Why We Treat Eczema from the Inside Out

For anyone who has struggled with eczema, you know it’s more than just dry or itchy skin.It’s the discomfort, the visible irritation, the feeling that your body is flaring without warning—and often, the frustration of being handed another cream or prescription without real answers.

At Optimal You Wellness Center, we approach eczema differently.

We believe eczema isn’t just a skin issue—it’s a signal.It’s your body’s way of saying, “Something inside needs attention.”

The Skin Reflects the Inside Story

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it’s deeply interconnected with your gut, immune system, detox pathways, and nervous system.When we see eczema on the surface, we ask: “What’s happening beneath the skin that’s creating this level of inflammation?”

Topical relief can be helpful short-term, but for real healing to occur, we have to zoom in and explore the internal terrain.

What’s Really Driving Eczema?

While each case is unique, some of the most common root causes we see include:

Gut Imbalances & Leaky Gut

• An inflamed or permeable gut lining can allow food particles, toxins, and bacteria to enter the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and skin reactions.

• Dysbiosis (an imbalance of good and bad bacteria) can impair immune regulation and contribute to chronic skin issues.

Food Sensitivities

• Certain foods may be driving an immune response—often subtly.

• Common culprits: gluten, dairy, eggs, soy, and histamine-rich foods.

Toxin Overload

• When detox pathways (especially the liver and skin) are overwhelmed, your body may try to release toxins through the skin.

• Mold exposure, heavy metals, plastics, and fragrances can all be part of this picture.

Nutrient Deficiencies

• Zinc, omega-3s, vitamin D, and antioxidants play key roles in skin healing and immune regulation. We look for deficiencies in these.

• Inflammation, stress, or poor absorption can deplete these resources. We help decipher what’s playing a part in your specific case and make necessary adjustments.

Immune Dysregulation

• Eczema is often linked to an overactive or confused immune system.

• This is why many children with eczema also experience allergies, asthma, or frequent infections.

Rather than guessing which triggers are driving your flares, we use advanced functional testing to uncover the root causes.

(For an overview of the types of tests we use, read our blog “Why We Test, Not Guess”.

These tests help us build a personalized, targeted plan that supports healing from the inside out.

Our Approach to Healing Eczema Holistically

True healing takes time—and it looks different for each person.But our foundational approach typically includes:

• Restoring Gut Integrity: through elimination diets, targeted supplements, and microbiome support

• Reducing Inflammatory Triggers: based on test results and your lived experience

• Supporting Detox Pathways: using nutrients, gentle drainage, hydration, and sometimes binders

• Replenishing Nutrients: especially the ones stated above

• Regulating the Immune Response: through nervous system support, breathwork, and stress reduction techniques

• Cleaning Up Environmental Exposures: like switching to fragrance-free laundry detergents, avoiding harsh body products, and reducing synthetic chemicals in your home

You deserve more than symptom management.You deserve answers.You deserve a team that sees your skin and what’s beneath it.Eczema is just a way your body iis trying to get your attention—and we’re here to help you listen.

Ready to Heal from the Inside Out?

If you're tired of short-term fixes and want a root-cause approach to your eczema, we invite you to work with us.Together, we’ll explore what your body is trying to say—and build a path toward calm, clear skin and whole-body wellness.

In Health & Healing

Heather Beebe, Health Coach

On behalf of Optimal You Wellness Center

Rooted in science. Guided by intuition. Dedicated to you.