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The Clear Skin Chronicles – Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN — Health & Fitness
The Clear Skin Chronicles – Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN

Welcome to The Clear Skin Chronicles, the podcast that’s here to help you achieve the skin you’ve been craving! Join hosts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown, Registered Holistic Nutritionists & Acne Experts, as they dive deep into the world of clear, healthy skin.
Now this isn’t just surface-level solutions here. Katie & Cris believe in taking an inside-out approach to banishing acne for good. Say goodbye to those pesky breakouts by addressing the root causes and nurturing your body from within.
In each episode, they’ll explore the fascinating connections between acne and the imbalances happening inside your body. Katie & Cris will be dishing out expert tips and guidance to support your body’s acne-clearing systems: the gut, detox organs and hormones.
And they know that achieving clear skin is not just about what you put in your body, but also about how you feel mentally and emotionally. So get ready for some uplifting discussions on self-care practices, stress management, and mindset shifts that will have you glowing from the inside out.
And of course, Katie & Criss will be sharing all the juicy details on nourishing skincare. They’ll debunk myths, explore ingredients, and share their favourite clean beauty products to help repair your skin barrier.
So grab a cup of herbal tea, get cozy, and join us on The Clear Skin Chronicles. It’s time to embrace your natural beauty and discover the confidence that comes with healthy, glowing skin.
Learn more at: katiestewartwellness.com

Copyright: © Katie Stewart Wellness Inc. 2023

Latest Episodes:

S03E39. Stronger, Healthier, Happier: Brian Keane’s Perimenopause Fitness Formula Sep 24, 2025

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Ready to finally make perimenopause fitness fun (and actually work for you)?

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris chat with Brian Keane about strength, sleep, mindset, and nutrition. Brian gets real about his own health journey and shares practical, no-fluff strategies to help women feel stronger, healthier, and happier during perimenopause without the overwhelm.

What You’ll Learn:

Why sleep is your ultimate “superpower” for energy and hormones
How lifting heavy can fire up your metabolism in perimenopause
Easy food tweaks to balance hormones and beat cravings
Stress hacks that matter as much as your workouts
The mindset shift that flips self-doubt into confidence

Laugh, learn, and leave with real tips you can use today. Press play now and start rocking your strongest, happiest self!

Meet Brian Keane:

One of UK’s leading thought leaders on all things health, fitness and nutrition, Brian is the author of four best sellers. On top of his ever-growing social media platforms, with over half a million followers, he also hosts one of the world’s top health podcasts which is regularly featured #1 on the iTunes Health Charts. He has spoken at major wellness events around the world such as Wellfest Ireland, Mefit Dubai and was a Keynote speaker at Google HQ in Dublin for their 2018

wellness event.

Resources:

Brian Keane Podcast
Follow Brian on Instagram: @brian_keane_fitness
Check out Brian’s Website

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E38. Adult Acne Explained: 5 Holistic Pillars to Clear Your Skin From the Inside Out Sep 17, 2025

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Struggling with adult acne and the hit it’s taking on your confidence? You’re so not alone.

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris unpack why acne is a messenger—not the enemy—and how to decode what your skin is trying to tell you. They walk through The 5 Acne Clearing Pillars and show how these pillars overlap to create a truly holistic path to clear skin.

From gut imbalances and sluggish bile flow to lymphatic stagnation, cortisol spikes, and barrier-wrecking routines, you’ll learn how “inside-out” fixes translate to calmer, clearer skin.

Tips in this episode:

Treat breakouts as signals from within: investigate stress, gut function, detox pathways, and hormone regulation—not just pores.
Build the “clear-skin house”: foundation (gut), walls (detox pathways), roof (hormones). Don’t skip straight to hormones.
Manage cortisol & blood sugar: both can drive sebum production and breakouts—balance meals, stabilize routines, breathe.
Simplify skincare: pull back on over-exfoliating/actives; rebuild the barrier with niacinamide, squalane, ceramides, aloe, chamomile, hyaluronic acid, and skin-friendly probiotics.

Resources

Shop My: https://shopmy.us/shop/katiestewartwellness
Shop CLEARSTEM (Code KATIES saves 15%): https://clearstem.com/KATIES
KSW Blog: https://katiestewartwellness.com/blog/

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E37. How Laina Transformed Her Skin and Confidence Through Diet, Lifestyle, and Mindset Sep 10, 2025

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Struggling with acne and the emotional toll it takes on your confidence? You're not alone.

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris sit down with Laina to discuss her life-changing journey that transformed her skin and confidence through holistic healing. Laina opens up about her battles with severe acne and the emotional stress it caused, fueled by self-criticism and societal pressures.

Discover how The Clear Skin Solution program helped her transform not just her skin, but her overall health and mindset. From diet and lifestyle to mindset shifts, Laina shares how addressing acne holistically also improved other health issues, like bloating and menstrual discomfort.

If you're looking for practical tips on holistic skincare and personal transformation, this episode is for you.

