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

Many people want to consume beverages other than water as part of their regular diet. I drink a couple of cups of herbal and green tea regularly and have other types of beverages at specific times. F…

“Photobiomodulation can help in many different ways, in many different demographics. It's just an amazing tool.” - Dr. Brandon Crawford

The body has many different cellular mechanisms that are turned …

Microplastics, generated from plastic degradation, persist in the environment for hundreds, even thousands of years. If current production and waste management trends continue, approximately 12,000 m…

“I was briefly medicated with T3 only, and I had an awful experience. It got to the point where I wasn't sleeping or eating.” - Pamela

While not everybody with the antibodies for Hashimoto's needs to …

What’s the protocol for hyperthyroidism with Graves’ disease and H. pylori? How many cruciferous vegetables can you eat if you have hypothyroidism? For a person with Graves’ disease, is it possible t…

Lowering or normalizing thyroid antibodies is not always easy, but it is very possible.

Healing the gut is essential in lowering and eventually normalizing the thyroid antibodies associated with Grave…

Are there any natural treatments to shrink a goiter? What will shrink thyroid nodules? When is a biopsy needed for a thyroid nodule? What do I need to know about thyroid antibodies? How does menopaus…

Numerous studies suggest that viruses, bacteria, and other microbes can contribute to the development of autoimmune conditions. However, much like environmental toxins, infections are often an overlo…

While there are exceptions, it’s very common for people with hyperthyroidism to experience an increase in appetite. When I dealt with Graves’ disease, I had a voracious appetite. On the other hand, t…

“When I found out I was pregnant, I thought this child was doomed to the same condition and horrible experiences that I had. But I realize it's not always the case.” - Katy

Graves' disease can be a pa…

As we approach the end of the year, many people start thinking about cleaning up their diet and improving their health in the new year. For some, that means incorporating a liver detoxification progr…

Environmental toxins (natural) and toxicants (synthetic) are a huge problem in modern living. Every day, we’re bombarded by these external factors, and in most cases, our immune systems can mitigate …

You’ve tried it all—traditional psychiatry, medications, even alternative spiritual practices, yet the symptoms seem to intensify.

What if your doctor told you to simply cope with your condition for t…

Low white blood cell count, also known as leukopenia, is a common finding in many people, including those with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. There are five types of white blood cells - n…

“Sleep is passive; we can't force it. If the body is safe to relax, it will eventually sleep.” - Annika Carroll

Many people experience sleep issues, and there are a number of different factors that co…

The three main types of thyroid antibodies are thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies, and thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI). Although it’s rarely mentioned, there is a…

Emotional and physical stressors can be contributing factors in the triggering of thyroid autoimmunity in two main ways. First, stress causes an increase in pro-inflammatory cytokines, which promote …

Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can affect the health of the bones, which is yet another reason why it's crucial to balance the thyroid hormones. While I’m not a big fan of radiation exposure…

Iodine is a critical nutrient for thyroid function, yet there is a lot of controversy around iodine and thyroid health. Unlike other nutrients, iodine is selectively taken up by the parts of the body…

Sticking to a healthy diet during the holiday season can be challenging. Between cravings to indulge in unhealthy habits and the desire to avoid awkward social situations, it can feel easier to stick…