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Welcome to ‘To the Root’, a podcast tailored for skin warriors eager to nerd out on all things root cause care and healing skin from the inside-out.
Join your host, Robyn Spangler, as she becomes your big sister in functional health & skin healing. With over a decade of experience as a functional dietitian, Robyn deeply believes the conventional medicine system is failing us. She is dedicated to empowering skin warriors with knowledge and strategies to get to the root cause of your skin concerns. In her efforts, Robyn has founded The Clear Skin Lab - a program designed to help individuals address the root causes of their skin struggles and make their skin their favorite outfit again.
Disclaimer: this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical treatment.
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In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler offers an in-depth exploration of melasma as a complex, internally driven skin condition—not simply a cosmetic concern or a consequence of sun exposure. Robyn breaks down the interconnected roles of estrogen signaling, iron metabolism, antioxidant status, and light exposure in driving melanin overproduction. She explains how hormonal shifts, impaired iron recycling, nutrient imbalances, and a disrupted circadian environment can create a biologica...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler explores the essential but often overlooked role of the skin microbiome in maintaining healthy, resilient skin. Rather than focusing solely on bacteria elimination, she discusses a balanced, science-driven approach to supporting the skin’s natural ecosystem. Robyn explains how harsh topicals, long-term antibiotics, stress, and overuse of actives can disrupt the skin barrier, increase inflammation, and create an environment where opportunistic pat...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler speaks with Clear Skin Lab client Alexi about her long-term struggle with cystic acne and the turning point that led her away from conventional dermatology and toward a functional, root-cause approach. After years of cycling through antibiotics, Accutane, spironolactone, and topical treatments, Alexi reached a point where treating symptoms no longer felt sufficient. She shares how comprehensive testing—including GI mapping, mineral analysis, horm...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler, explores the powerful connection between gut health and skin health — specifically how a compromised gut lining can trigger chronic inflammation that surfaces as acne, eczema, rosacea, and more. Robyn breaks down the science behind “leaky gut” (also known as intestinal permeability) and explains how everyday factors like stress, poor nutrient absorption, and microbial imbalances can quietly fuel skin flare-ups. She also shares The Clear Skin Lab...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler sits down with women’s health practitioner Meg Langston to explore two widely misunderstood topics in women’s health: iron dysregulation and the clinically backed benefits of creatine for women. Meg discusses why iron issues are not just a matter of “too little” or “too much,” but often a problem of impaired iron movement and storage. She explains how cofactors such as copper and retinol are essential for proper iron regulation, and how deficienc...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes you behind the numbers to uncover what your blood work is really saying about your skin. If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” while your skin continues to flare, this episode will help you understand why “normal” lab ranges don’t always mean optimal health. Robyn explains how to interpret your results through a functional lens—identifying subtle imbalances that conventional medicine often overlooks—and how to connect those fin...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler explores the two most common approaches to managing chronic skin conditions: conventional care and functional medicine. While conventional care often relies on long-term prescriptions and symptom management, functional medicine can leave patients overwhelmed with extensive testing, supplement regimens, and restrictive diets. Robyn shares her personal experience navigating both ends of the spectrum and explains why the Clear Skin Lab offers a thir...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler addresses one of the most common questions from prospective clients: “Why can’t I just do one or two sessions?” She explains why the Clear Skin Lab program is designed as a six-month commitment rather than a short-term or piecemeal option. Drawing on over a decade of experience, Robyn outlines the realities of chronic skin healing—including why results often don’t appear until several months in, the emotional challenges of the “Valley of Despair,...
Use the code ROOT at check-out for 10% off Rayvi: https://rayvishop.com/ In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler explores the complex role histamine plays in chronic skin conditions, with a focus on eczema and related flare patterns. While histamine is often blamed as the culprit, Robyn explains why it is actually a messenger of underlying imbalances—ranging from nutrient deficiencies and impaired DAO enzyme activity, to gut dysbiosis, hormonal shifts, and environmental exposure...
