The Downside of Using Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) To Lower Thyroid Antibodies

Hitting roadblocks on your thyroid healing journey is very common. Even so, it’s discouraging to feel like you’re doing everything right but not seeing the expected results. Over the years, I’ve seen six main issues come up time and time again that cause people to hit these roadblocks. Today’s episode is for anyone with a thyroid condition who chooses to take a natural treatment approach. I’m discussing why it seems these thyroid healing roadblocks are becoming more common and some of the t...

18 Okt 202232min

Often, people with a goiter will read the label on a bottle of bugleweed and be alarmed by the warning that it's contraindicated in enlargement of the thyroid. This is understandable, as it’s important to be cautious when choosing herbal supplements. Today I’m sharing why this is contraindicated, the circumstances where people with goiters should avoid bugleweed, and my experience taking bugleweed while I had a goiter. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Caution warnings on bugleweed labe...

13 Okt 20224min

Thyroid disorders are on the rise, and there’s a strong correlation to our increased exposure to environmental toxins. From our water to the things we use around our homes, most of us are exposed to numerous sources of toxins every day. Today I’m joined by Dr. Rajka Milanovic Galbraith to help us to understand the genetics of detoxification and how we can best support the natural detox pathways in our bodies. Dr. Rajka Milanovic Galbraith is a Functional Medicine MD certified by the Institu...

11 Okt 202247min

Magnesium is one of the most critical minerals for optimal health. It plays a role in hundreds of reactions in our bodies, and its deficiency can cause many issues. When it comes to thyroid health in particular, those with hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease are more likely to be deficient in magnesium. However, that doesn't mean that those with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's are exempt. So should everyone with a thyroid condition supplement with magnesium? Today I'm sharing an article I w...

6 Okt 20229min

Selfless Syndrome: it’s that desire to take care of everything and everyone before yourself, and it’s a big problem for those with any type of thyroid condition. The term was coined by Dr. Alexandra Swenson-Ridley DC, NBC-HWC, AMP, a thought leader in outside-the-box and natural approaches to women's health and hormones. After suffering health challenges resulting from her Selfless Syndrome, her work turned towards helping other driven women navigate the world of fatigue, thyroid issues, anx...

4 Okt 202235min

Many people with hyperthyroidism experience adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as a frozen shoulder. Characterized by a painful gradual loss of active and passive shoulder motion, frozen shoulder is associated with several hyperthyroid conditions such as Graves’ disease, toxic multinodular goiter, and subacute thyroiditis. Today I’m sharing common symptoms of adhesive capsulitis, how it’s diagnosed, conventional and natural treatment options, and why lowering your thyroid levels alone prob...

29 Sep 20228min

Research shows that many herbs can be beneficial for patients with thyroid conditions. However, not all products are created equal. When it comes to herbs, we must be cautious about the quality of the products we choose. Everything from how they’re grown to how they’re processed will impact their effectiveness. The goal of this episode is not to promote any particular brand of herbs but to clarify what to look for when it comes to high-quality herbal products. For this conversation, I’m joi...

27 Sep 202249min

Eggs are a great source of nutrients. Despite that, they are not part of an autoimmune paleo diet. Some sources even recommend that people with autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis avoid eggs entirely. While there are some situations where you might want to avoid eggs, I disagree that all people with thyroid conditions must avoid them. Today I’m sharing the benefits of eggs, why they are problematic for some people, and the factors you should con...

22 Sep 20226min