S02 E44 – The Importance of the Skin Microbiome with Larry Weiss, MD

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Larry Weiss about one of the most fascinating aspects of skin health—the microbiome. Dr. Weiss shares his expertise on how the skin microbiome, a complex system of microbes living on and in our bodies, plays a huge role in not only protecting us from disease but also in maintaining our skin’s natural resilience. 

Dr. Weiss introduces us to Symbiome, his skincare brand dedicated to restoring and maintaining the balance of the skin microbiome. We discuss the importance of choosing ethical and effective products that actually support, rather than harm, our skin’s natural defense system.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone wanting to take their skincare and health knowledge to the next level!

In this episode, we discuss:

• The skin microbiome and its complex system of microbes play a crucial role in protecting us from disease and maintaining resilience.
• Why restoring the microbiome and curating our environment can improve our health and prevent disease.
• Responsible and ethical skincare products can support the health and resilience of the skin.
• How the human body is a complex system, and all its components are interconnected.
• Why diet plays a significant role in skin health and overall well-being.

Additional Resources:

• Larry’s Instagram | @larry.weiss_
• Symbiome’s Instagram | @symbiomeskin
• Symbiome.com | Use CLEAR20 for 20% Off
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We have lost 80% of the diversity that we had on our skin. But what’s more important is not so much which bacteria we lost, but what they were doing.

Larry Weiss

Key Episode Moments:

• 00:00 Introduction and Conversion to Skincare
• 02:00 Larry Weiss’s Background and Journey
• 05:24 The Importance of a Healthy Microbiome
• 08:54 Understanding the Skin Microbiome
• 13:06 Studying the Microbiome and Engraftment
• 17:24 The Impact of Microbiome Loss on Health
• 19:15 Restoring Health and Resilience
• 21:35 Curating Our Environment for Better Health
• 25:32 The Importance of Nature’s Packaging
• 30:13 The Skin as a Biomarker for Health
• 32:38 Curating Our Friends and Environment
• 35:27 Opportunities for Health and Resilience
• 37:32 Understanding the Skin Microbiome
• 40:24 The Complexity of the Human Body
• 42:16 The Role of Diet in Skin Health
• 47:59 Challenges of Behavior Change
• 53:24 Education and Decision-Making in the Marketplace

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