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

In past episodes, I’ve discussed the impact of viruses such as Epstein-Barr on the immune system. The same viruses can also impact the thyroid gland, both directly and indirectly.As usual, I dove into research around this, and today I’m sharing three research studies, breaking down how they were designed and exploring the results they found.In this episode, you’ll learn what research shows about:Whether viruses are possible triggers of autoimmune thyroid diseaseThe most common viruses that were identified in patients undergoing thyroid surgeryCytomegalovirus as a causative agent of thyroiditisPeople with compromised immune systems are more susceptibleThe direct and indirect effects of COVID-19 on thyroid 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/can-viruses-directly-harm-the-thyroid-gland/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

When seeking to restore our health, we should always aim to give our bodies the best possible conditions for success.That means, regardless of your specific diagnosis or the treatment route you choose to follow, certain foundational steps must be in place.Today I’m discussing the top seven tips (and a bonus one!) you can implement in your life to support your thyroid and immune health. From diet to movement, sleep and supplementation, I’ll be sharing research, best practices, and my recommendations for further reading, tools, techniques, and products you can use starting today.I hope you’ll learn a lot, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode.To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/7-steps-to-improve-your-thyroid-immune-health-in-2023-072/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

A recent study has shown that methimazole supplemented with berberine can improve therapeutic effects for people with Graves’ disease.Does that mean those with Graves’ disease could benefit from berberine on its own as an agent that improves the gut microbiome? Based on this study, the answer seems to be yes.Today I’m diving into this journal article, sharing the details of the study itself and my key takeaways for those with Graves’ disease.In this episode, you’ll learn:How this study was designedWhich markers were being measured in the studyThe difference observed between the use of berberine with methimazole versus methimazole aloneBenefits of berberine for gut healthEvidence that intestinal microbes can contribute to the development of thyroid diseaseThe possible connection between Graves’ disease and Prevotella spp.As 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/can-berberine-increase-the-effectiveness-of-methimazole/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) has been used for years for patients dealing with opioid abuse or alcohol use disorders. As a side benefit, doctors also noticed that it helped with some immune issues, weight loss, and inflammation. Over time, LDN protocols have been developed for use in autoimmune and other conditions, and they’ve shown numerous benefits with minimal side effects.Dr. Paulvin is an innovative physician in the study of Functional Medicine, Integrative Sports Medicine, Regenerative medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation, and Craniosacral Therapy. He works with patients to not only treat but find the root cause of autoimmune issues, thyroid and hormone imbalances, digestive and gut disorders, and several inflammatory-based conditions. Uniquely combining Osteopathic Manipulation and Functional Medicine to fast-track healing, recovery, and biomechanics to progress athleticism. Synergistically utilizing eastern and western medicine, lab testing and reviews, lifestyle wellness, and manual therapy to treat injuries, inflammation patients, and optimizers are set on their path quicker.In this conversation, Dr. Paulvin and I talk about why he was motivated to explore alternative treatments, how LDN works and when it’s used, factors that go into dosage decisions, the benefits and side effects of LDN for people with autoimmune conditions, when peptides are used, the widespread misinformation around peptides, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/ldn-peptides-and-thyroid-health-with-dr-neil-paulvin/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

In my opinion, there’s no question that a thyroid hormone imbalance can be a factor in memory loss.I’ve had many patients - both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid - come to my practice complaining of difficulty concentrating and memory loss. This type of dysfunction goes beyond the simple forgetfulness that comes as we get older, but the good news is that, in most cases, it’s temporary. Today I’m sharing some research into the connection between thyroid imbalance and cognitive impairment, especially dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.In this episode, you’ll learn about:The relationship between thyroid disorders and cognitive impairmentCognitive consequences of hypothyroidismTreatments to reverse the negative cognitive effects of thyroid disordersThe association between hypo- and hyperthyroidism and Alzheimer’s diseaseWhether there’s a cause-effect relationship between thyroid dysfunction and Alzheimer’s diseaseThe role of inflammation in cognitive impairmentAs 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/can-thyroid-hormone-imbalances-result-in-a-loss-of-memory/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

Thyroid nodules are extremely common, with about 1 in 3 people having one in their lifetime.Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has been used for years for treating various issues, from tumors to varicose veins. In 2018, the FDA approved RFA for use on benign compressive thyroid nodules, finally offering many people facing thyroid surgery a good alternative.RFA offers a targeted option for long-term ablation in the nodule while leaving the rest of the thyroid completely intact. With no anesthesia, no downtime from work, and no thyroidectomy scar, it's an excellent option that we couldn’t access until recently here in the US.Today I’m excited to talk to Dr. Angela Mazza, the only provider of RFA for thyroid nodules in Central Florida. Triple board-certified in endocrinology, internal medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine, Angela D. Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU, CDE, diagnoses, treats, and manages conditions like thyroid disease and hormonal imbalance. As a Doctor of Osteopathy, she and her team take a holistic approach to healthcare based on the latest medical findings and lifestyle modifications. Together, they treat the entire person, not just the condition. Dr. Angela is a thyroid specialist who earned her ECNU certification and specializes in RFA procedures for thyroid nodules.In this conversation, Dr. Angela and I talked about why she was excited to start offering RFA, the types of patients that made good candidates for RFA, what to expect from the procedure, potential side effects, RFA versus thyroid surgery, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/saving-your-thyroid-through-radiofrequency-ablation-with-dr-angela-mazza-070/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

Since working on my new supplement line - Hepatommune Supreme in particular - I’ve been doing a lot of research on thyroid health and the liver.While most people taking antithyroid medication understand that it can put stress on the liver and cause an increase in liver enzymes, one of the recent journal articles I came across suggests that hyperthyroidism itself can cause liver dysfunction.Today I’m walking you through the journal article and digging deeper into whether hyperthyroidism can cause liver damage and specific considerations when taking antithyroid medication. In this episode, you’ll learn about:How antithyroid medication can affect the liverThe potential connection between untreated hyperthyroidism and liver dysfunctionConsiderations when taking antithyroid medicationGraves’ disease can occur concurrently with liver conditionsAs 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/can-hyperthyroidism-cause-liver-damage/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

“All autoimmune conditions are tied into trauma.” - Dr. Aimie ApigianWhile many of us categorize chronic stress as a trigger in the development of autoimmune thyroid conditions, today’s guest does not. Dr. Aimie Apigian believes that many people are being diagnosed with stress or even chronic stress when they should be diagnosed with trauma. She attributes this misdiagnosis to the way we define trauma and stress.Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD MS MPH is the leading medical expert on how life experiences get stored in the body and restoring the body to its best state of health through her signature model and methodology, The Biology of Trauma™. She is a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health. In addition to her medical training, she is also a Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition, and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders. Dr. Aimie also has many certifications in various trauma therapies.In this conversation, Dr. Aimie and I talk about what got her into this work, how her journey with healing her thyroid led to the development of her signature methodology, the difference between trauma and stress, what you can do to prepare your body for healing, the risk of being retraumatized by healing modalities, how you can help your body to heal itself, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/stored-trauma-and-thyroid-autoimmunity-with-dr-aimie-apigian-069/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

As we head into the holiday season, one question keeps popping up: “Will eating a few unhealthy foods during the holiday season prevent me from regaining my health?”The truth is, everyone is different. While some people can get away with eating unhealthy foods from time to time, others will feel an immediate negative impact.Today I’m sharing the top things you should consider when faced with the choice of eating unhealthy foods over the holiday season or on other occasions throughout the year.In this episode, you’ll learn:How people react to changes in their diet is very individualizedWhether it’s worth it to swap to alternatives like gluten-free piesConsidering how you’ll feel the day afterI’m so grateful to you for listening to my podcast, and as always, I hope you found this episode valuable. I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/thanksgiving-edition-can-eating-too-much-turkey-affect-thyroid-health/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...

While there are many contributing factors to autoimmune disorders, from environmental toxins to stress and genetics,  some factors play an undeniably larger role in their development.Today’s guest, Josie Warren, believes that when you learn how to handle your stress, your body will heal itself. Josie is an autoimmune expert who used to have Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s, and seven other autoimmune disorders, which she’s completely resolved. She now takes people down the same path of healing she has traveled.Josie is on a mission to give hope to those suffering from autoimmune disorders. Her framework centers around helping people to shift their bodies from the sympathetic to the parasympathetic by learning how to deal with life stressors. After working with many girls and women ages 8 to 74, Josie advocates for helping your body self-repair by eliminating chronic stress.In this conversation, Josie shares her story of overcoming multiple autoimmune conditions by making a single change in her lifestyle. We also discuss why you shouldn’t feel defeated by your genetics, the common root cause of all of Josie’s autoimmune conditions, why Josie doesn’t recommend restrictive diets, her top tips for managing and eliminating stress, and more. I’ll also share my take on cure versus remission and why I take a certain approach to diet and stress management. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/the-single-trigger-that-caused-josie-warrens-8-autoimmune-conditions-068/. Free resources for your thyroid health Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 ...