The Eczema Warrior Podcast

The holidays are officially around the corner🎄🎅🏼🎁!! Which means this is the time of year when many of you start worrying about flares and symptoms.In this episode, Julia walks through exactly how to navigate holiday eating, drinking, family gatherings, disrupted routines, and stress. She covers: Why your nervous system determines whether you flareHow to enter the holiday season calm instead of anxiousHow to eat at holiday events to reduce cravings, bloating, and eczemaRecommended supplements to support you through the seasonThe importance of boundaries, sleep, and maintaining some routineand more!! ✨ 2025 is ENDING!Have you booked your consult call yet? Book now for a free consultation and receive a protocol in time for the holidays.Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this week’s episode, Julia talks about why focusing on your wins can help you heal faster. If you find yourself focusing on problems, this episode is a must listen!She covers:Why constantly focusing on problems can amplify inflammation and stressThe neuroscience behind attention and how it impacts healingHow to identify and count your wins to shift your mindsetLearn a practical exercise to notice progress in areas like gut health, mood, sleep, and mindset so you can start celebrating the wins you might be overlooking :)Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia talks about how to use the power of deciding for your manifestations and goals to come to fruition. She covers: The science behind decidingWhy wanting attracts more wantingPractical steps to manifest your goalsLearn the neuroscience behind manifestation, including how your Reticular Activating System (RAS) works, and how to align your mindset, emotions, and daily actions to bring your desires into reality!Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia explains the difference between a Healing Mindset vs a Stuck Mindset and how your thought patterns can influence your symptoms and overall reality. She offers tools to shift your mindset, take ownership of your healing, and work with your body, not against it.She covers:Why mindset work is often misunderstoodWhat a Healing Mindset looks likeHow a Stuck Mindset shows upReflection questions you can use to start shifting your mindsetand more!Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In today’s episode, Julia dives into why weight loss isn't just about eating less calories. Julia discusses the deeper, overlooked causes of stubborn weight gain and what your body is really trying to tell you.If you’ve been cutting calories, dieting, or restricting food but not seeing results, this episode is for you.She covers:Why chronic calorie restriction slows your metabolismThe role of stress, hormones, and your nervous systemHow your gut health and microbiome impact weight5 actionable steps to start losing weight (without restriction)Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia dives deep into the gut-brain connection — exploring how your microbiome directly influences your mood and mental health, and how supporting your gut can help with anxiety and low mood.She covers:The science behind the gut-brain axisHow inflammation in your gut affects your mindThe link between low microbial diversity and anxietyHow to support your gut with fiber, fermented foods & polyphenolsWork with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book GI-MAP test + Interpretation⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia dives into the connection between polyphenols, the microbiome, and gut and skin health. She explains how these plant compounds can strengthen your gut barrier, reduce inflammation, and support healing from the inside out.She covers:What polyphenols are and why they’re essential for gut and skin healthHow polyphenols feed beneficial bacteria like Akkermansia muciniphilaSimple, practical ways to add more polyphenol-rich foods into your diet… and so much more!Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book GI-MAP test + InterpretationFollow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

I’m sharing a walking meditation for you to enjoy on your morning walk!Listen to this meditation to trust your body's healing ✨If you enjoy this episode, please share, subscribe, and leave us a review 🤍Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia sits down with Neil Dou, Registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine expert from British Columbia to uncover the connection between Long COVID, the immune system, and eczema. We explore how post COVID infection and immune dysregulation can lead to eczema flares, fatigue, and lingering symptoms, as well as how TCM views the lungs, gut, and skin as deeply interconnected.What long COVID is and why some people experience lingering symptomsHow your immune system and lungs affect eczema (from a TCM perspective) TCM foods and herbs that can help to support the lungs, immune system, and eczema Practical tips to improve immunity and reduce long COVID symptomsConnect with Neil:Neil's websiteNeil's InstagramRecipe mentioned: Ingredients:Rice ~60gMillet ~120gLotus seeds (without the heart stem) ~30g Goji Berries ~10g (If you want to have the porridge in dessert style, you can add some brown sugar to it)Procedure: Cook the above content together until the lotus seeds, rice, and millet soften and the porridge thickens. 

