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How Eczema Changed My Life

Anyone with serious eczema will tell you that it changes their life.  But my experience led to a career change. Here’s what happened. My Journey […]

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Good News from Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions!

It’s been a busy few months here at Amethyst and now we have three announcements to share. Is there a DOCTOR in the house? Why […]

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Is Herbal Medicine Safe?

Before I opened my practice, I spent weeks researching herbal companies to examine how they sourced their herbs, what they measured to ensure quality, what […]

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CASE STUDY: Psoriasis and Herbal Medicine

Situation When Rebecca* and I first met via video conferencing, she had suffered from plaque psoriasis for over 20 years.  The lesions covered every part […]

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Eczema Herpeticum: What You Should Know

Eczema Herpeticum (EH) is a painful, contagious skin rash usually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Some eczema patients have an EH eruption; so it’s […]

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Eczema/TSW: Why Are Nights So Rough?

If you have eczema or topical steroid withdrawal, nighttime can be tough.  Some people notice an increased feeling of warmth that then leads to increased […]

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Sunscreen: Why Skin Color Matters

One of the most common misconceptions among people with dark skin is that their melanin infused skin blocks all harmful UV rays. While it’s true […]

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“Does This Product/Treatment/Diet Work?”

Many eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) patients learn of various products or treatments or diets via Facebook support groups that have helped other patients […]

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CASE STUDY: Lip Swelling and Herbal Medicine

Situation Lip swelling and issues around the mouth area can come up for people suffering from eczema and topical steroid withdrawal.  Some patients have swelling, […]

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  • Do Grounding Sheets Work? March 29, 2026
  • Video/Podcast: “How to Get Diagnosed with TSW” March 15, 2026
  • How do Herbal Medicines Affect Your Liver? February 12, 2026
  • “Therapeutic Frameworks for TSW Syndrome” – A New Paper from Dr. Olivia February 10, 2026
  • Are Foods in the Nightshade Family Bad for You? February 10, 2026

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