

Hacking Thyroid, Autoimmunity & Aging – Interventions With Dave – Michael Ford : 918
11 snips Mar 19, 2022
In this discussion, Michael Ford, a 70-year-old biohacker from the UK, shares his quest for healthy aging and managing low thyroid function. He dives into his experiences with supplements, intermittent fasting, and addressing potential autoimmunity concerns. Michael also explores the links between bacterial infections and autoimmune conditions, as well as the impact of dietary choices, like gluten and visceral fat, on health. They cover innovative strategies such as mouth taping for better breathing and emphasize the need for community support in health journeys.
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Mixed T4 and T3 for Thyroid
- Get a mix of T4 and T3 for better thyroid management.
- T4 alone may not be enough, as the body sometimes struggles to convert it to active T3.
Thyroid Conversion Problem
- High TSH levels despite taking T4 may indicate a conversion problem.
- The body may be converting T4 to reverse T3, which is inactive.
Michael's Biohacking Journey
- Michael Ford, 70, started biohacking after seeing the health of his peers decline.
- He aims to live to 140 and remain fully functional.