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If you have hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease, toxic multinodular goiter, etc.) or Hashimoto's thyroiditis and are looking to do everything to save your thyroid gland, then the Save My Thyroid podcast is for you! Dr. Eric Osansky DC, IFMCP is the host, as he personally was diagnosed with Graves' disease in 2008 and was able to get into remission taking a natural approach. He created this podcast to help others with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's save their thyroid and regain their health. If ...
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Join Dr. Kristi Tompkins as she explores and shares the unlimited ways you can advance and up-level your health and your life. With a heaping dose of curiosity, engagement, and laughter, we’ll integrate the strengths of Functional Medicine, Mind-Body Healing and Transformational Coaching. Be inspired, motivated, and empowered to create a life you love and become the person you most want to be.
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What’s the connection between insulin and thyroid disease? Is high cholesterol in any way a result of low thyroid issues? Does 5G radiation affect the thyroid? How do I know if I have any chance to live normally and without the use of thyroid medication? Today, I’m back with another Q&A episode, answering multiple questions submitted by the Save My…
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Healing your thyroid when it comes to conditions like Graves' disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis starts with finding and removing the autoimmune thyroid triggers that are impacting you. According to the triad of autoimmunity, three components are necessary for autoimmunity to develop: genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and a leaky gut…
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Although most viruses don’t directly trigger autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Graves’ disease or Hashimoto’s, certain types of viral infections can play a role in developing these conditions. This can happen via a number of different mechanisms, including molecular mimicry and direct bystander activation. In my practice, I’ve seen numerous pat…
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Today, we’re doing things a little differently. In the very first Save My Thyroid Audit, I’m chatting with Reghan, a college senior recently diagnosed with Graves’ disease, and I’m sharing practical advice to help her improve her health. Reagan's journey with Graves' disease began with a lengthy diagnostic process involving multiple doctors and tes…
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Some people with Graves’s disease can experience episodes of intense and sudden episodes of anger, irritability, and emotional instability, known as Graves’ rage. This is mostly due to the excess production of thyroid hormones, which can affect mood, although other factors can also play a role. Today, I’m sharing what exactly causes Graves’ rage, h…
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“In general, I see more sicker kids and a lot more autoimmunity than I saw early on.” - Dr. Roy Steinbock Thyroid conditions in children are often missed since getting a diagnosis is much less straightforward than for adults. Unlike adults, where screening follows a much more standard pattern, children don’t typically undergo annual testing, especi…
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According to the Triad of Autoimmunity, three components are necessary for autoimmunity to develop: a genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and a leaky gut. This is why grains such as oats and rice are excluded from an autoimmune paleo and a standard paleo diet. While you don't need to eat grains to get the nutrients that you need, they c…
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“If you want to change your health radically, you have to radicalize what you’re doing on a day-to-day basis.” - Juanique Grover 70 to 80% of your immune health is your microbiome, and our modern lifestyle does not support gut health very well. In infancy, most American babies' first foods typically consist of some types of cereal or wheat products…
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Whether you are dealing with Graves’ disease or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, there is an autoimmune component that must be addressed to reverse these conditions. When we consider that approximately 70-80% of immune system cells are located in the gut, it becomes clear that a healthy gut is necessary for healing most autoimmune conditions. Today, I’m di…
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“Thyroid disorders are very prevalent, especially in women.” - Dr. Lorraine Maita What you eat and drink, how much you sleep, how much you exercise, the stress you're under, and the toxins you're exposed to all affect your thyroid and hormones. We often underestimate the impact of our lifestyle on our health, but especially for women, the level of …
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A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland commonly caused by issues such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, insulin resistance, problems with estrogen metabolism, and iodine deficiency. While it is possible to shrink a goiter, there are a number of factors to consider. Even though my goal is to save as many thyroid glands as possible, there …
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An essential aspect of the thyroid healing journey is identifying and addressing the root cause of your hyperthyroidism. But while doing that, it’s also necessary to safely manage the associated symptoms, as additional complications can arise when they’re left untreated. From cardiovascular stress to decreased bone density and more, the consequence…
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According to a recent study, about 33% of women over 18 and more than 10% of men over 40 in Europe and the United States dye their hair. Because hair dye is so commonly used, many of my patients have questioned its impact on their health. Even with the increasing availability of plant-based hair dyes and the wide range of dyes - whether permanent, …
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“It's amazing when we get back to the basics, how well our body takes over and knows what to do to heal.” - Heather Gray When it comes to Lyme disease, many people are laser-focused on treatment instead of optimizing the whole person. But if you don't address the foundations, heal the gut, reduce your toxic load, do things to manage stress, and imp…
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While yeast is a normal part of your gut flora, issues can arise when its population gets too high. I commonly see Candida overgrowth in my patients with Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s, with the most well-known species of yeast in the gut being Candida albicans. Research shows that Candida can contribute to an increase in intestinal permeability, …
