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To The Root
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.
Episodes
41 episodes
Histamine & Eczema: What Can You Do?
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 ro...
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Episode 36
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30:50
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PCOS & Acne: Understanding the Real Connections
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 frustr...
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Episode 35
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28:16
From Psoriasis to Mineral Mocktails: Kolby’s Clear Skin Comeback
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 abou...
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Episode 34
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26:48
From Accutane to Functional Healing: Emma’s Journey to Clear Skin
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...
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Episode 33
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33:40
Why Skin Healing Gets Hard Before It Gets Better
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 unpac...
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Episode 32
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30:16
Candida & Acne: Busting the Yeast-Beast Myth and Treating the Real Root Cause
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, ...
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Episode 31
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30:03
A 32-Year Journey with Psoriasis: Kelly’s Path to Healing Through Root Cause Medicine
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 an...
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Episode 30
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22:45
What to Expect With a Root Cause Skin Healing Journey
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 professio...
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Episode 29
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38:39
Psoriasis 101:More Than Just a Skin Thing
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 ...
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Episode 28
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34:58
From 15 Years of Chronic Acne to Clear Skin – Talia’s Journey with Clear Skin Lab
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.Af...
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Episode 27
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25:34
Iodine & Acne - The Myths, the Science, and Why It Deserves a Second Look
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 sus...
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Episode 26
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36:38
Breaking the Acne Cycle: A Clear Skin Journey with Ali Christensen
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 eat...
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Episode 25
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21:07
Uncovering the Mineral Connection: Gut Health, Skin, and Stress with Dr. Nina Marie
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler, R.D. sits down with Dr. Nina Marie, a traditional naturopathic doctor who specializes in mineral balancing and hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA). Nina shares her journey from aspiring a...
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Episode 24
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42:45
5 Acne Types & How They Present
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler offers an in-depth look at the five types of acne from a root cause perspective—not just what’s happening on your skin, but why. Rather than relying on surface-level solutions or ...
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Episode 23
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34:52
Acne Medications Decoded: Part 4 - Accutane
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a comprehensive look at one of the most powerful and controversial acne treatments available: Accutane (Isotretinoin). Often considered a last-resort medication for severe acne, Accutane’s ef...
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31:07
Acne Medications Decoded: Part 3 - Antibiotics
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into the role of antibiotics in acne treatment—how they work, why they’re commonly prescribed, and the long-term effects that are often overlooked. While antibiotics can temporari...
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33:41
Acne Medications Decoded: Part 2 - Birth Control
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a comprehensive look at hormonal birth control and its complex relationship with acne. While birth control is commonly used to prevent pregnancy, it is also often relied upon as a solution fo...
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26:46
Acne Medications Decoded: Part 1 - Spironolactone
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler takes a deep dive into Spironolactone—one of the most commonly prescribed medications for hormonal acne. Originally developed to treat high blood pressure, this medication has gained popularity for...
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Episode 23
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23:00
Iron & Skin Troubles: The Hidden Connection
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler unpacks the complex and often misunderstood relationship between iron and skin health. Going beyond the traditional “eat more iron” advice, Robyn explains how iron recycling within the body plays a...
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Episode 22
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36:16
Got Acne? The Dairy-Acne Dilemma Explained
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler kicks off 2025 with a focused discussion on the complex connection between dairy and acne, cutting through the noise of common myths and diving into research, clinical experience, and actionable in...
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Episode 21
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24:23
Eat Your Way to Clear Skin: Diet Tips for Acne-Prone Skin
In this episode of To The Root, Robyn Spangler outlines the essential steps for achieving clear skin by addressing foundational health habits. She breaks down practical strategies for improving skin health through proper nutrition, bal...
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Episode 20
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23:54
Healing Acne Naturally: Alternatives to Harsh Medications
In this episode of the To The Root Podcast, Robyn Spangler R.D. outlines a practical, evidence-based approach to addressing acne at its root causes. She discusses the five primary contributors to acne—hormones, infections, inflammation...
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Episode 19
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25:12
Skin SOS: Navigating Hormonal Breakouts Before and During Your Period
In this episode of the To The Root Podcast, Robyn Spangler R.D. addresses a common concern for many women: hormonal breakouts before and during the menstrual cycle. Robyn explores the underlying causes of hormonal acne, breaking down k...
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Episode 18
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19:42