About this episode

This episode explores the connection between gut health and skin issues, featuring insights from dietitian Meg Marie O’Rourke and guest Becky Martin.

Struggling with acne, eczema, or stubborn skin issues that won’t go away no matter what you try? In this episode of the Harmony with Food Show, we explore the powerful connection between gut health and skin, often called the gut-skin axis. Registered dietitian and functional nutritionist Meg Marie O’Rourke sits down with GRAES founder Becky Martin to break down how diet, inflammation, hormones, and lifestyle choices directly impact your skin. Learn why common skincare routines fail, how food sensitivities and the microbiome influence breakouts, and what actually works when it comes to healing your skin from the inside out. We also discuss minimalist skincare, the truth about supplements like collagen and biotin, and how to stop wasting money on products that don’t deliver results. If you’ve been searching for answers to acne, rosacea, gut health, or holistic skincare, this episode gives you a science-backed, practical approach to clearer skin and better health. Work With Meg If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, there are several ways to work with Meg. The BioUnique Boutique is a personalized, testing-guided approach to functional…

People in this episode

Host: Meg Marie O’Rourke

Guest: Becky Martin

Topics covered

• gut health
• skin health
• gut-skin axis
• functional nutrition
• acne
• holistic skincare

Keywords

• gut microbiome
• skin issues
• diet
• inflammation
• food sensitivities
• minimalist skincare
• collagen
• biotin

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: GRAES

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