Case Study

From full-body psoriasis since she was six months old to fading skin and a body she finally trusts.

“Before, I felt like I didn't even know a life without psoriasis. Now, I know healing is so possible. Your body is healthy, it can heal you.” Kelly, age 32

Pictures are 6 months apart

BEFORE

AFTER

The Struggle

  • Psoriasis since she was six months old, essentially her whole life. Full-body guttate spots, and she also went through topical steroid withdrawal with steroid approaches.
  • Tried everything: topical steroids, creams, phototherapy, both conventional and functional approaches.
  • A full year with a functional medicine doctor brought some improvement, but not significant or lasting.
  • Also dealt with chronic constipation, brain fog, and facial redness, and secretly terrified of being pregnant while flaring.

The Strategy

  • Found her cellular root causes and understood exactly where her biology needed specific attention for her skin to respond.
  • Dialed in her minerals, metabolic health, iron recycling system, and gut environment (in the right order), which were all affecting her psoriasis flares deeper down.
  • Paired the internal work with targeted topical support for her scalp, body, and face.
  • Learned that healing isn't linear, and how to move through a flare instead of spiraling in it.

The Result

  • Significant psoriasis improvement in less than 6 months.
  • Her husband noticed and commented on her skin clearing around month three.
  • Went from a lifelong "constipation girly" to daily bowel movements within the first few weeks.
  • Now understands why her skin was flaring in the first place, and what her body needs to stay clear.
  • Feels fully in control of her skin and confident in her body, including for a future pregnancy.
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