#44 | Battling Breakouts
What role do hormones play in the development of acne, and how can lifestyle factors like stress and diet influence it?In this episode of Suits and Scrubs, Emily M.D., a double-board-certified internal and obesity medicine specialist, explores hormonal acne and how it can be influenced by lifestyle factors, stress, and diet. Joined by finance expert Zachary SVP, they discuss conventional treatments like spironolactone and birth control pills, along with their potential side effects. The episode also delves into natural and functional medicine approaches for managing acne, including gut health, elimination of endocrine disruptors, and beneficial supplements. Tune in to understand the intricate link between hormones and acne, and how to achieve clearer skin naturally.00:00 Introduction to Microbiomes and Health00:42 Welcome to Seuss and Scrubs00:53 Meet the Hosts: Emily and Zachary02:02 30-Day Challenge and Walking Desk Adventures04:13 Emily's Stubbed Toe Incident05:32 Season Three Reflections05:44 Doctor's Approach to Battling Breakouts10:51 Understanding Hormonal Acne24:35 Debunking Hormonal Acne Myths25:38 Personal Acne Struggles and Lifestyle Factors26:57 Exploring Acne Treatments: Antibiotics and Retinoids29:13 Accutane: The Last Resort30:21 Side Effects of Acne Medications39:59 Functional Medicine Approach to Acne44:08 Supplements for Hormonal Balance45:01 Final Thoughts and Practical Advice=============We believe that Health & Wealth is inclusive for everyone. Connect with us!=============Website: www.suitsandscrubspodcast.com Email: contact@suitsandscrubspodcast.com =============The Show=============YouTube (Health): youtube.com/@SuitsandScrubsPodcastHEALTH?sub_confirmation=1 YouTube (Wealth): youtube.com/@SuitsandScrubsPodcastWEALTH?sub_confirmation=1=============Connect with Zach=============Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharystevenretireearly/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachary_svp LinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/ZacharySVP =============Connect with Emily=============IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctoremilymd Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctoremilymd1 LinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/DrEmilyMD =============Suits & Scrubs Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suitsandscrubspodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suitsandscrubspodcast ============Facebook:Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/SuitsandScrubsPodcast =============Disclaimer: www.suitsandscrubspodcast.com/disclaimer =============Disclosure: If you purchase based upon these links, we do receive a commission. This helps support our page.






