The Thyroid Pharmacist

APRIL 28, 2023

(I’ve shared articles on pain and will be sharing one on carpal tunnel soon as well.) While I didn’t realize this at the time, muscle wasting is indeed a symptom that is more common in those with thyroid issues. [1] Research has shown that as many as 80 percent of people with thyroid disorders also have muscle-related disorders. [2]

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MARCH 31, 2023

Of course, these medications did not get to the root cause – they were just a band-aid – and I eventually found a way to address my anxiety through the same means I had learned to address the health of my thyroid gland. In this article, I’d like to explore the connection between Hashimoto’s and anxiety.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Having learned about the connection between food and autoimmune disease, I excitedly re-tested my TPO antibodies. Soy has been linked with autoimmune thyroid disorders, and gluten-free junk foods, bread, cereals, and soy milk can have an incredibly high glycemic index. [1] I felt better, and my thyroid antibodies decreased.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MARCH 24, 2023

In this article, I’d like to dive a little deeper into: What brain fog is How brain fog is related to Hashimoto’s The connection between the gut and brain health The root cause approach to addressing brain fog What is Brain Fog? 2] Changes in hormones can also be a direct contributor to brain fog.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 14, 2022

boulardii for children near the end of the article). In this article, you will learn: What S. boulardii works so well for diarrhea is that it stimulates the release of immunoglobulins (antibodies) and messengers (such as cytokines), as well as helps immune cells to mature. Boulardii again, and started Dimitry on it as well. (4)

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Though we may not think of it very often, the health of our breasts and the health of our thyroid are deeply connected. We know there’s an association between thyroid disease and thyroid cancer. Studies have shown that Hashimoto’s patients are three times more likely to develop thyroid cancer.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 7, 2022

In this article, we’ll discuss: What stevia is. This allows for the insulin to reduce high glucose levels. In another study, it was proven that stevia also has antioxidant properties in people with diabetes because of its “free radical scavenging properties,” reducing oxidative stress and the risk of liver and kidney damage. (15).

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 19, 2022

Sure, I felt much better, and my thyroid antibodies significantly dropped with the help of nutrition, but eventually my health problems began creeping back in. I began treating my gut infections one by one, and steadily saw improvement in how I felt, along with a reduction in thyroid antibodies. Bystander Effect.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 1, 2022

Through my years of experience working with people with thyroid disease, I’ve found that food sensitivities are often a huge trigger for people with Hashimoto’s. The elimination diet, when followed for as little as three weeks, can be the key to eliminating thyroid symptoms (in some cases, you may even see results in a few short days)!

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In this article, we explore: Liver backlog and toxic overload The link between liver congestion and Hashimoto’s How to detoxify your liver How to address any “side effects” you may experience during liver support Liver Function 101 (What Does the Liver Do?) How is Liver Congestion Related to Thyroid Disease?

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

However, compromised intestinal function is almost always a factor in people with Hashimoto’s — and oftentimes, the root cause of their thyroid condition. An enzyme deficiency can, directly and indirectly, contribute to thyroid symptoms and autoimmunity. Let’s explore the thyroid and digestive enzyme connection.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 18, 2023

Turmeric can help those with autoimmunity and Hashimoto’s reduce inflammation, support the gut, and detoxify heavy metals from the body. [1] Turmeric has been an important part of Indian cooking, medicine, and religious practice for some 4,000 years. 2] Today, turmeric is extremely popular. grams can be useful for indigestion.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 7, 2023

In Part 1 of this article, How to Reduce Thyroid Antibodies , I discussed why thyroid antibodies are so important as an early warning for Hashimoto’s, what their significance is in Hashimoto’s, how to test for them, and how to properly monitor them. The antibodies test is an easy test to do.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 29, 2022

As I searched for my own root causes, I found that many people with thyroid conditions can have multiple sensitivities to environmental toxins. Studies show that various airborne particulates are linked to an array of autoimmune diseases and thyroid-related illnesses. (2-4). How airborne toxins can affect the thyroid.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Needless to say, using probiotics to heal my gut was a big part of my healing journey and became a mainstay recommendation for my clients, especially since research shows that every person with an autoimmune disorder has something called intestinal permeability, also known as a “leaky gut” – and in many cases, probiotics can help!

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JUNE 14, 2023

In honor of Father’s Day, I want to recirculate my original Men’s Health article — with some updates. This article is dedicated to all of the special men in your life. (I You may have seen this article last year, around this time — some things have changed!

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 6, 2023

In my experience with my thyroid clients with depression, we’ve had about an 80 percent success rate using the very strategies I share below. If you’re reading this, please know this: often depression can be resolved when an underlying thyroid issue is addressed. For the last decade, depression has become a distant memory for me.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Bloating, stomach pain, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and acid reflux were a part of my long list of symptoms that I experienced for almost a decade before my Hashimoto’s diagnosis. In this article, you’ll learn about: The connection between gut and thyroid health. The Gut-Thyroid Connection.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MARCH 3, 2023

In this article, I’d like to dive a little deeper into the many benefits of magnesium for those with Hashimoto’s, including: How the body uses magnesium The magnesium and thyroid connection Causes and symptoms of magnesium deficiency Conventional and natural treatment options How Does Magnesium Work in the Body?

