A 20-Year Battle with Toxic Multinodular Goiter (Save My Thyroid Audit)
Toxic multinodular goiter is a type of hyperthyroidism in which a person has a goiter in the presence of multiple thyroid nodules. In today’s Save My Thyroid audit, I’m chatting with Nanette, who has been dealing with toxic multinodular goiter for over 20 years and I’ll be sharing practical advice to help her improve her health. Nanette’s thyroid journey began at age 16 when she had her first thyroid nodule, which was then surgically removed. Later, at age 30, she found herself in the same ...
15 Okt 202444min
Overcoming Extreme Cases of Thyroid Hair Loss
Many people with hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism experience hair loss, and in some cases, this hair loss can be extreme. That said, in my practice, hair loss occurs more commonly with my hyperthyroid patients - whether Graves’ disease, toxic multinational goiter, or subacute thyroiditis - and they also tend to experience more severe cases of hair loss. Today, I’m discussing extreme thyroid-related hair loss, factors that can contribute to it, treatment options for the condition, and why w...
10 Okt 20249min
Can Glutathione Benefit Those with Graves' and Hashimoto's with Dr. Nayan Patel
“Having a proper lifestyle and diet or supplementation to improve glutathione levels is going to be key in managing any of these conditions.” - Dr. Nayan Patel Glutathione is known as a master antioxidant and is one of the most abundant molecules in the body. It performs the critical functions of neutralizing and scavenging free radicals, detoxifying harmful compounds from the body, and promoting cellular repair. It is also used in DNA synthesis and repair. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Nayan P...
8 Okt 202453min
Air Hunger and Hyperthyroidism
Air hunger, also known as dyspnea, refers to shortness of breath or the feeling of not getting enough oxygen. While a thyroid hormone imbalance can be a factor in some cases, there are many other potential causes of dyspnea, including asthma, COPD, congestive heart failure, interstitial lung disease, pneumonia, and mental disorders. For those with thyroid conditions, air hunger is more commonly associated with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease than hypothyroidism, though it may not always ...
3 Okt 202412min
The Truth About Thyroid Support Supplements
There is no shortage of supplements designed to support the thyroid gland and it's common for people with thyroid conditions to take them. While these supplements sometimes provide good benefits, most of the time they're a complete waste of money. Whether or not you take a thyroid support supplement, it’s essential to address the cause of the problem by focusing on doing things like finding and removing triggers and healing the gut. Supplements can be beneficial but should not be viewe...
1 Okt 202427min
Your Thyroid Questions Answered Part 2
Does the MTHFR gene mutation cause or predispose someone to thyroid problems? What are the best eating and lifestyle tips for someone recovering from hyperthyroidism? How can someone lower their antibodies? Is it okay to continue using bugleweed once thyroid levels are in the normal range? 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, a...
26 Sep 202430min
My Graves' Disease Story
In late 2007, I found myself a little overweight and set out on a mission to lose weight through dieting and detoxing. The plan seemed to be working, and by 2008, I had lost a lot of weight. One day, while walking around a retail store, I decided to check my blood pressure on one of their automated machines. While my blood pressure was normal, my heart rate was elevated. This was my first clue that something was wrong. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my Graves’ disease story, from how I was ...
24 Sep 202446min
Your Thyroid Questions Answered Part 1
What’s the connection between insulin and thyroid disease? Is high cholesterol in any way a result of low thyroid issues? Does 5G radiation affect the thyroid? How do I know if I have any chance to live normally and without the use of thyroid medication? 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 co...
19 Sep 202429min
