Many women only take action when symptoms become severe. That is why I often hear the same remark during consultations: It started suddenly. As if the body changed overnight. As if fatigue, skin problems, or hormonal complaints just appeared out of nowhere. However, in most cases, symptoms develop gradually. When we look deeper, it often turns out that the body had been giving signals for much longer:

• chronic bowel complaints
• fatigue
• hormonal fluctuations
• sleep problems
• changes in the skin

All small indications that the body is becoming unbalanced.

Why skin problems often reveal more than you think

The skin regularly reacts to what happens internally. Therefore, within natural health science, skin problems are often not viewed solely as a cosmetic issue.

The body constantly tries to compensate when systems are under pressure. Think of prolonged stress, hormonal imbalance, gut problems, or nutrient deficiencies. Over time, these disturbances can become visible through the skin.

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Acne on the forehead and oily skin

Acne on the forehead or extremely oily skin is sometimes associated with gut health and internal inflammation. Within natural health philosophies, factors such as the following are therefore regularly considered:

• gut flora
• power supply
• stress
• digestion
• inflammatory reactions

In some cases, conditions such as celiac disease, intestinal inflammation, or a disturbed gut balance may play a role.

Dark circles under the eyes

Dark circles under the eyes are often simply seen as fatigue. However, they can sometimes be associated with other underlying factors, such as:

• prolonged stress
• sleep deprivation
• iron or vitamin B12 deficiencies
• increased physical strain

When fatigue persists for a long time, it is important to take a broader view of the body.

Redness or rash on the cheeks and nose

Redness, sensitivity, or a rash on the face can have various causes. Within functional and orthomolecular approaches, the following are sometimes examined:

• chronic inflammation
• food sensitivities
• gut health
• histamine sensitivity
• immune responses

As a result, the skin can become a visible signal of internal stress.

Cystic acne and hormonal imbalance

Deep, painful acne or excessive facial hair growth are frequently linked to hormonal imbalances. Sometimes factors such as are taken into account:

• PCOS
• insulin resistance
• estrogen dominance
• thyroid problems such as Hashimoto’s

In these situations, it is often not just about skincare, but about supporting hormonal balance.

Why skin products alone are often not enough

Many people try to solve skin problems primarily from the outside with creams, makeup, or skincare products. Although skincare can be important, the cause does not always lie solely in the skin itself.

That is why more and more people are choosing to take a broader view of nutrition, stress, gut health, and hormonal balance.

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Hijama and natural support for physical balance

Within natural health guidance, hijama and cupping are sometimes used to support relaxation, balance, and recovery. In addition, attention to nutrition, sleep, and deficiencies can contribute to supporting the body. Every situation is different. Therefore, it is important not only to view complaints in isolation, but to look at the complete picture.

Listening to signals from the body

Many people keep going for a long time despite clear signals from their body. Only when symptoms accumulate does the realization dawn that the body has been out of balance for quite some time.

That is precisely why it is important to take signals seriously before symptoms worsen. When skin problems are accompanied by fatigue, intestinal issues, or hormonal changes, it can be useful to look deeper into the cause.

When further research may be valuable

Sometimes targeted examinations can help gain more insight into what is going on inside the body. Within the practice, we therefore look not only at a single isolated complaint, but at the entire system:

• gut health
• hormones
• stress load
• nutritional deficiencies
• recovery capacity of the body

In this way, a more complete picture emerges of what the body needs to regain balance.

Over de auteur

Najat Haddouch is orthomoleculair therapeut, hijama expert en founder van Islamic Medicine Academy.

Gespecialiseerd in:

• darmgezondheid
• hormonen
• chronische vermoeidheid
• islamitische geneeskunde

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