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Navigating Supplements with Hashimoto's and Autoimmunity: A Delicate Balance
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Navigating Supplements with Hashimoto's and Autoimmunity: A Delicate Balance
Unraveling the Complex World of Supplements in Autoimmune Health
In this episode of "The Hashimoto's Doctor Podcast", we're embarking on a discussion of the intricate relationship between supplements and autoimmune conditions, particularly Hashimoto's. We'll delve into the importance of scrutinizing supplements you're introducing to your routine when you have an autoimmune-prone system.
Our journey will take us through the maze of popular supplements, examining their potential impact on autoimmune responses. We'll touch upon the role of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and herbal remedies, and how they interact with the body's natural defense mechanisms. Special attention will be given to the gut's role in all of this, as we explore the gut-autoimmunity connection and its implications for supplement intake.
As we navigate this complex terrain, we'll also highlight the principles of functional medicine and its holistic approach to managing autoimmune conditions. We'll discuss the importance of a tailored supplement strategy, the role of diet, and the significance of understanding individual body responses.
Join us on this enlightening journey as we demystify the world of supplements in the context of Hashimoto's and autoimmunity. Whether you're seeking clarity on supplement choices, curious about functional medicine, or simply looking to optimize your autoimmune health, this episode promises a wealth of insights.
Promised supplement list of stimulatory substances: (big thanks to Datis Kharazain for this list; I learned it from him.)
Substances that upregulate the TH1 System:
- Astragalus
- Glycyrrhiza (from licorice)
- Melissa Officinalis (lemon balm)
- Echinacea
- Beta-glucan mushroom
Substances that stimulate TH-2
- Pine bark extract
- White willow bark
- Caffeine
- Green tea extract
- Grape seed extract
- Lycopene
- Pycnogenol
- Resveratrol
Substances that modulate both:
- Probiotics
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
- Colostrum
Substances that dampen IL-1
- Pancreatic enzymes
- Boswellia
- Turmeric/Curcumin
Facebook: The Office of Dr. Brad Shook, DC
Support Group: Greater Hickory Thyroid Support Group | Facebook
Instagram: Brad Shook, DC | Functional Medicine Practitioner (@drbradshook) | Instagram
Youtube: Dr. Brad Shook | The Hashimoto's Doctor - YouTube
Twitter: Brad Shook, DC (@shookdc) / Twitter
More: About Dr. Shook | Best Resources
Telemedicine: Application for Care - The Office of Dr. Brad Shook, DC (drbradshook.com)
156 episodes
Manage episode 376445698 series 3036451
Navigating Supplements with Hashimoto's and Autoimmunity: A Delicate Balance
Unraveling the Complex World of Supplements in Autoimmune Health
In this episode of "The Hashimoto's Doctor Podcast", we're embarking on a discussion of the intricate relationship between supplements and autoimmune conditions, particularly Hashimoto's. We'll delve into the importance of scrutinizing supplements you're introducing to your routine when you have an autoimmune-prone system.
Our journey will take us through the maze of popular supplements, examining their potential impact on autoimmune responses. We'll touch upon the role of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and herbal remedies, and how they interact with the body's natural defense mechanisms. Special attention will be given to the gut's role in all of this, as we explore the gut-autoimmunity connection and its implications for supplement intake.
As we navigate this complex terrain, we'll also highlight the principles of functional medicine and its holistic approach to managing autoimmune conditions. We'll discuss the importance of a tailored supplement strategy, the role of diet, and the significance of understanding individual body responses.
Join us on this enlightening journey as we demystify the world of supplements in the context of Hashimoto's and autoimmunity. Whether you're seeking clarity on supplement choices, curious about functional medicine, or simply looking to optimize your autoimmune health, this episode promises a wealth of insights.
Promised supplement list of stimulatory substances: (big thanks to Datis Kharazain for this list; I learned it from him.)
Substances that upregulate the TH1 System:
- Astragalus
- Glycyrrhiza (from licorice)
- Melissa Officinalis (lemon balm)
- Echinacea
- Beta-glucan mushroom
Substances that stimulate TH-2
- Pine bark extract
- White willow bark
- Caffeine
- Green tea extract
- Grape seed extract
- Lycopene
- Pycnogenol
- Resveratrol
Substances that modulate both:
- Probiotics
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
- Colostrum
Substances that dampen IL-1
- Pancreatic enzymes
- Boswellia
- Turmeric/Curcumin
Facebook: The Office of Dr. Brad Shook, DC
Support Group: Greater Hickory Thyroid Support Group | Facebook
Instagram: Brad Shook, DC | Functional Medicine Practitioner (@drbradshook) | Instagram
Youtube: Dr. Brad Shook | The Hashimoto's Doctor - YouTube
Twitter: Brad Shook, DC (@shookdc) / Twitter
More: About Dr. Shook | Best Resources
Telemedicine: Application for Care - The Office of Dr. Brad Shook, DC (drbradshook.com)
156 episodes
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