Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's

“I want my exercise to be efficient. I want it to be effective.” - Dr. Emily KiberdMuscle is essential to help convert thyroid hormones from T4 to T3. Unfortunately, it’s hard to build muscle for many people with thyroid conditions. At the same time, two of the biggest struggles for those dealing with hypothyroidism are chronic fatigue and losing weight.Feeding the muscle tissue with resistance training is often the best bet to tackle these issues since the more muscle we have, the more calories we burn at rest. Despite the cultural mindset of running and restricting fat intake, doing consistent resistance training and consuming enough protein can make a substantial positive difference to your health.To explore this topic further, I’m joined by Dr. Emily Kiberd today. Dr. Emily is a chiropractor, mama to Elvis and Brooklyn, and the creator of Thyroid Strong, the only doctor-designed exercise program for women with Hashimoto's to learn to work out without burnout. She has been featured in Vogue, Women's Health, Self magazine, and Fortune for her expertise in strength training, injury prevention, and ergonomics.In this conversation, Dr. Emily and I discuss the importance of exercise for individuals with thyroid conditions, her journey into helping people with muscle mass and exercise, the benefits of resistance training, recommendations for protein intake, the importance of proper form and technique, how to find the right exercise program for you, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/increasing-muscle-mass-with-dr-emily-kiberd-110/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

Carnitine is a nitrogen-containing compound synthesized in the liver and kidneys and found in certain foods we eat. Although it’s primarily in the muscle, none is manufactured there.Research has shown numerous health benefits of L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine, from managing dementia to mitochondrial and thyroid health. Today, I’m sharing some of these studies and the reasons why you may want to consider supplementing with L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine to support your thyroid.In this episode, you’ll learn about:- The difference between L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine- How L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine can help with supporting muscle and mitochondrial health and more- Dosage considerations for people with Hashimoto’s- What research shows us about the benefits of L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine in treating various conditionsAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/l-carnitine-acetyl-L-carnitine-and-thyroid-health/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

Without question, excess thyroid hormones can have a negative impact on the cardiovascular system.From elevated heart rate to atrial fibrillation, there are many cardiovascular symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism, and it’s critical to manage them alongside addressing the underlying causes of the thyroid hormone imbalance.Today, I’m going to share the potential cardiac risks associated with hyperthyroidism and what you can do to support and protect your cardiovascular and thyroid health.To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/hyperthyroidism-and-the-heart-109/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

We can learn a lot by looking at the levels and the ratio of the main thyroid hormones tested these days, T3 and T4. When both are low, the most common cause is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which occurs when the immune system damages the thyroid gland. However, if T3 is low and T4 is within the normal or optimal range, there are several factors we need to explore.Today, I’m sharing the main causes of low T3 levels in the presence of normal T4 levels.In this episode, you’ll learn about:- Main thyroid hormones that are tested- The most common causes of low T3 and T4- What’s usually below low T3 alongside normal T4 levels- Case study of my recent Graves’ patient who started with elevated levels - Optimal thyroid hormone levels I aim for with my patients- Factors that can cause a conversion of T4 to T3- The role of the liver and gut in the conversion of T4 to T3- Inflammation as a factor in thyroid disease- What you need to know about nutrient deficiencies and thyroid hormonesAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/causes-of-low-t3/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

We all have stress in our lives, whether physical, chemical, emotional, or microbial, and how we deal with that stress makes a huge difference in how our bodies respond. A lot of what we see with thyroid physiology is an adaptive response to some type of excessive stress response.Getting well is not about how many supplements you take; it’s about finding a balanced approach to diet, nutrition, sleep, respiration, and exercise. We can support thyroid recovery by identifying and reducing the underlying stressors and addressing the foundational elements of good health.Today, I’m excited to discuss thyroid physiology with Dr. Eric Balcavage. Dr. Eric Balcavage is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional medicine clinic in Chadds Ford, PA, and a nationally recognized speaker and educator on various health-related topics, including thyroid physiology, bile physiology, detoxification, oxidative stress, methylation, and chronic illness.In this conversation, Dr. Eric and I discuss his journey into functional medicine, his perspective on thyroid health, the importance of identifying and addressing underlying stressors, limitations of the allopathic approach to treating thyroid disorders, Dr. Eric’s approach to thyroid hormone testing, the role of breathing and carbon dioxide in oxygenation, why we must look at lab markers in a bigger context, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/discussing-thyroid-physiology-with-dr-eric-balcavage-108/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

