What are thyroid binding immunoglobulins?
The three main types of thyroid antibodies are thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies, and thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI). Although it’s rarely mentioned, there is a fourth type of antibody known as TSH-binding inhibitor immunoglobulins (TBII). Today, I’m sharing what the research tells us about the role of TBII and whether it’s worth testing as part of your thyroid panel. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - Different types of thyroid antibodies - Co...
12 Des 20247min
How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 3: The Role of Stress
Emotional and physical stressors can be contributing factors in the triggering of thyroid autoimmunity in two main ways. First, stress causes an increase in pro-inflammatory cytokines, which promote inflammation by causing dysregulation of the immune system. Stress also decreases secretory IgA, increasing your risk of developing a leaky gut. That said, it's important to understand that not all stress is equal. Our bodies are designed to handle acute stress situations but less so the chronic ...
10 Des 202429min
Bone Density Concerns and Thyroid Health
Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can affect the health of the bones, which is yet another reason why it's crucial to balance the thyroid hormones. While I’m not a big fan of radiation exposure from scanning, there is a time and place where I believe the benefits outweigh the risks. Today, I’m sharing why DEXA scans are done and when I consider them worth it. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - How hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can affect bone health - The importance...
5 Des 202411min
The Thyroid Reset Diet with Dr. Alan Christianson
Iodine is a critical nutrient for thyroid function, yet there is a lot of controversy around iodine and thyroid health. Unlike other nutrients, iodine is selectively taken up by the parts of the body that use it. This generally means that when it’s in low supply, more is pulled in, and when there’s too much, it’s blocked from coming in. This creates the iodine paradox, where both excessive and insufficient iodine can lead to thyroid dysfunction. For people with autoimmune thyroid conditions,...
3 Des 202459min
Healthy Holiday Eating and Thyroid Health
Sticking to a healthy diet during the holiday season can be challenging. Between cravings to indulge in unhealthy habits and the desire to avoid awkward social situations, it can feel easier to stick to the status quo and eat whatever is served. If you’re dealing with a thyroid or autoimmune thyroid condition, you do need to change your approach. Today, I’m discussing strategies and practical tips for overcoming the common roadblocks to healthy eating and how you can avoid derailing your thy...
28 Nov 202410min
How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 2: The Role of Food Triggers
Normalizing thyroid antibodies can be challenging, and several factors can cause elevated antibodies. Finding and eliminating food triggers is one such factor that is an essential part of the thyroid healing journey. Certain foods can trigger autoimmunity, causing an increase in pro-inflammatory cytokines and a decrease in regulatory T cells. In other cases, specific food proteins can trigger an immune system response due to molecular mimicry. Today, in part two of my series on how to lower...
26 Nov 202432min
5 Medications That Can Negatively Affect Your Thyroid
Aside from antithyroid medication, which is specifically designed to block thyroid hormone, several medications can have an unintended effect on thyroid health. These drugs, often in combination with other underlying imbalances, can potentially trigger hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Today, I’m sharing the research on five categories of medication that have been shown to affect thyroid function negatively. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - The effect of traditional antiepileptic dru...
21 Nov 202412min
Stacy's Struggles With Weight Gain and Insomnia (Save My Thyroid Audit)
Many people with hyperthyroidism experience noticeable weight loss. For me, this was the case when I dealt with Graves’ disease. At the same time, for various reasons, it’s not uncommon for people with Graves’ to gain weight instead. In today’s Save My Thyroid audit, I’m chatting with Stacy, who was diagnosed with Graves’ disease and gained over 30 pounds in three months. She’s also experiencing many other symptoms, including fatigue, insomnia, and heart rate fluctuations. In this episode, ...
19 Nov 202431min
