Beyond Thyroid Blood Tests
There are so many great tests out there that can give us so much information on our health. While it might seem like a great idea to do everything, it’s best to prioritize the tests we really need. When working with patients, it’s my job to help each person make an informed decision. There are some tests I commonly recommend and others I’ll suggest based on their cases. Today, I’m sharing the tests I most commonly recommend to my patients and the other tests that sometimes provide helpful i...
27 Jul 202315min
Why Those With Thyroid Conditions Should Care About Progesterone
“All of our hormones are like a symphony.” - Dr. Betty Murray With our increasingly toxic environment and higher baseline stress levels, our bodies, especially the pituitary and hypothalamus, are dealing with so much more than 50 years ago. Although Western medicine often parses individual hormones as the domain of different specialists, all of our hormones work together, so any treatment plan has to consider these connections. Jumping straight to thyroid medication or hormone replacement al...
25 Jul 202356min
Tinnitus and Thyroid Health
If the onset of your tinnitus occurred around the same time as you developed hyperthyroidism, then there's a good chance it will go away on its own When I dealt with hyperthyroidism, I developed ringing in the ears that lasted for a few months and eventually self-resolved. Similarly, I’ve had many patients over the years - mostly those with hyperthyroidism - who had tinnitus, and most of the time, it resolves after a few months. Today, I’m sharing some of the research on tinnitus and thyroi...
20 Jul 202312min
Optimizing Eye Health with Dr. Rani Banik
“Even people on the healthiest of diets are simply not getting enough of the essential eye health nutrients.” - Dr. Rani Banik Whether it’s for yourself, your children, or older parents who might be dealing with issues like macular degeneration or glaucoma, many people are worried about their eyes and don't know where to turn for guidance. On top of that, trying to identify natural solutions for preventing and treating eye conditions can be tricky. Today I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Rani...
18 Jul 202354min
4 Alternatives to Antithyroid Medication
While many people take antithyroid medications like methimazole and PTU, others prefer a more natural route or simply cannot tolerate those medications. When I dealt with Graves’ disease, I didn’t take antithyroid medication. Although these alternatives may not be as effective, it was a risk I was willing to take, and it worked for me. Today I’m sharing the top four alternatives to antithyroid medications, their pros and cons, and key considerations when it comes to dosing. In this episode...
13 Jul 202315min
A Deep Dive Into The Gut Microbiome with Dr. Ami Kapadia
“So much of our immune system is dependent on our gut health.” - Dr. Ami Kapadia Most holistic and functional medicine practitioners agree that a healthy gut is essential for optimal health. A strong foundation is critical to any healing protocol, from food choices to meal timing, stress management, exercise, and other lifestyle factors. While it’s easy to get caught up in supplements and complex treatment protocols, in many cases, taking a step back to work on the fundamentals brings about ...
11 Jul 20231h 5min
Your Thyroid Questions Answered!
Is there a connection between celiac disease and thyroid autoimmunity? Why do different labs have different reference ranges? When should you monitor TPO and TSI levels? Is it okay to take antithyroid medications while pregnant? 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 shar...
6 Jul 202330min
Freedom To Choose a Natural Thyroid Treatment Approach
We’re celebrating episode 100! Since this episode’s release coincides with July 4 - Independence Day here in the US - today, I wanted to remind you that you have the freedom to choose a natural thyroid treatment approach. You have the freedom to choose the treatment you want. Whether you have hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto’s, most of us can choose from various treatment options. Medical doctors and endocrinologists can give recommendations, but ultimately it’s up to you to choose what you wan...
4 Jul 202312min
