It's one of the most talked-about topics in dermatology—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee explore the fascinating connection between your gut and your skin. They explain how inflammation, diet, and the microbiome influence everything from acne and eczema to psoriasis and overall skin health.

You'll learn how food choices, stress, and even sleep affect your gut's barrier (and, in turn, your skin's barrier), plus why the gut-brain-skin axis matters more than ever. The hosts share practical, science-backed ways to support gut health—from fiber and probiotics to lifestyle adjustments—and debunk myths about "one-size-fits-all" supplements and miracle diets.

This week's "Did You Know?" reveals just how many bacteria call your gut home (hint: way more than your skin has cells) and how they help your body heal itself from the inside out.

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