In this episode, Dr. Diane Fong, ND — The Eczema Doc — and Clean Body practitioner Tori Taggart, MS, CNS, reveal why so many babies and children struggle with eczema and why symptoms often come back even after steroids, antibiotics, or prescription creams. We break down the root causes most pediatricians miss and explain how to start true healing from the inside out.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why conventional eczema treatments don’t create lasting relief
 • How birth factors and early microbiome disruption contribute to eczema
 • The role of toxins from pregnancy, home products, food, and environment
 • What “leaky skin” means and why babies’ skin barriers are naturally weaker
 • Early signs to look for — and what they really mean
 • The first simple steps parents can take this week to reduce flares
 • How journaling, nutrition basics, cleaning products, and nervous system support make a difference
 • When testing and targeted protocols become important

If you’ve ever wondered why your child’s eczema isn’t improving — or what else you should be looking for — this episode gives you the clarity and direction to begin root-cause healing.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/eczema-in-kids?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

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Is your “eczema” actually being driven by fungus? In this episode, Dr. Fong and Cleanbody practitioner and expert, Tori Taggart, MS, CNS, LDN, unpack the three fungal drivers they see most in clinic—Malassezia on skin, Candida in the gut, and environmental mold—and how they overlap to create relentless flares. You’ll learn how to spot “yeast mapping,” which oils calm vs. feed Malassezia, when to test (stool, OAT, IgE/IgG, mycotoxins, skin scrapings), and smart anti-fungal nutrition swaps that don’t wreck your microbiome.

What you’ll learn

• Skin signs that hint “this is yeast,” not just dermatitis
• Why certain oils & butters (olive, jojoba, shea, cocoa, etc.) can feed Malassezia—and safer options (MCT C8–C10, squalane)
• How Candida overgrowth (post-antibiotics, stress, sugar) drives leaky gut → immune flares on skin
• Mold 101: where it hides (bath, HVAC, basements), who’s more sensitive, and simple at-home screening before you hire a pro
• Testing map: when to pair stool + OAT, consider serum IgE, and environmental checks
• Food as medicine: anti-fungal choices (garlic, herbs, fiber, non-starchy veg) and what to pause short-term (sugars, juices/dried fruit, alcohol, kombucha/yeasty ferments)
• Topicals that align with a fungal plan: kill & replenish (gentle antimicrobials + probiotic skin support)

🧪 Ready for a tailored plan? Book an Eczema Evaluation — $47 with code AWARE (normally $97) through Oct 31.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode.

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

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Do your eczema flares get worse before your period, during stressful seasons, or after having a baby? 👀
 If so, your hormones may be the hidden trigger.

In this episode of Live with The Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong breaks down how hormonal imbalances—from estrogen dominance to high cortisol, thyroid shifts, and even testosterone changes—can directly impact your skin barrier, inflammation levels, and healing process.

You’ll learn:

• Why period flares often mean estrogen and progesterone are out of balance
• How stress hormones like cortisol flip from calming to inflaming the skin
• The surprising thyroid–eczema connection most doctors overlook
• Why both men and women need to check hormones when eczema won’t budge
• The right tests (and timing!) to uncover hidden imbalances
• Practical steps to support hormone balance while you heal your skin

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/hormones_and_eczema?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

✨ Ready to uncover whether your hormones are driving your eczema?

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
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Many people with eczema also share their lives with beloved pets—and the thought of giving them up can feel devastating. But can you really keep your furry (or feathery) family member and still heal your skin?

In this episode of Live with the Eczema Doc, Dr. Diane Fong, ND, dives deep into the connection between pet allergies and eczema. You’ll learn:

• 📊 Pet allergy statistics and why people with eczema are far more prone to reactions.
• 🐶🐱 Types of allergens from cats, dogs, birds, rodents, and more—including dander, saliva, sebaceous secretions, urine, and feather dust.
• ❌ Why “hypoallergenic” pets are a myth (and what’s actually happening when a breed seems easier to tolerate).
• 🧬 How genetics, environmental toxins, diet, mold, parasites, and overall inflammatory load all amplify pet-related allergies.
• 🧪 Testing options for identifying true pet allergies.
• 🏡 Practical, step-by-step strategies to reduce allergen exposure in your home without necessarily giving up your pet—such as air filters, neutralizing sprays, grooming practices, and cleaning techniques.
• 🔑 The Cleanbody Funnel Approach: how lowering your overall toxic and inflammatory burden can improve immune regulation and reduce allergic responses over time.