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“Focus on what you need to add into the diet rather than what you need to take out.” - Louise Digby Many people focus on diet and exercise when they want to lose weight. However, especially when it comes to stubborn weight, focusing on our health and addressing underlying imbalances gets way better results than eating less and exercising more. Inst…
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There are many factors to consider when choosing a natural healthcare practitioner. From their specialization to their credentials and years in practice, there’s a lot to navigate as a patient or client. A practitioner’s experience can significantly affect your health outcome, but the quality of that experience matters. Today, I’m sharing the key f…
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“There is no survival advantage to screening with mammograms.” - Dr. Jenn Simmons For over 50 years, healthcare providers have told women how important it is to have a mammogram every year after a certain age. With mammograms positioned as the primary screening tool for breast cancer, these annual visits are dutifully maintained for years in the ho…
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Thytrophin PMG is a supplement from Standard Process® that contains bovine thyroid PMG™ extract and a proprietary Protomorphogen™ blend. It’s been around for many years, and it's not uncommon for me to encounter patients who have been supplementing with it. In theory, Thytrophin PMG is supposed to act as a decoy for the immune system to attack the …
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Thyroid care is complicated, yet we’re often offered a one-size-fits-all approach by conventional medicine. Thyroid medication is one of the most prescribed medications in the US, so many people could benefit from thyroid care done right. Unfortunately, most providers don’t understand how to diagnose thyroid conditions well, how antibodies affect t…
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Adequate stomach acid levels are vital for overall health. Stomach acid—released from the parietal cells of the stomach lining—has several essential functions, including protein digestion, nutrient absorption, and helping to keep bacteria in check. Low stomach acid, a condition known as hypochlorhydria, is widespread in those with thyroid condition…
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“Most people with endometriosis have several symptoms, not just painful periods.” - Dr. Jessica Drummond Endometriosis is a structural immune disorder that affects around one in ten women. With this condition, tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows anywhere in the body outside the uterus. Each case of endometriosis can present differently…
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Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is a prescription medication that helps to modulate the immune system and can help to treat different types of autoimmune conditions. While I don’t recommend it for all my patients, there are situations where it might be a consideration since Graves’ disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and thyroid eye disease are autoimmune …
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“There’s usually something lifestyle-related that we could improve. We don't always need a prescription or a supplement.” - Dr. Bindiya Gandhi Leptin, also known as the satiety hormone, is produced by our fat cells and is one of the main signals that tell our body whether we need to eat more or less. Balanced leptin levels help us maintain a health…
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Can you take supplements to shrink a thyroid goiter? Will hyperthyroidism progress to hypothyroidism if left untreated or vice versa? Do thyroid nodules cause anxiety and nervousness? Is it safe to take electrolytes when you have a thyroid condition? Today, I’m back with another Q&A episode, answering multiple questions submitted by the Save My Thy…
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“It makes people feel so good psychologically to know that this tool exists.” - Debbie Steinbock The elemental diet is a nutrition plan that delivers essential nutrients in their simplest form through shakes. Its goal is to give the gut a rest period to reduce inflammation and start to repair. While most people don't need to follow an elemental die…
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Vitamin D deficiency is a common issue worldwide, and most people can benefit from supplementation. That said, there’s some division among practitioners regarding what vitamin D levels patients should aim for. Today, I’m diving into the research to explore what studies show about the safety of vitamin D supplementation at different dosages and peri…
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“There’s no line separating good foods and bad foods. All foods lie on a spectrum.” - Dr. Sarah Ballantyne Food is more than energy. From vitamins and minerals to fatty acids and more, nutrients are critical in all the chemical reactions that keep us alive. To keep up with this demand, we must continuously replenish our body’s nutrient stores from …
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The main purpose of the AIP diet is to remove common allergens and foods that could negatively affect gut health. As it is a restrictive diet, eventually, the goal is to reintroduce foods. For most people, I recommend following the AIP diet for at least 30 days, but I’m often asked when the right time to start reintroducing foods is. Today, I’m sha…
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Can we really rewire our brains to overcome addiction and chronic stress? Join me, Dr. Kristi Tompkins as I welcome Dr. Jennifer Cory, an esteemed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience, who shares her profound insights into the multifaceted nature of addictive behaviors. From her unique blend of professional training and persona…
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“We want to make sure to have proper thyroid function to help maintain balanced histamine levels.” - Dr. Meg Mill Anxiety, insomnia, gut issues, and allergies. At first glance, symptoms like these might not seem to have anything in common, but when you look at them through the histamine lens, you can start to connect the dots. By addressing the roo…
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Compared to other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole, propylthiouracil (PTU) is not commonly prescribed by endocrinologists. It’s generally only prescribed in specific cases where the methimazole is contraindicated or not well tolerated. It's not uncommon for PTU to cause elevated liver enzymes, and in rare cases, that can lead to liver d…
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“Losing weight can be fun. When I lost 40 pounds, it was the most exciting moment of my life because I was loving what I was eating every day and seeing my waist shrink.” - Nagina Abdullah Many people associate diets and healthy food with restriction, deprivation, and boredom. Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case. What we eat should be about m…
