The Investigation Thyroid issues can be so frustrating because often doctors will say there is nothing to be done other than taking medication. We talk a lot about hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease (an autoimmune disease that attacks the thyroid resulting in not enough thyroid hormone) but there is another side to thyroid issues. It is also possible for there to be too much thyroid hormone being produced. This is called hyperthyroidism and the autoimmune disease that can cause this is Grave...
Nov 25, 2021•48 min
The Case: Jessica has Hashimoto’s Disease and can’t seem to balance her thyroid Her doctors say her levels are fine but she’s experiencing bloating, fatigue, hair loss, GI issues, and brain fog. She met with several doctors but none were able to address her concerns. The Investigation When I met Jessica, I knew that we had to go beyond supporting the thyroid, we had to slow or stop the attack on her immune system. There are many triggers and Jessica had already cut out gluten. This was great but...
Nov 11, 2021•1 hr 2 min
The Investigation As we head into cold and flu season during the second year of the pandemic, it’s important to provide support for your immune system - especially if you have an autoimmune disease like Hashimoto’s, Lupus, MS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Type 1 Diabetes, Addison’s, Grave’s, and Celiac disease. As someone with Hashimoto’s and who works with a lot of people with Hashimoto’s I’ve created a protocol that I have been updating month after month and here is my latest version. This protocol i...
Oct 28, 2021•23 min
The Case: Denise has Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism and has been trying to balance her thyroid for years. She tried Synthroid, Levothyoxine and Armour but these left her feeling ‘off’. It seemed impossible to find something that would get her T4, T3 and TSH levels into range and give her ample energy. I knew that while she was on the right track, we needed a slightly different type of approach to solve her health mystery. When the standard solutions don’t work, you might need to go custom. The I...
Oct 14, 2021•59 min
The Case: Mara has sleep issues, anxiety and overall malaise. She struggles with vitamins, supplements and detoxes as they leave her feeling worse. Multiple experts tried to tell her it was part of the process, but she never got better. The Investigation I have many clients who tell me they are very sensitive to supplements and we have to pay close attention to their support but Mara’s case was more extreme. I knew we had to avoid detoxes but still get her results without overtaxing her very sen...
Sep 30, 2021•41 min
The Case: Eliana is dealing with stubborn weight issues. She’s also experiencing bloating and weight gain around her period. She worked with several dieticians and found that a calorie restricted diet did reduce her weight but it wasn’t sustainable and left her feeling tired. The Investigation Eliana’s challenge is a common one. Many women find that despite eating right and being active, they struggle with unexplained weight gain or an inability to lose weight. There are a lot of things that can...
Sep 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min
The Wide Range of Hashimoto Symptoms Hashimoto’s is complex and often misunderstood by mainstream medicine. It’s a topic that I have a lot of experience with both personally and professionally and know that so many of you are struggling with its many symptoms. Because of this, I knew that dedicating the 100th episode of this podcast to the topic was exactly how I wanted to celebrate this milestone. One of the most common questions I get about Hashimoto’s is whether a specific symptom is related ...
Sep 02, 2021•27 min
The Case: Julia is dealing with many different symptoms that none of her doctors can explain or treat. She feels achy, has low energy, deals with anxiety, and has trouble sleeping She took matters into her own hands but she found herself on a very strict diet, taking a lot of supplements, obsessing over her meals and with limited results. The Investigation When I met Julia it was clear that there was a lot going on. Her symptoms were quite varied and she had already tried a lot of different solu...
Aug 19, 2021•57 min
Please be sure to grab my free THYROID GUIDE to make sure your doctor is not missing your thyroid issue The Question I work out and watch what I eat but every year, I gain weight. I can’t get rid of it. Is there anything I can do? Inna’s Response Yes. There is absolutely something that you can do! The first step is to get a clear picture of what’s going on with your thyroid levels. Make sure you get the full thyroid panel including TSH (which is where most tests stop), T 3, free T4, Free T3, and...
Aug 05, 2021•29 min
The Case: Amanda has trouble concentrating, staying on task, and remembering everything. Her son, Logan, is also struggling with concentration. He can’t sit still in school or focus on his homework. She’s hesitant to go to a doctor because she doesn’t want to solve this issue with medication. Many people think that ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is something that only affects kids but actually it’s estimated that between 3-6% of American adults suffer from ADD and it's possible that number is ...
