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

Microbial diversity is the holy grail of gut health, and a healthy gut is essential for achieving optimal health. Unfortunately, in our modern world, we’re losing gut diversity from an early age when our kids are exposed to multiple rounds of unnecessary antibiotics. In today’s interview, Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner Dr. Vincent Padre joins me for a comprehensive chat about the gut and why you need a personalized protocol for healing.Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, CEO/Founder of Happy Gut Life LLC, has worked as a nutraceutical consultant and spokesperson for NatureMD and is a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner with a concierge practice in New York City since 2004. He believes the gut is the gateway to excellent wellness. His newest book, The GutSMART Protocol - featuring a 14-day personalized gut-healing plan based on the GutSMART Quiz - is the culmination of years of research and clinical experience as a functional gut health expert.In this conversation, Dr. Pedre and I explore several elements of gut health, including why there’s no one diet recommendation, his approach to parasites and gut infections, why we don’t often test for leaky gut, and more. Healing your gut is vital to a healthy immune system and thyroid. I hope you learn a lot from this episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/the-gutsmart-protocol-with-dr-vincent-pedre-085/. 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

Should you avoid taking supplements before doing thyroid testing? What are the most effective ways to maintain healthy thyroid function? Can Hashimoto’s thyroiditis cause granuloma annulare? How can you regain healthy muscle mass?In this Q&A episode, I’m doing things differently and answering questions from multiple community members. I plan to do similar episodes every couple of months, so please share your questions with me by emailing info@naturalendocrinesolutions.com. I can't answer all questions, but I'll try my best to include the ones that will be relevant to the most listeners.If you have a burning question that might not be a good fit for these episodes, join my email list to learn about Facebook and Zoom events where you can ask your questions live.Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/your-thyroid-questions-answered/. 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

“Living well is the best medicine.” - Dr. Deb MatthewTestosterone is crucial in both men and women for physical health, sexual function, mood, motivation, and more. Many people who feel "off" or "not like themselves" may be experiencing a testosterone imbalance but may be misdiagnosed with depression and prescribed medication that does not address the root cause.Today I’m joined by Dr. Deb Matthew to explore the importance of testosterone in our bodies, not just for sexual health but for overall physical and mental well-being. Dr. Deb Matthew is known as the Happy Hormones Doctor, and she's a best-selling author, international speaker, educator, wife, and mom of four boys. After suffering for years from fatigue and irritability due to hormone imbalances, her quest to resolve for personal health led her to change everything about her practice of medicine.In this conversation, Dr. Deb and I discuss why testosterone is vital, the common reasons for testosterone deficiencies and why it may be elevated, the connection between testosterone levels and thyroid health, the impact of environmental toxins, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/testosterone-and-thyroid-health-with-dr-deb-matthew-084/. 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

While the thyroid gland can regenerate, it's a slow process.Part of the problem with thyroid gland regeneration is that, in most cases, people aren’t removing the underlying factor causing the damage. Without addressing these autoimmune issues, significant damage will occur over time.Today I’m sharing what we know about thyroid gland regeneration, including a few journal articles exploring different aspects.In this episode, you’ll learn:- How the regeneration of thyroid cells compares to other areas of the body- Why it’s essential to remove the damage-causing factor- Critical considerations for people with Hashimoto’s and Graves’ Disease- What research tells us about how thyroid cells regenerate- The role of adult thyroid stem/progenitor cells in thyroid regeneration- How partial thyroidectomy impacts the restorative function of the thyroid - Whether radioactive iodine hinders the thyroid’s ability to regenerateAs always, I hope you found 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/does-the-thyroid-gland-regenerate/. 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

