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The Emotional Toll of Eczema

Does this sound familiar: Self Esteem Yes, eczema can throw a real monkey wrench into a person’s self-esteem.  Not only can the constant judgment, questions and advice of others […]

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Exercise: Building Skin Not Just Muscles!

By now, we all know that exercise is necessary for good physical health. Exercise is essential for a fit and toned body, a healthy heart, […]

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FAQs: Switching from Dupixent® (dupilumab) to Herbal Medicine

Many eczema patients have been using the new biologic, Dupixent® (dupilumab).  Some patients see great results with these drugs but some experience negative side effects.  […]

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Holiday Stress: 10 Best Skin Strategies to Keep Your Skin Glowing

There are lots of things to love about the holidays… food, friends, family, and parties, to name a few! In all of that excitement, we […]

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How are Eczema Herbal Medicines Prepared?

In a previous article, How does TCM customize treatment for eczema? we delved into how we match herbal formulas ingredients to a person’s individual eczema presentation at […]

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CASE STUDY: Treating Topical Steroid Withdrawal and Red Skin Syndrome with Herbal Medicine

Jane* and I have been working together via video conference for the past few months.  She has suffered from Red Skin Syndrome (RSS) for over […]

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How to Keep Skin Healthy in Winter

Winter brings colder temperatures, stronger winds, and less moisture in the air. All these factors can make skin irritated, dry, chapped, and red. But, with […]

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How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach Eczema?

Recently, I was invited to the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center to speak about how Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches Eczema.  Many people asked me if I […]

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How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Customize Treatment for Eczema?

In our last article, How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach Eczema? we learned that TCM differentiates each patient’s eczema presentation using terms like HEAT, DAMP, WIND, […]

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