Our guest this episode is Dr. Niyati Sharma, a plant-based dermatologist who recently co-founded the first plant-based dermatology practice in Australia! She is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists and consult dermatologist at several hospitals and medical centers. She has completed a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Northwestern University, and a Masters in Public Health at John Hopkins University, is a published author in international dermatology literature and has presented her research at dermatological conferences. This is such a fun and important conversation as so many people these days struggle with skin concerns, we talk about everything from acne and eczema to skin cancer and wrinkles!
In this episode we cover:
Why she became vegan and how she discovered plant-based nutrition
How traveling Australia inspired her to specialize in dermatology
What the clinical practice of dermatology looks like
How diet impacts skin disease
Acne treatments and the importance of avoiding dairy
What to do if you are vegan and still have trouble with acne
Whether soy phytoestrogens affect the skin
Treatment for acne scars
The connection between diet and eczema
Dietary interventions for psoriasis
How diet can help with sun spots and skin cancer
Her sunscreen recommendations
How to prevent and reduce wrinkles
If tanning beds increase risk of cancer
Other lifestyle factors that influence skin health
If you would like to connect with Dr. Sharma, you can find her on Instagram: @dr_vegan
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*Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!*
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