10: Where to Start with Hashimoto’s

In this podcast episode, Dr. Izabella Wentz shares essential steps for those diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. She explains why addressing Hashimoto’s goes beyond just taking thyroid medications, covering key factors such as nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar balance, stress management, and food sensitivities. Dr. Wentz also provides practical tips on optimizing thyroid function naturally and discusses lab testing for key nutrients like ferritin, vitamin D, and B12.

Show Highlights:

• Why Hashimoto’s requires more than just thyroid medication.
• The role of nutrient deficiencies in thyroid health and the key nutrients to test for.
• How food sensitivities (gluten, dairy, and soy) impact Hashimoto’s and the benefits of an elimination diet.
• The importance of blood sugar balance for thyroid function.
• How red light therapy, selenium, and myo-inositol can support thyroid health.
• The impact of stress on thyroid health and strategies to manage it.
• Dr. Wentz’s insights on thiamine and its role in reversing thyroid fatigue.
• The benefits of hydrolyzed beef protein for those with Hashimoto’s.

Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Fluoride and Your Thyroid: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/fluoride-and-your-thyroid/
• Thiamine and Thyroid Fatigue: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/boosting-energy-with-thiamine/
• Recommended Lab Testing (Ulta Labs): https://www.ultalabtests.com/testing/categories/thyroid/all-tests
• Hydrolyzed Beef Protein:
• Rootcology AI Paleo Protein: https://rootcology.com/products/ai-paleo-protein?variant=40203683725335
• Amazon Listing: https://www.amazon.com/Rootcology-AI-Paleo-Protein-Hashimotos/dp/B079G4ZG24

Additional Resources Mentioned:

• Red Light Therapy for Thyroid Support: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/red-light-therapy-for-thyroid-support/
• Selenium & Myo-Inositol for Thyroid Health: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/selenium-and-myo-inositol-for-thyroid-support/
• Blood Sugar Balance and Thyroid Health: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/blood-sugar-imbalances-and-hashimotos/

Connect with Dr. Izabella Wentz:

• 🌎 Website: https://www.thyroidpharmacist.com
• 📷 Instagram: @izabellawentzpharmd
• 📘 Facebook: Dr. Izabella Wentz, Thyroid Pharmacist

Closing Call to Action:

• If you found this episode helpful, please leave a review and share it with someone who might benefit. Your support helps spread awareness about healing Hashimoto’s!