Thyroid Storms Can Be Fatal: Here’s How to Prevent Them
What if your thyroid suddenly spirals out of control, pushing your body into a crisis you never saw coming? A thyroid storm is a life-threatening complication of hyperthyroidism, with mortality rates as high as 25%. In this episode, Dr. Eric Osansky discusses the triggers and explains how to recognize the warning signs before it’s too late. He also mentions the Birch-Wartofsky score, a key tool for diagnosing thyroid storms, and discusses essential treatment and prevention strategies. Thyroid...
20 Maalis 202514min
The Dangerous Chemicals Lurking in Your Food Water and Home
How do you know if your daily routine could be wrecking your hormones? Unbeknownst to most of us, the products that you often use and trust might be the actual culprits in throwing your thyroid off balance. Discover the hidden dangers lurking in your kitchen cabinets, bathroom shelves, and even your drinking water as we expose the truth about endocrine disruptors in this eye-opening episode. We talk about how chemicals like BPA, phthalates, and pesticides are disrupting your thyroid function,...
18 Maalis 202526min
How does the thyroid affect the mitochondria?
Mitochondria are the energy powerhouses of our cells. They use oxygen to convert glucose to an energy-storing molecule called ATP, which plays a role in numerous functions involved in neurotransmission, muscle contraction, DNA and RNA synthesis, and more. With thyroid hormones playing a vital role in regulating energy production within the mitochondria, the relationship between thyroid health and mitochondrial function is critical to our well-being. Today I’m discussing the relationship bet...
13 Maalis 20259min
Managing Graves' Disease Without Methimazole (Save My Thyroid Audit)
It can be challenging to navigate your thyroid healing journey outside of conventional medical recommendations. While there is definitely a time and place for medication, for many people it isn’t the only option and a natural approach may be more desirable. In today’s Save My Thyroid Audit, I’m talking to Paula, who was diagnosed with Graves’ disease and later fired by her endocrinologist when she chose to follow a natural treatment approach. Unfortunately, this is common for patients seeki...
11 Maalis 202538min
3 Concerns With Sea Salt and Thyroid Health
Like many people, I’ve added sea salt to my food for years. Although sea salt is often praised for its trace minerals, there are a number of concerns to think about when considering whether using sea salt would contribute positively to overall health. Today I’m exploring the three main concerns about sea salt and thyroid health and why I recommend it to most of my patients. In this episode, you’ll learn: - The trace minerals found in sea salt and their benefits. - Iodine's role and ef...
6 Maalis 202510min
Having the antibodies for both Graves' disease and Hashimoto's
Many patients have thyroid antibodies for both Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s, with some combination of the main three types: thyroid peroxidase, thyroglobulin, and thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin. Today, I’m sharing a brief overview of these antibodies, whether your approach should be different depending on which antibodies are present, why it’s important to address the Triad of Autoimmunity, and the need for individualized strategies for symptom management. In this episode, you’ll lea...
27 Helmi 20258min
Taking Too Much Thyroid Hormone (Save My Thyroid Audit)
Though I typically prefer a natural treatment route, there are times when thyroid medication is the best option. That said, monitoring thyroid hormone levels is crucial to ensuring that the best treatment choices are made as you progress on your thyroid healing journey. In today’s Save My Thyroid Audit, I’m talking to Kim, someone who was experiencing hypothyroid symptoms and is likely dealing with Hashimoto’s. After her diagnosis, Kim was taking Armour Thyroid for 15 years, and she started n...
25 Helmi 202528min
