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How Stress Wreaks Havoc on Your Thyroid (And What You Can Do About It), with Dr. Bindiya Gandhi
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Are you worried about your thyroid function? Dr. Bindiya Gandhi will reveal the solution to help you achieve optimal thyroid health and reduce the impact of stress on your body.
The frustration of experiencing ongoing symptoms despite following conventional treatment can be disheartening. But there is hope for a holistic approach to managing stress-related thyroid dysfunction and reclaiming your well-being.
Does stress feel like it's taking a toll on your thyroid health? Have you been told to simply take medication without addressing the root cause? Learn how to attain balanced thyroid function and manage stress through holistic approaches and dietary changes. Join us to discover the key to unlocking improved thyroid function and overall well-being.
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Show Notes
In this episode of Feel Freaking Amazing, Dr. Bindiya Gandhi delves into the intricate relationship between stress and thyroid health. The conversation not only sheds light on the impact of chronic stress on thyroid function but also offers practical insights into managing autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto's. Dr. Gandhi's personal journey, experiencing thyroid issues in her family, led her to explore holistic approaches that emphasize stress management and dietary modifications. Her anecdote about her mother's remarkable reduction in thyroid antibodies underscores the potential impact of diet on thyroid health.
Dr. Gandhi's expertise and relatable experiences offer a valuable perspective, making this episode essential listening for individuals navigating stress-related thyroid issues and seeking holistic solutions.
Stress and Thyroid Function
Chronic stress affects thyroid function by disrupting the conversion of T4 to T3, leading to a sluggish thyroid. This means that the thyroid is not functioning optimally and can be an early sign of thyroid-related issues. Coupled with the impact stress has on the liver's capacity to filter out toxins, managing stress proves crucial in maintaining a healthy thyroid.
Autoimmune Thyroid Management
Individuals dealing with autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto's disease need to adopt a highly personalized approach toward their health regimen, often in collaboration with an integrative and functional medicine practitioner. This primarily involves assessing and managing stress levels, given its compound effect on the thyroid, liver, and overall health. By focusing on effective stress management, people can significantly contribute to improving their thyroid function and overall well-being.
Gluten-Free Diet and Hashimoto's
For those dealing with Hashimoto's and coexisting conditions such as celiac disease, dietary considerations play a noteworthy role. Gluten, a common trigger in celiac disease, often worsens thyroid issues, making adhering to a gluten-free diet beneficial to many people. Dr. Bindiya Gandhi’s anecdote about her mother achieving a remarkable reduction in thyroid antibodies after eliminating gluten elucidates the potential benefits of dietary changes for improved thyroid function.
Listen now to start taking care of your thyroid today!
Guest Bio
Dr. Bindiya Gandhi is double boarded by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Physicians. She completed an Integrative medicine fellowship at the University of Arizona with Dr. Andrew Weil in 2016 and is currently working on her Functional Medicine Training with the Institute of Functional Medicine. Her expertise includes integrative, holistic, and functional medicine, women’s health, preventative medicine, international medicine, and health care reform. She’s also a certified yoga instructor and reiki master. She practices emergency medicine as well. She enjoys writing and educating everyone on essential health matters.
Dr. Bindiya Gandhi has helped 1000s of women in her Atlanta office and virtually get to the root cause of their weight loss and hormonal imbalances to feel like themselves again.
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