Almost all of us are walking around with nutrient shortfalls.In the health and wellness community, we define diets based on what foods they consider good or bad. The problem is that it often leads to an increasingly restrictive approach focused on avoidance and moral judgments instead of nutrition.Recognizing these issues, today’s guest Dr. Sarah Ballantyne decided to create a resource that would help people push back against diet culture simply and logically. That’s how Nutrivore was born.Award-winning public speaker, New York Times bestselling author, and world-renowned health expert, Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD, believes the key to reversing the current epidemics of chronic disease is scientific literacy. She creates educational resources to help people regain their health through diet and lifestyle choices informed by the most current evidence-based scientific research. With Nutrivore, Dr. Sarah seeks to create a positive and inclusive approach to dietary guidance based on science and devoid of dogma, using nutrient density and sufficiency as its basic principles: nourishment, not judgment.In this conversation, Dr. Sarah and I talk about why most of us are likely to have nutrient insufficiencies, how you can apply Nutrivore principles, what Nutrivore Scores tell you, whether we should be concerned about the sugar in fruit, the importance of making sustainable changes, and more.I’ve been following Dr. Sarah for a long time, and she’s been someone I have wanted to interview since I started this podcast. I was absolutely thrilled to have this conversation, and Dr. Sarah shared many valuable insights you can apply. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/nutrient-density-chat-with-dr-sarah-ballantyne-083/. 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 people with Grave’s disease patients have been told that their thyroid gland will eventually burn out and they’ll become hypothyroid.Although this is a common concern, no quality research supports thyroid burnout. Today I’m sharing common misconceptions about thyroid burnout and the real reasons some people with hyperthyroidism become hypothyroid.In this episode, you’ll learn:- What some well-known institutions say about thyroid burnout- How the inflammation associated with subacute thyroiditis can cause damage- Why have to consider the impact of elevated antibodies in those with Graves’ disease- What happens when Hashitoxicosis is misdiagnosed as Graves’ diseaseAs always, I hope you found 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/does-the-thyroid-gland-burn-out/. 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

Your environment plays a central role in your health, and immune dysfunction is at play alongside many conditions.An allergy is an overreaction of your immune system to something in your environment, and persistent infections like Lyme tend to make your immune system hypersensitive to your world. Unfortunately, we still don’t fully understand what makes some people sensitive to particular allergens, and some countries have a wildly different rate than others.Today, Dr. Darin Ingels joins us to chat about allergies, asthma, and Lyme Disease. Dr. Darin is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. His practice focuses on environmental medicine and using diet, nutrients, herbs, homeopathy, immunotherapy, and conventional medical therapies to help his patients achieve better health.In this conversation, Dr. Darin discusses why looking at the whole person is essential, not just the infection itself. He shares his journey with overcoming Lyme, what you need to know about allergy testing, the connection between asthma and allergies, food sensitivities and gut health, natural alternatives for managing allergies, using immunotherapy to help modulate the immune system response, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/overcoming-allergies-and-asthma-with-dr-darin-ingels-082/. 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

If you have a child or teenager with hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto’s, there is hope to restore their health.Graves' disease is the most frequent cause of hyperthyroidism in children, and as an adult with a thyroid condition, there’s an increased risk that your child will develop a thyroid condition. While it isn’t common, there are unique challenges that we have to consider when it comes to children and adolescents.Today I’m sharing insights from research on Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s in children and adolescents and what I’ve seen work best in my experience working with pediatric thyroid patients.In this episode, you’ll learn about:- Graves’ disease in children and how it differs from adults- Effects of hyperthyroidism on growth and development- The reduced rates of remission in children compared to adults- What research shows about the effectiveness of long-term methimazole therapy- How frequently Hashimoto’s occurs in children- The natural course of Hashimoto’s in children and adolescents- Why thyroid levels can stay normal for years with Hashimoto’s- Early detection and treatment make a significant difference- The connection between Hashimoto’s and leaky gut- Vitamin D deficiency in children with Hashimoto’s- My experience with pediatric patients with Graves’ and Hashimoto’s- Why the whole family needs to make the changes toward optimal healthAs always, I hope you found 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/thyroid-conditions-in-children-and-adolescents/. 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

Probiotics are one of the most common supplements I recommend to patients. With their role in improving gut health and suppressing autoimmunity, probiotics can be an important supporting tool for your thyroid healing journey. Although fermented foods are an excellent dietary source of probiotics, most people don’t eat enough to rely on diet alone. That’s where a high-quality probiotic supplement comes in.Today I’m sharing a comprehensive look at probiotics to help you cut through the overwhelming number of probiotic supplements available. I’m talking about food sources of probiotics, the conditions that probiotics can help with, what to look for in a probiotic supplement, the impact of probiotics on thyroid health, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/probiotics-and-thyroid-health-081/. 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

When it comes to diet and autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Graves’ and Hashimotos, you hear a lot about avoiding gluten. What surprises many patients is that we also often recommend avoiding dairy.While dairy is associated with certain health benefits, there are also potentially negative consequences on your health.Today I’m sharing the top reasons I recommend avoiding dairy and what research shows about the impact of dairy on the body.In this episode, you’ll learn:Four reasons you should avoid conventional dairyHow to find out if you have a dairy sensitivityThe issues that can arise with beta-casein A1What to consider when it comes to drinking raw milkDairy alternatives to considerHow to get enough calcium without consuming dairyAs always, I hope you found 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/does-dairy-need-to-be-avoided-in-those-with-graves-disease-and-hashimotos/. 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