If you've been quietly wondering whether a GLP-1 like Ozempic is the answer, and what it might do to your skin, this is the honest, no-judgment breakdown nobody's giving you.In this episode, Katie and Cris take a fully neutral, education-first look at GLP-1s and your skin. They break down what GLP-1 actually is (a hormone your body already makes), what the medication does differently, and what really happens in those first months and when you stop. From slowed digestion and rapid fat loss to the gut, the liver, and your minerals, they connect every dot to the skin. Then they walk through how to support your body whether you choose to take one or not, including the natural compounds that work on the same pathways. If you've felt the pull of a quick fix, or you're just curious, this one will help you make an informed choice for your own body.In This Episode We CoverWhat GLP-1 actually is and why your gut already makes it after every meal.Why the medication's signal lasts days instead of the natural one to two minutes.What happens to your appetite, weight, and blood sugar when you stop, and why ghrelin can rebound.How slowed digestion and rapid fat loss can show up as new breakouts and changed skin.Why bile flow and your microbiome are make-or-break for skin, on or off a GLP-1.The natural compounds (berberine, Ceylon cinnamon, sodium butyrate) that work on similar pathways.Resources & Links MentionedThe HTMA Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageBerberine (mentioned as a natural support for blood sugar regulation and the gut microbiome, short-term use)Ceylon cinnamon (mentioned for post-meal insulin sensitivity)Sodium butyrate (mentioned for gut lining support and GLP-1 release)ConcenTrace Trace Minerals (mentioned for mineral repletion and hydration)Work With Us + ConnectReady to start? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Need one-on-one help? The Clear Skin Solution includes an HTMA for every client plus custom protocols and support for your whole six-month journey.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Over 50% of people have H. pylori and have no idea — and it could be the root cause behind your acne, fatigue, and hormone chaos.Katie and Cris are finally dedicating a full episode to one of the most common findings on their clients' GI maps: H. pylori. In this episode, they break down what H. pylori actually is, how you pick it up, why it's so hard to get rid of, and the very real damage it does to your stomach acid, nutrient absorption, hormones, and skin. They also get into why antibiotics alone often don't work, what a proper eradication protocol actually looks like, and why rebuilding after is just as important as clearing it in the first place.In This Episode We CoverWhat H. pylori is, how it survives in the stomach, and why so many people have it without knowing.The sneaky symptoms that could be pointing to an active H. pylori infection.Why low stomach acid, iron deficiency, and acne are all connected to H. pylori.How to test for H. pylori and why functional stool testing gives you a clearer picture.Why antibiotics alone often fail and what a natural eradication approach looks like.The critical rebuilding phase most people skip that keeps them stuck in the cycle.Resources & Links MentionedThe GI Map Testing PackageGut Zoomer Testing PackageWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

If you've tried everything for your skin and you're wondering whether a holistic, root-cause approach is worth your money, this episode is the honest gut-check no one gives you.In this episode, Katie and Cris get real about something most practitioners won't say out loud: the holistic, inside-out approach to clearing acne isn't for everyone. After more than a decade and thousands of clients, they break down exactly who this kind of work fits and who it doesn't, from the mindset traits that predict results to the patterns that quietly sabotage them. They cover why this isn't a quick supplement swap, why "busy" isn't the disqualifier you think it is, and what a realistic clearing timeline actually looks like. If you want to make sure you're spending your money on something that'll actually help, this one's for you.In This Episode We CoverWhy the holistic acne approach works beautifully for some people and falls flat for others.The three traits Katie and Cris see in every client who gets great results.Why "I've tried everything and nothing works" is the mindset most likely to keep you stuck.How self-sabotage and staying comfortable in your discomfort quietly block your skin progress.Why this work leans more on lifestyle than on food or supplements (and why that surprises people).The realistic clearing timeline, from the 6-week anomalies to the clients who needed two years.Work With Us + ConnectReady to start? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Need one-on-one help? The Clear Skin Solution includes an HTMA for every client plus custom protocols and support for your whole six-month journey.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

If you've tried everything and your skin still won't clear, mold exposure might be the piece nobody's looked at yet. Katie and Cris are diving into one of the most overlooked root causes of chronic acne: mycotoxin burden. In this episode, they break down what mycotoxins actually are, how mold exposure silently disrupts your gut, liver, and hormones, and why your skin keeps flaring even when you're doing all the right things. They also cover where mold hides (including in your food and supplements), who's most susceptible, and why this is absolutely not a DIY protocol situation.In This Episode We CoverWhat mycotoxins are and how they create a total body burden long after exposure is gone.How mold disrupts the gut lining, microbiome, and drives that chronic skin inflammation.The gut, liver, and hormone triangle and why mold throws all three off at once.Common signs of mycotoxin burden you might not be connecting to your skin.Why mold triggers histamine reactions, mast cell activation, and inflammatory breakouts.What testing options are available and why working with a practitioner is non-negotiable.Resources & Links MentionedThe GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing PackageWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Sleep isn't just rest, and if you're struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, your body is trying to tell you something.Katie and Cris are getting into one of the most common issues they see with clients: sleep. In this episode, they break down what your body is actually doing while you sleep, why so many people are stuck in that wired-but-tired cycle, and what's really driving the problem — from blood sugar crashes and mineral imbalances to cortisol patterns and gut health. They also walk through their sleep supplement ladder so you know exactly what to try and when, without jumping straight to melatonin.In This Episode We CoverWhat your body is actually doing while you sleep and why cutting it short matters.The three main types of sleep issues and what each one is signalling in the body. How blood sugar instability, minerals, and cortisol patterns disrupt your sleep.Bedtime hygiene habits that make a bigger difference than any supplement.The sleep supplement ladder: from magnesium glycinate to melatonin and everything in between.What functional tests can reveal about why your sleep won't stabilize.Resources & Links MentionedThe DUTCH Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing PackageFunctional Blood Lab BundleTraditional Medicinals Nighty Night TeaTraditional Medicinals Cup of Calm TeaNFH Melatonin SprayWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

If your skin looks like three different people in a month, you're not imagining it, and your cycle is the reason why.In this episode, Katie and Cris break down the four phases of your menstrual cycle and what each one is actually telling you about your skin. They cover the quick hormone 101 (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and the wildcard cortisol), what breakouts mean in each phase based on where they show up, and why the week before your period is the real stress test for your whole body. From jawline cysts to chin breakouts to that "good skin week" that vanishes, this episode will completely change how you read your cycle.In This Episode We CoverWhy your skin reacts to the ratio between your hormones, not just one hormone at a time.What's happening in your menstrual phase and why leftover cysts from your luteal phase show up here.Why breakouts in your follicular phase ("good skin week") are a red flag for deeper imbalances.How the testosterone spike at ovulation drives chin and jawline breakouts, especially with PMOS or blood sugar instability.Why the luteal phase amplifies every imbalance already in your body and how to support it through the week before your period.The hidden drivers that get blamed on hormones but are actually gut dysbiosis, sluggish detox, or blood sugar dysregulation.Resources & Links MentionedThe Cycle AlmanacClearer Skin in 30 Dayshttps://katiestewartwellness.com/lp/acne-face-mappingThe HTMA Testing PackageThe DUTCH Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageAcne face mapping guide Work With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Getting told your iron is low and handed a supplement isn't the whole story — and for a lot of people, it's actually making things worse.Katie and Cris are diving deep into one of the most misunderstood minerals out there: iron. In this episode, they break down everything iron actually does in the body (hint: it's way more than energy), why low iron is rarely just about low iron, and why blindly supplementing without understanding the root cause can backfire fast. From gut infections and low stomach acid to estrogen dominance and pathogen load, this episode will completely change the way you look at your iron labs.In This Episode We CoverWhat iron actually does in the body beyond energy and oxygen transport.Why low stomach acid is one of the most overlooked reasons you can't absorb iron.How gut infections like H. pylori, candida, and parasites steal your iron.Why supplementing iron with an active gut infection can make things worse.What a complete iron panel actually looks like and which markers matter.How heavy periods and estrogen dominance contribute to iron depletion.Resources & Links MentionedThe GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing PackageFunctional Blood Lab BundleWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Katie and Cris are breaking down the lifestyle fundamentals that quietly make or break your skin (and why most people skip right past them in search of the next big thing). From how well you're chewing your food to when you're eating it, these are the foundational habits that support blood sugar, digestion, hormones, and yes, your skin. Simple, free, and wildly underrated — this episode is your reminder that the basics work when you actually do them.In This Episode We CoverWhy chewing your food properly is the most underrated act of digestion.How hydration actually works at a cellular level (and why coffee doesn't count).The fruit rule and how food combining can reduce bloating and improve digestion.Why meal timing matters for blood sugar, cortisol, and acne.The PFF method (protein, fiber, fat) for stable blood sugar and clearer skin.How to start stacking these habits one at a time without getting overwhelmed.Resources & Links MentionedClearer Skin in 30 DaysThe Clear Skin Coach AIWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Katie and Cris sit down with Lindsay Nahmiache, CEO of Veriphy Skincare, a Canadian-founded, science-backed brand born out of research at the University of Guelph. In this episode, they get into why ingredient quality matters more than marketing hype, how to spot a white-labelled skincare product, and why less is genuinely more when it comes to your skin. Lindsay also shares what makes Canadian skincare standards different, why fragrance is a hormone disruptor you'll want to ditch, and how the skincare industry is finally starting to shift toward science and simplicity.In This Episode We CoverWhat photoglycogen (phytospherics) is and why it's a game-changing hydration ingredient.The problem with celebrity and influencer skincare brands and what to watch out for.Why layering too many active ingredients can actually damage your skin.How Canadian skincare regulations hold brands to a higher standard than the US.The skin minimalism trend and why your skin doesn't need 15 steps.What to look for when choosing a clean, effective skincare product.Resources & Links MentionedVeriphy Skincare: veripyhskincare.comDiscount code: KEEPITCLEAR25 (valid until Dec 1, 2026)Follow Veriphy on Instagram: @veriphyskincareWork With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step. Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellness Loved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

Katie and Cris are back with a timely episode all about what an acne detox actually means (hint: it's not a juice cleanse). They break down the key detoxification organs, why the liver and skin are so deeply connected, and why aggressive detox protocols can do more harm than good. From daily hydration habits to nervous system support and seasonal eating, this episode is packed with simple, sustainable ways to keep your detox pathways flowing all spring long.In This Episode We CoverWhy spring is the ideal season to support your body's detox pathways.The key detoxification organs and what happens when they get overwhelmed.How a sluggish liver shows up on your skin (and what to do about it).Simple daily lifestyle habits that support detox without the harsh protocols.The best teas, bitter foods, and seasonal ingredients for gentle liver support.Why detox is a daily rhythm, not a one-time event.Resources & Links MentionedNEW COURSE: The Acne Detox: Clear the Breakouts Your Cleanser Can’t TouchWork With Us + ConnectReady to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).