Episode 89

Published January 21, 2025

In this episode, recorded live at A4M World Congress, Dr. Julie Greenberg discusses her innovative approach to integrative dermatology, emphasizing the connection between skin health and internal bodily functions, particularly the gut microbiome. 

Dr. Greenberg also discusses:

·      The importance of understanding food allergies and hormonal health

·      Holistic skincare regimens

·      The need for a dual approach to treatment, addressing both internal and external factors affecting skin conditions 

·      The receptivity of dermatologists to functional medicine 

·      The significance of foundational skincare practices

Key Moments

00:00 Introduction to Integrative Dermatology

02:02 The Skin as a Window to Internal Health

04:11 Food Allergies and Skin Conditions

09:10 Gut Microbiome Testing in Dermatology

15:21 Receptivity of Dermatologists to Functional Medicine

19:18 Skin Optimization and Anti-Aging

23:14 The Gut Microbiome and Hormonal Health

26:43 Foundational Elements of Holistic Skincare

Transcript

About our speaker

Dr. Greenberg is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Registered Herbalist RH(AHG) who specializes in integrative dermatology. She is passionate about natural skin care and believes that many of today’s chronic skin diseases can be healed by using evidence-based alternative treatments.

Dr. Greenberg’s health journey took her from a career in business to becoming a health care warrior. She received a BA in Economics from Northwestern University and an MBA from Stanford University and had a successful career in finance. But a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism made her rethink everything she knew about health. A leading endocrinologist wrote her a prescription and told her that there was nothing more they could do for her.

So, Dr. Greenberg got to work researching. She learned that women put an average of 125 chemicals on their skin every day through personal care products, and that many of these chemicals are endocrine disrupters and toxins. She started studying and making her own skin care products and saw the healing power of herbs and plants first hand. She decided to dedicate her life to her passion, and attended Bastyr’s four-year naturopathic medical school. While there she received advanced clinical training with leading experts in dermatology at the University of Washington Medical School and Seattle Children’s Hospital. Dr. Greenberg practices functional medicine and is an expert herbalist. She is dedicated to using science-based research to find better solutions for our skin care diseases.

Show Notes

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