Alcohol…we like it, we hate it! What does it do to us? Well, it helps us relax with friends. It tastes good. Is it okay to drink it? What about weight? Let’s take a look at how alcohol is used by our body and how it can affect weight loss. Also, as I promised…here is my blurb on wise alcohol choices. Even though there are wise alcohol choices, remember each person is different. How often and how much depends on the individual. AND if you are trying to lose weight, you may NOT want to drink alcoh...
Jan 06, 2021•11 min•Ep. 57
Change is hard, sometimes it sucks. As you walk on your journey to better health, you will make many changes. Changes in diet, supplements, medications, exercise or maybe all four. Some changes do not work…they suck, but this change shows that this particular route is not working. So, you need make a change in another direction and wow, it is working. Change is necessary to find your path to good health. Remember that change is hard, it can suck, but be patient, embrace it, you will get to the o...
Jan 04, 2021•8 min•Ep. 56
Are you chewing on a cookie right now or eating a peanut butter cup? You are addicted…the after the holiday sugar craving have gotten you! Have they really? Yes, sugar is addicting. Your glucose is up in fat storing mode and then it crashes lower than ever, making you crave the carbs to bring it back up. This roller coaster will help you gain weight and store fat. So what should you do? Listen to this short podcast and get that glucose level back to normal and stabilized. Using Designs for Healt...
Jan 01, 2021•10 min•Ep. 55
Does it feel like your thyroid medication has stopped working? Your labs show optimal results but hypo symptoms are coming back (like weight gain and fatigue) or you just feel like you can’t tolerate your medication anymore. Join me in this podcast episode to find out what you need to consider, check and correct to get back to optimal. Please reach out to me below if you would like to work together to get you back on track. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free di...
Dec 30, 2020•27 min•Ep. 54
As you know, I am always studying ways to stay optimally healthy and sharing these discoveries with my patients. Today I talk about peptides. Peptide usage has the potential aiding with anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and muscle building properties. Today, I am just scratching the surface of this complex topic. I will look at peptides regarding IGF-1 (growth hormone) and how keeping optimal levels can help with weight loss. I especially wanted to share some information regarding how certain pepti...
Dec 28, 2020•20 min•Ep. 53
Yes, there are supplements that will help you with weight loss and fat loss with out making you jittery or feel like you are crawling out of your skin. In this podcast, I will discuss the top three fat burning, gut healthy, insulin resistance fighting supplements that you can use for losing weight and improving your health in conjunction with good thyroid and hormonal care. The winners and still champions are Berberine, Vitamin D + K, and Keto-Nootropic (exogenous ketones, BHBs). My trusted comp...
Dec 24, 2020•22 min•Ep. 52
In this episode, I will discuss how stress affects your immune system, and things you can do now to boost your immune system today going into cold and flu season. Also, how stress and viruses affect thyroid function and what you may need to do with your thyroid medication dose if you get a virus (or THE BIG C virus). Grab the FREE Supplement guide here: https://amie-hornaman.mykajabi.com/virus Dry Farm Wines: https://www.dryfarmwines.com/pages/pennybottle?rfsn=3834388.4449ee&utm_source=refer...
Dec 23, 2020•49 min•Ep. 51
There are things that I like about slow release T3 and things I don’t like about it. In this video, we will look at the good and the bad of slow release T3. First, they must be compounded with some fillers. That is what makes it slow release. The fillers can cause some problems with absorption for folks that have gut issues. It also cannot be used for folks with circadian rhythm issues and low cortisol in the morning. But for folks that cannot take T3 because it raises their blood pressure too h...
Dec 21, 2020•16 min•Ep. 50
Stress and worry…it’s where we all are right now! Chaos and uncertainty all around us! What’s the future going to bring? In today’s episode, we are going to see what stress can do to your body and what we can do to lessen or prevent it. We need to be present in our body and not worry about the past or the future. I will talk about how to reduce stress using deep breathing, meditation, prayer, and yoga. Using these amazing tools, you can help your body heal and tap into your parasympathetic nervo...
Dec 18, 2020•10 min•Ep. 49
What’s the RIGHT way to exercise when you have Hashimoto’s/ hypothyroidism? There’s soooo much information out there, most of it conflicting, and many of you are still in the 1980’s with your aerobic training. Great year for music, not great for fitness. Listen in and I promise we will find the perfect routine for you. I want you to learn WHY your current routine is working against you...maybe making you worse! LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call:...
