Beverages and Thyroid Health

If you have a child or teenager with hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto’s, there is hope to restore their health. Graves' disease is the most frequent cause of hyperthyroidism in children, and as an adult with a thyroid condition, there’s an increased risk that your child will develop a thyroid condition. While it isn’t common, there are unique challenges that we have to consider when it comes to children and adolescents. Today I’m sharing insights from research on Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s...

23 Feb 202319min

Probiotics are one of the most common supplements I recommend to patients. With their role in improving gut health and suppressing autoimmunity, probiotics can be an important supporting tool for your thyroid healing journey. Although fermented foods are an excellent dietary source of probiotics, most people don’t eat enough to rely on diet alone. That’s where a high-quality probiotic supplement comes in. Today I’m sharing a comprehensive look at probiotics to help you cut through the over...

21 Feb 202336min

When it comes to diet and autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Graves’ and Hashimotos, you hear a lot about avoiding gluten. What surprises many patients is that we also often recommend avoiding dairy. While dairy is associated with certain health benefits, there are also potentially negative consequences on your health. Today I’m sharing the top reasons I recommend avoiding dairy and what research shows about the impact of dairy on the body. In this episode, you’ll learn: Four reasons yo...

16 Feb 202314min

With the wide range of tests available, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the options. Our approach at Natural Endocrine Solutions is to prioritize the tests that best inform our treatment plans. Depending on a patient’s budget, that could look like several baseline and follow-up tests, while others may only choose one or two. Whether we’re doing comprehensive or conservative testing, it’s essential to understand each test's benefits, requirements, and limitations. Today I’m joined by Fun...

14 Feb 20231h 9min

Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the tissues of the eyes. While supplementation can be very helpful in treating thyroid eye disease, the bigger goal should be to find and remove your triggers. The best results come from supplementation alongside diet and lifestyle changes such as eating an anti-inflammatory diet and reducing stress and your toxic load. Today I’m sharing the top three supplements I recommend for thyroid eye disease and bonu...

9 Feb 202313min

There’s an entire constellation of healing opportunities waiting to be addressed once we know where to look. While conventional doctors are often hyper-focused on symptom treatment, functional medicine zooms in on treating the root causes of the symptoms we experience. Similarly, functional testing is about getting information on interconnected body systems that collectively contribute to our symptoms. Over 20 years ago, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® founder Reed Davis worked in a lab, a...

7 Feb 202356min

All x-rays emit ionizing radiation, which can cause cell damage and increase your risk of developing cancer. Dental x-rays are a particular concern for those with thyroid health conditions because of their proximity to the thyroid gland and the frequency at which they are typically done. Today I’m sharing some research studies on the use of thyroid shields, the risks of dental x-rays, and my recommendations ​​for your next dental visit. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The increa...

2 Feb 202311min

“There’s no pill, potion, or powder that’s going to replace positive lifestyle changes.” - Dr. Stephanie Gray Dr. Stephanie Gray is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable and optimal health and longevity so that they can focus on what matters most to them. While going through a health crisis of her own, Dr. Stephanie recognized how overwhelming the options available through functional medicine could be. To solve this problem, she decided that patients neede...

31 Jan 202353min