Celery is an incredibly nutritious vegetable with numerous health benefits, and in recent years, celery juice has gained popularity as a cure-all remedy.While I continue to add celery to my smoothies, there are potential risks that we must also consider. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the benefits and downsides of celery juice and whether you should include it in your thyroid healing journey.In this episode, you’ll learn:- My experience with celery juice- Why you should be thinking about oxalate levels in celery juice- How I’ve reduced my oxalate intake- Whether celery juice is beneficial for thyroid health- Potential risks of consuming large amounts of celery juiceAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/can-celery-juice-benefit-thyroid-health/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

“I think mold toxicity is the biggest epidemic facing the country, if not the world right now.” - Evan BrandThe average person in the modern world spends most of their time indoors. So much has changed in the past 200 years about the material we use for our homes and the way we build, and many of these changes make us more prone to mold issues. As a result, a shocking number of us are walking around fatigued, obese, and anxious or thinking that mental illness runs in our families when, in truth, mold is a multigenerational problem.Today, I’m super excited to be joined by Evan Brand to talk about the mold-gut-thyroid connection. Evan is board-certified in Holistic Nutrition and is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and has transformed the lives of thousands of clients with his online practice by finding and fixing the root causes of fatigue, depression, anxiety, digestive, and other issues. He solved his health struggles using the same advanced lab testing strategies and protocols he now uses in the clinic. Evan offers at-home functional medicine training courses through his Functional Academy of Medicine and Epigenetics (FAME™) on gut, mold, and energy issues.In this conversation, Evan and I discuss his experience with mold toxicity, how long it really takes to recover, the connection between mold, gut health, and the thyroid, recommendations for mold testing and remediation, why it’s essential to address the sources of mold exposure, the use of binders and glutathione to support detoxification, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/the-gut-mold-thyroid-connection-with-evan-brand-107/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

Many medical professionals focus solely on managing the symptoms of Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s rather than addressing the underlying cause.Unfortunately, it's challenging to achieve true remission without addressing the autoimmune component of these conditions.Today, I’m talking about where conventional medicine focuses, the central issues that must be addressed to achieve remission, and how you can take charge of your thyroid healing journey.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Typical Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s treatment options recommended by endocrinologists- The unfortunate oversight made by most medical doctors when it comes to the autoimmune component- My Graves’ journey and being in long-term remission - How you can empower yourself when it comes to your healthAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/remission-in-hyperthyroidism-and-hashimotos-why-do-so-many-people-relapse/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

“The single biggest factor when it comes to low testosterone is the toxins in our environment that are crushing our health.” - Dr. Tracy GapinFrom toxins in our food to toxins in our water and personal care products, studies have shown that these physiological stressors are crushing thyroid function and healthy testosterone production and function. Add to that the chronic stress of our modern lives, and it’s no wonder many men suffer from hormone imbalances.Today, I’m joined by Dr. Tracy Gapin to explore the topic of men’s health in more detail. Dr. Gapin is a board-certified urologist, world-renowned men’s health and performance expert, and the founder of the Gapin Institute for High Performance Health. A thought leader,  professional speaker, and the author of the best-selling books Male 2.0 and Codes of Longevity, Dr. Gapin has over 20 years of experience focused on men’s health, human performance, and longevity.In this conversation, Dr. Gapin and I discuss the reasons behind low male hormones, the role of stress in hormone imbalances, why it’s critical to address multiple systems to correct the cycle, Dr. Gapin’s approach to hormone testing, natural ways to increase testosterone, the benefits of testosterone therapy, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/male-hormones-and-thyroid-health-with-dr-tracy-gapin-106/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric

Different individuals thrive on different diets.Whether it's the carnivore diet, the AIP diet, or something in between, choosing a restorative diet for your health can feel challenging. The important thing is to figure out what works well for your body and to address other lifestyle factors that can support you in achieving optimal results.Today, I’m sharing how the carnivore diet works and what you need to think about when it comes to diet and restoring your thyroid health.In this episode, you’ll learn:- What do you eat on the carnivore diet?- My experience with patients on the carnivore diet- Why diet alone is unlikely to be the answer- Potential benefits of a carnivore diet for autoimmune conditions- Lifestyle factors and triggers to examine for optimal thyroid health- Why I commonly recommend an AIP diet- Controversy surrounding dairy and eggs in a carnivore diet - My recommendations for individuals with sensitivitiesAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/can-a-carnivore-diet-restore-ones-thyroid-health/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts. Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel Click Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group Click Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz Click Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric