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Light Up Your Metabolism

The Thyroid, Insulin & Weight Connection with Dr. Amie Hornaman | Episode 114

Jan 4, 2023
Dr. Amie Hornaman discusses the importance of comprehensive thyroid testing, hidden symptoms, and the impact of insulin resistance on thyroid health. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of gut health, blood sugar, and thyroid, advocating for a holistic approach. The episode highlights the challenges of misdiagnosis in thyroid health and the benefits of functional medicine in managing conditions like Hashimoto's disease. Listeners are encouraged to seek specialized care, track vital signs, and empower themselves through understanding thyroid health.
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Quick takeaways

  • Thyroid symptoms may manifest as weight gain, fatigue, and anxiety despite normal TSH levels.
  • Comprehensive thyroid testing includes free T3 and reverse T3 for optimal thyroid health monitoring.

Deep dives

Understanding Thyroid Testing and Symptoms

The podcast episode addresses the common scenario where doctors only test TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone), which might not provide a comprehensive view of thyroid health. Symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, constipation, anxiety, and depression can indicate underlying thyroid issues, even if initial tests show normal TSH levels.

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