The Dr. Westin Childs Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Westin Childs
Do you feel like your thyroid is taking over your life? Are you suffering from symptoms like weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, brain fog, or mood swings? If so, you aren’t alone.
In fact, millions of other thyroid patients in the United States and around the world suffer from the same issues. And these issues persist even in the face of normal treatment with thyroid medication!
The question is: what can you do about it?
That’s exactly what this podcast is about.
I’m Dr. Westin Childs (D.O.) a former practicing osteopathic physician and my goal is to help thyroid patients get back to feeling 100%.
Well, I actually have 2 goals:
1. The first is to help 1 million thyroid patients directly or indirectly.
And #2. To create the most comprehensive and helpful thyroid resource for thyroid patients on the internet.
I know just how debilitating thyroid disease can be and I also know that it is possible to take control of your life.
One of the biggest problems with thyroid management is that we just don’t talk about it enough.
This podcast changes that.
We are going to discuss all sorts of topics ranging from thyroid management, the use of less talked about thyroid medications, opinions on emerging treatments and therapies from leading experts, the use of natural therapies and how they fit into the conventional model, and so much more.
If you want more information aside from the standard thyroid treatment of TSH and levothyroxine then this is the place for you.
We won’t just stop at your thyroid, either.
Other topics that are relevant and important to thyroid function will be discussed including things like hormone balance, menopause, testosterone replacement therapy, and weight loss therapies.
If something helps you to better manage your thyroid, improve your symptoms, lose weight, or balance your hormones then it’s something I want to include.
For more information on me and why I do what I do check out my website here: www.restartmed.com
If you have any questions or have a topic you want me to discuss please shoot me an email on my website to submit a request in the "contact" section!
Are you part of the 30% of people with thyroid problems who may be able to stop taking thyroid medication? Certain natural supplements can support thyroid function, enhance hormone balance, and may help reduce your dependence on medications like Levothyroxine.Whether you’re dealing with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, or simply looking for natural thyroid support, these supplements can help provide your body with the nutrients it needs to function properly.What you’ll learn in this video:• The top supplements for thyroid health• How certain nutrients can affect T4 to T3 conversion• The role of iodine, selenium, zinc, ashwagandha, and more• Why you should never stop thyroid medication without proper guidance• How to support your thyroid naturally and safelyThese suggestions are meant to help you understand how lifestyle changes and targeted supplements may support your journey toward thyroid healing.If you’re looking for a safe way to get off your thyroid medication, this next video is for you: https://youtu.be/fWQy12y-iNgDid you find this helpful? If so, you’re going to love my FREE thyroid resources. Download them here: https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
You can do a lot of good for your thyroid by simply changing your diet. And this is true of all thyroid conditions but especially if you have Hashimoto’s. Eating the right foods can reduce inflammation and protect your thyroid gland. Or, it could do the exact opposite. It’s for this reason that you need to understand which foods you should be eating and which you should be avoiding. When it comes to eating the wrong foods, here’s the list to avoid: 1. Gluten. 2. Iodized salt. 3. Dairy products. 4. Soy.5. Coffee. 6. Alcohol. 7. Processed foods. 8. Refined and processed sugars. 9. Industrial seed oils. 10. Certain vegetables. If you avoid these foods you can reduce thyroid gland inflammation and you may even be able to reduce your thyroid antibody levels. And worst case scenario? Even if you don’t see an improvement in your thyroid, you will still experience benefits to your entire body. If you want to see more natural treatments that can reduce thyroid antibodies, check out this video next: https://youtu.be/ogktk0VpnTo?si=caCmanLQoYwXpFlg Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Statistically speaking, thyroid patients are more likely to be taking prescription medications for other problems like: - Depression- Anxiety- High blood pressure- High blood sugar- Weight gain- And moreThis is a problem by itself, but there’s an even bigger one: The prescription medications used to treat these very conditions can actually make your thyroid even worse. So in a real sense, you may be taking medications for symptoms caused by your thyroid that circle back to make your thyroid function (and those very symptoms) even worse. Here’s a list of medications that do this and what to do if you are taking any: Category 1. Medications that block T4 to T3 conversion. Category 2. Medications that block TSH production. Category 3. Medications that block thyroid hormone production from the thyroid gland. Category 4. Medications that block thyroid medication absorption. Don’t want to deal with these issues? Your thyroid is very responsive to lifestyle changes and making these changes can improve your thyroid and help you get off these medications for good. If you like this idea then check out this video next: https://youtu.be/MJH0NZtdKHY?si=ZLeLXAazS5SXWe2y Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Tired of feeling tired? Think that an endocrinologist is a solution to your problem? Think again. While it may seem intuitive that an endocrinologist, someone who has spent extra time studying about the endocrine system, has more specialized knowledge compared to a primary care provider, you’d be wrong. Endocrinologists do not have the specialized knowledge you think they do and tend to treat every single thyroid patient the same. Here are 5 reasons you will probably get better success with other doctors (plus which ones to see instead): Reason 1. They won’t order the right tests. Reason 2. They all treat the same way. Reason 3. They don’t have the specialized knowledge you think they do. Reason 4. They are set in their ways. Reason 5. You won’t be able to convince them to change. Instead, here are the doctors that you will probably find better results with: - Doctors who specialize in functional medicine, anti-aging medicine, integrative medicine, natural medicine, and naturopaths. Don’t feel discouraged by this information either because there are things that you can do right now to improve your thyroid. Want to learn more? Check out this video next: https://youtu.be/MJH0NZtdKHY?si=rlcpIPwYPwDNIEum Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
If levothyroxine contains thyroid hormones and thyroid hormones control metabolism, shouldn’t taking levothyroxine help with weight loss? You would think so, but that’s not what happens in the real world. Instead, we have studies and anecdotal experience that show that patients taking levothyroxine experience no positive benefits to their weight. And worse than this, some actually experience weight GAIN. But how can this occur? It has everything to do with the type of thyroid hormone found in levothyroxine and what that thyroid hormone means for the body. Levothyroxine and Synthroid contain the thyroid hormone T4, which is inactive by itself. It’s not until the body converts it into the active thyroid hormone T3 that it becomes usable. In a perfect world, everyone would be able to convert this hormone readily but that’s not the world we live in. Which is why studies show that people who take other more active thyroid hormones do experience the weight loss you’d expect to see from levothyroxine (but don’t). This doesn’t mean levothyroxine is a bad medication, but it does mean that you shouldn’t rely on it to help with weight loss. But you can get where you need to be by using a combination of thyroid hormones including: T4, T3, and T2. Recommendations for each (which mimics the healthy production of the thyroid gland) include: 80-100 mcg of T4 5-20 mcg of T3100-200 mcg of T2This combination of thyroid hormones is much more powerful than just taking levothyroxine alone and can help you lose weight with minimal effort. If this is the first time you’re hearing about T2 then make sure to check out this video next: https://youtu.be/2cL641utwn4?si=CigxA1lu4JHgO-eo Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through
BMI Calculator: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htmDoes your weight tell you anything about your thyroid? Absolutely. In fact, because your thyroid regulates metabolism, being overweight is a flashing red light that indicates you may have a thyroid problem. This is even more true for people with existing issues like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. If that’s the case, does being overweight tell you something about thyroid function? Yes! In fact, it’s a great proxy measurement. This is one big reason that thyroid patients need to keep track of their weight. But it just so happens that the most common way they measure their weight happens to be the most inaccurate. If you have a thyroid problem, you need to be tracking your weight, but you need to use the right metrics. The most accurate include your BMI and your body measurements. These will give you more useful information than your weight on the scale and will actually help you in your journey to lose weight. As you are trying to lose weight, make sure you don’t make these mistakes: https://youtu.be/vxtia4SlX7g?si=km5MEhsdAqNzHgX2 Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
It’s well known that your thyroid controls and regulates your weight through its impact on your metabolism. As a result, it’s actually very common that patients with hypothyroidism end up gaining weight. But what patients usually don’t understand is that if you gain weight from hypothyroidism, only about 10-15 pounds of that weight is directly from your thyroid. So why is it that some thyroid patients gain 30, 40, or even 50 pounds after their diagnosis? The cause for this extra weight gain has more to do with fluid than with actual fat!And because fluid levels can shift rapidly from day to day, they are often responsible for the wide shifts in weight that many thyroid patients experience. The 3 main causes of this rapid weight gain include: 1. Swelling, edema, and water weight. Hypothyroidism puts your body in a state where holding fluid is much more likely due to a condition called myxedema. This thyroid-specific condition results in the accumulation of GAGs and hyaluronic acid in your tissues which pulls in water from circulation resulting in swelling. 2. Constipation. Thyroid patients are also at risk for developing constipation and, if you aren’t having a bowel movement every day, you can start to gain a lot of extra weight from stool. 3. Menstrual problems (hormone-related weight gain)Your thyroid not only regulates your metabolism, but it also has an impact on the menstrual cycle and progesterone. Thyroid dysfunction causes a decline in progesterone which can lead to an imbalance in estrogen:progesterone and excess weight gain from fluid. If you think the weight gain from your thyroid is more related to fat mass instead of water weight then you’ll want to check out this information: https://www.restartmed.com/mistakes-hypothyroid-patients-make-when-trying-to-lose-weight/ Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or resp
