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Eczema and Psoriasis—Natural Approaches

November 20, 2014

By Dr. Alison Kerns Eczema and psoriasis are two of the most challenging chronic, everyday skin conditions encountered in dermatology. Both eczema and psoriasis tend to have a genetic component and they can be triggered by stress and environmental factors. Neither condition is contagious nor infections and they cannot be transmitted by external contact or … Continued

Food Allergies, Food Intolerance, A Body Building Diet & Kindra’s Itchy Face (Part 1 of 5)

March 25, 2013

When it comes to food allergies, dramatic consequences come to mind: hives, shortness of breath, the throat sealing closed, swelling, an inability to breathe, anaphylaxis, and possibly even death. While these things can and do occur, fortunately, incidences such as these are fairly rare. In fact, it is estimated that only 4% of the American … Continued