Tips in this episode:

Focusing on internal health conditions to drive external skin improvements, moving beyond topical solutions.
Having a community of like-minded individuals experiencing similar challenges provide validation and strength in her healing journey.
Integrating dietary changes and personalized protocols based on mineral analysis helped address skin issues and hormonal imbalances and digestive health.

Let's Connect

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E36. Clear Skin Secrets: Why Organic Products Aren’t Enough & How to Truly Heal Acne Sep 03, 2025

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Struggling with acne and confused about what really works? You’ll want to hear these clear skin secrets.

This episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles with Katie and Cris brings in Danielle, co-founder of ClearStem skincare and the San Diego Acne Clinic, to cut through the noise.

Danielle shares her expertise on why “organic” isn’t always the cure for acne, how pore-clogging ingredients could be sabotaging your skin, and why your usage habits matter more than chasing trends. She dives into listener questions on diet, treatments, and routines, offering practical and personalized approaches to skincare.

If you’re tired of trial-and-error products and want expert clarity on how to truly support your skin, this conversation is for you.

Tips in this episode:

The effectiveness of organic and natural products for acne isn't as impactful as many expect. It's more crucial to focus on clean, non-comedogenic formulas.
Dietary modifications, such as avoiding dairy and gluten, can significantly affect acne management; however, these should be reintroduced cautiously to understand unique skin responses.
Personalized skincare is key. Understanding the ingredients and their effects on your skin can help identify and correct irritants or acne triggers.
Back acne often has different triggers compared to facial acne, such as hair products or dietary choices, necessitating a unique approach.

Resources:

Shop CLEARSTEM (Code KATIES saves 15%)
CLEARSTEM Pore Clogging Ingredients Checker
Shop My: Acne Friendly Makeup

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E35. Clearer Skin Through Balance: Self-Care That Actually Works Aug 27, 2025

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What if the secret to clearer skin wasn’t about perfection—but about balance?

In this lively episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, hosts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown sit down with special guest Paige Fursman for a fun yet insightful conversation that blends personal stories with wellness wisdom. Katie and Cris share how they’ve learned to ditch restrictive rules, embrace imperfections, and build wellness practices that actually feel sustainable. Paige brings thoughtful questions and perspectives on balance, parenting, and navigating the ups and downs of everyday life.

If you’re on a journey to clear your skin and want to learn how embracing balance—not rigid health dogmas—can support your healing, this episode is for you.

Tips in this episode:

Embrace imperfection in your health and wellness journey, and make lifestyle choices that align with your personal values and preferences.
The importance of balance between work, family, and self-care, rather than modeling life after Internet influencers.
Personal anecdotes on parenting highlight the need for follow-through and creating boundaries that nurture and guide children effectively.
Wellness doesn't need rigid adherence to trends; it’s about finding personal routines and practices that foster genuine wellbeing.

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E34. Why Your Skin Won’t Clear: Nervous System Regulation, Ancestral Eating, and Detox Strategies Aug 20, 2025

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Ever wonder why your skin struggles even when you’re “doing everything right”?

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris dive into the overlooked connection between your nervous system and skin health. They break down how everyday lifestyle choices influence detoxification, mitochondrial function, and even your circadian rhythm—shaping not only your energy, but also the clarity of your skin.

From simple nervous system hacks like humming and singing, to the role of CoQ10, red light therapy, and nutrient-dense ancestral eating, Katie and Cris reveal how true skin healing goes far beyond supplements. They also share practical strategies for light hygiene, environmental detox, and living in tune with your body’s natural rhythms.

If you’ve been frustrated by surface-level fixes and are ready for lasting, inside-out results, this episode is for you.

Tips in this episode:

Supporting the nervous system is crucial for healing and can be done through simple activities such as singing and laughing.
Mitochondrial support can be enhanced with practices like red light therapy and nutrients such as CoQ10.
Ancestral eating involves consuming nutrient-dense, seasonal foods, departing from processed modern diets.
Proper management of circadian rhythm and light exposure can significantly affect hormonal and metabolic health, contributing to clearer skin.

Resources:
Red Light Panel (code KATIE10 saves 10%): https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=katie

Let's Connect (Podcast)

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E33. Transforming Skin: How Mindset, Gut Health, and Hormones Clear Acne Aug 13, 2025

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What if the key to transforming your skin wasn’t in a product—but in your mindset, your gut, and your beliefs?

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris sit down with Jaidyn, a young woman who went from battling deep acne and self-doubt to glowing with confidence and clarity—inside and out. She opens up about the emotional toll of chronic skin issues, what finally shifted her healing journey, and how working with Cris and Katie helped her find real answers through a holistic, root-cause approach.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’ve tried everything for your skin, this episode will show you what’s truly possible when you heal from the inside out.

