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The Autoimmune Symptoms We Too Often Ignore (And Why They Matter)

July 25, 2026 0 Comments

What Psoriasis and Alopecia Can Teach Us About the Immune System

July 12, 2026 0 Comments

Do Topical Treatments Really Work for Alopecia Areata? The Science Behind Supporting Hair Regrowth

July 5, 2026 0 Comments
Alopecia Areata, Hair Loss, Nervous System

Stress, Cortisol and Hair Loss: Understanding the Hidden Hormonal Triggers

March 8, 2026 0 Comments

Stress can have a profound impact on the hair follicle. In this article, nutritionist Victoria “VJ” Hamilton explores how cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone, can disrupt the hair growth cycle and contribute to hair shedding, including conditions such as alopecia areata.

Thinning hair and scalp visibility showing early signs of hair loss versus shedding
Alopecia Areata, Hair Loss

Hair Loss or Hair Shedding? How to Tell the Difference (and Why It Matters)

December 20, 2025 0 Comments

If you’re noticing more hair fall than usual, it’s easy to assume something is wrong. But hair shedding and hair loss are not the same thing, and confusing the two often leads to unnecessary panic or missed signals. In this article, I explain how to tell the difference, when hair changes matter, and how to think about hair health in the context of immune balance, hormones, and recovery capacity.

Alopecia, winter hair health, autoimmune disease
Alopecia Areata, Hair Loss, Skin Health

Winter-Proofing Your Hair: How to Support Growth Through the Cold Months

December 5, 2025 0 Comments

Winter can be one of the most challenging seasons for people with alopecia. Lower vitamin D, reduced circulation, barrier dryness, histamine exposure, and disrupted sleep can all amplify shedding and immune reactivity. With small, intentional changes, you can create a calmer, more stable winter for your scalp and immune system — and begin rebuilding your hair health from the inside out. Download my free Autoimmunity Recovery Plan™ to learn the foundational steps.

Skin health, eczema, vitiligo, alopecia
Alopecia Areata, Autoimmune Disease, Eczema, Skin Health, Vitiligo

Is Your Skin Barrier the Missing Link Between Eczema, Alopecia, and Autoimmune Disease?

November 16, 2025 0 Comments

Barrier repair isn’t just about soothing the surface — it’s about re-establishing communication between the skin, gut, and immune system. These three layers are in constant dialogue, deciding what to let in, what to keep out, and when to call for help. When that conversation breaks down, inflammation, dryness, and immune over-activation follow.

Microbes like Staphylococcus aureus aren’t inherently bad; they live harmlessly on the skin and within the gut. But when the intestinal or skin barrier becomes permeable, fragments of these microbes can translocate — moving into tissues where they don’t belong. The immune system perceives danger, even without infection, and this persistent low-grade alarm fuels many chronic inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

Alopecia Areata, Gut Health

The Hidden Link Between IBS, Gut Health, and Alopecia

October 31, 2025 0 Comments

​​If you live with alopecia or ongoing hair shedding, you might have noticed another pattern — gut symptoms. Bloating, constipation, discomfort after meals, food sensitivities that seem to change from week to week. You’re not alone.

In my clinic, I see this overlap constantly — in both adults and children. Many of the people I work with who experience alopecia, whether autoimmune or stress-related, also have some form of IBS-type digestive issue. But here’s the key point: IBS isn’t one single condition — and it’s rarely a true diagnosis.

Alopecia Areata, Celiac disease, Gut Health

Beyond the Gut: Subtle Signs of Coeliac Disease in Autoimmune Conditions

August 13, 2025 0 Comments

I’ve worked with many clients—especially those with autoimmune conditions—who are told everything looks “normal.” Their coeliac screen comes back negative, and they’re sent on their way. But for those of us living with complex, chronic illness, the story isn’t always so simple.

Alopecia Areata, Anti-inflammatory diet, Food allergies, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Mold toxicity

How Seasonal Allergies Might Be Driving Your Autoimmune Flares

June 14, 2025 0 Comments

When I had alopecia areata, I noticed a pattern that took me years to fully understand: I would experience more patches of hair loss during certain seasons, especially in spring and early autumn. But as I deepened my clinical understanding and began supporting others with autoimmune conditions, the picture became clearer. There’s often a seasonal rhythm to autoimmune flares—and environmental allergies may play a bigger role than we think.