Dr. Fong also shares her own story of struggling with severe cat and dog allergies—and how healing her body lowered her sensitivity dramatically. Whether you’re trying to decide if your pet is a hidden trigger or just need strategies to coexist more comfortably, this episode offers compassionate, research-backed guidance.

✨ Read the blog on this topic here: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/are-pet-allergies-causing-your-eczema-symptoms

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

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Do you have toxic skin? If you’re struggling with stubborn eczema that isn’t responding to creams, diets, or even functional medicine protocols — hidden heavy metal toxicity could be the missing piece.

In Episode #16 of Live with the Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong explores how toxic burden from heavy metals like mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, and aluminum may be silently disrupting your detox pathways, hormones, and immune system — ultimately inflaming your skin.

You’ll learn:

• What “toxic burden” really means (and why your body’s funnel might be clogged)
• The most common sources of heavy metal exposure in daily life (yes, even your cookware, deodorant, and bed sheets!)
• How heavy metals disrupt your endocrine system, trigger oxidative stress, and worsen eczema
• Why sweating, itching, or fatigue during flares might actually be signs of toxic overload
• Which labs and functional medicine tests can reveal hidden toxicity (urine, challenge tests, hair, stool, and more)
• Dr. Fong’s 4-phase Cleanbody Method to safely reduce toxic burden without crashing your system
• Why jumping into a detox too early can worsen eczema and even land you in the ER — and how to do it the right way

✨ Plus: Get practical steps to clean up your home, products, food, and water to start reducing exposure today.

🔗 Mentioned in the episode:

• Free Eczema Root Cause Assessment
• Cleanbody Product Recommendations
• EWG Tap Water
• EWG Skin Deep
• EWG Seafood Consumer Guide

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Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

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If your eczema keeps flaring—especially on your face, neck, or scalp—despite trying every cream under the sun, you might be missing two of the biggest hidden troublemakers: Staph aureus and Malassezia. In this episode of Live with the Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong dives deep into how these bacteria and yeast silently disrupt your skin barrier, trigger inflammation, and make healing nearly impossible without the right root-cause approach.

You’ll learn:

• Why 90% of eczema sufferers have an overgrowth of Staph aureus—and how to test for it
• What Malassezia is (hint: it loves oil!) and why your favorite moisturizer might be making things worse
• How diet (especially sugar!), sweat, and a damaged microbiome contribute to overgrowth
• The difference between oil-based and water-based topicals—and which one is right for your skin
• Natural solutions, including topical sprays, microbiome support, and how to tell if you need antifungal vs. antibacterial care

Whether you’ve been stuck in a cycle of antibiotics, are still itchy despite "natural" treatments, or just want real answers—this episode is your wake-up call to start treating the right root cause.

🎧 Tune in to finally understand how to stop feeding the bugs—and start healing your skin from within.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/eczema-s-biggest-troublemakers-staph-and-malassezia?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

Join The Eczema Doc Live!
Catch the live recording of this podcast every week on YouTube (@cleanbody.health) and Instagram (@drfong.nd) to ask your questions in real-time.

Could your daily sugar intake be silently sabotaging your skin? In this episode of Live with the Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong breaks down the powerful connection between sugar, inflammation, and eczema—and why even “healthy” sugars could be causing flare-ups.

You’ll learn:

• Why all types of sugar—including carbs and fruit—can impact eczema
• How insulin resistance and blood sugar spikes fuel chronic inflammation
• The shocking link between eczema and type 2 diabetes (and what that means for your skin)
• How sugar affects your gut microbiome and contributes to leaky gut
• The best ways to balance your plate to keep blood sugar stable (hint: it’s not just about cutting carbs!)
• How to eat your meals in the right order to prevent flares
• Easy swaps and sugar-conscious meals for eczema healing
• Testing options: glucose, A1C, HOMA-IR, and continuous glucose monitors

Whether you're struggling with flare-ups, navigating your child’s eczema, or just curious about how sugar could be playing a hidden role, this episode gives you practical steps and science-backed insights to take control of your health—starting with your plate.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/how-sugar-impacts-eczema-reduce-flareups-with-smart-sugar-choices?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

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Did you know there are seven different types of eczema—and each one may have a different root cause? In this powerful episode, Dr. Fong, aka The Eczema Doc, breaks down the seven types of eczema and shares how to identify which one you have. From atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis to seborrheic, dyshidrotic, and more, she dives into the unique triggers and personalized healing strategies for each.

