Keep It Clear

Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN
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Welcome to Keep It Clear (formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles) ✨ In a world that makes women’s health way too complicated, this podcast is all about simplicity. Clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown share how to cut through the noise and actually understand what your skin and body need. You’ll get practical tips, inspiring stories, and expert advice on everything from acne and hormones to digestion, stress, and self-care. Because clear isn’t just about your skin. It’s about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health. Tune in and let’s Keep It Clear. 💜 💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com 📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness

  1. 3D AGO

    S04E10. Client Journey: Savannah’s Story of Chronic Acne, PMDD, and Finally Feeling Like Herself Again

    Savannah's been dealing with acne since middle school. She's tried Proactiv, prescription topicals, birth control, esthetician peels, and literally everything the internet told her to try. So when she says this journey changed her life... she means it. In this episode, Savannah joins Katie and Cris to get real about what six months of inside-out skin work actually looked like, and spoiler: the biggest shifts had nothing to do with skincare. In this episode: Why doing "all the things" (we're talking whole food plant-based, clean supplements, monthly peels) still wasn't cutting it, and what was actually going on beneath the surface. The wild connection between unprocessed trauma, a calcium shell on your HTMA, and why your skin won't budge, no matter how clean you're eating. How three back-to-back cycles with zero breast tenderness and manageable periods showed up after years of debilitating PMDD, without the pill or an SSRI. The real reason Savannah kept putting it off, and the mindset shift that finally made her say "okay, let's do this" (hint: it wasn't just about the money). What "cocooning" actually looks like in real life, and why the emotional work might just be the most important part of your whole skin journey. Let's Connect Come hang out with Katie on Instagram.Ready to go deeper? Explore courses, testing, and programs here.Grab the free Gut Loving Cheat Sheet here. Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    45 min

  2. MAR 4

    S04E9. Mold Toxicity, Histamine Intolerance & Weight Loss Resistance with Elizabeth Aylor

    If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still can't lose weight, clear your skin, or feel like yourself again - this episode is for you. Katie and Cris sit down with Elizabeth Aylor, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, to dig into what's actually going on beneath the surface. Spoiler: it's probably not a calorie problem. What Katie & Cris break down in today's episode: Why extreme elimination diets like carnivore don't fix the root cause - they just remove the symptom temporarily.How mold toxicity could be the hidden reason you're not losing weight, sleeping well, or feeling like yourself.The thyroid testing gap most doctors miss - and why your labs might look "normal" when they're really not.Why eating more food (not less) helped over 2,000 of Elizabeth's clients lose 5 to 40 pounds in 90 days.The mindset shift that changed everything for Elizabeth - and why believing you can't get better might be keeping you stuck.If this episode resonated, we'd love it if you left a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast, and we're really grateful you're listening. ------------------------- Follow Elizabeth Aylor: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@elizabethaaylorfitnessInstagram: https://instagram.com/elizabethaaylorfitness------------------------- Follow Katie on InstagramWork with us inside The Clear Skin SolutionGrab the free Gut Loving Cheat Sheet Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    46 min

  3. FEB 25

    S04E8. Why Health & Wellness Feels So Expensive (And What You Actually Need for Clear Skin)

    If you’ve been feeling like you need a second mortgage just to fix your skin, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re getting honest about why wellness feels so expensive and what you actually need to focus on first. Because clear skin shouldn’t feel unattainable. What Katie & Cris break down in today’s episode: • The hidden costs of holistic care - and why it feels so personal.• Why skipping foundations keeps backfiring on your acne journey.• The mindset shifts that can change your results fast.• How fear of food and flare-ups keeps you stuck.• What affordable, high-value support can actually look like. If this episode resonated, we’d love it if you left a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast, and we’re really grateful you’re listening. If you’re done spinning your wheels, this is your next step. Set your foundations and join us in Clearer Skin in 30 Days  Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    33 min

  4. FEB 18

    S04E7. Skin Nutrition 101: What “Eating Healthy” Misses (Absorption, Digestion + Acne)

    You can eat all the "clean" food in the world and still break out. If you've been doing everything right with your diet but your skin isn't improving, this episode is for you. Katie and Cris are breaking down what actually matters when it comes to skin nutrition, and spoiler: it's not just about eating organic. What Katie & Cris break down in today's episode: Why your body doesn't care how clean your diet is if you're not digesting it properly.The real reason stomach acid matters more than you think, and what happens when you're low.How poor fat digestion could be causing congestion around your temples and messing with your hormones.Why zinc supplements aren't the answer, even though the internet says they are.What magnesium actually does beyond helping you sleep, and why coffee drinkers need more of it.If this episode resonated, we'd love it if you left a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast, and we're really grateful you're listening. What We Mentioned Functional Nutrition Skin Institute (Code KATIE saves 10%)Let's Connect Follow Katie on InstagramWork with us inside The Clear Skin SolutionGrab the free Gut Loving Cheat Sheet Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    41 min

  5. FEB 11

    S04E06. Client Journey: Hailey on Hormonal Acne, Gut Health, and Why Intermittent Fasting Backfired

