Emotional and Psychological Barriers to Healing Skin Conditions
You want to heal your skin condition permanently, but something always happens to stop a successful treatment plan. Or, you mindlessly eat or do something...
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:
Zero Waste Personal Care Products
If you’re like most people, your bathroom is full of disposable plastic bottles, tubes, and applicators full of personal care and wellness products. But plastic...
CASE STUDY: Rosacea Induced by TSW
Western medical doctors view topical steroids as a first line of defense in almost all skin conditions as they provide short-term relief for many symptoms....
Chinese New Year Brings New Energy
The 2022 Chinese lunar new year starts on February 1st when the Year of the Tiger roars in. Each new animal year brings its own...
The Winter Season: What Chinese Medicine Says
The winter season in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the most “yin” time of year. Yin moves inward and in winter everything contracts. Trees and...
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....
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...