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Have you ever chased your thyroid meds with a cup of coffee? (I Did you know that, for some people, coffee may interfere with the absorption of their thyroid medication? [1] Why didn’t anyone tell me that I’m not supposed to take my thyroid medications with coffee?” Should I avoid coffee if I have a thyroid condition?

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Flame retardants have been associated with worsening thyroid function, impacts on the immune system, adverse effects on fetal and child development, changes in neurologic function, and even cancer. [1]. In this article, you will learn: How your family is exposed to flame retardants. The flame retardant and thyroid connection.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 8, 2022

Selenium deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies that I see in people with Hashimoto’s, and research suggests that thyroid disease is linked to selenium deficiency. As an added bonus, selenium has been shown to help reduce anxiety as well. How selenium supplementation can reduce your symptoms.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MAY 19, 2023

May 25th marks World Thyroid Day! This day helps bring awareness to thyroid conditions, and acknowledges those who have thyroid disease, those who study it, and the treatments that surround it. At the end of May, I’m always looking at ways to increase thyroid awareness. Thyroid disease is prevalent throughout the world.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

DECEMBER 1, 2023

2] Vitamin D affects about 3,000 to 30,000 genes in our bodies. 3] Many diseases have also been connected to low vitamin D levels, including heart disease, autoimmune disease, depression, and recently, thyroid conditions, including Hashimoto’s. [4] 5] It plays an important role in regulating mood and preventing depression as well.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MAY 26, 2023

Over the years, I have found that many people with Hashimoto’s have issues with digestion, although they often haven’t connected these symptoms to their thyroid condition. 15] Thyroid dysfunction can also impact our metabolism, which results in pancreatic dysfunction.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

But then I got to a point where I was just so exhausted and irritable, despite taking thyroid medications and following a gluten-free diet. 3] You can learn more about the HPA axis and adrenals here in the linked article. I hope that you will find this information helpful for you and your family!

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

I was really excited that a new study has shown that aloe vera can be beneficial for Hashimoto’s – it has been found to reduce thyroid antibodies, as well as improve TSH and free T4 levels. (1). Traditionally, the plant has been used as a great household remedy to treat wounds, soothe itching, and help reduce tissue scarring.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 20, 2023

In fact, most people who are diagnosed with Hashimoto’s will present with low levels of ferritin, the iron storage protein that is important for proper thyroid function – but of course, most don’t get tested properly. 2] That’s over 70 percent! The optimal ferritin level for thyroid function is between 90-110 ng/mL.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 13, 2023

Those of us with Hashimoto’s often blame our thyroid for the many signs and symptoms we experience. It’s gotta be the THYROID! While the thyroid plays a crucial role in these symptoms and our well-being, there’s another link that’s often underestimated: the adrenal glands. Weight gain? What causes adrenal dysfunction?

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

How do you feel between 2-3 pm each day? I saw numerous doctors, and I was offered antidepressants and stimulant medications used for narcolepsy and ADHD, but no one thought to check my poor little thyroid. When I was finally diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, part of me was relieved. Supplements that can reduce thyroid fatigue.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

I recently had the pleasure of connecting with a lovely lady who was very concerned about her thyroid nodules. She was a new mom who had just given birth and found that the nodules she had on her thyroid had grown. I frequently receive these types of questions about thyroid nodules — why they happen, and what to do about them.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MARCH 10, 2023

I’ve focused a great deal on resolving this with my previous articles on resolving fatigue. I will cover the fundamentals of sleep hygiene for completeness’ sake, but if you’ve been doing ALL of the “basic” things and are still not sleeping, this article will hopefully provide you with additional root cause relief.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 26, 2022

The thyroid, carnitine, and disease connection. Carnitine deficiencies have been associated with thyroid imbalances! 22) Many of my clients, readers, and colleagues have reported that red meat consumption (the grass-fed variety of course), seemed to be a key part of their Hashimoto’s recovery. How carnitine deficiencies occur.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 14, 2022

Many improvements in symptoms — and a reduction in antibodies — can happen after addressing a Blastocystis hominis infection. In this article, I’ll cover: The symptoms of a “ Blasto ” infection. I slept until 2 pm each day, was moody, and lost so much weight; people suspected that I had an eating disorder.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Among the many symptoms of thyroid disease, there is one in particular that significantly impacts people’s relationships and overall happiness, yet it’s a symptom people seldom seek help for: low libido (low sex drive). While low libido may not seem like it would be a symptom caused by thyroid issues, it can be.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 20, 2023

That said, in recent years, studies have focused on the stress and thyroid connection, and have finally proven the consequences of stress on Hashimoto’s… and I am grateful that the many things I talked about 10 years ago are finally being proven in the research world. That’s just a part of life. We all feel stressed at times.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MAY 10, 2023

The American Thyroid Association (ATA) estimates that five to eight women are affected with Hashimoto’s for every one man. The ATA also estimates that one in eight women will be affected with Hashimoto’s or another thyroid disorder at some point in their lives. 6] (Isn’t that sweet?

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