If you’re a woman, it’s likely that you’ve experienced a urinary tract infection (UTI) at some point in your life. Some of us might even experience them more …
The Thyroid and Fertility
Around the time of my Hashimoto’s diagnosis at age 27, before I had recovered my health, I had markers and symptoms of premature ovarian insufficiency. I had …
Why Women Have More Thyroid Disorders: The Izabella Wentz Safety Theory
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 …
14 Ways Birth Control Pills Rob Us of Our Health
At the time I was first diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, I knew that I was not yet ready to start a family. With my health being less than optimal, it was obvious to …
Solutions to Increase Low Libido in Those with Hashimoto’s
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 …
Estrogen Dominance as a Trigger for Hashimoto’s
Over the years of working with people with Hashimoto’s, it has become clear to me that there is a strong relationship between sex hormones and thyroid hormones. …