Dec 16, 2020•37 min•Ep. 48
Sick of hearing the mantra from your practitioner or Endo? The standard of care for thyroid problems is T4. That’s all you need. You’ll be fine. 6 months later and you are no better or even worse. We’ll bump up the T4. That’s all you need. You’ll be fine. 12 month later… Whoa! What’s wrong with this this picture. You’re not better. You’re not fine. Let me explain why T4 isn’t the only and end all solution to your thyroid problems. Believe me, I have been through this standard routine. There’s a ...
Dec 14, 2020•16 min•Ep. 47
I know a lot of patients want to do an all-natural route to healing their thyroid. I hear you! But please listen to this podcast where I explain why I use thyroid hormone replacement therapy, aka. thyroid medications. Now am I against going the natural route? No, not at all. If my patient wants to go the natural route, I will work with you. It takes quite a bit of time, patience, and investment, but I am here for you. We can work together and I cannot guarantee 100% it will work. But before form...
Dec 11, 2020•13 min•Ep. 46
Such an amazing transformation and case study on how the RIGHT medication can change your life. Dealing with Hashimoto's for years and always being under medicated, Araan finally found new life after she began working with me. The results speak for themselves! 20 lbs lost, more energy, hair growth and shine...the results keep coming! LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will ...
Dec 09, 2020•39 min•Ep. 45
T3 is a powerful thyroid hormone. It affects almost every physiological process in the body, including growth and development, metabolism, body temperature, and heart rate. We will look at T3 therapy and see how it can be added to conventional T4 or NTD meds to optimize your thyroid and your life. Click the link below to book a free discovery call today. Thanks for listening and have a great day! Lab and Symptom Checklist with Optimal Lab Values: https://amie-hornaman.mykajabi.com/opt-in LET'S G...
Dec 07, 2020•8 min•Ep. 44
Today we will discuss a question that has an answer you may not like. What is the perfect diet for Hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s? The answer is…the best diet is the one that specifically fits YOU! We will look at factors that will determine the best diet for YOU! Do you have any other health condition? Are you a busy person? Sorry it’s not a cookie cutter, one size fits all! But I can help you find the right one for You. We work with your lab results, lifestyle, and likes and dislikes to find ju...
Dec 04, 2020•12 min•Ep. 43
I know hair loss is horrible and if you're still losing hair it's time for us to chat. Let's talk about that Hashimoto's you're dealing with as well as the other factors contributing to you hair loss...and what you can do! Designs for Health For any Designs for Health Supplement: Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% off your first order Designs for Health - Whole Body Collagen https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/products/whole-body-collagen Podcast with guest Mimi Lindquist: A True Miracle Food for Cance...
Dec 02, 2020•32 min•Ep. 42
Proprietary blend supplements…they must be really special! Not so much… be aware of proprietary blends, you NEVER know how much of each ingredient is in that SPECIAL blend. So, you have no idea what you are really consuming. Today we are looking at these two issues and more. Up front and blunt, I only recommend high quality supplements that are made in the USA, that’s why I choose and recommend Designs for Health supplements. See the link below for Designs for Health supplements and their first ...
Nov 30, 2020•11 min•Ep. 41
Wonder why you don’t see a Biggest Losers reunion after the Biggest Loser show? It’s because they have gained most of their weight back. The fact is they are put through extremely strict reduced calorie diets and extremely strict and long exercise programs at the Biggest Loser House. In the beginning they lose weight at a rapid pace. But while doing insane things to lose weight fast, they increase cortisol level, cause insulin resistance, mess up thyroid hormones, and in the end put their body i...
Nov 27, 2020•14 min•Ep. 40
Speaking from personal experience I have PCOS and Hypo. PCOS and hypo are like best friends sometimes ...but not in a good way. We see these 2 conditions work on a bidirectional pathways in the body that makes for a cornucopia of symptoms! Let’s tackle both. Lab and Symptom Checklist with Optimal Lab Values: https://amie-hornaman.mykajabi.com/opt-in Designs for Health: https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/pro.../berberine-synergy If this is your first-time ordering use this code to get a 20% disc...
