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Teenage Acne: Moms, Don’t Let It Run Its Course!

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions among people of all age groups, but it can be especially troublesome during the teenage years. […]

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Herbal Medicine: How Long to Heal Eczema?

One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my eczema?” This is a very […]

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Sleep: Why it’s Important for Healthy Skin

Have you ever been tempted to cancel plans because you need your beauty sleep? Well, it turns out that beauty sleep is a real thing! […]

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CASE STUDY: Eczema Swelling and Herbal Medicine

Situation Natasha came to Amethyst after an eczema flare.  Her face had swelled beyond recognition. A year ago she started getting itchy and severely swollen […]

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What Does Herbal Medicine Taste Like?

When I show patients a typical dosage of herbal medicine, a plastic sachet of vacuum-packed brown colored liquid that looks like a cell phone sized […]

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CASE STUDY: Treating Contact Dermatitis with Herbal Medicine

Situation After playing outside with his granddaughter, John* noticed red bumps around his left ear.  At first, he tried to self treat with essential oils […]

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Dry Brushing and Exfoliating: How Does it Help Skin?

Many people don’t think of exfoliating as an essential part of their skin care routine, but it’s actually just as important as cleansing and moisturizing. […]

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When Does Herbal Medicine Work for Eczema?

Many eczema patients wonder, “When should I try herbal medicine?  Is it good for the beginning stages of eczema? When it’s flaring?  When it’s chronic […]

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CASE STUDY: Treating Facial Eczema with Herbal Medicine

Situation Janet’s* eczema started with a nickel sized red patch under the right corner of her mouth.   Her eczema slowly morphed to include red bumps […]

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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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