114:Thyroid health in midlife: post-illness autoimmunity/hypothyroidism, why TSH will rise with iodine & this is OK, progesterone & thyroid health & more!

Understanding thyroid health becomes increasingly vital as many may encounter issues like hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's during midlife. What's less known is the role hormones, particularly progesterone, play in supporting thyroid function.

In this episode, Tara delves into how declining progesterone levels during perimenopause contribute to sluggish thyroid activity. She explains the crucial interconnection between progesterone and thyroid health, alongside the impact of aging, inflammation, and stress on the thyroid as we age.

Tara highlights the significance of being proactive about thyroid health by advocating for comprehensive thyroid testing. She offers insights into how lifestyle changes, along with hormone and thyroid hormone replacement therapies, can be utilized as remedies to support thyroid and overall health during midlife.

In this episode we cover:

1. The concept of "thyropause" and its significance as we age.
2. Why progesterone is a crucial ally for your thyroid, especially in midlife.
3. Common symptoms of a sluggish thyroid and how they might be misdiagnosed.
4. The importance of comprehensive thyroid blood tests and why T3 is a game-changer.
5. The role of illnesses like COVID in triggering thyroid complications.

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Hi, I'm Tara Thorne, FDN-P, RHN, FNC, CMRCP. Basically? I'm a women's health and hormone expert. After serving thousands of women in my 10+ years of clinical experience, I bring you The Hormone Balance Solution podcast - a podcast aimed to educate and empower midlife women.

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