New Year, New Goals 2026

Wow… do the years just fly by! I can’t believe that it’s been over 10 years since I started the thyroidpharmacist.com blog in 2013, and now, 2025 is almost over. 🙂

Around this time of year, I’m very introspective and love to plan for the future. My husband and I write an annual Christmas letter, and we tend to slow down and gather with family and friends. I love this time of year and think of it as an opportunity to reflect, let go of the past, dream, and plan for the future.

As we head into New Year’s Eve, I wanted to send a quick note to wish you a happy and healthy New Year, as well as share a few updates!

Personal Note

If you’ve been following me for a bit, you may know that I started the thyroidpharmacist.com website after getting myself into remission from Hashimoto’s back in 2013. I left my job as a public health pharmacist to focus on spreading the word on how to heal from Hashimoto’s full time later that year, and have been on an incredible journey, going from a conventionally trained pharmacist working in corporate, eating the Standard American Diet and dealing with exhaustion, anxiety, and daily pain, to someone that began following her own path.

I focused on root cause medicine to heal myself. The passion for my own healing (plus the extra energy after I shed the fatigue), led me to create a whole host of innovative resources for others with Hashimoto’s!

Since that time, I have lived in four different states (Illinois, Colorado, California, and now Texas), two different countries (a year in the Netherlands and even short bouts in Poland), and have become a mother. I have also helped clients and family members overcome some unique health challenges, and have even faced some challenges myself.

My understanding of the world, thyroid illness, and how to heal has certainly evolved since that time, and you may have seen some glimmers of me sharing my various insights in my articles, social media posts, and podcasts. 🙂

2025 was a big year for me, personally and professionally. You may remember me mentioning that I underwent a procedure known as ovarian rejuvenation for premature ovarian dysfunction, after which my cycles normalized, even without using hormones. I was also working to balance my hormones in other ways, and shared a bit about my fertility journey. My son had been asking for a sibling (and for a puppy)… and in early 2025, we confirmed that one of those would become a reality!

Our daughter Lillianna Avery joined our family in November. Baby Lilly has been such a sweet addition, and I am soaking it all in as best as I can!

For those of you asking about my fertility journey being over 40 with Hashimoto’s and premature ovarian insufficiency, I will be sharing more on my podcast sometime next year, which leads me to my next 2025 highlight – the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations Podcast officially launched on March 16th, 2025.

There are now 79 episodes available, covering all things Hashimoto’s and other important health topics such as perimenopause, gut health, fertility, sleep, weight loss, natural beauty, cardiovascular health, and more!

Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes coming in 2026 (and check out all the insightful episodes from 2025)! Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations is available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

Lastly, I’m excited to share with you that I turned in my final manuscript earlier this year, and my latest book IBS: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome will officially be released on March 17th, 2026!

Most people with Hashimoto’s have some degree of intestinal permeability, which can be a powerful trigger for autoimmunity! Yet, most of us were never told about it. At best, we are told that we have IBS. Some of us might even think that it’s normal to have stomach aches, diarrhea, and constipation.

While conventional medicine may label symptoms as “IBS” and prescribe a medication or two, this diagnosis is often a catch-all term that overlooks underlying imbalances that drive symptoms, intestinal permeability, and autoimmunity – ones that can be identified, addressed, and resolved.

I wrote this book because I believe in root cause healing, and I want to help you learn how to uncover the true source of your symptoms and create a personalized healing plan to restore your gut and your life.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• How digestive symptoms drive autoimmunity – they often show up 5-15 years before an autoimmune diagnosis
• What normal digestion really looks like
• Potential root causes behind IBS symptoms
• How to utilize targeted nutrition strategies
• How to restore microbial balance
• How to prevent and resolve various conditions that are driven by intestinal permeability (including Hashimoto’s)

Whether you’ve been struggling with Hashimoto’s for many years or you were just diagnosed (and even perhaps received an IBS label), I hope my comprehensive guide to figuring out the root causes of gut issues will help you heal!

It is available for preorder now, and as a thank you for supporting my work, I will send you some very special bonuses, including an exclusive preview chapter on inflammatory bowel disease, a Gut Symptoms Solution Guide, and my Figuring Out Food Sensitivities Guide. Find more info and submit your proof of purchase to get these preorder bonuses here.

New Articles in 2025

• OCD and Hashimoto’s: Did you know that obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common anxiety disorder for people with Hashimoto’s? This article explores the link between Hashimoto’s (elevated thyroid antibodies) and OCD, and the root cause approach to addressing OCD.

• How to Use the GI-MAP Test to Find Your Root Cause: This new article dives deep into this stool test, summarizing the pros and cons, sharing the best way to collect your stool to get accurate results, and walking you through the interpretation of the test. It is the follow-up article to the Common Hashimoto’s Patterns Seen in the GI-MAP Test article.

• 9 Sneaky Thyroid Toxins: In this article, I share nine sneaky thyroid toxins that could be affecting your thyroid health and, more importantly, how you can minimize your exposure and swap for products with cleaner ingredients.

