Rajani Katta
What you've heard on the Internet about skin and diet, and why so much of it is wrong
Are you tempted to buy the latest hair, skin, and nail supplement? Or go gluten-free because your favorite celebrity said it helped her...
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Rajani Katta MD
- Oct 7, 2018
- 6 min
Activated Charcoal and the Science of Skin Care: Some Promise, Lots of Hype
While activated charcoal skin care products have become very popular, a closer look at the science finds that many are more hype than scienc
Rajani Katta
- Oct 6, 2018
- 9 min
Vitamin C and The Science of Skin Care: The Benefits vs The Hype
When it comes to glowing, radiant skin, a lot of my patients reach for the bottle. As in, that bottle of the latest skin serum, expensive...
Rajani Katta
- Jun 24, 2018
- 4 min
Good Food and Glowing Skin: Skin Saving Sauces
It is possible to reconcile your love of good food with your desire to eat healthy? Absolutely. With all of the resources and recipes out...
Rajani Katta
- Jun 22, 2018
- 3 min
Biotin: The Hidden Dangers
Warning: Biotin, a popular nail supplement, may interfere with lab tests for heart attacks and thyroid function. Before you reach for...
Rajani Katta
- May 15, 2018
- 3 min
Red Lentil Dhal: Lentils, Tomatoes, and Spices Combine to Promote Healthy Skin
This simple lentil stew, cooked with Indian spices, uses three main ingredients that are great for your health and great for your skin:...
Rajani Katta
- Apr 3, 2018
- 4 min
The Low Nickel Diet for Hand Eczema
For some people with nickel allergy, eating foods high in nickel such as nuts and wheat can cause rashes such as hand eczema.
Rajani Katta
- Mar 27, 2018
- 7 min
Food Allergies and Eczema
Food allergies may worsen skin rashes in some, but not all, patients with eczema. This is a complex area, since there are different types of
Rajani Katta MD
- Mar 27, 2018
- 7 min
If You Are Allergic to Nickel, Try This Kind of Jewelry
If you've ever had a rash after wearing costume jewelry, you may be dealing with a nickel allergy. Luckily, there are strategies that help.
Rajani Katta
- Mar 20, 2018
- 3 min
Glycation: The Science Behind Sugar Sag
The following information is excerpted from "Glow: The Dermatologist’s Guide to a Whole Foods Younger Skin Diet" ©Rajani Katta MD Fine...
Rajani Katta MD
- Mar 20, 2018
- 5 min
Shoe Allergy and Rashes on the Feet: What You Need to Know
If you have a rash on the top of your feet or toes, one possible cause is shoe allergy. Different components of shoes can trigger allergic r
Rajani Katta MD
- Mar 13, 2018
- 3 min
Skin and Ski: How To Protect Your Skin On Your Next Ski Trip
Can't you just picture it now? That sparkling expanse of pristine white snow. That cold, bracing air. That long, long soak in the hot...
Rajani Katta
- Mar 12, 2018
- 2 min
Why Consuming Too Much Sugar Can Lead To Wrinkles and Aging Skin
Over the years, I've had a lot of patients ask me about their wrinkles. Specifically, are there any creams that can help with deep...
Rajani Katta MD
- Sep 11, 2017
- 5 min
Allergy to Fragrance: Understanding Fragrance Additives and Choosing Products
If you're allergic to fragrance, it can be very hard to avoid. There are hundreds of fragrance additives, and they're found in the v
Rajani Katta MD
- Sep 11, 2017
- 4 min
Warning: "Fragrance-Free" Products May In Fact Contain Fragrance Additives
Many products that are labeled as "fragrance-free" may legally contain fragrance additives. This is due to a loophole in the label
Rajani Katta
- Sep 6, 2017
- 2 min
Skin Saving Sweets: Peach Almond Custard Tart
The peaches in this dessert provide a boost of phytonutrients. The eggs and almond flour used in place of white flour help limit sugar...
Rajani Katta
- Sep 2, 2017
- 4 min
Allergic Skin Reactions on the Job: Occupational Allergic Contact Dermatitis
I've been performing patch testing for close to 20 years, and during that time I've seen many cases of allergies related to the...
Rajani Katta
- Sep 2, 2017
- 5 min
Allergic Skin Reactions in Athletes
Can you be allergic to work? Well, you can certainly be allergic to some of the tools or equipment or other exposures in your workplace....
Rajani Katta
- Sep 2, 2017
- 4 min
Telogen effluvium: Sudden Rapid Hair Loss
Sudden hair loss. I've experienced it myself. Twice, in fact. The first time, I was traveling overseas for the summer. On my first night,...
Rajani Katta MD
- Aug 27, 2017
- 4 min
Telogen effluvium: Sudden Rapid Hair Loss
Telogen effuvium results in sudden, rapid hair loss. When an event causes severe physical stress to the body, such as pregnancy, illness, su
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