Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro Optimizing Hashimoto's Thyroiditis & Other Thyroid Concerns with Dr. Heather Stone l Addressing Upstream Stressors and Root Causes of this Autoimmune Condition
Apr 14, 2025
Dr. Heather Stone, a functional medicine practitioner with over 20 years of experience, shares her insights on thyroid health and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. She highlights the inadequacies of standard TSH tests and the necessity for a full thyroid panel. Dr. Stone discusses the hidden dangers of gluten, dairy, and environmental toxins like mold. She offers practical, holistic solutions to improve thyroid function, emphasizing dietary management and the connection between gut health and autoimmune responses. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone dealing with thyroid issues!
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Myopic Thyroid Treatment Pitfall
- Conventional medicine often misses the full complexity of thyroid health, focusing primarily on TSH and hormone replacement.
- This narrow view leads to continued symptoms and over-reliance on thyroid hormones without addressing root causes.
Request Full Thyroid Panel
- Always request full thyroid lab panels including TSH, free and total T4 and T3, and thyroid antibodies (TPO and thyroglobulin).
- Identifying Hashimoto’s autoimmune condition is crucial for tailored treatment beyond standard thyroid medication.
Nutrition for Thyroid Health
- Manage blood sugar primarily through diet focusing on animal protein, vegetables, minimal fruit, and healthy fats.
- Eliminate gluten and dairy to reduce inflammation and autoimmune antibody activity in Hashimoto's.