It is commonly recommended that if you are hypothyroid that you don't follow a low carb diet. This is due to lower conversion of T4 to T3 with low carb diets. First, let's explore low carb diets, and then I will give my opinion based on my work with clients on a low carb diet. [...]
In a nutshell, intermittent fasting is just that: fasting intermittently. It's limiting calorie intake during certain hours/day or days/week. It's more of an eating pattern than a diet. It limits when to eat, and not so much what to eat. And that’s part of it’s appeal to people who don’t want to count calories or [...]
A big part of turning your health around and being able to reverse your thyroid condition comes from having the right mindset. So much of health is all about habits and actions, but where do these all stem from? What if we don’t have to make as many changes as we think we do? What [...]
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that releases hormones. Thyroid hormones help your body regulate a few things - not a big deal - just the metabolism of ALL cells. And this is critical for maintaining a healthy body weight and having the energy to live your life. Thyroid Foods and [...]
There are so many things that can go wrong with the skin: dryness, redness, blemishes, etc., not to mention that hypothyroidism can cause dry skin. Healthy skin is a reflection of internal health. There are many creams and cosmetics to put on top of your skin. But, there are also lots of things you can [...]
Many women I work with that have hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's also have high blood pressure. I thought it was a topic that I should address and give suggestions for help. Guess how many people have high blood pressure? A billion! It’s said to be the “#1 risk factor for death and disability in the world.” [...]
One of the major complaints I hear from women with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's is that they are gaining weight or can't seem to lose weight no matter what diet they try. Fatigue is quite common with thyroid conditions and prevents women from having the necessary energy to exercise. What I recommend for women with thyroid [...]
You probably have heard that going gluten-free is recommended for individuals that have hypothyroidism and/or Hashimoto's. Gluten is a very reactive food. Dairy is the second most reactive food in individuals who have hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's. Therefore, eliminating dairy is something that is recommended for individuals that have thyroid problems. Eliminating dairy will help tremendously [...]
"Leaky gut" is a popular topic in the health and wellness spheres these days. It's been blamed for many symptoms and conditions that seem to be all-too-common. Allergies, intolerances, joint pain, even autoimmune diseases. like Hashimoto's, can all be linked back to leaky gut. But what exactly is leaky gut? What causes it? What kinds [...]
There are many diets that are recommended for individuals that have hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's. There is not one type of diet that will help everyone. The Mediterranean diet is a diet that could work to reduce symptoms in thyroid patients because it is known as an anti-inflammatory diet, focuses on plant-based foods, fish and other seafood, [...]
