Keep It Clear

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 Cover
What 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 Mentioned
The GI Map Testing Package
Gut Zoomer Testing Package

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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 Cover

Why 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.

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Ready 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.
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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 Cover

What 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 Mentioned

The GI Map Testing Package
The HTMA Testing Package

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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 Cover

What 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 Mentioned

The DUTCH Testing Package
The GI Map Testing Package
The HTMA Testing Package
Functional Blood Lab Bundle
Traditional Medicinals Nighty Night Tea
Traditional Medicinals Cup of Calm Tea
NFH Melatonin Spray

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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 Cover

Why 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 Mentioned

The Cycle Almanac
Clearer Skin in 30 Dayshttps://katiestewartwellness.com/lp/acne-face-mapping
The HTMA Testing Package
The DUTCH Testing Package
The GI Map Testing Package
Acne face mapping guide

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Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.
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