Hi,

It’s coming into ‘winter’ here in sunny Queensland. I know for many of you the weather is getting warmer instead.

With the colder weather, my tummy turned to warmer food and hot drinks. My current favorite is a turmeric golden latte. Yum.

For many seb derm sufferers, winter worsens the condition. There are many theories for this, but many feel the lack of sun is to blame for this aggravation.

While having turmeric teas won’t solve this problem, it did lead me down the rabbit hole of finding out if turmeric has a role to play in treating seb derm.

Turmeric contains powerful active compounds like curcumin and cucurminoid, which are known for their anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. These properties suggest that turmeric may help reduce the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis.

Sadly, turmeric has not been shown to have any antifungal effect on Malassezia. However, it has anti-aging properties, improves acne and helps skin healing along.

Despite the yellow tinge it leaves, if you’re looking for a natural remedy for seb derm (and aging), topical tumeric may be worth trying. Ingesting turmeric has also been shown to improve chronic inflammation.

Unfortunately, turmeric has very low absorption. That’s why some people opt for turmeric supplements instead.

Bulletproof has turmeric gummies in a peach ginger flavor to cover the turmeric taste. Use code MADAMEWELL20 for an extra 20% off. 

You can read more about this wonderful Indian spice in this article. I also wrote down my home recipe for a cosy golden latte at the end of the article. 

Totally hygge! Yes, I listened to the audiobook – The Little Book of Hygge this week.

For a limited time, stock up on Bulletproof supplements at 25% off! That includes the turmeric gummies I mentioned and lots more.

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Why do you recommend products that contain plant oils like olive oil and coconut oil that can feed Malassezia?

I do recommend some products that contain small amounts of plant-based oils. This is because most natural products contain some of these oils. I’ve found that when it’s in combination with lots of other active compounds, especially if the plant oil is listed way down the list, your skin doesn’t react to it.

I will never recommend applying plant oils directly to the skin. If you find that any product is irritating your skin, regardless of its ingredient list, stop using it.

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Stay healthy, happy, safe and rash-free!

Until next week,

Sharon G.