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In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, I dive deep into a fascinating and often overlooked topic: the potential link between parasitic infections and conditions like Hashimoto’s, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and chronic hives. I want to shed light on how understanding gut health can be a game-changer for managing thyroid-related issues.
I talk about the “three-legged stool of autoimmunity” concept, which suggests that in order to develop autoimmunity, these three factors must be present: genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and intestinal permeability. I’ve seen many clients find relief from thyroid symptoms and even get into remission after addressing symptoms from this perspective.
Tune in to learn about:
- Potential links between parasites and Hashimoto’s – How infections like Blastocystis hominis may contribute to autoimmune conditions, IBS and hives.
- The three-legged stool of autoimmunity – Genetic factors, triggers, and leaky gut are key factors with autoimmune disease.
- Testing for gut infections – Learn about what tests you can take to help you uncover some key infections and other gut issues.
- Treatment options – Learn about conventional and natural approaches to treating parasitic infections and restoring gut health.
This episode is packed with valuable insights that I hope will inspire and empower you on your thyroid health journey – please give it a listen and share with your friends!
Freebies
- FREE Hashimoto’s Root Cause Book — Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause – just pay shipping! (U.S. shipping addresses only.)
Supplements Discussed
- Rootcology S. Boulardii
- Rootcology’s Spore Flora
- Rootcology Berberine
- Rootcology Betaine with Pepsin and Systemic Enzymes
- Oil of Oregano from Pure Encapsulations
Other Tools and Resources
- GI Map Test for a comprehensive analysis of your gut health – You can order the GI-MAP test yourself online through my Rupa portal or my testing portal at DirectLabs®. This also tests for pancreatic function via a test called fecal elastase.
- The Gut Zoomer test from Rupa Labs analyzes over 300 microorganisms in your large intestine and tests for parasites.
- Blasto Research Foundation
- Para Wellness Research
- Eradication of Blastocystis hominis prevents the development of symptomatic Hashimoto’s thyroiditis: a case report
- Improving Hashimoto’s thyroiditis by eradicating Blastocystis hominis: Relation to IL-17
Books and Articles About Thyroid Health
- Is Blasto Behind Your Hashimoto’s, Hives and IBS?
- Pancreatic Elastase, Fat Digestion and Hashimoto’s
- 6 Root Causes Behind Leaky Gut and Autoimmunity
- How to Use the GI-MAP Test to Find Your Root Cause
- Hashimoto’s and Graves’ Remission after Helicobacter Pylori Eradication
- The Fundamental Gut Health Protocol
- H. pylori testing and treatment
- Uncover Your Hashimoto’s Root Cause with an Elimination Diet
- Infections As Hidden Triggers For Hashimoto’s
- Hashimoto’s Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back
- Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause
This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone who wants to learn more about the critical connection between gut health and autoimmune conditions. Join me as we uncover the steps you can take to empower your health journey!
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About the Host
Dr. Izabella Wentz
Dr. Izabella Wentz is a compassionate, innovative, solution-focused integrative pharmacist dedicated to finding the root causes of chronic health conditions. Her passion stems from her own diagnosis of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in 2009, following a decade of debilitating symptoms.
Dr. Izabella Wentz has written several best-selling books, including the New York Times bestseller Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause, the protocol-based #1 New York Times bestseller Hashimoto’s Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back, the Wall Street Journal bestseller Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology: Nutrition Protocols and Healing Recipes to Take Charge of Your Thyroid Health, and her latest book, Adrenal Transformation Protocol.
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