The 5 most common causes of a low TSH. TSH is often used to diagnose thyroid problems in both men and women but it isn't always perfect. In this video, I explain the various triggers of a LOW tsh and what they meant for your body. First, let's talk about what the TSH is. TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and it is produced by the pituitary gland in your brain. TSH then goes into your bloodstream where it stimulates your thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormone. TSH is either stimulating...
Jun 07, 2022•15 min
Are you currently taking thyroid medication? Have you ever wondered about trying to get off of your thyroid medication? You were probably told that you have to take it for the rest of your life, right? What if I told you that that may not be the case? Well, it's true. There are a lot of thyroid patients who are taking prescription thyroid medications who ultimately want to stop taking them if at all possible. And it turns out that there may be a path for certain people. But please read this disc...
May 31, 2022•10 min
Are you feeling worse on your thyroid medication? If so, you are not alone. Many thyroid patients feel this exact same way! But how can the very medication that is supposed to help you feel better make you feel worse? It's actually not that complicated but in order to understand what is happening, you have to understand some basic thyroid physiology. Here are the top 3 reasons people feel WORSE when taking thyroid medications such as levothyroxine and Synthroid: #1. Your thyroid medication is SU...
May 23, 2022•9 min
The list of warning signs and symptoms of selenium toxicity. Are you taking too much selenium? Here's how to find out: Selenium is a very important micronutrient for your body. It is included in certain proteins, called selenoproteins, that enable your cells to function properly, reduce inflammation, and produce antioxidants. Many people suffer from selenium deficiency which leads them to use selenium supplements. That's all good but what happens when they take too much? They may end up with min...
May 16, 2022•9 min
Want some free thyroid therapies that work? These 5 treatments can help improve your thyroid function and, best of all, they don't require any money. They can also be combined and used with other therapies such as thyroid medication, thyroid supplements, diet, exercise, and more. I mentioned several links in the video and you can find them below: I have a lot of people who tell me that they can't afford my thyroid supplements which can make them feel frustrated. Thyroid supplements are great and...
May 09, 2022•11 min
These are the most common causes of a Hashimoto's flare up. What is a Hashimoto's flare up? Flare ups are defined as an abrupt worsening in your thyroid or Hashimoto's symptoms. These flare ups are triggered by certain factors which can be managed. If you can find the source of your flare up then you can identify and target your treatment. When we talk about flare ups and Hashimoto's we are mostly focusing on the impact that these triggers have on your immune system. Hashimoto's is both a thyroi...
May 02, 2022•19 min
Are veggies safe to eat if you have a thyroid problem? The answer for most people is YES. Certain vegetables do contain a potentially harmful ingredient known as a goitrogen. Vegetables that are high in goitrogens can theoretically exacerbate thyroid problems because of how they interfere with the thyroid gland. Goitrogens are substances that block the uptake of iodine into your thyroid gland. If you block iodine uptake into the thyroid gland then you may have issues in producing or creating thy...
Apr 26, 2022•7 min
Are you taking your thyroid medication correctly? If not, it may not be doing its job. This video will walk you through how you should be taking your thyroid medication for the best results. Including how to take levothyroxine, how to take Synthroid, and how to take other forms of thyroid medications such as natural desiccated thyroid. Before you blame your symptoms on your thyroid make sure you are following these guidelines: - Take your thyroid medication either first thing in the morning or r...
Apr 18, 2022•10 min
Today I am joined by Dr. Alan Christianson. Dr. Alan Christianson is a Board Certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on Thyroid care. He is a New York Times bestselling author whose recent titles include The Thyroid Reset Diet and the Metabolism Reset Diet. You can learn more about Dr. Christianson here: - His latest book: https://www.drchristianson.com/thyroi... - His website: https://www.drchristianson.com/ In this podcast episode, we discuss the following topics: - What got Dr. Chr...
Apr 11, 2022•51 min
How to diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis using lab tests. You will learn how to test for Hashimoto's, the best lab tests for Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and how ultrasound and biopsies may be necessary for some people. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the #1 cause of low thyroid in the United States and SO many thyroid patients have this condition without even realizing it. Doctors are trained to check only the TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone. Because of this, they usually don't miss a diagnosis of hyp...
Apr 04, 2022•10 min
Today I am joined with Dr. Jill Carnahan for a discussion on the gut and the role it plays in autoimmune disease! Dr. Jill Carnahan MD is trained in both Family Medicine as well as Functional Medicine and has been helping patients for over a decade. She is a survivor of both breast cancer and Crohn's disease and is currently in remission from both conditions. She's been through the gauntlet when it comes to treating both autoimmune disease and gut problems and her expertise in this area comes th...
Mar 28, 2022•46 min
These signs of hormone imbalance in women mean that you may have a hormone problem. Hormone imbalances are VERY common in women but frequently missed by doctors. Ignore these symptoms at your own peril. Before we start, here are a few things to know: #1. You know your body better than anyone else! Listen to your intuition. If you think you have a hormone problem you probably do. #2. Doctors are not always the best source to treat hormone imbalances. You may think they are but their treatment oft...
Mar 21, 2022•18 min
Suffering from levothyroxine hair loss? Levothyroxine is KNOWN to cause hair loss in several different ways. If you are taking levothyroxine and suffering from hair fall then this is the video for you. Levothyroxine is the #1 most commonly prescribed thyroid medication for hypothyroidism and low thyroid. But what you may not realize is that it can have many different side effects including hair loss. Figuring out what causes hair loss can be difficult as a thyroid patient because your thyroid ca...
Mar 14, 2022•9 min
A list of lies that doctors tell thyroid patients about their thyroid. You would hope that your doctor is the single BEST person to talk to about your thyroid, right? You would think so but it's often not correct. Unfortunately, doctors are trained in a certain way and even with the best intentions give out false information when it comes to thyroid treatment and management. This video outlines just some of the lies that I've heard from doctors. They are probably not lying on purpose but telling...
Mar 07, 2022•12 min
Can you be allergic to iodine or is it possible to have an iodine allergy? Not exactly and here's why... I realize that this is going to cause some contention, especially among people who believe that they have an iodine allergy but it's something that should be discussed. Right now, there is a LOT of confusion regarding iodine, whether or not it's safe, how it impacts your thyroid, and whether or not you can be allergic to it. So let's start with the basics: Can you be allergic to iodine? No, n...
Feb 28, 2022•13 min
This is how Hashimoto's antibodies progress and fluctuate over time. Your antibodies WILL not stay static and they WILL change. Hashimoto's will eventually result in complete destruction of the thyroid gland IF you do not take steps to address the immune aspect of this disease. By immune aspect I am referring to your thyroid antibodies. If you have antibodies to your thyroid floating around in your body they will eventually cause damage and inflammation to your gland. The more antibodies you hav...
Feb 21, 2022•13 min
Is it possible to be both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid at the same time? Well, not exactly. But it is definitely possible for SOME tissues to have too much thyroid hormone while others do not have enough. This is a pretty confusing topic but it's something that all thyroid patients should be aware of. To start, you should be aware that a single tissue or cell cannot be both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid at the same time. The way that thyroid hormone works is in the nucleus of the cell via a nucle...
Feb 14, 2022•11 min
If you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis then these 10 foods should be avoided. Did you know that the foods that you put into your mouth impact the course of Hashimoto's? It's true, foods can either positively impact or negatively impact thyroid function and that includes people who have autoimmune thyroiditis. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is both an autoimmune disease as well as a thyroid condition and both must be addressed if you want to see improvement. The good news is that by changing your diet, it ...
Feb 07, 2022•17 min
Why Tirosint beats levothyroxine for treating low thyroid in hypothyroid and low thyroid patients. Levothyroxine is one of the most commonly prescribed medications to treat low thyroid conditions in the United States and around the world. Unfortunately, it isn't the best medication for the job! In fact, if you are reading this then you probably know what I am talking about. Are you taking levothyroxine and still dealing with issues such as brain fog, weight gain, constipation, hair loss, etc.? I...
Jan 31, 2022•10 min
Today I am joined by Dr. Anshul Gupta for a great discussion on reversing Hashimoto's, what triggers Hashimoto's, natural treatments for Hashimoto's, and much more. Dr. Anshul Gupta is a best-selling author, speaker, researcher, and expert in Hashimoto’s disease. He is board-certified in family medicine with training in functional medicine, integrative medicine, and peptide therapy. He previously worked at the Cleveland Clinic Department of functional medicine alongside Dr. Mark Hyman and has mo...