Jul 22, 2021•47 min
The Case: Jill is suffering from hormone imbalances which her doctors chalk up to perimenopause She was experiencing hot flashes, irregular periods, PMS, dry skin, mood swings, and extreme brain fog She wasn’t sure if these were all connected but she knew she didn’t like the doctor’s advice of waiting it out. Every woman experiences perimenopause and menopause differently. There are some common symptoms like hot flashes and irregular menstrual cycles, and some symptoms attributed to this hormona...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 2 min
The Investigation In a previous episode , I revealed what I eat on a regular basis to stay healthy and I was thrilled to get so much positive feedback about it. So, I thought I would pull the curtain back a little further and share what I feed my kids to keep them healthy now and to help them develop a good relationship with nutritious food. In this episode, I walk you through what my 5 year-old son and 9-month old baby daughter eat now and what they ate getting to this age. I know that kids are...
Jun 24, 2021•36 min
The Case: Annabelle often feels anxious, overwhelmed and unsettled. She was experiencing weird body sensations, panic attacks and unexplained mood swings. She visited GPs, psychiatrists, therapists and a rheumatologist but their medications and an autoimmune diagnosis didn’t help solve her problem. The Investigation One of the biggest issues for Annabelle was that she felt like nobody was really hearing her or worse, dismissing her concerns as being all in her head. I’m so glad that she reached ...
Jun 10, 2021•55 min
The Case: Amanda suffers with frequent colds and sinus infections (especially around her menstrual cycle). Her hands and feet are always cold and she gets tension headaches all the time. Standard blood tests came back normal, leaving the doctors with no answers. The Investigation I run more comprehensive labs that many traditional doctors I make sure to run them at a specific time in the menstrual cycle. My suspicions were that this was not related to her sex hormones but rather something upstre...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 3 min
The Investigation I’ve been getting so many questions from my clients and listeners about the various COVID vaccines. I know it can feel like a real mystery, especially if you have an autoimmune issue like Hashimoto’s. I am not an MD but I know you look to me for all types of answers because I can address things from a whole body perspective, explain things in a clear way but also can be unbiased. One of the key questions I get is whether or not someone should get the vaccine. Some have even ask...
May 13, 2021•33 min
The Case: Laura was diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) in her 20s She’s experiencing acne, weight gain, hair loss, and irregular cycles. She took birth control as recommended by her doctor and her symptoms subsided, but within a month of getting off of it, her acne, weight, sleep issues returned Laura’s period didn’t return after 3 months later of getting off the pill. Frustrated by not getting anywhere with her primary doctor, Laura was ready to just start taking the pill again t...
Apr 29, 2021•49 min
The Case: Alison has an autoimmune disease and struggles to fight off colds and flus At the start of the pandemic, she took extra precautions including social distancing and taking extra vitamins As things open up, her anxiety is heightened and she wonders if she’ll ever shake the fear of going out again The Investigation Alison reached out to me for help supporting her immune system so that she can start getting out more without the fear of infection and a flare up of her autoimmune disease. I ...
Apr 15, 2021•56 min
The Case: Ava has three different autoimmune conditions including Hashimoto’s A functional medicine doctor put her on a restrictive diet for six months and an extensive supplements regimen Despite these measures, Ava still isn’t feeling better. Ava’s autoimmune struggles have been going on for some time now. She’s put in so much work and has invested in supplements, appointments, and treatments so it’s understandable that she’s frustrated to see no payoff. It’s my impression that the root proble...
Apr 01, 2021•58 min
The Investigation I hear it all the time. Someone goes on a cleanse to feel better but they end up feeling worse. Detox reactions, die-off reactions, or Herxheimer’s reactions are caused by a variety of factors such as toxin exposure, viruses, bugs, yeasts, and parasites. Cleansing or detoxing can be incredible for our health but some people do experience symptoms like headaches, fatigue, gas, bloating, congestion, and flu-like symptoms. Why We Experience Detox Reactions When your body has more ...
Mar 18, 2021•23 min
The Case: Emily is dealing with hair loss, sluggishness and constipation. Emily tried changing her diet and taking adrenal supplements but not much changed. Lab results confirm her suspicion that her thyroid is slow (even though the numbers are technically in range). Emily’s numbers come up right on the edge of optimal so I knew that we needed to dig a bit deeper to find out what else was playing a role in her health mystery. The Investigation Emily went to see her primary care doctor and asked ...