In this episode, Julia explains why over focusing on your symptoms can actually make them worse and shares practical strategies to redirect your attention and calming your nervous system.She covers:What symptom obsession looks like in daily lifeHow it impacts your nervous system and inflammationPractical tips to manage symptom fixation and regain control…and so much more to help you heal without getting stuck on your symptoms!Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia talks about why doing less can actually help you heal faster. If you’ve been doing “all the things” but still feel stuck in your healing journey, this conversation will show you why simplifying may be exactly what your body needs.Julia covers:What “doing less” really means (and what it doesn’t)A powerful client success story about healing through simplicityPractical tips to streamline your healing routineOne homework assignment to focus on this week⁠⁠⁠💊 15% OFF All Professional Grade Supplements (until Sept 21 2025)⁠⁠Work with Julia:⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia shares practical strategies to reduce food anxiety, enjoy meals without guilt, and support healing for your gut and skin without sacrificing your mental health.What you’ll learn:Why labeling foods as “good” or “bad” blocks healingHow relaxed, joyful meals support gut + skin healthTips to safely reintroduce foods you’ve been avoidingMindset strategies to heal beyond nutrition alone⁠⁠💊 15% OFF All Professional Grade Supplements (until Sept 21 2025)⁠Work with Julia:⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia dives into the hidden risks of strict diets, including vegan, keto, carnivore, and elimination diets. She talks about while these diets can seem healthy or help with weight loss, they can sometimes backfire.She covers:The benefits and risks of vegan dietsHow elimination diets can reduce gut microbiome diversityThe risks of carnivore and keto diets The role of psychological stress in restrictive dietingand so much more! If you’ve ever wondered whether your diet is truly supporting your body long term, this episode will be for you.⁠💊 15% OFF All Professional Grade Supplements (until Sept 21 2025)Work with Julia:⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

💊 15% OFF All Professional Grade Supplements (Valid until Sept 21 2025)In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic Julia gets asked about all the time: Eczema during pregnancy and postpartum. Why do some women experience severe flares, while others see their skin completely clear up? And why do flares happen postpartum?Julia breaks down:The Pregnancy-Immune System ConnectionFlares Throughout the TrimestersWhat happens postpartum and why flares are commonPractical tips to manage eczema during pregnancy and postpartum Work with Julia:Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠!

If you've been stuck in your journey even with eating clean, taking supplements, and living a balanced lifestyle, this episode could change everything.Tune into this short and sweet episode, and let me know what you think!Don't forget to leave us a review if you have been enjoying any of our episodes 🤍

In this episode, Julia sits down with Trista Chan, a Registered Dietitian specializing in PCOS and hormone health, as they unpack everything you need to know about PCOS. We cover:What PCOS is and it's common symptomsRoot causes and lifestyle factors that influence PCOSConventional vs. Alternative treatment optionsNutrition and lifestyle tips to manage PCOSand more!Trista's websiteTrista's InstagramWork with Julia:⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Can you still heal your gut and skin while eating out at restaurants or ordering takeout? Yes! And Julia talks all about how.She covers:Top tips for eating out and choosing meals that nourish your gut and skinHow food freedom and balance actually support faster healingMindset shifts to ditch the stress and food anxietyYou’ll learn how to enjoy food, connect socially, and still support your healing.💊 Get Access to Professional-Grade Supplements:ThorneMicrobiome LabsWork with Julia:Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, Julia covers how to meal plan effectively and efficiently for busy entrepreneurs, moms, and professionals dealing with eczema, gut issues, or chronic inflammation.If you are struggling to stay consistent with healthy eating, tired of thinking about "what to eat," then this episode is for you. We give practical tips and ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks!Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a GI Map Test + Interpretation Session ⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠!

REGISTER for the Free Happiness Summit (July 17–20)In this episode, Julia unpacks the truth about anti-inflammatory diets, seed oils, and what inflammation really means.Julia cuts through the noise around current diet myths. She explains the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, and why personalized healing matters more than fear-based food rules.You'll also hear about why seed oils aren't as "bad" and inflammatory as villains the internet claims, and why it's more important to look at the bigger picture.Work with Julia:Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠Book a GI Map Test + Interpretation Session Follow Julia on her social ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠!

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering, “Is this even working? This episode is for you.In today’s pep talk, Julia dives deep into the self doubt that so often arises on chronic healing journeys. Whether you’re dealing with eczema, gut issues, chronic pain, or hormone imbalances, the doubt about whether things are working is common. Julia covers why doubt is more than just a thought, how it’s a physical reaction that slows healing, and how to reframe your mindset to support true progress.You’ll also hear a client story that proves healing doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful!00:00: Introduction: Stop Doubting Your Healing Journey 00:56: Why You’re Questioning If It’s Working 01:56: How Self Doubt Slows Down Your Healing 03:07: The Missing Piece: Mindset & Nervous System Work 03:31: Where Your Doubt Comes From (And How to Shift It) 04:43: Science Behind Healing: The Gut-Skin-Nervous System Link 06:51: Perfectionism Is Blocking Your Progress 08:02: How One Client Healed by Doing LESS 09:49: Journal Prompt: 10 Signs You Are Healing 10:59: ConclusionWork with Julia:Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠!