratum corneum. Here's what actually keeps eczema and psoriasis skin hydrated and why
Best Herbal Teas for Psoriasis & Eczema Relief
Some herbal teas have genuine anti-inflammatory and skin-relevant properties. Here's what each does, what the evidence shows, and which are worth making a daily habit.
Psoriasis-Friendly Breakfast: 5 Recipes with the NF-κB Mechanism Behind Each Ingredient
Oats' beta-glucan, berries' anthocyanin NF-κB inhibition, and flaxseed's ALA address psoriasis inflammatory pathways from the first meal of the day. Here are five recipes — plus the breakfast foods most consistently associated with flare worsening.
The Eczema Diet: Best Foods, Common Triggers & How to Find Your Pattern
Diet influences eczema through inflammation, gut health, and food sensitivity — but not equally for everyone. Here's what the research shows and how to identify your personal pattern.
Elimination Diet for Eczema & Psoriasis: The 4-Week Protocol, What to Test & How to Reintroduce
A systematic elimination and reintroduction protocol — not blanket food removal — is the only reliable way to identify personal eczema and psoriasis triggers. Here's the four-week framework, what to test, and why reintroduction matters more than elimination.