There’s no question that changing the food that you eat every day can have a huge impact on your thyroid. For this reason, thyroid patients are always looking for the best diet. This search for the best diet leads a lot of them to the carnivore diet which promotes itself as one of the best diets available.But is it true and should you try it if you have thyroid problems?I’m going to argue no, for 4 main reasons: 1. Carbohydrates are needed for optimal thyroid function. Low-carb diets have been associated with low T3 levels and high reverse T3 levels, the same pattern seen in chronic illness. 2. Decreased carbohydrate intake increases sex hormone binding globulin and decreases the activity of sex hormones. Low-carb diets like carnivore can increase SHBG which can reduce free testosterone and free estradiol levels. This can then impact your thyroid. 3. There are better ways to lose weight. There’s nothing magical about the carnivore diet that you can’t get with other whole-food diets. 4. Low-carb diets cause sleep disturbances. Thyroid patients already have trouble with sleep and going low carb can make this problem even worse. If you want to see diets that I think are better than carnivore, check out this video: https://youtu.be/5seJiR5aCAM?si=-K7RVnP_Y58-L3pU You can also find more information and links to resources here: https://www.restartmed.com/carnivore-diet-thyroid-problems/ Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t HAVE to take your thyroid medication first thing in the morning. In this video, I discuss some newer studies which show that taking thyroid medication in the evening can be just as effective (if not more effective) than taking in the morning. The takeaway here is that it doesn’t really matter when you take your thyroid medication so long as you are taking it on an empty stomach. And to do that, all you need to do is make sure that you take it 2 hours after (or before) a meal. This leaves the stomach with 2 hours to empty which means that food will not interfere with its absorption. There are two ways to transition to taking your thyroid medication in the evening and I call them the non-skip approach and the skip approach. Most people have no problem taking their thyroid medication in the morning and then again in the evening but if you are sensitive then you may want to try the skip dose approach. For more information and research on this topic, check out this article: https://www.restartmed.com/is-it-safe-to-take-thyroid-medication-at-night/ If you want to make your thyroid medication even more effective, check out this video: https://youtu.be/Yyf3XgB97l0?si=22oeuW8oHoTvkTDi Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Tired of not having good treatment options available for Hashimoto’s? If so, I have some good news for you. Outside of traditional treatments like thyroid medication, there are some incredibly powerful natural options that have been shown in some research studies to help. One of the most potent is known as nigella sativa. I’m going to use nigella sativa and black seed oil almost interchangeably in this video but here’s the difference: Nigella sativa is the plant that produces black seeds and black seeds can be cold pressed to produce black seed oil. The active ingredients in nigella sativa can be found in both black seeds and black seed oil so it’s very likely that taking any of these 3 may provide benefits. One study that looked at nigella sativa found the following: 1. It had a pro-thyroid benefit and acted to help reduce TSH levels and increase free thyroid hormone levels. 2. It had a thyroid-antibody-reducing benefit and resulted in a decrease in TPO antibodies by almost 50%. 3. It may provide an anti-thyroid cancer benefit by reducing VEGF levels. These results are incredible and should perk the interest of just about every patient with Hashimoto’s. The study referenced here used nigella sativa at 2 grams per day but I think black seed oil can provide superior benefits. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Vitamin B12 is incredibly important and many people simply don’t get enough. And if you don’t get enough then you’ll end up with symptoms like fatigue, hair loss, weight gain, brain fog, depression, nerve problems, heart palpitations, and anemia. That’s one problem. The other is that the form of B12 that most people use is the wrong one. Let’s talk about the 4 most common forms of vitamin B12, which one(s) you should use, and which one(s) you should avoid: 1. CyanocobalaminThis is probably the worst form of vitamin B12 because it’s synthetic (not natural), it comes attached to cyanide that must be metabolized, and it requires activation by the body before it can be used. 2. AdenosylcobalaminAdenosylcobalamin is one of two active forms of vitamin B12 and it’s found primarily in the mitochondria where it helps create ATP for your cells. 3. MethylcobalaminMethylcobalamin is another active form of B12 which is found in the cytoplasm where it helps eliminate homocysteine. 4. HydroxycobalaminHydroxycobalamin is an intermediate form of B12 that is more stable than adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin but is not as active. Which form should you use? The best case scenario is to use the 3 active (and intermediate) forms all together so that even if you have a B12 metabolism genetic defect or polymorphism, your body can still utilize the B12.A combination of 1,000 mcg of methylcobalamin plus 1,000 mcg of adenosylcobalamin plus 1,000 mcg of hydroxycobalamin would be ideal. Not sure if you need to use B12? Check out this video next: https://youtu.be/rnzkkBZi7c4?si=AY2fATk4devIH_m3Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
T2 thyroid hormone, also known as 3,5 diiodo-l-thyronine, is gaining a lot of attention among thyroid patients, and for good reason. As far as thyroid hormones are concerned, T2 plays a major role in regulating metabolism, cholesterol metabolism, and heat production, making it the ideal treatment if you are suffering from hypothyroid-related weight gain as well as high cholesterol. For this reason, many thyroid patients are wondering if it’s right for them and they’ve been asking a lot of questions: Is T2 thyroid hormone safe? What are the side effects?And should I try it?Well, this video is going to shed light on all of those. First, we have no reason to suspect that T2 thyroid hormone is harmful because thyroid patients have been using it for over 70 years. This is because T2 is found in small amounts in NDT thyroid medications like Armour thyroid. What about side effects? Based on the over 10,000 thyroid patients who have used my T2 supplement, here’s what I’ve found: Roughly 70-75% see some benefit when taking it. Roughly 5-10% see no discernable benefit and roughly 10-15% of patients see some minor negative side effect when taking it. So, should you give T2 a try? That depends on how you are feeling. If you are a thyroid patient who is currently feeling lousy despite taking your thyroid medication every day then, yeah, giving it a try may be a good idea. In addition, if you are a thyroid patient suffering from the inability to lose weight then that’s another reason to consider giving it a try. Interested in learning more about how T2 can help with weight loss? Check out this video: https://youtu.be/2cL641utwn4?si=k-d77DGV-EyVFyVSDownload my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
My wife was able to use a combination of diet and lifestyle changes to get off of her T3 thyroid medication. She suffered from an unusual form of thyroid resistance due to an eating disorder in her teenage years which left her with metabolic damage, treatment-resistant depression, thyroid resistance, and the inability to lose weight. She had a complete resolution in her symptoms with the use of T3 thyroid medication (liothyronine) but didn’t want to stay on her thyroid medication forever. To do this, she changed her lifestyle and her diet and, as a result, she was able to get off of her thyroid medication and remain symptom-free. This is her diet: You can see all the recipes here: https://www.restartmed.com/what-my-wife-eats-in-a-day-to-stay-off-thyroid-medication/You can see my perfect thyroid diet here: https://www.restartmed.com/perfect-thyroid-diet/ And you can see another video with a list of diets that have worked for other patients here: https://youtu.be/5seJiR5aCAM?si=NlD1RW_DpOhcpW1oDownload my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Have you ever wondered why you don’t hear much about thyroid hormone cream? Why is it that all other hormones exist in cream form including progesterone, testosterone, and estrogen?There really isn’t a good reason because the truth is, thyroid hormone cream is probably the single best way to take thyroid medication. It just so happens that not all thyroid hormones are available in cream form... at least not yet. Here are 5 reasons that thyroid hormone creams beat out capsules and tablets: 1. Topical benefits where they are applied. Some studies suggest that topical thyroid hormone application may help regrow hair and help with wound healing. 2. More freedom in when and how you take it. If you take thyroid hormone in cream form then it can be taken at any time of the day and with any type of food. 3. Better bioavailability and absorption. Creams are roughly 2 to 2.5x stronger than oral versions of the exact same hormone. 4. Fewer side effects. Lower doses required mean fewer symptoms, especially heart palpitations. 5. Better symptom control. If your thyroid hormone is more effective then it will result in better symptom control. Right now, the only thyroid hormone available in cream form is T2 Cream which can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/t2-cream/ But if we can show the pharmaceutical companies that there is interest in thyroid hormone creams more generally, then they will be more likely to start creating T4 and T3 creams. If you’ve never heard about T2 before, be sure to check out this video: https://youtu.be/2cL641utwn4?si=-HL6s8-Sfhee5XxD Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Using a scale is one of the biggest mistakes you can make as a thyroid patient trying to lose weight. Why? Because it doesn’t accurately tell you how much fat you are losing or how much muscle you are gaining. And, for thyroid patients, this is a big problem because you should be trying to preserve muscle mass when you lose weight. How can you accurately measure fat loss? By using these metrics: 1. Body measurements. Because muscle mass is more dense than fat, even if you lose 5 pounds of fat and gain 5 pounds of muscle, your body will start to shrink (even though the scale will stay the same). 