MY SKIN IS BREAKING OUT
MY SKIN IS BREAKING OUT (and the Problem Might Be in Your Gut) “I’ve tried every serum, cleanser, and clay mask, but my skin is still breaking out.” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone and the answer may not be found in your skincare drawer at all. What if I told you that your breakouts could be coming from inside your body , not outside? Yes, I’m talking about your gut . The Real Root of Skin Problems: Your Gut Health While it's tempting to blame acne on hormones, makeup, or even that one chocolate bar, the truth is chronic breakouts often start with poor gut health . Inside your digestive system lives a complex community of bacteria and fungi - your gut microbiome . When this delicate ecosystem is out of balance (a condition known as gut dysbiosis ), everything from your digestion to your immune system and skin health can go haywire. Here’s how it works: When you have gut dysbiosis, especially an overgrowth of fungal organisms like Candida, your gut li...