Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's

“Your hormones are like a symphony. They all have to work together.” - Dr. Jennifer Roelands It’s very common for women in perimenopause to feel like something is off or not feel like themselves. Then, when they reach out to friends, family member, or even their doctors, they're dismissed and told it’s just a part of getting older, and there’s nothing to be done since they’re not in menopause. That’s absolutely incorrect. Hormone replacement therapy and nutrition and lifestyle changes are n...

26 Dec 202351min

With several health-promoting factors, dark chocolate has numerous health benefits and is considered a functional food due to its anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Despite that, dark chocolate is excluded from an autoimmune paleo (AIP) diet, and there are a few reasons people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions should be cautious about eating it. Today, I’m sharing what you need to know about the potential downside of dark chocolate, why you should b...

21 Dec 20235min

“We can eradicate osteoporosis if younger people were taking the steps to take care of their bones.” - Margie Bissinger Osteoporosis is a life-changing condition that can be debilitating. In the United States, 50% of women and one out of four men will have a fracture due to osteoporosis in their lifetime. On top of that, once you have a hip fracture, almost 25% of people will die within a year because of complications, and a considerable number of the remaining people never return to their p...

19 Dec 202351min

Having a healthy gut is essential to a healthy immune system. Over recent years, growing evidence has been linking genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with various diseases and body systems, including the gut microbiome. In a recent episode, Dr. Jeffrey Smith and I chatted about GMOs and glyphosate and their possible connection to thyroid autoimmunity. Today, I’m sharing a clip from that episode that discusses eating fake meats such as the Impossible Burger. Even if you don't eat fake mea...

14 Dec 202320min

“Your detox is only as good as your drainage.” - Kelly Kennedy The body is designed to deal with environmental attacks from things like bacteria, mold, and viruses. The problem is that all the exposures from modern-day life damage these systems and prevent them from working efficiently. To deal with this, many practitioners emphasize detoxifying the liver. Unfortunately, the detox techniques will not work as intended without good drainage via the lymphatic system. The good news is once you ...

12 Dec 20231h

Many people associate low thyroid hormone levels with low energy levels. When I dealt with Graves’ Disease over ten years ago, I didn’t experience fatigue. If anything, my energy levels were maybe a little bit high. On the surface, it seems logical that if someone has hyperthyroidism, they have an increased metabolism and more energy. Still, in truth, a lot of people with hyperthyroidism have low energy levels for various reasons. Today, I’m sharing the most common reasons people with high...

7 Dec 20237min

There are four major players in the endocrine system: thyroid hormones, adrenal hormones, sex hormones, and blood sugar metabolism. The first three are in a delicate balance where any movement in one affects the other, which is why many patients with thyroid issues are also experiencing adrenal problems. Years ago, when I dealt with Graves’ disease, I knew stress could be a factor, but I assumed it wasn’t an issue for me. I felt I was good at handling the stress, so I was confident my adrena...

5 Dec 202351min

Botox injections use a toxin called botulinum toxin to stop the release of acetylcholine and prevent muscles from contracting. Botox injections are commonly used to smooth wrinkles on the face but can also help treat neck spasms, overactive bladder, lazy eye, and other health conditions. During my interview with Inna Topiler about the causes of thyroid autoimmunity, she mentioned Botox injections as an uncommon cause. Following that, I dove into the research and found some interesting studie...

30 Nov 202310min