Keep It Clear

Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN
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Struggling with acne, hormones, or gut issues that no one seems to explain in plain English? Keep It Clear is the podcast that cuts through the noise. ✨ Hosted by Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown, who've helped 3,000+ clients across 15+ countries clear their skin from the inside out. Every episode breaks down what your skin and body actually need, across the 5 things that drive breakouts: gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, nervous system regulation, and nourishing skincare. You'll get practical tips, real client stories, and clinical answers to the questions you've been Googling at 1am. 💜 Because clear isn't just about your skin. It's about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health. In a world that makes women's health way too complicated, this show keeps it simple: clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Tune in and let's Keep It Clear. (Formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles.) 💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com 📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness

  1. 23h ago

    S04E26. GLP-1s and Your Skin: What Ozempic Is Really Doing (And What Happens When You Stop)

    If you've been quietly wondering whether a GLP-1 like Ozempic is the answer, and what it might do to your skin, this is the honest, no-judgment breakdown nobody's giving you. In this episode, Katie and Cris take a fully neutral, education-first look at GLP-1s and your skin. They break down what GLP-1 actually is (a hormone your body already makes), what the medication does differently, and what really happens in those first months and when you stop. From slowed digestion and rapid fat loss to the gut, the liver, and your minerals, they connect every dot to the skin. Then they walk through how to support your body whether you choose to take one or not, including the natural compounds that work on the same pathways. If you've felt the pull of a quick fix, or you're just curious, this one will help you make an informed choice for your own body. In This Episode We Cover What GLP-1 actually is and why your gut already makes it after every meal.Why the medication's signal lasts days instead of the natural one to two minutes.What happens to your appetite, weight, and blood sugar when you stop, and why ghrelin can rebound.How slowed digestion and rapid fat loss can show up as new breakouts and changed skin.Why bile flow and your microbiome are make-or-break for skin, on or off a GLP-1.The natural compounds (berberine, Ceylon cinnamon, sodium butyrate) that work on similar pathways. Resources & Links Mentioned The HTMA Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageBerberine (mentioned as a natural support for blood sugar regulation and the gut microbiome, short-term use)Ceylon cinnamon (mentioned for post-meal insulin sensitivity)Sodium butyrate (mentioned for gut lining support and GLP-1 release)ConcenTrace Trace Minerals (mentioned for mineral repletion and hydration) Work With Us + Connect Ready to start? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Need one-on-one help? The Clear Skin Solution includes an HTMA for every client plus custom protocols and support for your whole six-month journey.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    44 min

  2. Jun 24

    S04E25. H. pylori: The Stomach Bug Secretly Destroying Your Skin and Hormones

    Over 50% of people have H. pylori and have no idea — and it could be the root cause behind your acne, fatigue, and hormone chaos. Katie and Cris are finally dedicating a full episode to one of the most common findings on their clients' GI maps: H. pylori. In this episode, they break down what H. pylori actually is, how you pick it up, why it's so hard to get rid of, and the very real damage it does to your stomach acid, nutrient absorption, hormones, and skin. They also get into why antibiotics alone often don't work, what a proper eradication protocol actually looks like, and why rebuilding after is just as important as clearing it in the first place. In This Episode We Cover What H. pylori is, how it survives in the stomach, and why so many people have it without knowing.The sneaky symptoms that could be pointing to an active H. pylori infection.Why low stomach acid, iron deficiency, and acne are all connected to H. pylori.How to test for H. pylori and why functional stool testing gives you a clearer picture.Why antibiotics alone often fail and what a natural eradication approach looks like.The critical rebuilding phase most people skip that keeps them stuck in the cycle. Resources & Links Mentioned The GI Map Testing PackageGut Zoomer Testing Package Work With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    29 min

  3. Jun 17

    S04E24. Why Holistic Acne Healing Doesn't Work for Everyone (And How to Know If It's You)

