Is Broccoli Actually Bad for Your Thyroid? Here’s the Truth

“You need a healthy gut to have a healthy immune system.” If you have hyperthyroidism, whether it's Graves’ disease, toxic multinodular goiter, or even subclinical hyperthyroidism, then you might wonder what diet you should follow. While there’s no one-size-fits-all diet solution, there are some foundational pillars to keep in mind when determining the right nutrition strategy for you. In my latest book, The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet, I explored three different diets in detail, explaining w...

11 Feb 39min

Selenium is an essential mineral, particularly for those with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Graves’ disease and Hashimoto's. It plays a significant role in various bodily functions, including acting as a glutathione precursor and helping lower thyroid antibodies. While many food sources of selenium exist, their variable levels make it challenging to obtain adequate amounts, especially for people who need additional selenium to support their healing journey. Today, I’m dis...

6 Feb 7min

“When I went back to see him, he was impressed with how much less everything was.” When it comes to thyroid health, diet and lifestyle are important elements in your healing journey. The AIP diet, in particular, is often a helpful place to start as it serves as an elimination diet, removing the inflammatory foods that can be problematic in your regular diet. In today’s Save My Thyroid Audit, I’m talking to Corie, who was diagnosed with thyroid eye disease and Graves’ disease and who found t...

4 Feb 41min

Many people want to consume beverages other than water as part of their regular diet. I drink a couple of cups of herbal and green tea regularly and have other types of beverages at specific times. For others, fermented drinks and smoothies are regular parts of their routine. Today, I’m sharing which beverages are best for people with thyroid conditions and those following specific healing diets. I’m talking about the variety of drinks, the potential health impacts, and specific recommendati...

30 Jan 12min

“Photobiomodulation can help in many different ways, in many different demographics. It's just an amazing tool.” - Dr. Brandon Crawford The body has many different cellular mechanisms that are turned on or off based on the type of light we are exposed to. In recent years, numerous research studies have shown that laser and light therapy are promising modalities for improving thyroid health. When used correctly, they can promote healing, reduce inflammation, and regulate thyroid function. To...

28 Jan 59min

Microplastics, generated from plastic degradation, persist in the environment for hundreds, even thousands of years. If current production and waste management trends continue, approximately 12,000 metric tons of plastic waste will be released into the natural environment by 2050. According to the research, people consume between 39,000 and 52,000 particles of microplastics annually, which contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals and other harmful compounds. Today, I’m discussing the potential...

23 Jan 14min

“I was briefly medicated with T3 only, and I had an awful experience. It got to the point where I wasn't sleeping or eating.” - Pamela While not everybody with the antibodies for Hashimoto's needs to take thyroid hormone replacements, a lot of doctors will prescribe it across the board. In some cases, this can lead to adverse side effects that significantly disrupt quality of life and lead to a hyperthyroid state. In today’s Save My Thyroid Audit, I’m talking to Pamela, who has the antibodi...

21 Jan 39min

What’s the protocol for hyperthyroidism with Graves’ disease and H. pylori? How many cruciferous vegetables can you eat if you have hypothyroidism? For a person with Graves’ disease, is it possible to get the antibodies to zero? How do you treat leaky gut? 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 ...

16 Jan 40min