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 symptom people seldom seek help for: the very common symptom of low libido (low sex drive). In general, libido concerns are something we keep to ourselves. Talking about sex makes us blush and isn’t really …
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How Avoiding Soy Can Benefit Hashimoto’s
There is a lot of controversy on the subject of soy — some people believe it’s a cheap, nutritious source of protein, as long as it’s organic or fermented; others believe it’s great for hormone balancing. However, soy may not be good for those with Hashimoto’s — in fact, it may actually be preventing you from healing. Soy blocks the activity of the TPO …
Using Essential Oils to Combat Stress and Balance Thyroid Hormones
In recent years, there has been a spotlight on using essential oils as a tool to support everything from stress relief, to immune protection and sleep aid. Though they have been used for millennia, the science behind essential oil use is becoming better understood, and their application for a variety of ailments and conditions is becoming more and more …
How Healing a Leaky Gut Can Help Hashimoto’s
Did you know that about 90 percent of all health issues can be traced back to the gut? Making dietary changes and addressing my gut health was the most transformative step I took on the road to my own Hashimoto’s remission. I had been experiencing bloating, stomach pains, irritable bowel syndrome, and acid reflux for quite some time — in addition to …
Mindfulness & Meditation for Thyroid Health
When I set out on the road to recovery from Hashimoto’s, I invested countless hours in finding the right diet, experimenting with supplements, and adjusting my medications to feel better. And for a long time, those things worked! I had more energy, my hair started to grow back, my acid reflux went away, and I found myself more productive than ever. I even …
How Veggie Enzymes Can Help You Feel Better After Meals
One of the key “aha” moments on my road to recovery from Hashimoto’s came when I decided to try taking a betaine with pepsin supplement to support protein digestion and woke up the next morning with more energy than I had felt in a decade! As I’ve delved more into the world of food pharmacology (food as medicine), I’ve come to realize how important proper …
How to Succeed on a Thyroid-Friendly Diet
As the new year begins, many of my readers will start focusing on their New Year’s resolution. Often times, they vow to themselves that they will practice self-care and improve their health. Are you one of them? Perhaps your decision to better your health includes making dietary changes — like removing gluten, dairy, soy, and your personal food …
New Year, New Plans to Optimize Thyroid Health
I love this time of year… the holidays are an amazing opportunity to slow down and relax with family, as well as reflect on the past and future. Plus, the new year is always a great time to start fresh! Over the past few years, my readers, clients, colleagues, team members and family have helped me evolve in so many ways as a human being, healer, friend, …
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 …
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