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Diet and Herbs for Dermatology: An Integrative Approach
Additional Non-CME Resources
Supplements and Herbs for Acne
This article will outline the current evidence for the use of herbs, vitamins, minerals, and probiotics for the treatment of acne. While there is an emphasis on clinical studies in this article, some in vitro studies are mentioned to give background information and mechanistic explanations on the supplements discussed.
Herbs and Supplements for Hair Health and Growth
This activity will describe the different stages of the hair cycle, differentiate the mechanisms by which supplements may support the hair cycle, and recall the evidence for the use of minerals, herbs, and supplements for hair regrowth.
Stress and Sleep Support in Hair Loss Conditions
This comprehensive series offers an in-depth review of the evidence for nutrition, herbs, and supplements to address dermatological conditions including their influence on the microbiome and a discussion of the Gut-Skin-Axis. Topics range from acne and hair care, to nail health and anti-aging, and even discussions around peptide therapy, polyphenols, and amino acids for dermatology.
Nutrition, Herbs, and Supplements for Nail Health
The nail is an extension of the skin and can provide clues to systemic health and wellness. This article highlights a few common nail disorders and the evidence for treating them outside of the pharmaceutical realm. Is biotin all that it is cracked up to be, and should you try tea tree oil for nail fungus?
Can a Gluten Free Diet Help the Skin
Gluten free diets are trendy but they may benefit your skin too. Learn about the evidence behind when a gluten free diet may or may not benefit your skin.
Nutrition and Atopic Dermatitis: What’s the Evidence?
What is the science behind the role of diet and atopic dermatitis. Learn if probiotics, supplements, and food elimination diets can help atopic dermatitis.
How Does Nutrition Affect Acne?
How does dairy and chocolate impact acne? Read about the evidence behind diet and acne.
Nutrition and Psoriasis
Discover the role of weight loss and different nutritionally based approaches for the treatment of psoriasis.
What’s the Evidence for an Elimination Diet and Fasting for Gut and Skin Health
Elimination diets and fasting can help treat various skin conditions as well as improve gut health. This activity will review the elimination diets that may be used as an adjuvant therapy for treating various dermatological diseases and how fasting can improve overall health.
The Role of Nutrition, Herbs, and Supplements for Anti-Aging
Food is a vital part in keeping our bodies healthy and fueled. Nutraceuticals are foods or products isolated from herbs and supplements that, apart from providing nutrition to our bodies, also provide additional physiological and medicinal benefits. As integrative approaches are becoming increasingly preferred by patients, dermatologists find themselves turning to the use of nutraceuticals in preventing cutaneous aging.
The Role of IV Nutritional Therapy in Dermatology
This article will outline what IV nutritional therapy is, why it might be a desired treatment option, and the current evidence for the use IV nutritional therapy in dermatology. This article will also go over contraindications to IV nutritional therapy and the proper assessments that should be done prior to treatment.
The Role of Nutritive and Adaptogenic Herbs in Dermatology
This article will outline the current evidence for the use of nutritive and adaptogenic herbs for the support and treatment of various dermatological manifestations. The article will break down common skin conditions with an emphasis on herbal treatment, as well as diet and lifestyle considerations.
The Gut-Skin Connection and Botanicals
Dr. Ashely Dumont, Chair of LearnSkin's Diet and Herbs for Dermatology CME Series, interviews Dr. Jocelyn Strand to discuss the gut-skin access and botanicals related to the gut-skin access.
Diet and Herbs for Dermatology
Learn how you can successfully utilize nutrition, herbs, and supplements as an adjunct or standalone therapy for various dermatological conditions. Cases are presented and discussed to provide examples of how to approach and communicate with your patients about nutrition, herbs, and supplements and how they can be used to support the overall health of your patients.
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Diet and Herbs for Dermatology: An Integrative Approach chair
Dr. Ashley Dumont, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor and a graduate from the National University of Natural Medicine.
With a deep-rooted passion for dermatology, she believes in taking an evidence-based, holistic and individualized approach to skin health by addressing the foundational aspects of health as well as incorporating botanical medicine, nutraceuticals, mind-body medicine, and IV therapy. Dr. Dumont understands and values the importance of physical, spiritual, and emotional health and its direct connection to achieving healthy skin and overall wellness. Her goal is to empower her patients to take an active role in their personal and unique path to healing.
Meet Diet and Herbs for Dermatology: An Integrative Approach faculty
Emerald Curry is a physician assistant working in dermatology in Sacramento, California. She graduated in September 2019 from UC Davis. She enjoys being a PA as she is able to help an underserved population whom she believes is so worthy of care. Emerald's interests include integrative medicine, learning about the human microbiome, and all things general dermatology related.
Sonali Nanda is a fourth-year medical student at The University of Virginia, expected to graduate medical school in May 2020. She is applying for a residency position in dermatology this fall. Sonali graduated from The University of Virginia undergraduate program with honors and with research distinction in Neuroscience. Prior to attending medical school, she completed a Masters of Science in Narrative Medicine at Columbia University. Sonali then worked in clinical and basic science research at The Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery in Miami, Florida and explored her interests of hair, pediatrics, medical dermatology, and nutrition in dermatology. She is interested in creating content that will educate physicians and the public on current topics in dermatology.
Adrianne Pan is a third year medical student at California Northstate University. She graduated from UC Davis in 2018 with a degree in Cell Biology. Adrianne has a strong interest in integrative dermatology and is always looking for new approaches to improve skin health.
Anastasia Shakhbazova is a 2nd year medical student at the University of California, Riverside. She graduated from the University of California, Riverside in 2018 with a degree in biology and a minor in psychology. Anastasia has developed a strong interest in dermatology since learning that a person’s skin can often show signs of other underlying problems. In addition, she also likes that providing treatment for skin conditions gives an opportunity to increase the patient’s overall well-being and self-esteem. She believes that eating a well-balanced diet, staying hydrated, getting exercise, and having proper sleep hygiene can contribute to a healthier body and mind, which can all result in more youthful skin.