Also in this episode:

Skin wellness is a reflection of internal health, emphasizing the importance of gut health, liver function, and hormone balance.
Adopting a positive mindset and exhibiting self-compassion can significantly enhance the healing process.
Long-term dedication and consistency in a comprehensive skin care regimen lead to success.
Transition from desperation to desire can fuel personal growth and health achievements.
Overcoming complex skin challenges can foster confidence and spark new passion, like Jaidyn’s upcoming pursuit of a career in nutritional therapy.

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E32. Unlock Clearer Skin with Hair Mineral Testing: Why HTMA Could Be the Key You’re Missing Aug 06, 2025

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Struggling with acne or unexplained skin issues? In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris explore how Hair Trace Mineral Analysis (HTMA) can uncover hidden imbalances sabotaging your skin health. Learn how long-term mineral and stress patterns revealed through HTMA go far beyond what blood tests can show—and why this matters for chronic skin conditions like acne.

Katie and Cris break down how HTMA works, how it compares to traditional testing, and why proper interpretation by a trained practitioner is essential. They also dive into connected issues like gut health, food intolerances, and mold exposure that often play a role in persistent skin concerns.

If you've tried everything and still haven’t solved your skin struggles, this episode might reveal the missing piece you’ve been looking for.

Key points in this episode:

It isimportant to have a skilled coach interpret HTMA results and guide health interventions, much like how top athletes rely on their coaches for expert advice.
HTMAs offer a long-term view of mineral and stress patterns, providing insights that a standard blood test cannot, advocating its use in functional medicine.
While HTMA is exceptional for certain insights, complementing it with other tests like GI maps or Dutch tests offers a fuller picture, particularly for complex issues.

Resources

For women with chronic acne who want to clear up their skin without harmful meds and harsh topicals. Learn more about The CSS DIY: https://clients.katiestewartwellness.com/the-css-diy

Let's Connect

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E31. Amber Romaniuk on Emotional Eating, Binge Eating, and Hormonal Imbalances: How to Reclaim Control Jul 30, 2025

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Struggling with emotional eating?

In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris are joined by Amber Romaniuk, an emotional eating and hormone expert, to dive into the complexities of emotional eating, binge eating, and food addiction. She discusses the psychological and physiological roots of these behaviors and how they impact one's health.

Amber breaks down the key differences between emotional eating, binge eating, and food addiction, exploring how these coping mechanisms are triggered by emotional struggles. She discusses the roles of hormones like cortisol and progesterone, explaining how they contribute to a cycle of emotional eating and imbalances.

This episode is for anyone looking to overcome emotional eating and take the first steps toward a healthier, balanced relationship with food.

Things to note:

Emotional eating is coping with emotions through food, whereas binge eating involves a loss of control over food consumption.
Hormonal imbalances, particularly heightened cortisol levels, can trigger emotional and binge eating.
Cultivating self-awareness and understanding one's emotional triggers are crucial initial steps in healing.
Establishing an empathetic relationship with one’s body can foster healing and develop healthier eating patterns.

About The Guest:

Amber Ro-man-yuk is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert, with 11 years experience helping high achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food. She does this through addressing the key negative thoughts, patterns and limiting beliefs that keep women stuck in the same behaviors for years and decades that they haven’t been able to break. Her podcast “The No Sugarcoating Podcast” has 2+ million downloads, over 500 episodes and is listened to in over 88 countries.

Amber overcame her own emotional eating after gaining and losing more than 1000 lbs and spending over $50,000 on binge foods and spending 5 years balancing her hormones, digestion and helps women achieve the biggest healing miracles of Body Freedom™.

Connect with Amber:
Youtube: @amberromaniuk
Instagram: @amberromaniuk

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

S03E30. Family Meal Planning Tips: Stocking Your Pantry for Healthy, Quick Meals Jul 23, 2025

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Struggling to feed your family healthy meals amidst a busy schedule?

You're not alone. In this episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie and Cris share their expert tips for meal planning and stocking a pantry that supports healthy eating for diverse family needs.

They dive into how to keep your fridge and pantry stocked with essentials, offering practical strategies for gluten-free and dairy-free diets, managing picky eaters, and meal prepping. Plus, discover how Katie and Cris tackle the challenge of staying flexible with their approach to nutrition—especially when time and motivation are running low.

If you’re looking for actionable meal planning strategies that work for busy families, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for easy, nutritious meal ideas that will transform how you approach healthy eating, no matter the chaos at home.

Tips to keep in mind:

Maintaining a well-stocked pantry with essentials such as legumes, non-dairy butter, and herbs can significantly ease meal preparation.
Adapting dietary choices for families with gluten-free and dairy-free needs involves selecting the right brands and ingredients to keep everyone satisfied.
Meal prepping and having planned food stock for the week can help manage busy schedules and reduce the stress of daily cooking.
Utilizing kitchen gadgets like food processors can cut down prep time for meals, leading to easier incorporation of healthy dishes into daily routines.

Let's Connect:

Book a free call and let’s chat about how we can help: here.
Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.
Follow Katie on Instagram, here.

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