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Oral health has been shown to play a significant role in overall health and thyroid health. Thyroid conditions have also been shown to impact oral health, and in my experience working with people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions, I’ve seen an increase in dental cavities, especially among patients with hyperthyroidism. Today, I’m shari…
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Could understanding the functional medicine approach to thyroid conditions transform your health? Join me, Dr. Kristi Tompkins, for an incredible conversation with Dr. Eric Osansky, a leading chiropractor and certified functional medicine practitioner, as we explore the complexities of thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. Dr. Eric shares his …
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“Heart attacks are optional, and strokes are stoppable.” - Dr. Ellie Campbell Thyroid health has a complex relationship with blood pressure. Despite common misconceptions, blood pressure issues can arise in both those with hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. The good news is that by working on the underlying root causes of thyroid conditions and st…
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Often, we’ll see an increase in thyroid hormones in those with Graves’ disease. This is due to thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI), a type of TSH receptor antibody that binds to the TSH receptors and causes the thyroid gland to release an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. For some people on the healing journey, TSI and thyroid hormone leve…
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“Lifestyle should be the first line before you consider anything else.” - Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum With less than 7% of adult Americans considered to be metabolically healthy, people are suffering like never before. Chronic diseases and neurodegenerative conditions are on the rise, and mental health is on the decline. At the same time, there’s a signi…
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When hormones are not in their free form, they travel through the bloodstream while bound to a protein. Thyroid binding globulin (TBG) is one such protein. It binds to the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Essentially, TBG ensures that these hormones reach their intended destination. Today, I’m sharing the role of TBG, the …
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Join me, Dr. Kristi Tompkins, as I open up a heartening discussion on the often-misunderstood stages of perimenopause and menopause, illuminating them as times of profound transformation and opportunity. Listen in as I draw on my 17 years of expertise in women's health and hormones to share valuable insights on how to navigate the fluctuating tides…
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“Peptides have helped a lot of patients who were feeling stuck to get to that extra 10% of wellness.” - Dr. Jen Pfleghaar Peptides are chains of around four to fifty amino acids that work with your body, turning on and off genes. Our bodies naturally produce several peptides, like insulin and oxytocin, and because of how they work, they are mostly …
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With the widespread use of mercury amalgam fillings in the past and conventional dentists' use of root canals, it doesn’t come as a surprise that many people have silver fillings, root canals, or both. Our oral health is closely tied to our overall health and mercury fillings and root canals can be potential sources of stress for the immune system.…
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“Most metabolic conditions are centered on hypothalamic dysfunction.” - Deborah Maragopoulos The hypothalamus is an important organ, but it’s difficult to understand. It acts as the central controller that’s often at the root of hormone, neurological, or immune issues, but practitioners often pay little attention to it since there’s no way to measu…
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While many people with hyperthyroidism take antithyroid medication, others prefer to use natural options for symptom management since the risk of side effects is much lower. When I dealt with Graves’ disease in 2008, I was one of those who chose to take a natural route, and bugleweed was one of the herbs that helped me significantly. Despite the lo…
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Struggling with the scales of work-life balance, I discovered that my own pursuit of wellness was more than just a personal goal—it was a calling. That's what makes Dr. Christiane Schroeter's insights in our latest episode so magnetic. She unveils her path from confronting health obstacles to embracing a holistic wellness philosophy, infusing her e…
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“If you know your genetics, you know your ideal.” - Dr. Sam Shay Methylation is an extremely important biochemical process essential for numerous bodily functions. The MTHFR gene was one of the first genes identified and available for testing to the public, so many practitioners and patients have become hyper-focused on methylation when it comes to…
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What can you do about hyperthyroidism-induced hair loss? Are skin issues common with Hashimoto’s? Does Graves’ disease affect your teeth? Today, I’m back with another Q&A episode, answering multiple questions submitted by the Save My Thyroid community. While I can’t get to everyone’s questions every time, I love creating these for you, and I’ll do …
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Optimized thyroid hormones are a critical component of healthy gut function. They play a crucial role in stomach acid production, bile acid production, and the release of pancreatic enzymes and bile into the GI tract. Bile’s functions extend far beyond digestion. Produced by the liver and concentrated in the gallbladder, bile plays a pivotal role i…
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Many people with hyperthyroidism experience a decrease in muscle mass, primarily as a result of elevated thyroid hormone levels. At the same time, many people with Hashimoto’s can also benefit from increasing muscle mass. Whatever the underlying issue, a combined approach that includes nutrition and lifestyle factors is essential when it comes to b…
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Unlock the secrets to holistic well-being and step into your power as I sit down with the transformative healer, Dr. Brandy Victory. Our inspiring conversation will guide you on a journey from the structural foundations of chiropractic medicine to the expansive realms of holistic and shamanistic healing. Dr. Brandy's personal voyage through her own…
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