Keep It Clear

Your skin was "fine" on the pill, so why is it freaking out now that you've come off it?

In this episode, Katie and Cris get real about what's actually happening in your body when you go on or come off the birth control pill, and why your doctor's answer of "just go back on it" is keeping you stuck. From gut health to hormonal rebounds to the supplement mistakes that make things worse, this one's packed with the honest conversation you wish you'd had before you ever took that first pill.


In This Episode We Cover
  • How the birth control pill impacts your gut microbiome, liver, and hormones.
  • Why post-pill acne isn't just a hormone issue, it's a root cause issue.The most common mistakes people make when coming off the pill (hint: it involves DIM and period gummies).
  • Why jumping straight to a DUTCH test might be doing you more harm than good.
  • What "calming the terrain" actually means and why it's your first step.
  • Why your sex hormones are downstream and what to work on first.

Things We Mentioned

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  • Ready to get to the root of what's going on with your skin? Check out our courses, functional testing, and programs here.
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What is Keep It Clear?

Struggling with acne, hormones, or gut issues that no one seems to explain in plain English? Keep It Clear is the podcast that cuts through the noise. ✨


Hosted by Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown, who've helped 3,000+ clients across 15+ countries clear their skin from the inside out.


Every episode breaks down what your skin and body actually need, across the 5 things that drive breakouts: gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, nervous system regulation, and nourishing skincare. You'll get practical tips, real client stories, and clinical answers to the questions you've been Googling at 1am. 💜


Because clear isn't just about your skin. It's about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health.


In a world that makes women's health way too complicated, this show keeps it simple: clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Tune in and let's Keep It Clear.


(Formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles.)


💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com


📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness