Supplements for Skin Health: Do They Work?
The best source of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients is a healthy diet full of fresh, whole foods like whole grains, fruits and vegetables....
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman and Amethyst Holistic Health Solutions bring you the latest information on skin health, TCM herbal medicine, and lifestyle tips that can help you reach your health and wellness goals. Below is a complete list of our articles and media posts:
CASE STUDY: TSW Affects More Than Just Skin
Topical Steroid Withdrawal isn’t confined to just skin symptoms. Many who suffer with TSW experience severe body-wide internal symptoms as well. People often don’t think...
Curcumin for Skin Health?
Turmeric, the bright gold spice that forms the backbone of curry powder, is a treasure chest of anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory compounds. The most potent...
Research Highlights Chinese Herbal Medicine for TSW
If you suffer from topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) and are on the fence about trying traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), research is mounting that supports TCM’s...
Hand Care When Your Skin Hurts
Chances are you take great care of your face since it is the focal point of your appearance and first impression when you meet people....
The Fall Season: What Chinese Medicine Says
Welcome to Autumn! The seasons are changing and so are your health needs. What TCM Says About Fall Traditional Chinese Medicine always warns that you...
When You’re Down – Here’s What’s Important
For those of us who have suffered with chronic skin conditions, either currently or in the past, we know how despair and hurt can overcome...
CASE STUDY: Results in Overcoming TSW
Situation: “I developed eczema after having my daughter. Over the period of a year, I tried everything under the sun: allergy testing, NAET, naturopathy, homeopathy,...
Infrared and Red Light Therapy – Healing or Hype?
A variety of different light therapies claim to offer benefits for skin health. The most popular are red and infrared light therapy.Sometimes red and infrared...