2. Weekly progress pictures (and a mirror). If you are losing weight while preserving muscle, your body will not only look slimmer, you will look healthier!When you are losing both muscle mass and fat mass simultaneously, you may take on a sickly-looking appearance. 3. Caliper testing. Caliper testing gives you an idea of how much fat is on your body but testing your skin thickness.4. Weekly average (using a scale). If you want to use the scale, make sure to measure it daily and then take the average over the course of a week. This will give you a more accurate reading because it smooths out the day-to-day fluctuations from food volume, constipation, and water retention. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Magnesium is incredibly important for thyroid function and, unfortunately, most thyroid patients aren’t getting enough. This is for 3 main reasons: 1. Thyroid dysfunction increases magnesium breakdown and excretion. In other words, thyroid problems promote the elimination of magnesium from your body. 2. Stress increases magnesium usage. Because thyroid dysfunction makes you more susceptible to stress, thyroid patients have a higher demand for magnesium compared to the average population. 3. Most people aren’t getting enough magnesium from their diet (about 80% or so). This has to do with the fact that magnesium is commonly found in plants and most thyroid patients are eating too much processed food. How can you fix this problem? By getting more magnesium from your diet and by taking additional magnesium supplements as needed. The three best magnesium supplements for hypothyroidism are...1. Magnesium glycinate. 2. Magnesium citrate. 3. Magnesium l-threonate. Want to learn more about different forms of magnesium? Check out this video next: https://youtu.be/B9pasQqj6vg?si=QLWzDfFLxhNMH87X Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Over 100 million people will fill a prescription for levothyroxine this year and most of them have no idea how many different things interfere with its function. This includes food, medications, and, yes, even supplements. Which is why I put together a list of supplements that can cause problems with thyroid medication. Are you taking any? 1. Biotin- Biotin interferes with the ACCURACY of thyroid medication and levothyroxine. 2. Caffeine- Caffeine decreases the absorption of your thyroid medication. 3. Iron and calcium- Both iron and calcium bind to and inactivate levothyroxine and other thyroid medications. 4. Glucomannan and other fiber supplements- Glucomannan and fiber supplements delay the absorption of thyroid medication. 5. Estrogen enhancing supplements. - Supplements that increase estrogen increase thyroid binding globulin which decreases how much free thyroid hormone your body can use. See the full list of labs that every thyroid patient should get here: https://youtu.be/xjvdJ95AU7E?si=xL2XFpIMzM_IFmwi Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Millions of prescriptions of thyroid medication will be filled this year and the vast majority of them will be for levothyroxine.Of those millions, only about 10% or so will go to a class of thyroid medication called natural desiccated thyroid. Despite being only 10% of all prescriptions, thyroid patients have a clear preference for it. Not only does it help with weight loss, but it also can help better control thyroid symptoms based on surveys of thyroid patients. There’s only one problem: Doctors don’t like to prescribe it. Unfortunately, they are under the impression that NDT is an inferior medication to levothyroxine which is why today, I’m busting these NDT myths. Here they are, in no particular order: 1. Claim #1: Taking NDT Will Cause Bone Loss & Heart ProblemsLong-term studies show this isn’t true PROVIDED you are not taking more than you need. 2. Claim #2: Newer Synthetic Medications Are More EffectiveThe idea here is that NDT may cause side effects because of its T3 content. This may happen, but it’s also the reason that people prefer NDT... because it works. 3. Claim #3: NDT is Not FDA-Approved This is true but irrelevant. NDT has been use since 1890 so it was grandfathered into the FDAs newer requirements. 4. Claim #4: NDT is Old-Fashioned This isn’t true either as all thyroid medications contain the same bio-identical thyroid hormones. The same T4 that is found in levothyroxine is also found in NDT. 5. Claim #5: Taking NDT Will Cause Mad Cow Disease NDT comes from pigs (not cows), and there’s never been a reported case of Mad Cow disease in the US. 6. Claim #6: Taking NDT Will Increase Thyroid Antibodies This is theoretical and may be a problem for a rare subset of people, but not enough to warrant that everyone avoids it. Claim #7: NDT Isn’t A Real Medication Because it Can Be Purchased Over The CounterNDT is not the same thing as over-the-counter thyroid glandulars which is what this claim confuses. Need help optimizing your thyroid medication? Check out this video next: https://youtu.be/Yyf3XgB97l0?si=yBjZ094s6CIylfl9Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between D
Despite what many of you may feel, it’s definitely possible to get to a normal weight if you have a thyroid problem. That doesn’t mean it’s easy, but it does mean it’s possible. In order to do that, though, you’ll want to avoid these mistakes. Mistake 1. Massive upfront calorie restriction. Calorie restriction in some form will be necessary to get to your ideal weight but many thyroid patients should spend more time focusing on their thyroid function instead of their calories, at least in the beginning. Mistake 2. No weight goal or plan. Thyroid patients who set specific goals are the ones who will reach them. If you don’t have a plan then you won’t obtain your goal. Mistake 3. Overeating healthy foods or "healthy" versions of unhealthy foods. Paleo brownies are still brownies whether they are paleo or not. Are they healthier than box brownies? Sure. But they still shouldn’t be on the menu if you are trying to lose weight. Mistake 4. Not having realistic expectations. As a thyroid patient, your weight loss is going to be slower than the average person. Coming to terms with this will help sustain your efforts. Mistake 5. Cutting carbs too quickly. Cutting carbs is great for a quick burst of weight loss due to a loss of fluid so be mindful about when you cut them. Mistake 6. No resistance training (you’re losing muscle and fat instead of just fat). Your goal should be to lose fat and maintain muscle but most people end up losing 50% fat and 50% muscle. Use this video if you want a 6 step guide to help you lose weight: https://youtu.be/F5_U5U5Axag?si=D-TF8oVBHHNcbTMfDownload my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
There’s a lot of bad advice that gets thrown around out there for people who have Hashimoto’s. And, believe it or not, some of the worst offenders are doctors!If you have Hashimoto’s, make sure you aren’t falling for these lies: 1. Your TSH is "normal". The TSH is an accurate test for diagnosing thyroid disease but it’s not a great test for assessing if you are being adequately treated. 2. Changing your diet won’t help your thyroid. It’s always been the case that changing your diet is an important and necessary treatment for just about any disease state and Hashimoto’s is no different. 3. You’ll have to take thyroid medication forever. Even though you MIGHT have to take thyroid medication forever doesn’t guarantee that you will. New research suggests that there are a lot of patients out there who can get off their meds. 4. The best and only treatment for hypothyroidism is levothyroxine. While levothyroxine works for some people, it doesn’t work for everyone. There are plenty of other options you can look into. 5. Your thyroid is "normal" so your symptoms are in your head. If you still have low thyroid symptoms despite taking thyroid medication then it means you aren’t taking enough medication or that your doctor is missing something. You can learn more about how to treat Hashimoto’s naturally here: Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Glucomannan is a plant fiber that comes from konjac root and it has some special properties that can help you lose weight. Unlike other plant fibers (which are also healthy) it can absorb up to 100x its weight in water. This holding of water allows it to press against stretch receptors in your stomach which impacts appetite. But this is just one benefit, here are 3 ways that glucomannan can help you lose weight: 1. By helping you to control your appetite. When taken before a meal, and with water, glucomannan absorbs water which pushes against your stomach walls. This then sends signals to the brain that you are full. But, in this case, you are full of plant fiber and not food which means you are hacking your appetite. 2. By delaying the absorption of sugar and carbohydrates. When introduced to water, glucomannan turns into a sticky viscous fiber which delays the absorption of glucose and carbohydrates. This delay means better insulin and blood sugar control which means more weight loss. 3. By positively impacting gut health. The healthier your gut is, the easier it will be to lose weight. This is why studies show that taking both probiotics and prebiotics can often result in fat loss. Study here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10000630/ How do you use it? For weight loss, 3 grams per day taken 15-20 minutes with a big glass of water before your biggest meal of the day works best. Using it this way helps your brain think you are eating way more calories than you actually are which means that you can naturally suppress your caloric intake without causing severe hunger pangs. For even better results, combine glucomannan with olive oil and l-glutamine. You can see all 3 of these ingredients in the ratios that I recommend here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/glucoslow-fiber/ Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable
One easy way to check the status of your overall health and the health of your thyroid is by simply looking at your nails. Because your nails grow slowly, and because they respond to stressors on the inside of your body, they represent a 6 month history of your overall health. It just so happens that they also give you valuable information about your thyroid function as well. In hypothyroidism roughly: 70% of patients experience fragile nails48% experience slow growth40% experience thinningAnd 38% experience onycholysis (which is nail separation at the base)In hyperthyroidism roughly: 100% of patients experience koilonychia (which is depression of the nail in the center with flaring of the nails on the side)83% experience softening of the nail29% experience onycholysis (which, again, is nail separation)And 10% experience brittle nailsIn addition to these problems, those with thyroid problems are also at increased risk for developing: 1. Leukonychia2. Pits in the nails3. Brittle nail syndrome4. Vertical lines5. Horizontal linesThese 6 treatments can help improve the quality of your nails: 1. Avoid nail trauma2. Make sure you optimize thyroid function3. Take a multivitamin4. Reduce your intake of calcium and take vitamin K25. Take collagen peptides6. Take siliconDownload my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
