32. A Naturopathic Nutritionist’s Take on Healing Acne with Melissa Birch

Emily interviews Melissa Birch, a naturopathic nutritionist, she shares her journey with acne and how it led her to specialize in acne. She takes a holistic approach to address the root causes of acne, focusing on anti-inflammatory foods, balancing blood sugar, and incorporating a balanced 80-20 approach to nutrition, emotional well being, and mindset. Melissa emphasizes the importance of individualized approaches and tailoring recommendations based on each client's symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle. She also discusses the role of gut health in acne and the use of functional testing to identify root causes. Melissa shares lifestyle modifications, such as walking and lymphatic drainage, that can support gut and skin health. She also provides skincare recommendations for acne-prone skin.   Find Melissa on her website and on Instagram You can find Emily’s curated skincare shop on her website here: https://stratumaesthetics.com/collections Hang out with her on Instagram and Find Emily on YouTube