    If you've tried everything for your skin and you're wondering whether a holistic, root-cause approach is worth your money, this episode is the honest gut-check no one gives you. In this episode, Katie and Cris get real about something most practitioners won't say out loud: the holistic, inside-out approach to clearing acne isn't for everyone. After more than a decade and thousands of clients, they break down exactly who this kind of work fits and who it doesn't, from the mindset traits that predict results to the patterns that quietly sabotage them. They cover why this isn't a quick supplement swap, why "busy" isn't the disqualifier you think it is, and what a realistic clearing timeline actually looks like. If you want to make sure you're spending your money on something that'll actually help, this one's for you. In This Episode We Cover Why the holistic acne approach works beautifully for some people and falls flat for others.The three traits Katie and Cris see in every client who gets great results.Why "I've tried everything and nothing works" is the mindset most likely to keep you stuck.How self-sabotage and staying comfortable in your discomfort quietly block your skin progress.Why this work leans more on lifestyle than on food or supplements (and why that surprises people).The realistic clearing timeline, from the 6-week anomalies to the clients who needed two years. Work With Us + Connect Ready to start? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Need one-on-one help? The Clear Skin Solution includes an HTMA for every client plus custom protocols and support for your whole six-month journey.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    36 min

  4. Jun 10

    S04E23. Chronic Acne & Mold Toxicity: The Missing Piece You Haven't Considered

    If you've tried everything and your skin still won't clear, mold exposure might be the piece nobody's looked at yet. Katie and Cris are diving into one of the most overlooked root causes of chronic acne: mycotoxin burden. In this episode, they break down what mycotoxins actually are, how mold exposure silently disrupts your gut, liver, and hormones, and why your skin keeps flaring even when you're doing all the right things. They also cover where mold hides (including in your food and supplements), who's most susceptible, and why this is absolutely not a DIY protocol situation. In This Episode We Cover What mycotoxins are and how they create a total body burden long after exposure is gone.How mold disrupts the gut lining, microbiome, and drives that chronic skin inflammation.The gut, liver, and hormone triangle and why mold throws all three off at once.Common signs of mycotoxin burden you might not be connecting to your skin.Why mold triggers histamine reactions, mast cell activation, and inflammatory breakouts.What testing options are available and why working with a practitioner is non-negotiable. Resources & Links Mentioned The GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing Package Work With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    25 min

  5. Jun 3

    S04E22. The Real Reason You're Not Sleeping (And What to Do About It)

    Sleep isn't just rest, and if you're struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, your body is trying to tell you something. Katie and Cris are getting into one of the most common issues they see with clients: sleep. In this episode, they break down what your body is actually doing while you sleep, why so many people are stuck in that wired-but-tired cycle, and what's really driving the problem — from blood sugar crashes and mineral imbalances to cortisol patterns and gut health. They also walk through their sleep supplement ladder so you know exactly what to try and when, without jumping straight to melatonin. In This Episode We Cover What your body is actually doing while you sleep and why cutting it short matters.The three main types of sleep issues and what each one is signalling in the body. How blood sugar instability, minerals, and cortisol patterns disrupt your sleep.Bedtime hygiene habits that make a bigger difference than any supplement.The sleep supplement ladder: from magnesium glycinate to melatonin and everything in between.What functional tests can reveal about why your sleep won't stabilize. Resources & Links Mentioned The DUTCH Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing PackageFunctional Blood Lab BundleTraditional Medicinals Nighty Night TeaTraditional Medicinals Cup of Calm TeaNFH Melatonin Spray Work With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    43 min

