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
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Heather Stone, one of the world's leading experts in functional medicine, to dive deep into the often misunderstood world of thyroid health--especially conditions like Hashimoto's thyroiditis. She shares why a standard TSH test isn't enough and why asking for a full thyroid panel is critical to getting real answers. She also breaks down the hidden dangers of gluten and dairy, as well as the overlooked impact of environmental toxins like mold exposure. Dr. Heather doesn't just diagnose the problems--she brings practical, empowering solutions to the table. Whether you've been diagnosed with a thyroid condition or another autoimmune disease, this episode is packed with must-hear advice that could change the trajectory of your health journey.
Dr. Heather Stone DC is one of the top functional medicine practitioners in the world. She has over 20 years of clinical experience in private practice. During that time she has successfully helped thousands of women overcome the symptoms of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Her thyroid transformation blueprint has been used by hundreds of doctors, and thus has helped countless women return to happy, healthy, and lean. Her mission is to change the face of healthcare through her private practice, books, masterclasses, webinars, education programs, and retreats on her ranch in Texas.
SHOW NOTES:
0:39 Welcome to the show!
2:22 About Dr. Heather Stone
3:01 Welcome her to the podcast!
4:03 Going to the doctor with thyroid symptoms
6:28 Full thyroid biomarkers to request
11:12 The myopic systems of Conventional medicine
13:20 Missing nutrients for thyroid health
15:17 Cross-reactivity with gluten & dairy
22:02 How stress affects autoimmunity
27:08 *PIQUE TEA*
29:00 Caffeine, sugar & cravings
31:43 Lauren’s client story
32:14 Strategies to get out of fight-or-flight
35:43 Forest schools for kids
38:32 Gut inflammation & Leaky Gut
42:45 Molds & mycotoxins in food & environment
50:23 Viral infections & Hashimoto’s
55:49 Oral infections & Hashimoto’s
1:01:51 Her final piece of advice
1:02:14 Where to find her
1:02:57 Thanks for tuning in!
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