
EnergyMD Podcast Adrenals, Thyroid, and Insulin: The Key Hormones Behind Fatigue with Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo
Nov 26, 2025
28:34
In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo about the hidden hormone imbalances behind fatigue, and how restoring the thyroid, adrenals, and insulin response can help you reclaim your energy. Dr. Ritamarie is the founder of the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology and an internationally recognized leader in functional health. A Doctor of Chiropractic with certifications in Acupuncture, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and HeartMath, she empowers wellness professionals through her programs, bestselling books, and her podcast Reinvent Healthcare. In this episode, you'll learn:
- How to know if you have hidden energy issues (even without fatigue)
- The role of thyroid, cortisol, and insulin in chronic fatigue
- Why "normal" labs don't always mean normal thyroid function
- What intracellular thyroid resistance is, and why it matters
- The truth about the 3pm crash and adrenal dysregulation
- Why food, lifestyle, and toxicity need to be addressed first
- How genetics can explain symptoms and improve compliance
- Simple steps to transition from processed foods to energy-boosting nutrition
