Over the last several years since I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, I have discovered many strategies to eliminate my symptoms and eventually put my thyroid disease into remission. Of all of those strategies, the most impactful have been those that dealt with food. Removing the foods that were toxic to my body and incorporating the ones that were healing …
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NAC for Thyroid Antibody Reduction, Detoxification and Gut Health
A few years ago, I was asked: “If the supplement police came to your house and said you had to give up all but one of your supplements, which supplement would you keep, and why?” My answer: N-Acetyl Cysteine, (also known as NAC for short), because it has numerous benefits on multiple body systems! NAC helps to reduce thyroid antibodies, supports …
Why Essential Fatty Acids Are Essential for Hashimoto’s
As the winter months are coming upon us, I want to be sure you are prepared for any thyroid changes that come with the cold. Some people swear by increasing their dose of thyroid meds for the winter, to help with internal heat production. We may also see dips in mood and changes in hair and skin… One of the secrets of cultures that survive and thrive in …
Holiday Gift Ideas: 2018 Edition
I’ve always enjoyed giving holiday gifts for loved ones, and just the same have always appreciated receiving thoughtful gifts. However, holiday gifting became tough for me as I became more health conscious. It also became more challenging for my family members who no longer knew what to give me for the holidays… In previous years, I would bake holiday …
Common Questions About Diet and Thyroid Health
Because dietary changes made such a great impact on my own recovery from Hashimoto's, I have been a big advocate of using food as a tool to heal from autoimmune conditions. I’ve also seen the healing potential that comes from removing problematic foods (goodbye, gluten!) and uncovering food sensitivities. It’s no surprise, then, that as the importance of …
Thanksgiving And Thyroid Friendly Recipes
Thanksgiving is my favorite American holiday. It’s a day to count our blessings and be thankful for all of the goodness we have in our lives. It’s a day to be with family and loved ones and prepare a feast together. My husband and I started making our version of Thanksgiving dinner right after we got married. Over the last few years, as I have changed …
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