158 - Uncovering the Root Causes of Skin Issues: Gut Health, Hormones & Detox with Helen Taylor

In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel podcast, Helen Taylor, shares her extensive journey in understanding the connection between gut health, hormonal imbalances, and skin conditions.  Helen discusses her personal experiences with health challenges, the importance of holistic approaches to wellness, and the often-overlooked impact of diet and environmental toxins on skin health. The conversation delves into the gut-skin connection, the role of sugar and hormones, and the significance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms in conventional medicine.  In this conversation, Helen and Leigh delve into the evolving landscape of functional medicine, focusing on the intricate relationship between gut health and skin conditions. They discuss advanced testing methods, the importance of individualized treatment, and the impact of lifestyle changes on skin health.  The conversation also highlights the role of toxicity in health issues, emerging therapies in gut and skin health, and effective detoxification techniques. They emphasize the need for a personalized approach to health, acknowledging the unique biochemical makeup of each individual. We discussed: 00:00 Introduction to Gut Health and Personal Journey 02:59 The Impact of Hormonal Imbalances 06:02 Aging and Body Care 08:57 The Gut-Skin Connection 11:46 Understanding Skin Conditions 15:03 The Role of Sugar and Hormones 18:02 Toxins in Our Environment 20:58 Overlooked Sources of Toxicity 23:51 Conventional Medicine vs. Root Causes 27:01 Finding Solutions to Skin Issues 31:51 Exploring Advanced Testing Methods 34:43 The Importance of Individualized Treatment 36:44 Lifestyle Changes for Skin Health 40:43 Understanding Toxicity and Its Effects 44:42 Emerging Therapies in Gut and Skin Health 49:33 Detoxification Techniques and Their Importance 54:37 Addressing Fungal Overgrowth and Parasites 58:39 Questioning Dietary Norms and Microbiome Health You can find Helen @: Website: http://thewellness-concierge.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568193574841 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellness_concierge/ Send us a text Support the show Don"t forget to leave a Rating for the podcast! You can find Leigh @: Leigh"s website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://bit.ly/ChronicPainValuableTips Leigh"s courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/