Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's Why Those With Thyroid Conditions Should Care About Progesterone
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Jul 25, 2023 
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Betty Murray, a nutrition expert and functional medicine practitioner, reveals her insights on the critical role of progesterone in women's health, especially for those with thyroid conditions. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of hormones and shares her personal menopause journey. Topics include effective methods to boost progesterone, the advantages of hormone testing, and dietary adjustments to support thyroid health postpartum. Betty's holistic approach offers practical tips to help women regain balance and vitality.
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Betty's Hormone Journey
- Betty Murray's hormone journey began in her late 30s with symptoms like acne and weight gain.
- Despite being a nutrition professional, she struggled with hormonal imbalances for over a decade.
Hormone Deficiencies in Women
- Many women experience hormone deficiencies, including progesterone, due to various factors.
- These factors include a toxic environment and high stress levels, which affect the pituitary and hypothalamus.
Hormones as a Symphony
- Hormones work together like a symphony, with the hypothalamus and pituitary regulating the endocrine system.
- Adrenals prioritize stress response, potentially impacting sex hormones like progesterone if constantly activated.