Jan 24, 2022•57 min
Today I have Dr. Amie Hornaman on my podcast for a follow up Q & A based on our previous podcast! Dr. Amie is known as the thyroid fixer and both her and I share a similar philosophy when it comes to treating and managing hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and thyroidectomy patients. Our conversation today focuses mostly on T3 thyroid medication, how to use it, who should use it, its safety, how it impacts thyroid lab tests, and much more. We also talk a lot about weight loss and common pitfalls t...
Jan 17, 2022•51 min
Are these 6 healthy habits accidentally hurting your thyroid? It can be tough figuring out what works for you as a thyroid patient, especially when some healthy habits may actually have a negative impact on your thyroid. Certain foods, including gluten-free foods, may actually block the uptake of iodine into your thyroid gland! Before we jump in, don't let this information confuse you. Healthy habits are still great for your thyroid but these are things you should be aware of. See this list of h...
Jan 10, 2022•12 min
There is a big connection between your skin and thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Your skin can be considered an outward manifestation of your inward health. In other words, if there is a problem with your skin it usually indicates some problem inside of your body! For many patients with Hashimoto's, this usually means something is wrong with their thyroid but it can also be their immune system. Here are 15 skin conditions associated with Hashimoto's either directly caused by low th...
Jan 03, 2022•17 min
The 6 most common causes of hyperthyroidism and high thyroid function. People often ask me why I don't spend as much time talking about hyperthyroidism as I do hypothyroidism. The reason is simple! Hyperthyroidism is far less common than hypothyroidism and MOST people who have hyperthyroidism end up with hypothyroidism. Only about 1-3% of the population suffers from hyperthyroidism and these people ultimately end up with low thyroid because of the treatment they receive (thyroidectomy and RAI). ...
Dec 27, 2021•12 min
There are at least 6 different ways that you can test your iodine levels and we are going to be talking about each one! Testing your iodine can be important for some people but it's not always necessary. In fact, because iodine testing can be so inaccurate, getting information about your iodine level can cause confusion and may lead to worse outcomes. This is why even though there are many ways to check your iodine, I typically don't recommend iodine testing. Before we talk about that, though, l...
Dec 20, 2021•16 min
Every wonder what causes thyroid weight gain? This video explains why low thyroid causes weight gain and how to fix it for long lasting weight loss. Everyone knows that low thyroid leads to weight gain. After all, it's just normal physiology. As thyroid function decreases one of the first symptoms you will experience is weight gain. And weight gain is something that pretty much every thyroid patient struggles with. Unfortunately, many thyroid patients try to lose weight by cutting their calories...
Dec 13, 2021•14 min
Losing weight on levothyroxine, is it possible? You bet. Here's why your levothyroxine is not helping with weight loss and how to fix it. Levothyroxine is the most commonly prescribed medication for treating low thyroid or hypothyroidism. One of the most common symptoms associated with low thyroid function is WEIGHT GAIN. You might think that treating your thyroid using thyroid medication would cause you to lose weight but that isn't always the case and this video explains why that is. It makes ...
Dec 06, 2021•13 min
Want to get rid of inflammation the natural way? Check out these supplements. These 6 anti inflammatory supplements can help cool off inflammation in the body and help you feel better. Why is inflammation a problem? It is well known that inflammation can result in weight gain, arthritis, joint pain, hormone imbalances, sleep disturbances, immune system dysfunction, fatigue, poor cholesterol, and much more. Managing inflammation, if done correctly, may help SOLVE these problems. What is inflammat...
Nov 29, 2021•10 min
Add these 7 thyroid superfoods to your diet to naturally support thyroid function. What is a thyroid superfood? Well, a superfood is just a food that has more nutrients per unit compared to other foods. There's nothing magical about these superfoods except that they provide more of the nutrients that your thyroid needs compared to other choices. This means that by changing up the foods you put into your body you can ensure that you are giving your thyroid the best shot it has to function at opti...
Nov 22, 2021•17 min
Are you experiencing thyroid related hair loss? If so, you aren't alone! Hair loss is one of the most damaging and concerning symptoms caused by low thyroid function and it's what we are going to be discussing today! I've talked previously about how to treat thyroid related hair loss and today I want to expand on that. But to recap, you need to know the basics. If you want to treat thyroid related hair loss at the most basic level then you need to do 3 things: #1. Optimize thyroid function with ...
Nov 15, 2021•16 min
