Dr. Elizabeth Boham, a functional medicine expert specializing in thyroid health, uncovers the hidden impacts of thyroid dysfunction on fatigue, weight gain, and mood disorders. She discusses the critical need for comprehensive thyroid testing and the intricate relationship between thyroid health, toxins, and nutrition. The conversation delves into the limitations of conventional treatments, advocating for a holistic approach that includes diet and lifestyle adjustments. Discover how stress and nutrient deficiencies can exacerbate thyroid issues and learn actionable strategies for optimizing thyroid function.

Dr. Elizabeth Boham shares her journey with breast cancer, ways to reduce cancer risk, and natural approaches to ADHD. Topics include MTHFR mutation, balancing blood sugar for cancer prevention, continuous glucose monitors, gene variations' impact on health, nutrition for mental health, and lifestyle factors' influence on well-being.

Dr. Elizabeth Boham discusses how dairy can cause digestive problems and other symptoms, including sinus issues, skin issues, headaches, and autoimmune issues. She explains how to determine if lactose in dairy is a problem for you and shares how she works with patients to identify underlying health issues. The podcast also explores lactose intolerance prevalence, factors contributing to its onset, and alternative sources of calcium for those who cannot tolerate dairy. The negative effects of consuming dairy on health, such as its lack of benefits for bone health and contribution to allergies, autoimmune diseases, and cancer, are discussed as well.

Dr. Elizabeth Boham discusses bloating as a sign of gut imbalance, caused by dysbiosis, food intolerances, bacterial overgrowth, and stress. She shares a case study and the protocol that helped a 35-year-old man. The chapter explores different approaches to treat dysbiosis, histamine intolerance, and SIBO testing. It advocates for a functional medicine approach to effectively address gut healing and repair.

Dr. Elizabeth Boham, an expert in women's hormonal imbalances, discusses the prevalence of hormonal imbalances in women and explores the factors that contribute to them. They question the safety and effectiveness of prescribing birth control pills to address symptoms. The podcast also covers the relationship between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk, as well as the underlying causes of hormonal imbalances and lifestyle interventions to restore balance. The importance of women taking charge of their hormone health and well-being is emphasized, along with the correlation between hormones and stress management, sleep, and self-care.