Ireland almost certainly has one of the highest rates of skin disease in Europe. Over half of the population is affected by a skin condition in any given year. Yet the number that gets officially recorded is a fraction of that. This isn't because Ireland's hiding
If you've been dealing with a skin condition for years and still can't figure it out, your gut might be part of the reason. The connection between gut health and skin is well researched at this point. It even has a name - the gut-skin axis.
Over two thirds of Irish people have either experienced or currently live with a skin condition. In real terms, that's millions of people managing something every single day - and that's before accounting for the significant number who never get formally diagnosed at all. Ireland's
I've had psoriasis since I was fifteen. The first time I ever got real relief from it was on holiday. I came back noticeably clearer and I remember mentioning it to my dermatologist at the next appointment, almost excited about it. He told me to avoid the sun.
I've had eczema since I was a baby. I've tried most things over the years. Creams, prescriptions, diets, the lot. Some helped a bit, but nothing fixed it. It was so tricky to stay disciplined. Any bit of progress I'd make would be paired