358: Surprising Skin Signs Of A Hidden Parasites-Gut Problem w/ Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS

The Healthy Skin Show

Did you know that skin problems can be signs of hidden parasites-gut imbalances?
And that if you have a skin rash like chronic hives, psoriasis, or eczema, the chances that you have gut parasites are quite high?
In fact, some symptoms of parasites might seem totally unrelated to your skin or gut health. And my many years of clinical experience has proven over time that some people have no gut symptoms at all, even though they have gut parasites lurking under the surface.
So if you’ve wanted to know how to know if you have parasites or “parasite hot spots” to be careful around – this is the episode for you!
Joining me to demystify gut parasites in adults and children is Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS, a clinical nutritionist who helps babies and children with chronic rashes navigate the journey to healthy skin so they can enjoy a childhood free from disruptive skin symptoms. As one of the most trusted pediatric skin-focused nutritionists, Jen is passionate about helping families get to the root causes of the problem through her unique method called Conquer Your Child’s Rashesᵀᴹ.
Let’s dive in!

In This Episode:

• Types of gut parasites
• How often do we see parasites in clients
• How to know if you have parasites — gut symptoms + beyond
• Foods that are “parasite hot spots”
• Are pinworms contagious?
• Perioral dermatitis parasite connection
• Parasite and skin rash connection in children
• Surprising signs of gut parasites in adults
• Reasons why you are itchier at night

Quotes
“I found a study that says that the prevalence of parasitic infections in both adults and children who have chronic hives is 75%.” – Jennifer Brand, MS, MPH, CNS
“What I tend to see in adults is like nighttime disturbances: You could have really bad dreams, really stressful dreams, night terrors, nightmares, clenching your jaw, TMJ-type issues…” – Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS
Links
Find Jennifer Brand online | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok
GOT RASHY KIDS? Register for Jennifer Brand’s free training – http://www.ConquerYourChildsRashes.com
FOR SKIN RASH WARRIOR ADULTS! Save your seat for Jennifer Fugo’s free training (7 Skin Rash Mistakes) – http://www.RebuildHealthySkin.com
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Kapitel

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Types of gut parasites (00:02:00)

3. How common are gut parasites in skin problems? (00:07:34)

4. How do you get parasites, and are they really uncommon in the US? (00:10:20)

5. Are pinworms contagious? (00:19:42)

6. Parasite and skin problems connection in children (00:22:44)

7. Surprising signs in adults of parasites in your gut (00:25:27)

8. Reasons you’re more itchy at night (00:31:00)

9. Final thoughts (00:32:40)