Real Answers to Your Thyroid Problems ( Part 2 )

If you’ve ever Googled your way into confusion, felt unsure about treatments, or just wished someone would break it all down in plain language—this QA episode is for you.

Dr. Eric answers listener questions with clarity and care, breaking down complex topics like postpartum hyperthyroidism, iodine contrast risks in CT scans, and the role of inulin in gut health. He also shares insights on natural remedies like bugleweed and castor oil packs, managing hormone therapy, and addressing elevated homocysteine levels. Plus why gut health, genetics, and lifestyle all play a part. It’s a clear, helpful look at the thyroid questions so many are asking.

Tune in now for insights that can help you feel more in control of your thyroid journey.

Episode Timeline: 

0:00 – Episode introduction 

0:16– Overview of thyroid and autoimmune conditions

0:30 - Do CT Scans with Contrast Harm Your Thyroid?

1:41 - Postpartum Hyper to Hypothyroid Flop

4:10 - Is Inulin Safe for Hashimoto’s?

5:42 - Bugleweed, Antibodies and the Hyper Cycle

8:16 - Tackling High Homocysteine Levels

10:12 - Can Genes Flip You from Graves to Hypo?

11:48 - Is Quercetin Safe with Desiccated Thyroid?

13:28 - Natural Ways to Handle Hyperthyroidism

14:39 - Thoughts on Rife Frequencies and Healing

20:31 - Short Break

21:21 - Always Low T3 Despite Meds

22:34 - Does an Uptake Scan Change Anything?

23:06 - High Antibodies but Labs Look Good

23:41 - Treating Hyperthyroid While Breastfeeding

25:42 - Does Thyroxine Fix Hashimoto’s or Just Mask It?

26:39 - Subclinical Hyper or Something Else

28:57- Can an Ultrasound Trigger Seizures?

29:51 - HRT and Possible Thyroid Flare

31:41 - What’s Optimal Free T3 and Reverse T3?

32:57 - Can You Fully Reverse Subclinical Hyper?

33:38 - Lab Variability and Tracking Bugleweed Effects

36:51 - Healing Hyperthyroidism Without Meds

37:41 - Hoping to Get Off Levothyroxine Naturally

39:47 - Can You Take Bugleweed While on Meds?

40:37 - Is Hydrogen Water Safe with Thyroid Meds?

41:24 - Can You Take T3 on Its Own?

43:08 - Wrapping Up the Q&A

43:31 - Where to Ask More Questions

43:49 - Submit Your Questions for Future Episodes

44:00 - Podcast Outro

Mentioned In This Episode: 

Dr. Eric’ Books

• Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease 
• Amazon.com: The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet: Reverse Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease and Save Your Thyroid Through Diet and Lifestyle Changes 
• Hashimoto's Triggers: Eliminate Your Thyroid Symptoms By Finding And Removing Your Specific Autoimmune Triggers

Dr. Eric’s Podcast: 

• How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies
• How To Lower Thyroid Antibodies Part 1
• Saving Your Thyroid Through Radi

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