On this week’s episode of the Daily Dietitian Podcast, we welcome a special guest, Registered Dietitian Julia, whose personal journey with eczema and functional healing is as inspiring as it is informative. Originally from Vancouver, BC, Julia shares how her own health struggles led her down the path of integrative nutrition, functional medicine, and root-cause healing.
Whether you’re dealing with eczema, gut issues, or chronic inflammation, this episode dives deep into the mind-body connection, how food plays a role, and why stress may be one of the biggest (and most overlooked) culprits in persistent skin and gut symptoms.
Meet Julia, RD: A Dietitian Who’s Lived It
Julia didn’t just study nutrition—she lived through the struggle. While pursuing her degree in dietetics, she battled severe eczema that nearly caused her to quit school. It wasn’t until she explored functional medicine, lifestyle changes, and nervous system regulation that she began to truly heal.
That experience ignited a passion to help others manage eczema and inflammation holistically—through personalized nutrition, gut support, stress management, and supplement strategies.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
🎙️ Here are three key takeaways from our conversation with Julia:
- Cracking the Root Cause Code:
Why eczema isn’t just a skin issue—and how to identify deeper issues like gut dysbiosis, chronic stress, and hormone imbalances. - Food Fears & Myths—Especially Around Gluten:
Why not everyone needs to cut out gluten or dairy, and how fear-based social media advice may be doing more harm than good. - Stress Is a Bigger Trigger Than You Think:
How your nervous system directly impacts your gut and skin, and why learning to manage stress is just as critical as what’s on your plate.
Diet, Supplements, & Eczema—What Actually Works?
Julia explains how she helps clients build sustainable nutrition plans and how over-focusing on “perfect eating” or piling on supplements can backfire. Supplements like probiotics, digestive enzymes, and adaptogens like ashwagandha can be helpful, but only when matched to your root causes—not just what’s trending online.
As Julia says:
“Supplements are just that—supplementary. It all starts with food, mindset, and stress regulation.”
Real Talk: Skin, Confidence & Compassion
We also discuss the emotional toll of visible skin conditions and how important it is to give yourself grace in the healing journey. Julia reminds us that you don’t need to be perfect to make progress, and that even small, consistent changes can lead to big improvements over time.
Resources from Julia
Julia offers free resources to help you get started with healing from the inside out:
- Break Free from Inflammation Guide – Great for anyone struggling with gut or skin issues
- 6 Easy Steps to Clear Your Eczema Guide – A helpful starting point for managing eczema holistically
- National Eczema Association – Trusted, research-based information and an annual Expo for support and education
Listen Now + Connect with Julia
Ready to tune in?
👉 Listen to the full episode here:
💻 Connect with Julia:
- Instagram: Instagram
- Website
- Resources & Podcast
- YouTube
Final Thoughts
This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed by skin symptoms, food fears, or the pressure to “eat perfectly” to heal. Julia’s compassionate, science-backed approach is a refreshing reminder that healing is not about being perfect—it’s about understanding your body, making supportive choices, and giving yourself grace along the way.
