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The Ultimate Hashimoto's Episode | Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD

Apr 29, 2025
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Izabella Wentz
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Izabella Wentz, The Thyroid Pharmacist and bestselling author, dives into the often-misunderstood world of Hashimoto's disease. She discusses the root causes of thyroid dysfunction and how many women face misdiagnosis. The talk covers the impact of diet on thyroid health, practical strategies for symptom management, and the benefits of therapies like red light treatment. Dr. Wentz also emphasizes nurturing one’s body and mind with real food, self-care, and understanding environmental influences on wellness.
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ANECDOTE

Teen Moodiness Linked to Thyroid

  • Izabella Wentz shares her teenage moodiness and how thyroid dysfunction caused anxiety and mood swings.
  • Her story reveals the early symptoms of Hashimoto's that are often misunderstood as just moodiness.
INSIGHT

Thyroid Hormones Shape Mood

  • Thyroid hormones affect every cell and strongly impact mood fluctuations including anxiety and depression.
  • Early thyroid dysfunction causes hormone dumping leading to mood swings and panic attacks.
ADVICE

Test Thyroid Antibodies Early

  • Ask your doctor for a full thyroid panel including thyroid antibodies to detect Hashimoto's early.
  • Elevated antibodies before hormone changes is the best time to act to avoid long-term damage.
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