  6. May 27

    S04E21. Hormonal Acne & Your Cycle: Why Your Skin Changes Every Week

    If your skin looks like three different people in a month, you're not imagining it, and your cycle is the reason why. In this episode, Katie and Cris break down the four phases of your menstrual cycle and what each one is actually telling you about your skin. They cover the quick hormone 101 (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and the wildcard cortisol), what breakouts mean in each phase based on where they show up, and why the week before your period is the real stress test for your whole body. From jawline cysts to chin breakouts to that "good skin week" that vanishes, this episode will completely change how you read your cycle. In This Episode We Cover Why your skin reacts to the ratio between your hormones, not just one hormone at a time.What's happening in your menstrual phase and why leftover cysts from your luteal phase show up here.Why breakouts in your follicular phase ("good skin week") are a red flag for deeper imbalances.How the testosterone spike at ovulation drives chin and jawline breakouts, especially with PMOS or blood sugar instability.Why the luteal phase amplifies every imbalance already in your body and how to support it through the week before your period.The hidden drivers that get blamed on hormones but are actually gut dysbiosis, sluggish detox, or blood sugar dysregulation. Resources & Links Mentioned The Cycle AlmanacClearer Skin in 30 Dayshttps://katiestewartwellness.com/lp/acne-face-mappingThe HTMA Testing PackageThe DUTCH Testing PackageThe GI Map Testing PackageAcne face mapping guide Work With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    39 min

  7. May 20

    S04E20. The Real Reason You're Iron Deficient: What Your Doctor Missed

    Getting told your iron is low and handed a supplement isn't the whole story — and for a lot of people, it's actually making things worse. Katie and Cris are diving deep into one of the most misunderstood minerals out there: iron. In this episode, they break down everything iron actually does in the body (hint: it's way more than energy), why low iron is rarely just about low iron, and why blindly supplementing without understanding the root cause can backfire fast. From gut infections and low stomach acid to estrogen dominance and pathogen load, this episode will completely change the way you look at your iron labs. In This Episode We Cover What iron actually does in the body beyond energy and oxygen transport.Why low stomach acid is one of the most overlooked reasons you can't absorb iron.How gut infections like H. pylori, candida, and parasites steal your iron.Why supplementing iron with an active gut infection can make things worse.What a complete iron panel actually looks like and which markers matter.How heavy periods and estrogen dominance contribute to iron depletion. Resources & Links Mentioned The GI Map Testing PackageThe HTMA Testing PackageFunctional Blood Lab BundleWork With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    31 min

  8. May 13

    S04E19. The Simple Habits Clearing Acne That Nobody Talks About

    Katie and Cris are breaking down the lifestyle fundamentals that quietly make or break your skin (and why most people skip right past them in search of the next big thing). From how well you're chewing your food to when you're eating it, these are the foundational habits that support blood sugar, digestion, hormones, and yes, your skin. Simple, free, and wildly underrated — this episode is your reminder that the basics work when you actually do them. In This Episode We Cover Why chewing your food properly is the most underrated act of digestion.How hydration actually works at a cellular level (and why coffee doesn't count).The fruit rule and how food combining can reduce bloating and improve digestion.Why meal timing matters for blood sugar, cortisol, and acne.The PFF method (protein, fiber, fat) for stable blood sugar and clearer skin.How to start stacking these habits one at a time without getting overwhelmed.Resources & Links Mentioned Clearer Skin in 30 DaysThe Clear Skin Coach AIWork With Us + Connect Ready to start working on your skin? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiestewartwellnessLoved this episode? Leave us a review, it truly helps more people find the show! 🙏 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 Use code CELEBRATE25 to save 25% on every course and tool at katiestewartwellness.com (does not include testing or The Clear Skin Solution).

    36 min
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Struggling with acne, hormones, or gut issues that no one seems to explain in plain English? Keep It Clear is the podcast that cuts through the noise. ✨ Hosted by Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown, who've helped 3,000+ clients across 15+ countries clear their skin from the inside out. Every episode breaks down what your skin and body actually need, across the 5 things that drive breakouts: gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, nervous system regulation, and nourishing skincare. You'll get practical tips, real client stories, and clinical answers to the questions you've been Googling at 1am. 💜 Because clear isn't just about your skin. It's about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health. In a world that makes women's health way too complicated, this show keeps it simple: clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Tune in and let's Keep It Clear. (Formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles.) 💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com 📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness

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  • Creator
    Katie Stewart, RHN & Cris Brown, RHN
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    161
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Katie Stewart Wellness Inc.
  • Show Website
    Keep It Clear

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