Thyroid Conditions in Children with Dr. Roy Steinbock
“In general, I see more sicker kids and a lot more autoimmunity than I saw early on.” - Dr. Roy Steinbock Thyroid conditions in children are often missed since getting a diagnosis is much less straightforward than for adults. Unlike adults, where screening follows a much more standard pattern, children don’t typically undergo annual testing, especially not for thyroid hormone levels. They also often have symptoms long before their labs start to show abnormal results, and the symptoms they’r...
3 Sep 202446min
Can I eat oats, rice, and other grains?
According to the Triad of Autoimmunity, three components are necessary for autoimmunity to develop: a genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and a leaky gut. This is why grains such as oats and rice are excluded from an autoimmune paleo and a standard paleo diet. While you don't need to eat grains to get the nutrients that you need, they can be quite tasty. Unfortunately, grains have compounds that can be harsh on the gut, including phytates and lectins, which can make it difficult ...
29 Aug 20246min
Holistic Insights on Gut Health with Juanique Grover
“If you want to change your health radically, you have to radicalize what you’re doing on a day-to-day basis.” - Juanique Grover 70 to 80% of your immune health is your microbiome, and our modern lifestyle does not support gut health very well. In infancy, most American babies' first foods typically consist of some types of cereal or wheat products that inadvertently expose them to herbicides, pesticides, and more. It’s also quite common for babies and young children to be given antibiotics...
27 Aug 20241h 2min
Is healing the gut necessary to reverse Graves’ disease?
Whether you are dealing with Graves’ disease or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, there is an autoimmune component that must be addressed to reverse these conditions. When we consider that approximately 70-80% of immune system cells are located in the gut, it becomes clear that a healthy gut is necessary for healing most autoimmune conditions. Today, I’m discussing how to heal the gut and why it’s essential for optimizing your thyroid and immune health. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - The Tri...
22 Aug 20249min
Addressing Thyroid and Autoimmune Issues with Dr. Lorraine Maita
“Thyroid disorders are very prevalent, especially in women.” - Dr. Lorraine Maita What you eat and drink, how much you sleep, how much you exercise, the stress you're under, and the toxins you're exposed to all affect your thyroid and hormones. We often underestimate the impact of our lifestyle on our health, but especially for women, the level of toxin exposure through personal care products alone is staggering. With many of these chemicals being estrogenic, women can end up being estrogen...
20 Aug 202459min
Is it possible to shrink an extremely large goiter?
A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland commonly caused by issues such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, insulin resistance, problems with estrogen metabolism, and iodine deficiency. While it is possible to shrink a goiter, there are a number of factors to consider. Even though my goal is to save as many thyroid glands as possible, there is a time and place for thyroid surgery. Today, I’m sharing the factors that influence whether or not you can shrink a large goiter and when to co...
15 Aug 202410min
Consequences of Unmanaged Hyperthyroidism
An essential aspect of the thyroid healing journey is identifying and addressing the root cause of your hyperthyroidism. But while doing that, it’s also necessary to safely manage the associated symptoms, as additional complications can arise when they’re left untreated. From cardiovascular stress to decreased bone density and more, the consequences of unmanaged hyperthyroidism can have a significant impact on your quality of life and long-term health. Today, I’m discussing the five main co...
13 Aug 202430min
Can Hair Dyes Have a Negative Effect on Thyroid Health?
According to a recent study, about 33% of women over 18 and more than 10% of men over 40 in Europe and the United States dye their hair. Because hair dye is so commonly used, many of my patients have questioned its impact on their health. Even with the increasing availability of plant-based hair dyes and the wide range of dyes - whether permanent, semi-permanent, or temporary - there are some known risks and uncertainties associated with using hair dye. Today, I’m sharing the latest researc...
8 Aug 202410min
