The Biochemistry of Injury and Holistic Healing by Dr. Christine Smith
“Getting your mental game corrected is just as important as any medication.” - Dr. Christine Smith Our thoughts, emotions, and energy can significantly influence our body's response to injuries. Unfortunately, it’s easy to neglect our biochemical and mental injuries while focusing on the often more apparent physical injury. The thyroid, especially, is a very sensitive organ, and when we experience thyroid issues, it’s a signal to look deeper at what is triggering these symptoms. A holistic...
13 Feb 202455min
Can taking bile salts cause hyperthyroidism?
Bile is a fluid produced by the liver and stored and concentrated in the gallbladder. It plays a crucial role in digestion, specifically in helping to break down fats into fatty acids and in the excretion of waste products. Today, I’m talking about why people take bile salts, the potential effect on thyroid conditions, and whether those with hyperthyroidism should avoid taking them. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - The role of bile in digestion and bilirubin excretion - Caus...
8 Feb 20246min
How Inescapable Toxins Can Affect Thyroid Health with Dr. Wendy Myers
"Most chronic health conditions will have a heavy metal or a chemical as an underlying root cause." - Dr. Wendy Myers Environmental toxins, especially heavy metals, are a pervasive issue affecting everyone. These toxins interfere with critical bodily functions, from enzyme activity to amino acid absorption and the energy production necessary for iodine uptake. The result? A domino effect that can lead to significant disruptions in thyroid hormone production and conversion. Considering the m...
6 Feb 202444min
Can you have Graves' disease or Hashimoto's with negative thyroid antibodies?
Most people with Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis have elevated thyroid antibodies. While a few people will have negative thyroid antibodies, certain factors - such as a suppressed immune system - can lead to false negative results. Today, I’m sharing what we expect when testing thyroid antibodies, how to tell if someone has thyroid autoimmunity and diagnostic criteria for Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Causes of false negative ...
1 Feb 20248min
Balance Your Hormones By Fasting and Keeping the Faith with Dr. Tabatha Barber
“Your body has an innate ability to heal.” - Dr. Tabatha Barber For many people living a typical Western lifestyle, high levels of stress have become a chronic issue. But while your mind might feel like you’re handling that overactive life, your physiology can’t. Your body responds with a chemical reaction whenever you’re in a stressful, sympathetic state. We must take responsibility for our daily activities since they directly impact our health. That means being more mindful of how we live...
30 Jan 20241h 2min
Your Hyperthyroid Questions Answered!!!
What can be used naturally to reduce a hyperthyroidism goiter? How can I know if I have Graves’ disease or subclinical hyperthyroidism? Will eye puffiness and protrusion associated with Graves’ disease ever go away? 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 quest...
25 Jan 202434min
A Comprehensive Chat About Hormones with Dr. Kristi Tompkins
As women’s hormone levels change during perimenopause and then post-menopause, it’s normal to experience various symptoms of the changes. What many don’t realize, however, is the amplifying impact chronic stress, unhealthy diets, and environmental toxins have on these symptoms. That’s where personalized lifestyle medicine can make a significant impact. It’s empowering to recognize that we might be a part of the root cause and that what we're doing in our lives might contribute to how we feel...
23 Jan 202457min
How can the thyroid affect the kidneys?
When hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism negatively impacts thyroid function, there’s often a knock-on effect on kidney function. This effect can often be seen in the three primary kidney markers in a comprehensive metabolic panel: blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, and eGFR. Today, I’m sharing how thyroid disorders impact the kidney, what to look out for with the three markers, and why digging deeper into the root cause is crucial. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - The three main ki...
18 Jan 20247min
