Overcoming Extreme Cases of Thyroid Hair Loss

“Thyroid is a huge issue in women with PCOS.” - Dr. Felice Gersh According to the best estimates, at least 10% of women have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Its prevalence is increasing across the world, and for many of these women, the symptoms persist throughout their reproductive years and into menopause while the underlying factors are never addressed. While a PCOS diagnosis can feel overwhelming and seems so negative, through lifestyle changes and mind-body practices, you can have un...

7 Marras 20231h

Are algae-based supplements a good substitute for fish oils? What’s the best approach to heavy metal detox? Can hyperthyroidism cause periodontal disease? Is it okay to use bugleweed for the long term? Today, I’m back with another Q&A episode, answering multiple questions submitted by the Save My Thyroid community. While I can’t get to everyone’s questions every time, I love creating these for you, and I’ll do similar episodes every couple of months. Please share your questions with me b...

2 Marras 202333min

“The immune dysregulation we tend to see in autoimmunity is often activated initially by an infection, a toxin, or both.” - Dr. Brian Plante When it comes to autoimmune thyroid conditions, there’s almost always a connection to vector-borne infections, opportunistic viral infections, or environmental toxins like mold and heavy metals. From Lyme disease to Bartonella and Babesia infections, symptoms often overlap, and testing may be needed before you can start healing and optimizing the immune...

31 Loka 202356min

Back in 2011, I wrote the first edition of Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease. The second edition was released two years later with new information and updates. Since then, so much time has passed that I realized the best thing to do was to update the book for a third edition. I've updated many of the chapters, from my shifting opinion on iodine to updated symptom management solutions. There’s also an audio version in the works that might be an option for oth...

26 Loka 20238min

“We don't want to be in that state of let me shoot now and ask questions later, and that's what happens in most cases with autoimmunity.” - Inna Topiler The common causes of autoimmunity can be grouped into four main buckets: food, toxins, infections, and stress. From the things we put into and on our bodies to how we process the stresses of modern life, we often create a state of chronic inflammation and damage our gut in ways that our bodies can’t handle. By addressing these factors, you c...

24 Loka 20231h

TSH is a pituitary hormone that communicates with the thyroid gland and essentially tells it to produce more thyroid hormone. As a result, when someone has hypothyroidism - low thyroid hormones - typically, they'll have elevated thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels. On the other hand, when someone has hyperthyroidism - elevated thyroid hormones - they'll generally have lower TSH levels. Today, I’m sharing the foundational details you need to know about TSH and how to balance TSH levels,...

19 Loka 202310min

“The modern world is an assault on our immune system.” - Dr. Ben Weitz From the chemicals we put on our skin to the increase in processed foods and toxic chemicals in our everyday lives, it’s no wonder that autoimmune conditions are on the rise. The good news is that people are becoming more aware of the dangers, and eating organic and doing other things to reduce your toxic load is becoming more accessible. Unfortunately, it's an uphill battle. Today, I’m talking to Dr. Ben Weitz about a ...

17 Loka 20231h

Often associated with Graves’ Disease, thyroid eye disease is a condition that can bring about symptoms such as eye-bulging, pain, difficulty closing the eye, and double vision. Although most cases are mild, some people experience moderate to severe symptoms which may require conventional treatment. Now that Tepezza has been in use for a few years, I’m sharing my thoughts on whether it’s a suitable treatment option and the primary considerations you should be aware of before choosing Tepezza...

12 Loka 202311min