Your Thyroid Questions Answered Part 2
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
How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 6: Healing The Gut
Lowering or normalizing thyroid antibodies is not always easy, but it is very possible. Healing the gut is essential in lowering and eventually normalizing the thyroid antibodies associated with Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. With most of the immune system cells located in the gut, a healthy gut is directly correlated to a healthy immune system. In addition, as part of the Triad of Autoimmunity, we know that increased intestinal permeability, or leaky gut, is a key factor in d...
14 Jan 32min
Your Thyroid Questions Answered Part 1
Are there any natural treatments to shrink a goiter? What will shrink thyroid nodules? When is a biopsy needed for a thyroid nodule? What do I need to know about thyroid antibodies? How does menopause impact thyroid health? Does iodine play a role in the development of Graves' disease? What is the best way to reduce thyroid antibodies? 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 question...
9 Jan 43min
How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 5: The Role of Infections
Numerous studies suggest that viruses, bacteria, and other microbes can contribute to the development of autoimmune conditions. However, much like environmental toxins, infections are often an overlooked factor that can make it challenging to reverse the autoimmune component of Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s. Sometimes, these infections can be present without the person experiencing overt symptoms, increasing the potential for misdiagnosis. When left unchecked, these microbes can trigger th...
7 Jan 32min
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 202446min
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
