What Does Trauma Have to Do With Thyroid Health?

Knowledge is power, and understanding the potential risks of Graves' Disease can empower you to take the necessary steps to manage your symptoms effectively. I've been working with people with hyperthyroidism for over a decade, and many of those people have successfully managed their symptoms with natural treatment solutions while at the same time trying to address the underlying cause of their condition. That said, hyperthyroidism can take a heavy toll on the body if it remains untreated, s...

16 Marras 20234min

“Eating organic is fundamental to living a healthy life.” - Jeffrey Smith The conversation around genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and glyphosate is about much more than our food. It’s about preventing diseases from developing, caring for our environment, protecting nature for future generations, and more. Unfortunately, a lot of people still don’t take it seriously enough. Today, I’m joined by Jeffrey Smith to talk about the risks associated with GMOs and glyphosate, particularly their...

14 Marras 20231h 5min

If you have hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto’s and you’ve decided you want to address the underlying causes or condition, chances are you are interested in working with a specialist with good experience focused on your condition. The problem is, unless you already know someone with the same condition who’s worked successfully with a practitioner, it can be challenging to figure out how and where to find the right person to work with. Today, I’m sharing my top tips for finding a natural thyroid ...

9 Marras 202314min

“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 202359min

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 202332min

“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 202355min

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 20237min

“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 202359min