Appetite Changes and Thyroid Health
While there are exceptions, it’s very common for people with hyperthyroidism to experience an increase in appetite. When I dealt with Graves’ disease, I had a voracious appetite. On the other hand, those with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s tend to experience a reduced appetite. A number of factors impact appetite regulation and hunger cues, and thyroid health plays a big role. Today, I’m sharing why thyroid hormones matter when it comes to appetite and satiety and why it’s essential to addre...
2 Jan 8min
Pregnancy and Graves’ Disease (Save My Thyroid Audit)
“When I found out I was pregnant, I thought this child was doomed to the same condition and horrible experiences that I had. But I realize it's not always the case.” - Katy Graves' disease can be a particularly challenging condition to manage during pregnancy. The hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy can exacerbate symptoms of Graves' disease, such as anxiety, fatigue, and palpitations, and a delicate balance is required to maintain both maternal and fetal health. In today’s Save My...
31 Dec 202445min
Should I do a liver detox after the New Year?
As we approach the end of the year, many people start thinking about cleaning up their diet and improving their health in the new year. For some, that means incorporating a liver detoxification program. We live in a toxic world where we’re constantly exposed to toxins. While it’s impossible to avoid them altogether, a liver detox can help manage our toxic burden by supporting the liver’s natural detoxification process. Today, I’m sharing what you need to know before starting a liver detox p...
26 Dec 202415min
How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 4: The Role of Environmental Toxicants
Environmental toxins (natural) and toxicants (synthetic) are a huge problem in modern living. Every day, we’re bombarded by these external factors, and in most cases, our immune systems can mitigate the toxic burden. For various reasons, many of us lose our chemical tolerance over time, and our bodies can no longer handle the toxin exposure. That’s when environmental toxins may trigger thyroid autoimmunity and lead to the formation of thyroid antibodies. Today, in part four of my series on ...
24 Dec 202433min
A Functional Medicine Approach To Depression with Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli
You’ve tried it all—traditional psychiatry, medications, even alternative spiritual practices, yet the symptoms seem to intensify. What if your doctor told you to simply cope with your condition for the rest of your life? Would you accept that as your reality? What if the truth about depression is more than a mental health issue? You might be surprised to learn that your eating habits, lifestyle, environment, or childhood experiences could have led to your condition. And without addressing th...
20 Dec 202452min
Low White Blood Cells and Thyroid Health
Low white blood cell count, also known as leukopenia, is a common finding in many people, including those with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. There are five types of white blood cells - neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils - and these markers are part of a complete blood count (CBC) with differential, which I recommend for all my patients. While a low white blood cell count alone does not necessarily raise a red flag, it’s essential to determine the un...
19 Dec 202411min
Improving Sleep Quality with Annika Carroll
“Sleep is passive; we can't force it. If the body is safe to relax, it will eventually sleep.” - Annika Carroll Many people experience sleep issues, and there are a number of different factors that contribute to low sleep quality. Then, whether it’s blood sugar dysregulation, gut imbalances, stress, or something else, once we start having a difficult time with our sleep, a lot of us start panicking and fear going to bed. That leads to a vicious cycle where the anxiety around sleep actually m...
17 Dec 202450min
What are thyroid binding immunoglobulins?
The three main types of thyroid antibodies are thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies, and thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI). Although it’s rarely mentioned, there is a fourth type of antibody known as TSH-binding inhibitor immunoglobulins (TBII). Today, I’m sharing what the research tells us about the role of TBII and whether it’s worth testing as part of your thyroid panel. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - Different types of thyroid antibodies - Co...
12 Dec 20247min