You’ll learn:

• How to tell which type of eczema you're experiencing
• Why conventional treatments often miss the mark
• The Cleanbody root cause approach to healing from within
• What diet, lifestyle, environment, and emotional factors may be contributing to YOUR flares
• When and how to test for things like leaky gut, toxic burden, or microbial imbalances
• What you can start doing TODAY to get real, lasting relief

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/7typesofeczema?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

Join The Eczema Doc Live!
Catch the live recording of this podcast every week on YouTube (@cleanbody.health) and Instagram (@drfong.nd) to ask your questions in real-time.

If you or your child have eczema, then you know how difficult it can be to get a good night's sleep. Whether you're dealing with mild, moderate, or severe eczema, the intense itchiness, inflammation, and discomfort can keep you tossing and turning all night. The result? Fatigue, frustration, and an even harder time managing your eczema flares. Sleep is essential for healing, and without it, your skin—and overall health—will struggle.

In this episode of Live with The Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong dives deep into the connection between eczema and sleep disturbances. She breaks down the science behind why eczema sufferers struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, explaining how issues like circadian rhythm imbalances, cortisol fluctuations, increased nighttime inflammation, and temperature regulation all contribute to restless nights.

But don't worry—help is here! Dr. Fong shares research-backed natural remedies to help you finally get the sleep you need to heal your skin. Learn how to choose the best sleep support based on your specific symptoms, whether it's difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently, or dealing with nighttime itchiness.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

✅ Why Eczema Disrupts Sleep – The role of cortisol, melatonin imbalances, and circadian rhythm disruptions in poor sleep quality.

✅ Understanding the Nighttime Itch-Scratch Cycle – Why you wake up itching and how to break the cycle.

✅ Proven Remedies for Sleep Support – Backed by research and clinical experience. 

✅ Itch-Relief Strategies for Better Sleep – Why addressing the root cause of your itch is crucial for uninterrupted rest.

✅ Sleep Hygiene Tips for Eczema Sufferers – Simple but powerful habits to create an ideal sleep environment.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/how-eczema-disrupts-sleep-and-proven-remedies-for-restful-nights?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

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Are you struggling to manage your child’s eczema and feeling frustrated with conventional treatments that only provide temporary relief? In this episode of Live with The Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong dives deep into the root causes of eczema in babies and children, why conventional treatments like topical steroids, Dupixent, and biologics fall short, and how a holistic approach can provide lasting relief.

Dr. Fong shares:
✅ Why conventional treatments don’t heal eczema and their potential risks
✅ The 6 root causes of childhood eczema, including microbiome imbalances, toxic burden, leaky gut, and nutritional deficiencies
✅ How environmental toxins, birth factors, and immune system immaturity play a role
✅ The 3-step holistic approach to treating eczema from the inside out
✅ Natural remedies, healing baths, and non-toxic topicals to support the skin barrier
✅ How to assess and test for your child’s eczema triggers

If you're looking for a long-term solution to your child’s eczema beyond just suppressing symptoms, this episode is for you. 

🎧 Subscribe & share with other parents navigating childhood eczema! 💙 #HealingEczema #EczemaDoc #NaturalHealing

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/treating-the-root-cause-of-eczema-in-children-and-babies?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Discover Lasting Relief with The Eczema Doc!
Learn more about holistic eczema solutions and explore Cleanbody at www.cleanbody.health.

Ready to take the first step towards relief?
Check out all of our FREE Eczema Resources to explore free eczema resources, including a 2-Min Eczema Root Cause Assessment and Dr. Fong's Free Eczema Healing Kickstart Course, and begin your journey to healthier skin!

Book a Consultation with Dr. Fong
Looking for a more personalized approach? Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Dr. Fong, and get 10% OFF your first session using code LIVE10 at checkout.

Join The Eczema Doc Live!
Catch the live recording of this podcast every week on YouTube (@cleanbody.health) and Instagram (@drfong.nd) to ask your questions in real-time.