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Dr. Amy Myers: Healing the Thyroid Naturally | Align Podcast #516

Oct 31, 2024
Dr. Amy Myers, a functional medicine physician and bestselling author, discusses the vital links between thyroid health, autoimmunity, and gut wellness. She emphasizes the importance of going beyond TSH testing to assess thyroid function and highlights dietary and environmental influences. The conversation dives into the mind-body connection, emotional expression, and its effects on thyroid health. Dr. Myers also shares insights on red light therapy for healing and the critical role of iodine in thyroid function, offering holistic strategies for managing thyroid disorders.
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  • Thyroid dysfunction significantly affects modern society, often overlooked due to standard testing practices that only assess TSH levels without comprehensive analysis.
  • Environmental toxins and poor lifestyle choices drastically contribute to thyroid health issues, underscoring the need for dietary improvements and reduced exposure to endocrine disruptors.

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Thyroid Health Overview

Thyroid dysregulation is a widespread issue in modern society, frequently impacting both men and women, and is increasingly prevalent among younger people. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland, plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism and influencing every cell in the body. Dysregulation can manifest as either an overactive or underactive thyroid, with conditions such as Hashimoto's disease and Graves' disease representing autoimmune issues that can lead to significant health challenges. Many individuals experiencing symptoms may have underlying thyroid dysfunction without even realizing it, making awareness and education on this topic vital.

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