Cholesterol and Thyroid Health
Cholesterol often gets a bad rap, but it’s integral to several bodily functions, from hormone synthesis to digestion. For people with thyroid conditions, hypothyroidism is often associated with elevated total cholesterol and LDL, and hyperthyroidism is typically associated with lower cholesterol and LDL. In these cases, balancing your thyroid hormone levels usually improves your lipid panel. Today I’m sharing the connection between thyroid hormone and cholesterol, why cholesterol is essenti...
13 Huhti 202311min
Foundations of Thyroid Health with Dr. Krista Coombs
Most people with a thyroid or autoimmune thyroid condition will benefit from a closer look at the foundations of thyroid autoimmunity. With all the information available from Dr. Google, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Without a personalized approach, each recommendation seems to contradict the last one, leaving you afraid. You don’t need to get bogged down by generalized recommendations, expensive testing, and supplements. Instead, start by focusing on the fundamentals. It’s the best bet for...
11 Huhti 202355min
Oxalates and Thyroid Health
Oxalates are small molecules that have the ability to form crystals. These crystals can, in turn, deposit in different areas of the body, including the thyroid gland, and impair thyroid function. Outside of the impact on thyroid health, oxalates can deposit in areas such as the kidneys, bones, brain, skin, and nervous tissue and cause symptoms including muscle and joint pain and even fibromyalgia-like discomfort. Today I’m sharing everything you need to know about oxalates, where they are f...
6 Huhti 202320min
Castor Oil Packs and Thyroid Health with Carrie Vitt
The lymphatic system is crucial in keeping our bodies healthy by helping eliminate waste products. Without a pump, it's essential to support your lymphatic system by keeping it moving, and castor oil packs are a great way to do just that. For centuries, castor oil packs have been used as a natural therapy on various parts of the body, from the liver to the abdomen, joints, and thyroid. The process is simple and starts with applying a piece of cloth soaked in castor oil to the skin. The pack ...
4 Huhti 202345min
Environmental Toxins and Detoxification Q & A with Dr. Wendie Trubow
Heavy metals and other environmental toxins can harm thyroid health. But how dangerous are they? How long does it take to detox? When should you think about detoxing with an experienced practitioner? Today I’m joined by the Detox Doc, Dr. Wendie Trubow, to answer listener questions about heavy metal toxicity, detox protocols, how to find the right provider, and more. Dr. Wendie is a functional health specialist and hosts the upcoming Environmental Toxicants, Autoimmunity, and Chronic Diseas...
30 Maalis 202338min
Redefining Autoimmune Conditions and How To Address Them Naturally
Whether it’s Graves’, Hashimoto’s, or multiple sclerosis, when you have an autoimmune condition, your body suffers from chronic inflammation. Our food supply has many inflammatory triggers, and everybody has a unique tolerance threshold regarding how many toxins they can manage while maintaining a healthy appearance. Once you pass that threshold, you enter into autoimmunity, and it takes a lot of sustained effort to bring yourself back below that threshold. Today I’m joined by naturopath an...
28 Maalis 202357min
Lemon Balm and Hyperthyroidism
Lemon balm is a herb used throughout history for treating many ailments. In my practice, I commonly recommend lemon balm for anxiety and sleep problems, but based on the research, there are potential benefits for those with hyperthyroidism. Before diving in, let me share a bit about my experience with this herb. When I was dealing with Graves’ disease, I didn't take lemon balm simply because I wasn't familiar with it at the time. However, after researching its incredible benefits, I'm convin...
23 Maalis 202311min
The GutSMART Protocol with Dr. Vincent Pedre
Microbial diversity is the holy grail of gut health, and a healthy gut is essential for achieving optimal health. Unfortunately, in our modern world, we’re losing gut diversity from an early age when our kids are exposed to multiple rounds of unnecessary antibiotics. In today’s interview, Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner Dr. Vincent Padre joins me for a comprehensive chat about the gut and why you need a personalized protocol for healing. Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director o...
21 Maalis 202354min
