The Eczema Podcast

Bacterial vs. Fungal Overgrowth: The Hidden Impact on Skin and Gut Health - S7E4 (REBROADCAST)

The Eczema Podcast

Show Notes

Did you know that many eczema sufferers often experience significant bacterial or fungal overgrowth—or even a combination of both? ​ This is why treatments that only focus on addressing bacterial overgrowth might not fully help the skin, especially if fungal overgrowth hasn't been addressed. ​ In this episode, Abby welcomes JP, from the Eczema Conquerors Team. With over 10 years of experience treating eczema, JP dives deep into the connection between gut health and skin conditions. ​ Here's what you'll learn: ​- The different gut microbes (like staph, strep, and candida) and their impact on eczema - How to differentiate between bacterial and fungal overgrowth on the skin - The role of malassezia in seborrheic dermatitis and fungal overgrowth - How long it can take for the gut to recover from antibiotics (hint: over a year!) - The link between recurring yeast infections, digestive issues, and eczema flares ​ ​ Want to learn more from our team? Book your free breakthrough call now and start your journey: https://www.conqueryoureczema.com/results ​ Get my free guide on 15 Overlooked Root Causes of Eczema: https://conqueryoureczema.com/root-causes-guide ​ For more resources and support, www.eczemaconquerors.com

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