Use the code ROOT at check-out for 10% off Rayvi: https://rayvishop.com/ In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler unpacks one of the most confusing—and frustrating—skin-health mashups: PCOS and acne. Far beyond the misconception that PCOS is simply “cysts on the ovaries,” Robyn explains how insulin resistance, elevated androgens, and stress responses can directly influence breakouts. She outlines the diagnostic criteria for PCOS, discusses lesser-known subtypes such as post-pill ...
Use the code ROOT at check-out for 10% off Rayvi: https://rayvishop.com/ In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler speaks with Clear Skin Lab client Kolby about her 20-year struggle with psoriasis and cystic acne. After years of conventional treatments—including Accutane, birth control, and countless topicals—Kolby found that these approaches offered only temporary relief. Her story highlights the turning point of transitioning from conventional dermatology to a functional, root-c...
Use the code ROOT at check-out for 10% off Rayvi: https://rayvishop.com/ In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler speaks with Clear Skin Lab client Emma about her 15-year struggle with cystic acne—a journey that included four rounds of Accutane, repeated flare-ups, and years of emotional and physical challenges. Emma shares how her skin condition affected major life moments, from her wedding to her journey toward motherhood, and why traditional dermatology approaches never provid...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler explores a stage of the healing journey that many people experience but few talk about openly: when you're doing all the right things, but your skin hasn't caught up yet. Robyn unpacks the physiological and emotional reasons why skin healing can feel more difficult before it starts to improve. From the deep internal work your body is doing at the cellular level, to the emotional toll of not seeing visible results right away, this conversation off...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler tackles a widespread myth in the skin health world: that Candida is the root cause of acne and other chronic skin conditions. While Candida overgrowth may play a role in certain symptoms, Robyn explains why it's rarely the primary driver — and why simply following anti-Candida diets or supplement protocols often fails to deliver lasting results. Drawing on over a decade of clinical experience, Robyn walks through the deeper terrain issues that al...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler speaks with Kelly, a client whose experience with psoriasis began in early childhood and persisted for over three decades. From topical steroids and phototherapy to restrictive elimination diets and functional medicine, Kelly shares the evolution of her approach and the emotional toll of living with a visible, chronic skin condition. Kelly walks us through her turning point—when frustration, resilience, and a desire to feel truly well led her to ...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler offers a candid and insightful discussion on what it really looks like to pursue skin healing through a root cause approach. With years of experience both personally and professionally in addressing chronic skin conditions like psoriasis, Robyn unpacks the emotional, physical, and psychological journey clients often face when they begin functional healing protocols. From the initial optimism to the inevitable challenges—including the frustrating ...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into the complex and often misunderstood world of psoriasis—an autoimmune condition that goes far beyond the surface of the skin. Drawing from both personal experience and over a decade of clinical work, Robyn shares why addressing psoriasis requires far more than topical treatments or vitamin D supplements. This episode breaks down the internal drivers of chronic inflammation—including gut health, immune system dysregulation, l...
In this episode of To The Root, host Robyn Spangler sits down with Talia, a driven professional and soon-to-be bride, to explore her 15-year struggle with chronic acne—and the transformative path she took to finally achieve clear skin. After years of conventional treatments, including Accutane, spironolactone, and countless topical products, Talia still found herself stuck in a cycle of breakouts and frustration. It wasn’t until she joined The Clear Skin Lab that she discovered how deeper roo...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into one of the most controversial—and commonly misunderstood—topics in skin health: iodine and its connection to acne. For decades, iodine has been viewed with suspicion in the acne community, often blamed for breakouts and inflammation. But is the science really that clear-cut? Robyn unpacks the history behind iodine’s bad reputation, including the impact of flawed mid-20th century research and the rise of halogen competitors ...
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler welcomes Clear Skin Lab client Ali Christensen to share her deeply personal and transformative journey with chronic acne. As a high school teacher, single mother, and longtime “healthy eater,” Ali had spent years navigating prescriptions, restrictive diets, expensive treatments, and emotional burnout—only to still feel stuck in a cycle of painful breakouts and frustration. Together, Robyn and Ali explore what finally made the difference: understa...
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