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These 3 simple vitamins can help support your thyroid in more ways than one and, based on data from NHANES, most people aren’t getting enough of them from their diet. Here’s how they work and why they are helpful: #1. The Pro-Thyroid Benefits of Vitamin AVitamin A helps with the production of thyroid hormones, protects your thyroid gland from autoimmune disease, prevents thyroid gland enlargement, and protects against thyroid resistance. Up to 45% of the US population doesn’t meet their vitamin A intake requirements from food so supplement may be a good idea. #2. The Pro-Thyroid Benefits of Vitamin D3One study showed that hypothyroid patients taking vitamin D saw improvements in TSH levels and calcium regulation. Vitamin D also protects against thyroid cancer and both types of autoimmune thyroid disease (Graves’ and Hashimoto’s). #3. The Thyroid-Symptom Related Benefits of Vitamin K2Vitamin K2 can help prevent two of the biggest consequences of low thyroid function: osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. You can get all 3 vitamins here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyro-adk/More supplements that support your thyroid: https://youtu.be/MJH0NZtdKHY?si=Lj1YTQj_6Jl2wh5O Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
All thyroid hormones are important for different reasons but if we are talking about pure power, T3 reigns supreme. Compared to other thyroid hormones, it’s about 100 times more active on the thyroid nuclear receptor which means that it does the majority of the heavy lifting. And because of its power, when T3 levels are low, you will feel T3. By my estimation, low T3 is probably one of the biggest causes of persistent low thyroid symptoms among patients with hypothyroidism and is often missed because most doctors don’t check for it. But if you want to optimize your thyroid, you need to optimize your T3. Here are some of the most common causes of low T3 that you should be aware of: 1. Thyroid gland problems2. Decreased T4 to T3 conversion3. Relative t3 deficiency (thyroid hormone resistance)4. Illness or chronic medical conditions5. Nutrient deficiencies6. Prescription medicationsIf you suspect you have low T3 then you’ll want to watch this video which walks you through natural ways to increase it: https://youtu.be/q3eBmUCu7KQ?si=wWTjH54-HkUhPPus Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Experiencing symptoms and not sure where they are coming from? It may just be your thyroid. Owing to the fact that just bout every cell in your body has a thyroid hormone receptor, the symptoms of hypothyroidism are vast. And while you may know about the more common symptoms, there are plenty that can easily get mixed if you don’t know what you are looking for. With that in mind, here are some of the most surprising symptoms of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function): 1. High cholesterolThyroid hormone regulates the elimination of cholesterol. When thyroid hormone is low, cholesterol clearance is decreased which causes a build-up of cholesterol in the body. 2. Menstrual problemsBecause thyroid hormone impacts both progesterone and estrogen, low thyroid can cause menstrual problems including problems with fertility. 3. Swelling in the legs and in the faceLow thyroid function increases mucopolysaccharides in the tissues which pull water along with them. This results in swelling wherever they go. 4. HeadachesHeadaches may be an early predictor that you are about to become hypothyroid and the same is true for migraines. 5. Mood swingsA sluggish thyroid decreases ATP production in the brain which slows down your ability to think and process information. This results in changes to your mood, depression, and brain fog. 6. Dry skinThyroid hormone acts on eccrine or sweat glands found in your skin. If your body can’t produce enough sweat then your skin will become dry and cracked. 7. Muscle aches and painsThyroid hormone helps your muscles relax which prevents painful trigger points from developing. 8. Changes to your voiceJust about every thyroid patient will experience changes to their voice but it may not be noticeable unless you are an expert. 9. Carpal tunnel syndromeMucopolysaccharides can accumulate in the wrist which can put pressure on the median nerve resulting in carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve pain. If you have any of these symptoms then you’ll want to get these tests: https://youtu.be/xjvdJ95AU7E?si=tyyuZ0OaVborfLdMMost people are aware of the most common symptoms like cold hands/feet, weight gain, hair loss, constipation, and fatigue, Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treat
T2 thyroid hormone is a potent thyroid hormone and the only thyroid hormone available over the counter. For this reason, many thyroid patients have asked me how they can test their T2 level to determine if they would benefit from a T2 supplement. And while commercially available tests are not available for T2 right now, we do have a way to estimate T2 status in the body with the use of proxy measurements. These proxy measurements aren’t perfect, but they do seem to be fairly accurate based on my experience. Here are the measurements that I’m talking about: 1. Resting heart rate. If T2 is low then your resting heart rate will be low (usually in the 50s to 60s range). 2. Metabolism. Feel like your metabolism is sluggish? Low T2 could be to blame. 3. Cholesterol. When T2 is low, cholesterol levels will rise. 4. T3 and T3 levels. T2 is a byproduct of the metabolism of thyroid hormone. If your T4 and/or T3 levels are low then we can assume that T2 will probably also be low. 5. Thyroid symptoms. Still have thyroid symptoms despite taking thyroid medication? This is probably the most obvious sign that you need more thyroid hormone.How to take T2 thyroid hormone: https://youtu.be/L34UXVj9dxU?si=EOBMypLuTpgfYqmv Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Which is more important for weight loss: hormones or calories? I would say, for most people, its hormones. This is because the majority of people are already pretty good about keeping an eye on their calories. And if calories were the problem, they would already have lost their weight. Both calories are hormones are important for regulating your weight but I’ve found that hormones become more important as you have more weight to lose. And calories become more important the closer you are to your ideal body weight. If you are someone who has more than 15-20 stubborn pounds to lose that aren’t being managed by calories, then it may be time to check out these 4 hormones. These hormones all have the ability to help you lose weight by targeting different functions in the body: *note: these hormones should only be used if you are DEFICIENT or low in them. You wouldn’t want to take them for weight loss if your levels are normal. 1. Testosterone. Testosterone is important for both men and women and it works to help build muscle, enhance mood, and help with energy. 2. Progesterone. Progesterone is primarily important for women where it acts to antagonize the effects of estrogen. High levels of estrogen promote weight gain and progesterone counteracts this effect. 3. Thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormones, especially T2 and T3, are very important for regulating metabolism and can be used by both men and women. 4. DHEA. DHEA is a weak androgen but also provides additional functions in the body. It’s relatively easy to get and some studies show it may be beneficial for weight loss. #hormones #weightloss #weightlosstips #thyroid #progesterone #testosterone #healthy Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website o
Want an easy way to reduce your risk of developing all autoimmune diseases by up to 22%? One study of over 25,000 people showed that you could do this with just the use of two supplements taken every day: Fish oil and vitamin D.Link to study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8791065/Here are some takeaways from the study so that you can easily apply this information to your life and get the benefits: 1. The reduction in autoimmune disease is probably higher than 22%. This is because the researchers could only include people with official autoimmune diagnoses and not probable autoimmune diseases. 2. The benefit from these treatments applies to ALL autoimmune diseases, not just thyroid autoimmune diseases.3. The longer you take these supplements, the bigger the benefit. The researchers found that the benefit of taking vitamin D was significantly higher after it was already taken for 2 years. 4. Even if you already have an autoimmune disease, there’s still good reason to take vitamin D and fish oil. Fish oil and vitamin D still provide other therapeutic benefits to those who already have Hashimoto’s or other autoimmune diseases. 5. You can probably get even better results by taking more vitamin D and a higher fish oil dose. The doses used in this study can be considered the bare minimum. Like the idea of using supplements to treat your Hashimoto’s? Check out this video next: https://youtu.be/XnjUephlW3c?si=9OBYS9BWk2Wkulc9Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Not having enough vitamin D increases your risk of developing unwanted symptoms like depression, fatigue, and muscle weakness but it also increases your risk of developing more serious consequences like diabetes, weight gain, and cancer. For these reasons, you should take your vitamin D level very seriously. But the question is: how can you rapidly increase your vitamin D to prevent these issues? I’m glad you asked because you have 3 options that work VERY well:Method #1. is the sunlight method. This method is by far the most natural and the one that you should aim for if at all possible. It works by harnessing the power of the sun which helps to convert and activate vitamin D in the skin and body. Watch the video to make sure you are using the correctly!Method #2. is the supplement method. Because not everyone will be able to get all of the necessary vitamin D that they need from the sun, we have to talk about supplements. If you are using supplements then you’ll want to make sure to use vitamin D3 instead of D2 at a dose of around 1,000 to 5,000 IUs each day. Method #3. is the combination method. The combination method takes advantage of the sun, supplements, and natural sources of vitamin D from food. Realistically, this is the method that most of us will use because it’s not always practical to get our vitamin D from any singular source. Because vitamin D more closely resembles a hormone as opposed to a vitamin, increasing your vitamin D has the potential to help many different systems in your body. Take your vitamin D level seriously and get tested if you haven’t recently, especially if you are trying to improve your overall health. #vitamind #vitamin #vitamins #supplements #supplement Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or
It’s never normal to have elevated antibodies to portions of your thyroid gland floating around in your blood.The presence of these antibodies indicates that your own body may be trying to attack and destroy your thyroid gland and they are the hallmark of thyroid autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease. And, unfortunately, conventional medicine doesn’t have very many great treatment options for lowering these antibodies. But that isn’t a problem because it turns out that there are some great natural supplements that have been proven to help. These supplements fall into two groups: Those proven in studies to be beneficial: 1. Nigella sativa2. Selenium3. Inositol4. Iodine reductionAnd those shown to be effective based on anecdotal experience and based on known physiologic action: 1. Vitamin D2. Fish oil3. MagnesiumWant more help reducing your thyroid antibodies? Check out this video: https://youtu.be/lrjOCPG5Yic?si=8lZ0WKgG_HwLWsQ9Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Want an easy way to naturally increase how well your thyroid is working by up to 20%? There’s a simple way to do it: by treating your gut. Your gut and thyroid are connected in several ways and if there’s a problem with one, you can guarantee there will be a problem with the other. There’s no scientific study to back my claim that treating your gut can increase thyroid function by up to 20%, but based on my understanding of thyroid physiology, I think it’s possible for most people. Here’s why: 1. Estimates suggest that 20% of circulating T4 is converted into T3 in your gut. 2. Healthy bacteria can bind and hold onto thyroid hormones allowing for recycling of these hormones instead of elimination in the stool. 3. Your gut is the site of the absorption of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients from both the food that you eat and the supplements that you take. Your thyroid needs these nutrients to function optimally. 4. It’s the site where your thyroid medication is absorbed. 5. 70% of immune cells live there. 6. The ratio of good to bad bacteria, known as your microbiome and found in your gut, influences your metabolism and ability to lose weight. You can heal your gut easily by doing the following: 1. Putting the right healthy foods into your body. 2. Removing unhealthy and inflammatory foods. 3. Taking probiotics. When opting to take probiotics, look for a probiotic with multiple species. I formulated this one specifically for thyroid patients: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyro-biotic/ Learn how to naturally treat thyroid function here: https://youtu.be/q3eBmUCu7KQ?si=FGUy1B_BqMWFfGu2 Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Berberine is one of the most powerful weight loss supplements out there because it acts on some of the most fundamental issues that precipitate weight gain. What makes it ideal is that it has a broad range of benefits, is well-tolerated, and can be used in conjunction with other weight loss supplements and medications. Here’s how it can help you lose weight: 1. By improving insulin sensitivity. Berberine has been shown in at least 1 study to have an equal impact on blood sugar as the prescription medication metformin. 2. By increasing the density of mitochondria in your muscle cells. Increasing muscle function is critical to burning more calories. 3. By activating brown fat tissue. Brown fat tissue helps regulate your heat production and metabolism and berberine can help you brown white fat. 4. By reducing inflammation. Reducing inflammation helps balance fat-storing hormones like leptin. 5. By improving gut health. There is a connection between gut health and your ability to stay lean and berberine can help clean up your microbiome from unwanted bacterial overgrowth syndromes. The ideal dose of berberine is somewhere between 500 mg all the way up to 2,000 mg taken each day. You will want to split the dose taking half in the morning and half in the evening. Most people are fine taking 1,000 mg per day but you may want to take more if you are trying to treat issues like diabetes or insulin resistance as well. #berberine #weightloss #weightlosstips #weightlosstreatment #weightlosssupplement Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Not drinking enough water? You may want to rethink that decision because dehydration has a negative impact on your thyroid! Not only is about 60% of your body made of water (making it essential for just about every cell and function), but your body also needs water to maintain the concentration of proteins in the bloodstream. States of dehydration cause changes to the functions of these proteins which can then impact your hormones (including your thyroid). Here are 3 ways that dehydration can negatively impact your thyroid: 1. Dehydration impacts thyroid hormone delivery. When you are dehydrated, your body will shunt blood flow to the tissues that need it most. This means that thyroid hormone will not be carried evenly to all of your tissues (especially those farthest from your heart). 2. Dehydration impacts thyroid hormone-binding proteins. Dehydration impacts the concentration of proteins that bind to and inactive thyroid hormone. This means that you will have less active thyroid hormone available for your cells to utilize. 3. Dehydration limits skeletal muscle function and performance. Your muscles represent a major site of thyroid hormone action and when you are dehydrated, their function is limited. Limited function means you are burning fewer calories and you will have less thyroid hormone activation. 4. Dehydration reduces the filtering and elimination of chemicals that have negative effects on thyroid function. Compounds called endocrine disrupting chemicals can negatively impact your thyroid and these compounds are eliminated through the kidneys. When you are dehydrated, your kidneys are not able to eliminate compounds as well causing them to build up and wreak havoc. Video on the best foods for hypothyroidism: https://youtu.be/7yitlvu3htQ?si=Dtl8mQmdq01SkPfR Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for
If you’re suffering from hair loss then there’s a high probability you’ve looked into hair supplements. But before you go out and purchase one, there’s something you need to know: there’s a secret ingredient that all of the best hair supplements contain and I’m going to share it with your right now. What’s the ingredient? It’s silicon. What’s crazy is that this ingredient has been under your nose for a long time without you even realizing it because it’s often hidden as a different name among other ingredients. But give me a few minutes and I’ll explain why silicon is the PRIMARY ingredient found in the best hair supplements. Silicon is a trace element which means your body only needs small amounts of it and it’s because of this that it often gets overlooked. A true deficiency in silicon is quite rare but it’s not uncommon to not get enough. And low levels can and definitely do impact your hair, skin, and nails. Popular supplements like nutrafol and viviscal, which are used by thousands of people every day, contain this ingredient in spades. Learn more about how silicon can be used as a powerful hair regrowth supplement, which dosing is best, how to make sure you’re getting enough of it, and much more in this video. #hair #hairloss #hairsupplements #hairlossprevention #hairlosssolutions #hairlosstreatment Supplements that CAUSE hair loss: https://youtu.be/MlSNg-QZdv4Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
If you are interested in losing weight or simply maintaining weight then you need to pay close attention to your basal metabolic rate. This rate controls how many calories you burn at rest and it’s the most important factor when it comes to your weight. The question is, can you do anything to augment your basal metabolic rate to improve how many calories you burn at rest? And the answer to that question is yes. This is because your thyroid is primarily responsible for controlling BMR. It’s estimated that up to 40 to 60% of your caloric burn is regulated in part by your thyroid. And there are things you can do to improve your thyroid function to increase how many calories you are burning at baseline. One of those things is by taking thyroid hormones, especially t2 thyroid hormone. Emerging research is showing that T2 thyroid hormone is one of the thyroid hormones in your body that is primarily responsible for regulating your metabolism. And it just so happens that T2 is the only thyroid hormone that is available over the counter. Studies in both humans and animals suggest that T2 thyroid hormone may be an emerging treatment for obesity both in people with thyroid disease and in those with normal thyroid disease. Learn more about using T2, its safety profile, how much to use, and much more. #t2 #weightloss #weightlosstips #weightlosssupplement #weightlossjourney #weightlosstreatment #thyroid Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Exercise is probably one of the best treatments for your thyroid that you aren’t taking advantage of. Don’t believe me? Here are just some of the benefits: 1. Higher free thyroid hormone levels. 2. Lower TSH level. 3. Faster weight loss. 4. Increased muscle mass and better muscle health overall. 5. Improved mood. 6. More consistent bowel movements. 7. Reduced inflammation. If you wanted to take advantage of a treatment that can help you almost as much as a thyroid medication (without the need for a prescription) then exercise is something you simply can’t ignore. But how can you exercise for your thyroid? And if you do, how do you know which exercises are best? Exercising with a thyroid condition is difficult, but not impossible. Symptoms like fatigue, and muscle pain, which can stem from low thyroid function, can limit your ability to exercise but the good news is that exercising can actually help alleviate these symptoms. If you are going to exercise, the best combination of exercises includes aerobic exercise along with strength training. Doing both of these will allow you to take advantage of the benefits of exercise without causing more harm than good. By the way, exercise works for ALL types of thyroid conditions including hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, thyroiditis, those post thyroidectomy, and those post radioactive iodine ablation. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s #exercise #healthy #exercises #thyroidawareness #thyroidtreatment Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Selenium may be one of the best and easiest ways to reduce thyroid antibodies if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease. Selenium is a trace mineral that is necessary for the function of certain enzymes and proteins. One of the functions of selenium is to create glutathione which acts to protect the thyroid gland from oxidative stress. When selenium is low, your thyroid gland is open to damage just from creating thyroid hormones. Taking selenium has been shown in several studies to help lower thyroid antibodies and even balance thyroid hormone levels like free t3 and free T4. There is some conflicting information, though, regarding selenium supplementation as not all studies suggest that it’s effective. The reason for this is probably because selenium supplementation works best for those people who need it and who are deficient. Should you take selenium as a thyroid patient? I think so because the benefits far outweigh the potential negative side effects and, even if it doesn’t help lower your antibodies, you haven’t done any harm in the process. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s #selenium #supplements #healthy #hashimotos #hashimoto #hashimotosdisease #graves #gravesdisease Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Taking the right supplements has the potential to dramatically improve your thyroid and either help it work better or prevent future problems from occurring. Whether you’re trying to optimize your thyroid function because you have an existing problem like hypothyroidism or because you just want to prevent a future thyroid problem from occurring, these are, in my opinion, the 5 best supplements to take for your thyroid EVERY day: 1. A daily multivitamin. A multivitamin because your thyroid is incredibly active and chews through a lot of nutrients. The most important include zinc, selenium, vitamin A, iodine, and vitamin B12. A deficiency in any of these may impair thyroid function. 2. Protein powder. Protein powder makes the list because it’s one of my all-around favorite supplements for one reason: it helps you stay on track with your diet. In addition, there’s also a connection between your muscle mass and thyroid function. 3. Omega 3 fatty acids. Fatty acids help to lower inflammation which helps ensure you can make more of the most powerful thyroid hormone T3. 4. Vitamin D3. Low vitamin D is associated with an increased risk of developing hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Graves’ disease, AND thyroid cancer. Vitamin D is a no-brainer. 5. A probiotic. A probiotic because that’s the easiest way to support your gut and make sure you can both absorb nutrients and thyroid medication (if you take any). #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s #thyroidsupport #thyroidsupplements #hashimoto Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Yes, you’ve been lied to: brazil nuts are not the source of selenium that you’ve been led to believe! Yes, they are definitely the single best food source of selenium out there, but they have a few dirty little secrets that you should know about BEFORE you start eating them. These secrets are so impactful on their overall benefit that I think it often makes more sense to supplement with selenium as opposed to getting it from brazil nuts. Here’s why: The selenium content in brazil nuts varies dramatically from nut to nut. Some studies suggest that it’s as high as 6 mcg per nut all the way as high as 154 mcg per nut. The second reason has to do with selenium toxicity. It’s easier than you might think to accidentally take too much and when you couple this with the variability in dosing, you’re very likely to get much more or much less than you think. The third has to do with the potential increased risk that taking too much selenium can have on diabetes risk. The bottom line? Think twice about using brazil nuts as your primary source of selenium. If you want to eat them, then use no more than 1 per day to make sure you stay out of the trouble zone. #brazilnuts #selenium #nutrition #nutrientdeficiencies #supplements Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Your thyroid gland is the most important endocrine gland in your body (yes, I said it!) because it controls and regulates just about every cell in your body as well as just about every hormone in your body. It also happens to be sensitive to inflammation and if this happens, you will feel it. These are the most common signs of thyroid gland inflammation:1. Fluctuating thyroid hormone levels. 2. Feeling run down. 3. Joint pain and muscle pain. 4. Allergies or reactions to foods. 5. Skin problems. 6. Symptoms of other autoimmune diseases. Because thyroid gland inflammation is never normal, you should always get it checked out. The most common cause of thyroid gland inflammation is the autoimmune disease Hashimoto’s. If you feel you have inflammation make sure to get tested for this condition and make sure you take steps to reduce inflammation as quickly as possible! You can do this with natural therapies, changing your diet, and taking the right supplements. #thyroid #thyroidawareness #hypothyroidism #hyperthyroidism #thyroidproblems #thyroidsymptoms Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Using the right supplements has the potential to help you manage your thyroid symptoms and support your thyroid. Using the wrong supplements can do the exact opposite. In fact, using the right supplements is even worse because not only will they not help you feel better, but you’re also wasting money. This video outlines some of the WORST supplements and WORST formulations that thyroid patients can take. If you are looking to improve thyroid function and better manage your symptoms then you’ll want to avoid these supplements and ingredients: 1. Magnesium oxide. 2. Zinc oxide. 3. High-dose iodine. 4. Cyanocobalamin. 5. Vitamin D2. Instead of using these formulations, you will want to opt for magnesium glycinate, zinc glycinate, low-dose iodine, methylcobalamin, and vitamin D3. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #thyroidsupport #thyroidawareness #hashimoto #supplements Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Wait, aren’t fruits harmful because they contain sugar?! Not by a long shot. Fruits are not only healthy for your entire body, they can also help support your thyroid gland.If you are someone with thyroid disease, or if you are just looking to support your thyroid to keep it healthy, this information is for you.Fruits work to help your overall health by providing a natural source of fiber, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals, and polyphenols. These ingredients help your body fight of inflammation, protect your cells, help with weight loss, and so much more. When it comes to your thyroid, a few fruits stand above others.These include: 1. Blueberries. Packed full of nutrients, blueberries clock in at 85 calories per serving. These are low carb and have some of the best health benefits of any fruit. 2. Goji berries. Goji berries act as both a fruit and an adaptogen which means they can help with adrenal fatigue, vitality, and cortisol imbalance. 3. Avocados. This fruit is high in healthy fats which makes it unusual among those listed here. Healthy fats and fiber is the name of the game here. 4. Kiwis. These fruits contain huge amounts of vitamins and minerals in each serving beating out some of the more common fruits you know of. 5. Coconut. This high fat fruit is a great source of medium chain triglycerides which makes it ideal if weight gain is a problem for you. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #nutrition #fruits #plants #hashimoto #diet Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Magnesium is incredibly important for cellular health as it is involved in over 300 different enzymatic reactions. When magnesium levels are low, you WILL feel it. This leads a lot of people to use supplements to replace low magnesium levels. But here’s the problem:When you go looking for magnesium supplements you will be met with a huge array of different types. And these types and formulations of magnesium are NOT all created equal. Let’s talk about the best types of magnesium so you can replace lost levels and manage symptoms like fatigue, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, and more. 1. Magnesium oxide. This is the cheapest and least effective form and should be avoided! 2. Magnesium citrate. This form is great for treating constipation. 3. Magnesium malate. This is a stimulating form of magnesium great for those with fatigue (don’t take it at night!). 4. Magnesium l-threonate. This form of magnesium crosses the blood-brain barrier and is ideal for treating conditions like depression. 5. Magnesium glycinate. This is one of the best all rounded forms for improving whole body magnesium. 6. Magnesium orotate. Magnesium orotate is ideal for improving athletic performance but it doesn’t treat constipation. 7. Sucrosomial magnesium. This newer form of magnesium is probably best for improving athletic performance. #magnesium #magnesiumdeficiency #magnesiumsupplements #nutrients #nutrientdeficiencies Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
GLP-1 agonists are a class of medications that everyone is talking about right now because of their beneficial effects on weight loss. And while they are effective at helping with weight loss, there have been multiple studies that suggest that there is a link between their use and the new onset of thyroid cancer. Let’s talk about this connection in more detail to see if it is something you should actually worry about. First off, where does this information come from? Studies like this one (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36356111/) suggest that there is indeed a real risk of thyroid cancer with long term use of GLP-1 agonists in diabetes. This study showed that there were about 2,500 new cases of thyroid cancer in a sample size of over 3.7 million. The incidence of thyroid cancer in these patients was small but still real. It’s important to note here that correlation does not equal causation but this is just adding to the pile of studies that suggest a link between these medications and thyroid cancer so it’s definitely something that should be thought about prior to using them. Given this information, is it still worth taking medications like Wegovy, semaglutide, saxenda, and victoza? In some situations, it may make sense but my recommendation is to always try to lose weight with diet and exercise first. If you are going to use these medications then do your best to use them in the short term for no more than 1 year. This will minimize the negative side effects while maximizing their benefits. My personal recommendation would still be to try other treatments like bioidentical hormone replacement therapy prior to using GLP-1 agonists. #weightloss #glp1 #weight #weightlosstips #obesity #thyroidcancer #thyroid Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information
Is your thyroid contributing to an overall look of fatigue or tiredness on your face? If so, you aren’t alone. And today I’m going to teach you how to get rid of this look so you that you can wake up feeling and looking refreshed. The stereotypical thyroid tired look comes from a variety of things including the impact that thyroid function can have on your face and eyes. Due to changes in your sleep and even changes in your facial shape from swelling, your thyroid can make you look chronically tired. The good news is that it doesn’t have to last forever and there are things you can do to fix it right up.
