Fibre & Eczema: How Butyrate, F. prausnitzii & the Gut-Skin Axis Connect
Soluble fibre feeds Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, which produces butyrate — a short-chain fatty acid that reduces the intestinal permeability and systemic inflammation most consistently linked to eczema severity. Here's what the evidence shows
Best Sunscreen Habits for Eczema-Prone Skin
Finding a sunscreen that doesn't irritate eczema-prone skin is hard — but not impossible. Here's what to look for, what to avoid, and specific products worth trying.
Vitamin A and Psoriasis: The Mechanism, the Pharmaceutical Connection & the Safety Limits
Vitamin A derivatives are among the most effective psoriasis treatments available. Here's how the mechanism works, where supplements fit, and what the toxicity limits mean.
Vitamin D and Eczema: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in eczema patients and linked to disease severity. Here's what it does, what the research shows, and the UK-specific context most articles miss.
Best Probiotics for Psoriasis: The Gut-Skin Axis Mechanism, Specific Strains & What the Evidence Shows
Which probiotic strains are most relevant to psoriasis, and what does the evidence actually show? Here's an honest guide to gut health support for psoriasis management.
The Contraceptive Pill & Eczema: Oestrogen, Progesterone Sensitivity & Nutrient Depletion Explained
The contraceptive pill depletes zinc, magnesium, and B6 — all specifically relevant to eczema barrier function and immune regulation. Here's the hormonal mechanism and what to do about it
Period Acne: A Cycle-by-Cycle Guide to Managing Hormonal Breakouts
Period acne follows a predictable hormonal pattern — which means it can be managed proactively rather than reactively. Here's the cycle-by-cycle guide.
Milk Thistle for Psoriasis: The Liver Connection, Evidence & How to Use It
Milk thistle's relevance to psoriasis runs through the liver-psoriasis connection. Here's what silymarin actually does, what the evidence shows, and when it's worth considering.
Low-Glycaemic Diet for Acne: What the Evidence Shows, What to Eat & A Full Day of Meals
Low-glycaemic eating reduces acne through insulin, IGF-1, and mTORC1 pathways. Here's the clinical evidence, what GI and GL mean, and a practical full day of meals.
The Psoriasis Diet: What to Eat, What to Avoid & What the Evidence Shows
A psoriasis diet doesn't cure the condition — but NF-κB inhibition through specific polyphenols and Mediterranean dietary patterns have documented evidence. Here's what actually helps and why
Menopause & Eczema: Why It Happens + What Helps
Menopause can trigger or worsen eczema in ways that catch many women off guard. Here's why it happens, what's going on hormonally, and what genuinely helps.
Mould, Damp & Eczema: The Mechanisms & What Actually Helps
Mould worsens eczema through protease-mediated barrier disruption and IgE allergen sensitisation. Here's the mechanism, the UK housing context, and what actually helps.