When I work with clients that have thyroid issues, one of the first suggestions that I make to them is to remove toxic chemicals from their environments. Toxic chemicals can be the initiating factor that can cause autoimmune diseases, such as, Hashimoto's. It can, also, be why women can't seem to get better once they [...]
The immune system is your body’s protector against germs and viruses that can make you sick. Immune system action involves lots of complicated pathways, but in general, it works through the production of antibodies. Antibodies are produced to “fight” and rid the body of foreign invaders. But what happens when the immune system isn’t in [...]
I commonly recommend adaptogens for my clients who are trying to reverse their thyroid conditions. Most women with thyroid issues have different forms of stress that they need to manage in order to have success managing their thyroid condition. You may hear the word ‘STRESS’ and immediately think of the mental and emotional aspects along [...]
Once my clients have reversed their thyroid conditions and are feeling like themselves again, they have the energy to get back into routine exercise again. My clients often ask me about cardio and resistance training, so I'm going to break it down in this article today. When it comes to exercise, there has long been [...]
I tell my clients that have Hashimoto's to remove dairy, corn, and soy right away when we begin working together because they are highly sensitive foods. Today, I want to discuss corn specifically and why it is not something that should be consumed. Like gluten, corn - and its many derivatives are in everything. No [...]
The abnormal levels of hormones amongst women can wreak havoc and can have a negative impact not only on the person suffering from such condition, but also to people who are around her. Mood swings, for instance, can affect the way a woman treats people in her surroundings. From monthly period to menopause, it is [...]
Remember when Grandma would always have a big pot of broth or stock simmering, filling the kitchen with the enchanting aroma of chicken soup? Well, move over dehydrating, overstimulating afternoon coffee – because there’s a new “addiction” in town! Not only does a cup of hot broth provide good “warmth factor”, but when prepared through [...]
Picture this: You hit the snooze button one too many times, had a last minute project thrown at you at work, and then sat in an hour of evening traffic. Finally home, you breathe a sigh of relief, head into the kitchen, and decide you deserve a snack after the day you’ve had. Maybe you [...]
Losing weight is often a challenge with hypothyroidism because fatigue will get in the way of regular exercise. However, when it comes to managing your health and your weight, it’s no secret that exercise and sleep are huge factors. I am going to provide some tips today to help you better manage sleep and get [...]
Your physical appearance can tell you a lot about your internal health. Hypothyroidism can affect the hair, skin and nails. It can cause hair loss and thinning of hair, dry, brittle nails, itching of the skin and dry skin. This article will include suggestions to improve hair, skin, and nail quality through proper nutrients. Most [...]