    If you're dealing with acne as an adult, you probably feel really alone in it. You scroll social media and see all these perfectly filtered faces and think something's wrong with you. But here's the thing: you're not the only one going through this. Hailey tried everything before finding what actually worked, and her story might just sound a lot like yours. Here’s a break down in today's episode: Why Hailey's intermittent fasting routine was actually backfiring and how eating more throughout the day helped her skin, digestion, and those binge eating patterns she thought she had.How her HTMA revealed she was way more stressed than she realized, even though she didn't feel stressed at all.Why one gut protocol wasn't enough and how multiple rounds of testing showed what her body really needed.The moment she realized she didn't have to control everything and could actually trust the process and her support team.All the unexpected byproducts of her acne journey that changed way more than just her skin.If this episode resonated, we'd love it if you left a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast, and we're really grateful you're listening. Follow Hailey Rowe: Instagram: https://instagram.com/hailey_roweWebsite: https://haileyrowe.comLet's Connect Follow Katie on InstagramWork with us inside The Clear Skin SolutionGrab the free Gut Loving Cheat Sheet Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    36 min

  6. FEB 4

    S04E05. Acne Burnout: Why You’re Exhausted From Trying to Clear Your Skin (And What Helps)

    Katie and Cris talk about acne burnout, the part of the acne journey no one really prepares you for. The phase where you’ve done enough diets, supplements, and skincare changes that your body isn’t the only thing tired, your motivation is too. This episode breaks down why chronic acne feels so heavy emotionally, why constant change creates more confusion than clarity, and how to move forward without falling into the overcorrect-or-avoid cycle. In this episode, we cover: Why wanting clear skin and feeling exhausted can coexist.How acne burnout quietly impacts confidence, dating, work, and daily decisions.Why skin often reacts last and what that means for your expectations.The signals your body gives before acne shifts, and why they’re easy to miss.How fewer, steadier inputs reduce spirals and make progress feel safer.If this episode resonated, we’d love it if you left a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast, and we’re really grateful you’re listening. Let's Connect Apply to work with us in The Clear Skin Solution, here.Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.Follow Katie on Instagram, here. Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    31 min

  7. JAN 28

    S04E04. Client Journey: Adult Acne, Fitness Plateaus, and Learning to Trust the Process With Elizabeth

    January has this magical ability to make us think we’re going to reinvent our whole life by Monday. New workouts, new meals, new skin routine, new everything. In this episode, Katie sits down with client and personal trainer Elizabeth Fitzpatrick for a crossover convo on why the fitness journey and the acne journey are basically the same. You start strong, hit a plateau or flare, then panic-reset and end up back at square one. They talk mindset, timelines, nervous system support, and why coaching is often the missing piece when you’re doing “all the right things” but can’t stay consistent. In this episode, we cover: Why plateaus and flares trigger the “I need a new plan” spiral.Elizabeth’s story - symptoms since childhood, birth control fallout, and feeling like an imposter in a fitness career.The surprising progress that shows up first - anxiety calming down, feeling more grounded, and nervous system shifts.Why you can’t coach yourself, even if you’re educated and motivated.How coaching gives reassurance, better expectations, and a plan you don’t keep restarting.Let's Connect Apply to work with us in The Clear Skin Solution, here.Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.Follow Katie on Instagram, here. Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    44 min

  8. JAN 21

    S04E03. Why Your Acne Isn't Clearing Up (Even Though You've Tried Everything)

    Ever catch yourself thinking, “I’ve tried everything. Skincare. Diets. Supplements. Tests. And nothing is changing.” You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. In this episode, Katie and Cris break down why adult acne can feel so defeating when you’ve already done all the “right” things. From dermatology routes to functional testing to internet nutrition advice, they talk about why progress often stalls, even when effort is high, and what usually gets missed along the way. This conversation pulls apart the belief that you’re out of options and reframes what “nothing is working” actually means. In this episode, we cover: Why trying everything doesn’t mean you’ve tried what your body actually needs.How “healthy eating” can quietly turn into yo-yo dieting for acne.The patterns food journals reveal that Instagram advice doesn’t catch.Why piling on supplements can slow progress instead of speeding it up.What AI and generic protocols can’t replace when it comes to acne clarity.If you’ve been stuck in trial-and-error mode and wondering what you’re missing, this episode brings a lot of light to the confusion. Let's Connect Apply to work with us in The Clear Skin Solution, here.Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.Follow Katie on Instagram, here. Get direct access to Katie and Cris with monthly live calls and ongoing Q&A support inside The Wellness Community. Get all the details at katiestewartwellness.com/courses.

    39 min
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Welcome to Keep It Clear (formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles) ✨ In a world that makes women’s health way too complicated, this podcast is all about simplicity. Clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown share how to cut through the noise and actually understand what your skin and body need. You’ll get practical tips, inspiring stories, and expert advice on everything from acne and hormones to digestion, stress, and self-care. Because clear isn’t just about your skin. It’s about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health. Tune in and let’s Keep It Clear. 💜 💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com 📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness

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  • Creator
    Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    145
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Katie Stewart Wellness Inc.
  • Show Website
    Keep It Clear

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