• How to Reduce TSH Naturally: Drawing on years of my personal research and experience, this article outlines evidence-based strategies to help people reduce TSH naturally.

• The Thyroid and Fertility: This article explores how the thyroid influences fertility, what to consider in the preconception period, how to support the thyroid during pregnancy, as well as postpartum thyroid considerations and how to support your thyroid while breastfeeding.

• The Connection Between UTIs and Hashimoto’s: E. coli (the bacteria that can cause UTIs) is becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotic treatment, making UTIs more difficult to treat. This article explores whether there is a connection between UTIs and Hashimoto’s, and my foundational approach to treating and preventing them.

• What You Need to Know as a Breastfeeding Hashi’s Mama: Over the years, I’ve gotten lots of questions from my Hashi’s mama community about breastfeeding. Women want to know whether their Hashimoto’s might be causing their difficulties with breastfeeding. They also want to know about the safety of different types of medications and supplements while lactating, including concerns relating to taking thyroid hormone medication itself. This article addresses all of this!

• Intestinal Permeability, Autoimmunity, and the Hashimoto’s Connection: If you’ve tried everything to manage your thyroid symptoms without seeing improvement, if you struggle with gut issues, or if you have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you don’t want to overlook the role of intestinal permeability. This article explores the connection between intestinal permeability and autoimmunity, and how to begin healing.

• Healing Food Sensitivities: My understanding of and approach to food sensitivities has evolved over the years. In this article, I dig into the connection between food sensitivities, intestinal permeability, Hashimoto’s, and IBS, with an updated understanding of how food sensitivities develop, and how to address their root causes (often improving other conditions in the process).

Podcast and Social Media

Some of my readers have expressed that they don’t like to read. 🙃 I have plenty of ways for you to learn more about thyroid healing, whether you enjoy listening or watching, deep dives or quick clips!

• Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations Podcast: I officially launched my podcast in March, and I’ve been incredibly fortunate to sit down with so many brilliant guests already! In case you want to catch up before new episodes come out in early 2026, check out the podcast on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. (You can also find show notes for each episode on my website.) Reversing Hashimoto’s with Nutrition was my most popular episode this year!

• If you’re looking for quick tips or videos: Join me on Instagram and TikTok for quick tips and behind-the-scenes lifestyle hacks (in IG stories) and recipes, like my gluten-free pierogi. You can also come say hello on Facebook, where I occasionally host live videos.

Rootcology Updates

Rootcology has grown and changed quite a bit over the last few years! We transitioned to a new inventory management system and warehouse in 2024, and we’ve been slowly updating our packaging and branding. We also worked on improving existing formulations, and released a few new products in 2025!

• Product updates: Several products received formulation upgrades for improved potency, bioavailability, and flavor, but rest assured that each product meets the same high standards Rootcology has always had. (If you haven’t tried the new natural mixed berry flavor of Magnesium Citrate yet, I highly suggest you do!) Along with those updates, and our efforts to ensure that you have the best experience possible in utilizing Rootcology’s supplements, you may have noticed some changes in capsule size, as well as some minor updates to the information on the label (for example, storage recommendations, general precautions, as well as other ingredients – due to new hypoallergenic ingredient sources).

• Branding updates: Rootcology has a new look! Actually, it’s more of a return to our roots from when we first launched in 2017. We are still in the process of updating all products to a new look, including switching from glass containers to white plastic containers (to avoid broken glass shipping mishaps) and a fresh, clean look.

I’m thrilled about these changes, and continuing to ensure that Rootcology’s high-quality and effective supplements reach those who need them, and are a helpful and reliable tool on your healing journey.

We released three new products this year, all of which I am very excited about!

• Thyroid Conversion Support: Thyroid Conversion Support is a specialized blend of nutrients and herbs designed to promote healthy biosynthesis of thyroid hormone, including the conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3).*

• Broad Spectrum Enzymes: This is a complete digestive support formula in an easy-to-take chewable tablet. This blend contains a comprehensive array of enzymes that assist in the breakdown of proteins, peptides, fats, carbohydrates, sugars, and plant fibers, supporting healthy digestion, absorption, and utilization of nutrients, and promoting intestinal comfort.*

• Benfotiamine: Benfotiamine is a fat-soluble form of thiamine (vitamin B1) that exhibits greater bioavailability than water-soluble forms, and may help to maintain optimal thiamine levels in the body. Thiamine plays an important role in the natural process of converting carbohydrates into energy. It also supports the digestion of proteins and fats, and helps to maintain the proper release of hydrochloric acid in our stomach.*

We also introduced the Power Trio Variety Pack. The Power Trio bundles all three of Rootcology’s premium beef-based protein powders into one irresistible collection: the first-of-its-kind, unflavored AI Paleo Protein, alongside the deliciously flavored Vanilla and Chocolate Paleo Proteins. Get ready to hit your protein goals in 2026 (and save $48.94 when you bundle!). Pro tip: subscribe and save even more!

