You may have heard of the term “MTHFR gene mutation” and be wondering what it is. First, I’d like to say that I prefer the term MTHFR gene variation rather than mutation. The word variation is more empowering, and in my opinion, also more accurate. While the word mutation implies an occurrence that is rare, unnatural or flawed, the MTHFR gene variation is …
Genes
Finding Your Root Cause: Key Lab Tests
I receive so many questions from my readers about which labs to get for Hashimoto’s and where to get them. Figuring out which tests you should do can be overwhelming because there’s quite a bit of information out there, and there are multiple tests that can give us an idea of our current thyroid function, as well as triggers that can reveal why the thyroid …
Which Genes are Associated with Hashimoto’s?
With the popularity of genetic and ancestry testing services such as 23andme, many people are now attempting to get a definitive “yes” or “no” answer as to whether they will get a given disease such as Alzheimer’s disease or even cancer. Many of my clients and readers ask me if there are particular genes responsible for causing Hashimoto’s. I’ve had some …
Thyroid Antibodies Part 1: An Early Warning for Thyroid Disease
We know that Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune conditions develop due to three things. Genetic predisposition is one of those. The other two, intestinal permeability and autoimmune triggers, must also be present, and they are - thankfully - things we can actually address and improve upon through lifestyle interventions. What’s common in Hashimoto’s and …
Is Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism Genetic?
Many people have asked me if Hashimoto’s is genetic, and if so, is there anything we can do about our genes? We know that there is a genetic component to developing Hashimoto’s and the condition tends to run in families. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can occur in two varieties: an organ wasting form (atrophic) associated with HLA-DR3 gene …
Reversing Autoimmunity and the Perfect Storm
Three Factors Need to be Present for Autoimmunity to Develop There is not just one event that causes autoimmunity, but instead, a series of events has to line up just right to create the perfect storm, or perfect circumstances, for developing autoimmunity. Recent advances in autoimmunity have been made by an American …
Gut, Brain, and Autoimmune Disorders
The Role of Food I had the experience of a lifetime attending “Gut, Brain and Autoimmune Disorders: The Role of Food,“ a conference sponsored by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine in Los Angeles. I felt very lucky to be among the group of 150 or so attendees that consisted of health care professionals from a wide variety of disciplines, …
6 Different Hashimoto’s Root Causes
I often get messages from people with Hashimoto’s and autoimmune disease that say “Thanks for your efforts, but I’ve already tried everything. I have cut out gluten, dairy, and soy and still have Hashimoto’s. How can your website and book (Hashimoto's: The Root Cause) help me?” While changing your diet is a really important first step that will greatly …
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