Modern Thyroid and Wellness 49: Still Tired on Thyroid Meds? – The Most Overlooked Fixes for Hashimoto’s & Hormone Balance with McCall McPherson
Sep 18, 2025
Dive into the world of thyroid health with expert advice on managing Hashimoto’s through strategies like low-dose naltrexone and gut healing. Discover the optimal sequencing for hormone replacement therapy and its impact on fertility. Learn how to monitor thyroid levels effectively and the surprising disconnect between Epstein-Barr virus and Hashimoto’s. McCall also shares insights on exercise for thyroid patients and busts myths around MTHFR supplements. This informative session promises clarity and actionable tips on your wellness journey.
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First Steps After A Hashimoto's Diagnosis
- Start Hashimoto's care by measuring antibodies, trying LDN, and removing gluten or dairy while tracking labs every 90 days.
- Add selenium 200 mcg, work on gut health, and use red light on the thyroid 10 minutes once or twice daily.
How To Sequence Hormone Replacement
- Sequence HRT by starting with the hormone causing the worst symptoms and adjust thyroid meds after changing sex hormones.
- Expect progesterone to decline first, then testosterone, with estrogen falling later in perimenopause.
Beyond Diet To Lower Antibodies
- If antibodies don't fall after diet changes, consider glutathione, resveratrol, or NAD precursors and other non-diet interventions.
- Use red light therapy and anti-inflammatory strategies beyond diet to reduce autoimmune inflammation.