Step 1. Get more sleep! Here are 3 tips to help you get more sleep: - Tape your mouth shut. - Set a bed time and protect it. - Allow your body to wake up naturally and get out of bed immediately upon waking up. - Step 4 (treat your thyroid but more on this later). Getting more sleep is ALWAYS important if you don’t want to look tired.
Step 2. Do facial yoga. Facial yoga targets the muscles of facial expression and brings more blood flow and, thus, nutrients to your face. Doing this will help your muscles and face look more youthful.
Step 3. Optimize thyroid function. Low thyroid function can contribute to problems like facial swelling and insomnia and even fatigue which all will contribute to your overall energy level and look. Your goal here is to normalize thyroid function with either the use of thyroid medications or natural treatments or both.
Step 4. Take fish oil. Fish oil contains omega 3 fatty acids which have been shown to hydrate the skin and make it look healthier.
Step 5. Use eye drops. Eye drops can help get rid of that red tired-eye look that comes when you don’t get enough sleep. You can take synthetic tears or use devices that stimulate the natural productions of tears.
Step 6. Use Vitamin C serum. A high quality vitamin C serum can help you lighten, tighten, and brighten the skin which will provide you with a more fresh and youthful appearance.
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Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relations
I probably don’t need to convince you that not all thyroid medications are created equal. If you’ve been a thyroid patient for any length of time then you know that there are some thyroid medications that just seem to work better than others. The question is why?There are several reasons for this but one of the main reasons has to do with the inactive ingredients. Every single thyroid medication contains similar active ingredients but they differ dramatically in their inactive ingredients. And it is these inactive ingredients that can cause a lot of issues for patients. Here are the BEST and CLEANEST thyroid medications on the market by thyroid medication class:The cleanest T4-only thyroid medications: TirosintTirosint-solThe cleanest T3-only thyroid medications:Sustained release T3 (SR T3)The cleanest NDT thyroid medications:NP Thyroid by a slight margin (WP thyroid be the best if it were available)#thyroidmedication #thyroidmedicine #levothyroxine #thyroidawareness #thyroidproblems #hypothyroidism Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Berberine is one of my favorite supplements out there and has been for several years. The reason is simple: berberine helps treat the biggest and most important conditions that people face including weight gain, insulin resistance, and gut dysfunction. It’s not only healthy for people who are already healthy, but it’s also amazing for people who want to stay healthy!
You can use it to assist with weight loss, balance your blood sugar, build more muscle mass, or just optimize your physique.
Let’s talk about the benefits of berberine and why you can make a strong case to use it.
Many of the benefits we are going to be discussing today stem from Berberine’s ability to increase something called AMPK or AMP kinase. This is the same enzyme that is increased when you exercise. So when you think about the benefits, think about berberine as a tiny bottle of exercise. It doesn’t replace exercise but it’s helpful to wrap your head around how it’s working.
Activating AMPK increases fat burning potential, mitochondrial proliferation in muscle tissue, insulin sensitivity, and much more.
With this in mind, let’s talk about the benefits:
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Berberine can help improve insulin resistance and low blood sugar. It has been shown to be as powerful as some medications at lowering blood sugar (metformin).
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Berberine can help you lose weight. Berberine enhances the effectiveness of diet and exercise.
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Berberine can help improve your gut health. Berberine increases butyrate production and reduces local inflammation in the gut.
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Berberine can help lower cholesterol. Some studies show that berberine can reduce cholesterol more effectively than statins.
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Berberine helps treat metabolic disorders like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, type II diabetes, PCOS, high blood pressure, obesity, and elevated triglycerides.
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Berberine can help your brain stay healthy.
For everyday general health, use around 500 to 1,000 mg each day.
For metabolic conditions use 1,000 to 2,000 mg each day
berberine #nutrition #weightloss #highcholesterol #diabetes #insulinresistance #supplements #naturaltreatment
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patie
Improving your gut health is one of the most important things you can do as a patient with Hashimoto’s. Targeting your gut can increase T4 to T3 conversion thereby providing your body with more T3, it can improve thyroid medication absorption, it can reduce inflammation, help you lose weight, and improve your overall health. Targeting your gut is a no-brainer and one of the easiest ways to do this is with the use of probiotics.
But which probiotics are best? That’s exactly what we are going to be talking about today.
1. Soil-based organisms. These probiotic species come from the ground and we are no longer exposed to them due to the fact that we no longer drink well water and due to changes in our farming techniques.
Soil based organisms have been shown to populate the intestinal tract which means they provide long-term benefit, they are long-lasting, they are heat stable, they can be used to treat conditions like SIBO, gas, distention, bloating, and more.
Strains to look for: Bacillus coagulans, bacillus subtilis, bacillus clausii
How much to use? 5-10 billion CFU.
2. Beneficial yeast. They are not the same as bakers yeast or candida. They don’t populate the gut like SBOs but they can help your body produce more immunoglobulins in the form of IgA.
Beneficial yeast can be used to treat candida, mold, leaky gut, parasites, SIBO, and h. pylori.
Strains to look for: Saccharomyeces boulardii
How much to use? 3-5 billion CFU
3. Lactobacillus and bifidobacteria strains. These are great probiotics but they are not very stable. When using these species look for diversity or a high dose or both.
Benefits: Improve digestion and nutrient absorption Supports immune health, microbiome health, and gut health Treats SIBO and IBS
Species to look for: Lactobacillus acidophilus Bifidobacterium bifidum Lactobacillus brevis Bifidobacterium lactis
hashimoto #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotos #hashimotosdisease #probiotics #bacillus #thyroidtreatment
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consultin
T4 is the most abundant thyroid hormone in the body by far. Roughly 80% of all thyroid hormone floating around in your body right now is in the form of T4. It may not be the most powerful, but it’s obviously very important to thyroid hormone regulation because your body can draw upon your T4 store to create various types of thyroid hormone as needed.
If you are someone who is trying to optimize your thyroid function for better health or because you have hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s, you should find this information on how to increase your T4 levels naturally very helpful:
- Diet: Look for foods that are high in iron, tyrosine, and iodine as all 3 of these nutrients are needed for thyroid hormone production.
2. Food volume: Not only are the type of foods that you eat important but also the quantity or volume of food that you eat. Avoid calorie restricted diets if you are trying to increase your T4 level. You may paradoxically see an increase in T4 temporarily but this comes at the cost of low T3 which is not ideal.
3. Thyroid glandulars: Certain supplements, like thyroid glandulars, may help provide the building blocks that your body needs for T4.
4. Avoid alcohol: Alcohol is shown to be toxic to thyroid cells and even blunts the response of TSH from TRH.
5. Get more sleep & avoid stress: Both sleep and stress are needed for T4 production. Getting less than 7 hours each night is enough to see a decline in T4 levels.