Another thing I’m very excited about is that Rootcology has partnered with Truemed to allow you to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) on our Rootcology site!+ Here’s how it works (it’s quick and easy):

1. At checkout, select “Truemed – Pay with HSA/FSA.”
2. Take a short and private health survey. A licensed provider will review it to determine eligibility.
3. Pay with your HSA/FSA card.

For subscriptions, the process is slightly different (but still easy):

1. Complete your subscription order checkout with a regular credit card.
2. Find the button on your order confirmation page or the link in your subscription confirmation email and take the short and private health survey (must be completed on the same day of purchase).
3. If eligible, you’ll receive a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) within 1-2 days and instructions to submit your purchase to your HSA/FSA administrator for reimbursement.

I know that some people have “use it or lose it” funds that expire in just a few days. Don’t let those funds go to waste – invest them in your healing, before they expire!

What’s on the Horizon for 2026

I am so excited for the release of IBS: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome on March 17th, 2026. This book has been decades in the making, and I can’t wait to share with you all I’ve learned. As I mentioned earlier, as a thank you for preordering, I will be sending you some very special bonuses, including an exclusive preview chapter on inflammatory bowel disease, a Gut Symptoms Solution Guide, and my Figuring Out Food Sensitivities Guide. Find more info and submit your proof of purchase to get these preorder bonuses here.

I will be returning from maternity leave in early 2026, and I am looking forward to releasing a few new articles and recording new episodes for the podcast (don’t worry, we already have plenty of episodes lined up for January release!).

Working With Me

Many people ask how they can work with me, or get their questions personally answered by me (or my team). I have developed online courses – and unlike most courses, mine come with customer support and the ability to get your questions answered!

While I don’t provide medical advice via courses, I do “teach you how to fish” by giving you the tools you need to understand your labs, advocate for yourself, and take charge of your own health.

My most advanced course allows you to submit your questions and even lab results to me, so you can become an expert in your own healing. Some of my courses are live and only offered once per year, while others are self-paced, and can be purchased any time of year. (I do offer steep discounts on those courses now and then, so if you are interested in joining, be sure to stay subscribed to my mailing list if you aren’t already. ;-))

Helping others heal is truly my life’s purpose, and I am so grateful and proud of the work that my team and I are able to do to help you heal. Throughout 2025, I focused on releasing the most helpful courses I could create to help you take back your health. I am grateful that these programs have been a part of the healing journey of thousands of people with Hashimoto’s! So that you can plan ahead, I want to share a summary of some important dates in 2026:

• January 2026: I will be offering a major discount on my tried and true Hashimoto’s Self-Management Program in January. If you are ready to take back your health, I encourage you to enroll in the Hashimoto’s Self-Management Program in January, and do it at your own pace! I will be sending out enrollment links in just a couple of days.Over the last several years, this comprehensive program has had phenomenal outcomes, including the following:
  • 97% improved their knowledge of Hashimoto’s
  • 81% saw an improvement/resolution in depression
  • 80% saw a reduction in stomach pain
  • 75% saw a reduction in joint pain
  • 74% saw an improvement in fatigue
  • 73% saw a reduction in TSH
  • 71% improved their acid reflux

   You can check out the program here to learn more.

• February 2026: If I can get it ready in time, I plan to share a brand new Protocol Bundle, featuring 24 PDFs, each designed to address a specific symptom or health issue, to help you in your healing journey. This will be one of my most robust (and most affordable) options yet – I can’t wait for you to get your hands on it!

• June 2026: I will be offering my Fatigue and Brain Fog Fix in Six: Thyroid and Adrenal Edition program at a special price. I am so proud of the participants of the program who have diligently followed it and had reported the following results (in just six weeks!):
  • Brain fog – 92% improvement
  • Fatigue – 89% improvement
  • Forgetfulness – 89% improvement
  • Anxiety – 86% improvement
  • Irritability – 85% improvement
  • Sleep – 81% improvement

   Get on the mailing list here to stay updated about its release.

• September 2026: I’ll be sending out information on how you can join our Root Cause Reset Program. I created the Root Cause Reset to help people shed thyroid symptoms in two weeks via a gentle, yet targeted liver support protocol that is focused on toxin avoidance, food, and supporting detox pathways. I am so proud of the consistent results this program gets after helping people feel better in just two weeks. 🙂 This four-step process has helped thousands of people reduce symptoms. Here are some of the latest results:
  • 82% reduced weight gain
  • 80% experienced less fatigue
  • 78% improved feelings of anxiety
  • 78% reduced mental fog
  • 77% improved feelings of depression
  • 77% reduced joint pain
  • 75% reduced feelings of nervousness
  • 75% experienced less trouble sleeping
  • 74% experienced less irritability
  • 74% reduced palpitations

Initially, this program was offered in a live format twice per year, but because many of you wanted anytime access to the program, my team and I updated and revised the course to create a self-paced version.

It has been an honor to serve you, and I hope that these resources have been helpful on your journey. If you have had an “aha” moment or success story from any of them, I’d love to hear about it!

Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!

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