The Wellness Mama Podcast Thyroid Health Deep Dive: Labs, Remedies, Medications and More with McCall McPherson
Apr 1, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, McCall McPherson, a thyroid health expert, shares vital insights into managing thyroid conditions. She emphasizes the need for more than just TSH testing, advocating for comprehensive lab panels. Listeners learn about the significance of self-advocacy and informed lifestyle choices. McCall highlights the benefits of nutrient-rich diets, the impact of gluten and dairy, and the importance of protein and micronutrients for thyroid health. Empower yourself with actionable strategies to improve your well-being!
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Become Your Own Thyroid Advocate
- Don't blindly trust practitioners for thyroid health; become your own primary healthcare provider.
- If you have thyroid symptoms and your doctor dismisses them based on TSH alone, seek further testing.
Essential Thyroid Testing
- Get a full thyroid panel, including TSH, Free T3, T4, Reverse T3, and antibodies (TPO, Tg).
- Don't accept "normal" lab results if you have symptoms; optimal ranges are key for thriving.
Understanding Thyroid Ranges
- Standardized "normal" thyroid ranges don't exist; they vary by lab and are based on averages of sick people.
- Optimal ranges, based on where people thrive, not just survive, are crucial for effective treatment.