Mar 04, 2021•44 min
The Case: Lexi is dealing with constant fatigue and is struggling to stay awake during the day. She’s tried coffee and energy drinks, and was offered Adderall but preferred to seek out natural solutions. Lexi’s husband complains about her snoring, and her little guy wakes her up most nights. Lexi never wakes up feeling rested. The Investigation Even though Lexi came to find a natural solution to her fatigue and low energy levels, I knew I had to get to the root cause of the problem. The first th...
Feb 18, 2021•44 min
The Case: Linda was having trouble with anxiety and sleep Routine blood work revealed a very high TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and she was given a medication to treat hypothyroidism. Linda wondered why she didn’t have many of the typical symptoms for hypothyroidism and worried that going on medication might be the wrong move. Even though Linda was happy to have an answer, something didn’t add up. She was told to get on the medication, regardless of whether she showed typical symptoms or not...
Feb 04, 2021•12 min
The Case: Paulina is dealing with tension and constant pain in her upper back and neck. She’s also experiencing frequent sleep interruptions, headaches and her body is in a constant state of inflammation. Paulina tried adjusting her work set up, saw doctors and a chiropractor, following their advice to take NSAIDs and anti-inflammatory medications but they left her with a sore stomach and still in pain. Natural anti-inflammatories (like fish oil and curcumin) only dulled the pain without decreas...
Jan 21, 2021•36 min
The Investigation Where I live, the pandemic is still very much in full swing with cases continuing to rise. This may not be what we want to hear or think about after the year we’ve just had but I want you to know that all of this can’t take away your power. You still have the power to protect your body and your immune system so that you can best deal with whatever comes at you in the coming months. As we learn more about the virus and as the situation shifts, my immune recommendations have also...
Jan 07, 2021•19 min
The Investigation Resolutions don’t work. In this episode of Health Mysteries Solved, we’re going to explore why and what you should be doing instead. New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work We all make them, and most of us fail at them. Or, we have small successes that don’t last. Why? I think there are a few reasons: Tied to New Years. Most of us only think about resolutions as the calendar rolls over. So, we think about this goal once. And then, we forget it so there’s not much consistency. Obligat...
Dec 22, 2020•18 min
The Case: Rachel is dealing with digestion problems, sleep issues, headaches, psoriasis, and rashes. She’s seen a ton of specialists, including a dermatologist, gastroenterologist, neurologist, and an endocrinologist She tried steroids, acid lowering medications, and a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) with little improvement. The Investigation This battery of symptoms may seem unrelated but I suspected that they were all connected. My first clue was in her diet - which was not unhea...
Dec 10, 2020•51 min
The Case: Jane has been experiencing dry, irritated eyes for the past 2 years She’s treated them with steroid drops and antihistamines but the problem persists After consulting many doctors and taking tests, there seem to be no answers. Eye irritations can range from dry, itchy eyes to puffiness. Most people reach for over-the-counter eye drops or antihistamines for temporary relief. If it’s caused by the environment or allergies, this might solve the issue but when it persists - there may be a ...
Nov 26, 2020•40 min
The Case: Lori is 42 and has an autoimmune disease She works in the media and is concerned about her aging skin and wrinkles She’s worked hard to improve her health naturally and doesn’t want to do anything that will trigger her autoimmunity. Lori and I had been working together for months to get her health back on track due to her autoimmune condition. She asked me about how her condition might be affected by potential anti-aging therapies. I’m glad she asked because many doctors or aestheticia...
Nov 12, 2020•44 min
I recently opened the door to questions about thyroid conditions and Hashimoto’s on my Instagram page . And, wow, was I flooded with really great questions. In this episode, I answer as many as I can. The Question - How do you Shrink Your Thyroid Nodules? This was the question I got the most from my Instagram followers. Before I answer, I want to clarify a few things. There are many different types of growths on the thyroid. Many people confuse enlargement of the thyroid with nodules or inflamma...
Oct 28, 2020•18 min
The Investigation Have you ever read a crime novel or a mystery where the main character or detective gets distracted by a random clue only to discover that it had nothing to do with what actually transpired? They spend all kinds of time and energy trying to solve a clue because they can’t let it go? As a health mysteries detective searching for the root cause of an issue, I look at all of the different angles to get to the bottom of it. Sometimes that means chasing a dead-end clue. When it come...
Oct 15, 2020•13 min
