Your Thyroid Questions Answered Part 1

Carnitine is a nitrogen-containing compound synthesized in the liver and kidneys and found in certain foods we eat. Although it’s primarily in the muscle, none is manufactured there. Research has shown numerous health benefits of L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine, from managing dementia to mitochondrial and thyroid health. Today, I’m sharing some of these studies and the reasons why you may want to consider supplementing with L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine to support your thyroid. In t...

7 Syys 202316min

Without question, excess thyroid hormones can have a negative impact on the cardiovascular system. From elevated heart rate to atrial fibrillation, there are many cardiovascular symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism, and it’s critical to manage them alongside addressing the underlying causes of the thyroid hormone imbalance. Today, I’m going to share the potential cardiac risks associated with hyperthyroidism and what you can do to support and protect your cardiovascular and thyroid heal...

5 Syys 202318min

We can learn a lot by looking at the levels and the ratio of the main thyroid hormones tested these days, T3 and T4. When both are low, the most common cause is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which occurs when the immune system damages the thyroid gland. However, if T3 is low and T4 is within the normal or optimal range, there are several factors we need to explore. Today, I’m sharing the main causes of low T3 levels in the presence of normal T4 levels. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - Ma...

31 Elo 202311min

We all have stress in our lives, whether physical, chemical, emotional, or microbial, and how we deal with that stress makes a huge difference in how our bodies respond. A lot of what we see with thyroid physiology is an adaptive response to some type of excessive stress response. Getting well is not about how many supplements you take; it’s about finding a balanced approach to diet, nutrition, sleep, respiration, and exercise. We can support thyroid recovery by identifying and reducing the ...

29 Elo 20231h 7min

Celery is an incredibly nutritious vegetable with numerous health benefits, and in recent years, celery juice has gained popularity as a cure-all remedy. While I continue to add celery to my smoothies, there are potential risks that we must also consider. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the benefits and downsides of celery juice and whether you should include it in your thyroid healing journey. In this episode, you’ll learn: - My experience with celery juice - Why you should be thinking abo...

24 Elo 20233min

“I think mold toxicity is the biggest epidemic facing the country, if not the world right now.” - Evan Brand The average person in the modern world spends most of their time indoors. So much has changed in the past 200 years about the material we use for our homes and the way we build, and many of these changes make us more prone to mold issues. As a result, a shocking number of us are walking around fatigued, obese, and anxious or thinking that mental illness runs in our families when, in t...

22 Elo 202354min

Many medical professionals focus solely on managing the symptoms of Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s rather than addressing the underlying cause. Unfortunately, it's challenging to achieve true remission without addressing the autoimmune component of these conditions. Today, I’m talking about where conventional medicine focuses, the central issues that must be addressed to achieve remission, and how you can take charge of your thyroid healing journey. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Typica...

17 Elo 20233min

“The single biggest factor when it comes to low testosterone is the toxins in our environment that are crushing our health.” - Dr. Tracy Gapin From toxins in our food to toxins in our water and personal care products, studies have shown that these physiological stressors are crushing thyroid function and healthy testosterone production and function. Add to that the chronic stress of our modern lives, and it’s no wonder many men suffer from hormone imbalances. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Tracy ...

15 Elo 202359min