Nov 25, 2020•43 min•Ep. 39
Berberine is one of the most effective natural supplements available. It has impressive health benefits! Berberine has been shown to lower blood sugar, promote weight loss, and improve heart health, to name a few. My podcast today looks at the benefits of berberine and a couple of examples of its success. If you have any questions, please click the links below or PM me. Designs for Health: https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/products/berberine-synergy If this is your first-time ordering use this...
Nov 23, 2020•22 min•Ep. 38
Today I am going to tell you what supplements I take and why I take them. Do you need the supplements I use? No, you need the supplements YOU need. But when you use supplements you need to make sure they are pure and your body can use them. The only supplements I recommend are ones that are owned by a family or individual and are made in the USA with high standards. I use Designs for Health for my supplementation. Designs for Health Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% off your first order Organifi Use t...
Nov 20, 2020•40 min•Ep. 37
Are you sick and tired of life not being fair? Do you want to give up on the progress you've made? Listen to how and why this "It's not Fair" stage will come and go in your journey of optimizing your thyroid. Book a call with me today using the link below. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will take and I will get you there. Trust the process! Shop Dr. Amie's Fixxr Supplem...
Nov 18, 2020•9 min•Ep. 36
You can’t get your answers from most endocrinologists. They just don’t get the thyroid. In this podcast I will tell you why. We look at you holistically…outside the box. Get off the endo rollercoaster. Work with a practitioner that understands thyroid and hormonal issues. See the link below to book a discovery call with me today. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will take...
Nov 18, 2020•13 min•Ep. 35
Benefits of LDN...including weight loss and thyroid optimization! Low-dose Naltrexone (LDN) has been used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases for a few decades but has been found to be helpful in the treatment of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Let's take a look at its use benefits. Please feel reach to reach out to me in the link below and book a discovery call. I look forward to hearing from you!! LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramie...
Nov 13, 2020•12 min•Ep. 34
Guys, do you know your testosterone number? Today we will look at testosterone levels. Not the standard lab ranges that change based on population results, but the optimal ranges. OPTIMAL is where you need and want to be. And this is NOT just about libido, guys! It’s about your overall health! And if you do need hormone replacement, I have worked with a provider that I would highly recommend. The provider is ReGenesis HRT, Erie, PA: regenesishrt.com. This podcast is brief and to the point, so pl...
Nov 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 33
So you have weight gain and hair loss...is that hypothyroidism? Are your meds really off? Or is it something else? What about the headaches you have 3 times a week or the back pain you are battling? Hypo or Not? Stay tuned for answers.... Lab and Symptom Checklist with Optimal Lab Values: https://amie-hornaman.mykajabi.com/opt-in. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will tak...
Nov 11, 2020•39 min•Ep. 32
Are you ready to heal your thyroid? Do you know what it takes? It takes patience! When you work with me or another practitioner don’t expect magic. If it took years to get to where you are now, it will at least take weeks and maybe a few months to get on track for your journey to a healthy you. Then you will see things moving in the right direction and changes happening. If you work with me, I will hold your hand through it all. I work with you to find your optimal values and your optimal health...
Nov 06, 2020•7 min•Ep. 31
A few questions to ask yourself which could ultimately affect your Reverse T3, weight and energy levels. Have you ever heard of Leptin? Have you ever heard of Leptin Resistance? Find the answers in this short podcast. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will take and I will get you there. Trust the process! Shop Dr. Amie's Fixxr Supplements: https://dramiehornaman.com/collec...
Nov 06, 2020•8 min•Ep. 30
Intermittent fasting and extended fasts...are they good to do with hypothyroidism/Hashimoto’s? There are MANY opinions out there and trying to find the right answer can make your brain explode. Take a breath...let’s sort through the information together. I’ll give you a hint...the answer is yes...and no. LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK...Connect with Dr. Amie Hornaman Book a free discovery call: https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/book-a-call You are worth the effort it will take and I will get you there....
Nov 04, 2020•37 min•Ep. 29
Today we are looking at the causes of high Reverse T3. What is Reverse T3? What is driving it up? What can we do to lower it? Many factors are involved, and we will look at each one. But the bottom line is it’s about you and what you as an individual must do to control it! And as always, be careful where you get your information. You could make it worse with the wrong advice. I can help! So, if you have any questions, visit my website below to book a discovery call. Until next time… Podcast: Ins...
Oct 30, 2020•15 min•Ep. 28
