Glutathione and Thyroid Autoimmunity
Glutathione plays an essential role in detoxification and maintaining healthy mitochondria. As the master antioxidant, it’s vital for those of us with thyroid autoimmunity, which is characterized by an increase in oxidative stress. Unfortunately, numerous lifestyle and environmental factors cause glutathione to be depleted. Today I’m discussing the role of glutathione in your body, why it’s recommended for people with thyroid autoimmunity, environmental toxins and toxicants removed by glu...
20 Syys 202216min
What is Block and Replace Therapy?
Most endocrinologists recommend antithyroid medication such as methimazole, propylthiouracil (PTU), or carbimazole for patients with hyperthyroidism. Unfortunately for some, this results in such a reduction of thyroid levels that they become extremely hypothyroid. Today I’m sharing what you need to know about block and replace therapy, the cases where it’s most useful, and some key considerations for this treatment. In this episode, you’ll learn: How anti-thyroid medications workSymptoms o...
15 Syys 20225min
Increasing Bone Density with Kevin Ellis (aka the Bone Coach)
Bone health is not a quick fix; it's a long game. As people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions, we’re at a higher risk of decreased bone density. Optimizing your bone health goes beyond adding supplements to your diet; it requires a targeted approach to your diet and lifestyle. Kevin Ellis, also known as the Bone Coach, is a certified Integrative Nutrition health coach, podcaster, YouTuber, bone health advocate, and the founder of BoneCoach™, where he and his team have helped pe...
13 Syys 202255min
Can H. pylori Trigger Graves' Disease & Hashimoto's?
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a Gram-negative bacteria that infects the stomachs of humans and is associated with peptic ulcer disease, gastric carcinoma, and gastric lymphoma. While there are certain symptoms that conventional medical doctors will look for in relation to H. pylori, it’s important to understand that the absence of symptoms doesn't rule it out. Today I’m sharing the most important things you need to know about H. pylori and what research has shown about a correlation to G...
8 Syys 20229min
The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting with Cynthia Thurlow
Intermittent fasting might not seem to be a good fit for those with hyperthyroidism. While this is true for many, including myself, when I dealt with Graves’ disease, several people I work with are good candidates for intermittent fasting. Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author of the best-selling book Intermittent Fasting Transformation: The IF45 Plan, a 2X TEDx speaker, with her second talk having more than 10 million views, and she's also the host of the Everyday Wellness Podcas...
6 Syys 202248min
Radiofrequency Ablation and Thyroid Nodules
Can radiofrequency ablation (RFA) help with larger thyroid nodules? Without question, RFA is a good option for some people with larger thyroid nodules or cancerous nodules. At the same time, you need to consider the associated risks. Today I’m discussing the primary considerations you’ll want to be aware of if you’re thinking about RFA and how it compares as an alternative to thyroid surgery. I’m starting with an article by UCLA Health and sharing a few research articles that show the benef...
1 Syys 202212min
FoodFrame… Diet is a 4-Letter Word with Risa Groux
You should eat according to your current health status. Most of us know that there’s no single diet that’s a perfect match for everyone, and while I often refer to the AIP diet for those who have Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s, some people are not well-suited to that diet. Risa Groux joins me today to discuss her FoodFrame™ method and how it helps determine the best diet type for each person to follow. Risa is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach who has always been pas...
30 Elo 202244min
Can acupuncture benefit thyroid health?
Acupuncture has a lot of wonderful benefits but do these extend to improving thyroid health? I’m a big advocate of acupuncture. I’ve received it myself and often recommend it for certain conditions. While there hasn’t been a lot of research involving the relationship between acupuncture and thyroid health, there are studies that show a positive relationship. Today I’m sharing some of the research on the impact of acupuncture on various aspects of thyroid health and the key areas to keep in ...
25 Elo 20226min