6. Increase your intake of essentials fats and omega-3 fatty acids: Supplementation with vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids may reduce your risk of Hashimoto’s by 22%.
7. Exercise: Exercise at 70% of your maximal heart rate has shown to have a positive impact on T4 levels and thyroid function more generally.
Intensity is key 70% of maximal heart rate.
While T4 is incredibly important so is T3. If you want to learn how to increase T3 levels naturally then check out this video next: https://youtu.be/q3eBmUCu7KQ
thyroid #hypothyroidism #t4 #thyroidawareness #thyroidproblems
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your m
Iodine is critical for overall health, especially thyroid health. But the question is, how much should you be getting each day? This is an incredibly contentious topic because everyone seems to have a different opinion. What I’m going to do today is break down iodine dosing in a simple and easy-to-understand way so you understand how much you should be taking to minimize negative outcomes while maximizing positive ones.
When you look at the RDA for iodine you’ll see that the recommended dosing should be between 150 and 270 (~300) mcg per day depending on whether or not you are a lactating woman or a pregnant woman. Those who are lactating or pregnant require more than the average adult because they need to make up for what a developing child needs.
What happens when you don’t get enough iodine? You will end up with a goiter and hypothyroidism which is not ideal.
What happens when you get too much? You increase your risk of developing autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease.
How can you prevent these conditions? By sticking to the optimal range of 150 to 300mcg per day of total iodine intake.
This number takes into account your total iodine intake from ALL sources so make sure you account for hidden sources of iodine when determining your total intake.
Hidden sources of iodine include beauty products, foods, supplements, and medications.
If your total iodine intake is too high then you may benefit from temporarily reducing your iodine intake to metabolize the extra iodine out of your body.
iodine #nutrientdeficiencies #nutrition #thyroid #goiter #hypothyroidism #hashimoto #graves
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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No matter how you look at it, your diet has the ability to negatively or positively impact thyroid function. Today I want to talk about what type of changes you can make to the foods that you eat to improve your thyroid if you have hypothyroidism. These tips and tricks will help your thyroid function more optimally so that you can not only produce enough thyroid hormone but also convert that thyroid hormone into its most active form.
These tips are primarily targeted at those with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, low thyroid, and a sluggish thyroid.
Tip 1: Find a whole food-based diet and stick to it for at least 90 days.
It doesn’t really matter which diet you use but here are some of my favorites and some that I have personally recommended to thyroid patients in the past: whole30, elimination diet, keto, carnivore, paleo, AIP, and gluten-free/dairy-free/soy-free.
Tip 2: Avoid calorie-restricted diets. It may be tempting to reduce your calories if you are trying to lose weight but it can be damaging to your thyroid if you do. Instead of using sustained and daily calorie restriction, focus more on intermittent and prolonged fasts.
Tip 3. Eat to reduce inflammation. Foods can either be pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory in nature and you should focus on foods that reduce inflammation rather than promote it.
Foods to eat include fruits, vegetables, non-processed healthy oils, fish, nuts, and seeds.
Foods to eliminate include dairy, gluten, processed foods, seed oils, foods that personally trigger you, coffee, soy, and excessive amounts of goitrogens.
Tip 4. Eat to increase certain nutrients. Thyroid patients have a higher demand for certain nutrients than the average population and you should focus on foods that are rich in the following:
Zinc - oysters, beef Magnesium - pumpkin seeds and chia seeds Selenium - brazil nuts and tuna Iron - red meat or nuts Tyrosine - animal sources of protein Iodine - fish, yogurt
Tip 5. Finally, realize that you may need more than just dietary changes. Things like exercise, the use of supplements, getting enough sleep, and stress management are all important as well.
thyroid #thyroiddiet #thyroiddietplan #thyroidweightloss #hypothyroidism #hashimoto #thyroidproblems
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagno
Thyroid nodules are incredibly common and impact up to 65% of people! The number of people who have thyroid nodules goes up as they age as well leaving a huge number of people with these bundles of joy toward the end of their life.
Why should you care about thyroid nodules? Because sometimes (rarely) they may be cancerous. Luckily, 95% of the time they are benign and don’t do much except cause stress to the patient who has them but if they are present, you do need to keep an eye on them to make sure you aren’t one of the unlucky few who does end up with thyroid cancer over time.
Because of this problem, many patients with nodules are looking for ways to shrink them so let’s talk about how that can happen right now.
Here are 6 potential therapies that may help you reduce the size or eliminate your thyroid nodules but you should be aware that they don’t always work! But even if that’s the case, it’s still always a good idea to use these treatments because they won’t hurt and only have the potential to help.
How to shrink thyroid nodules - Keep your TSH healthy and optimal - Control and monitor iodine intake - Maintain a healthy immune system - Control blood sugar and insulin levels - Avoid unnecessary radiation - Eat lots of fruits and vegetables - People who eat more fruits and vegetables have a lower incidence of nodules
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Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Armour thyroid is one of the most popular natural desiccated thyroid medications on the market. For that reason, we are going to be taking a close look at both the inactive and inactive ingredients found inside of this thyroid medication to see what it’s actually made of.
I plan to do this for all thyroid medications and if you’d like to see my previous video on levothyroxine ingredients you can find that here:
When it comes to active ingredients, Armour thyroid contains the following:
Standardized doses of T4 and T3 and non-standardized doses of T2, T1 (probably), and calcitonin. These are active hormones found inside of this medication. A non-standardized dose just means that it’s probably found in there but they don’t ensure any sort of level between lots.
The inactive ingredients include calcium stearate, dextrose, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, and opadry white.
If you are having issues with Armour thyroid it is almost certainly due to the inactive ingredients as opposed to the active ingredients and the problem can usually be solved by simply switching to a different version of NDT.
Aside from Armour, you can also look into NP thyroid as well as Adthyza which is a relatively new NDT medication.
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Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Is Hashimoto’s considered a fatal disease? Technically, yes, but the reality is that most people will not die directly from Hashimoto’s. In order for this to happen you must neglect your health and thyroid for decades which is very unlikely to happen in developed countries like the United States.
But does that mean you are free from risk if you have Hashimoto’s? Not at all. We know from twin studies that patients with hypothyroidism have a 50% increased risk of mortality compared to the average population and we also know that Hashimoto’s leads to hypothyroidism so this risk is likely relevant to patients with autoimmune thyroid disease as well.
But what causes this risk? It’s not from the thyroid itself but from comorbidities that are associated with hypothyroidism.
These conditions include:
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An increase in cancer risk.
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An increase in cardiovascular disease.
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And an increased risk of obesity which leads to metabolic syndrome, diabetes, hypertension, stroke, and insulin resistance.
This may sound daunting but there’s some really good news here:
You don’t have to accept this risk because you can completely bring your risk back to normal by optimizing thyroid function. You can do this either by taking thyroid medication or by using natural therapies.
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Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Is Hashimoto’s a genetic condition? The short answer is yes but what’s key here is that just because you may have the underlying genetics associated with developing Hashimoto’s doesn’t guarantee that that the disease state will manifest in your body. And this is key. Understanding this genetic component will allow you to live your life in such a way as to avoid certain factors which have the potential to trigger Hashimoto’s. This means you can either a) prevent Hashimoto’s or b) treat your condition upstream if it’s already present. The genes and endogenous factors associated with Hashimoto’s include: - HLA class DR3 and DR5 (there are many others but these are most common)- CTLA4 receptor- PTN22- Female sex- Pregnancy- Skewed X Chromosome inactivationThese by themselves are not enough to trigger the disease, though, as they must be combined with exogenous or environmental factors as well. The environmental factors that trigger these genes include:- High-dose iodine exposure- Infections- Cytokines- Environmental toxicants like EDCs, heavy metals, and radiationThe key here is not to focus on your genes because you can’t change those but to instead focus on what sort of things you put your body into contact with. By controlling these environmental factors you can actually influence your risk of developing Hashimoto’s in a positive way. #hashimoto #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotosdisease #hashimotos #thyroid #hypothyroidism #genetics Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Ever wonder what is actually in levothyroxine? This medication is one of the most prescribed medications in the United States and yet so many people have no idea what they are actually consuming every day. Understanding what’s in this medication is important because some of the ingredients may be causing you problems. When it comes to thyroid medications there are two types of ingredients you should be aware of: 1. Active ingredientsAnd 2. Inactive ingredientsThe active ingredients are usually not the problem for most thyroid patients because this component is dose dependent. You are either taking enough or you aren’t. But this isn’t true for the inactive ingredients. These ingredients can cause hypersensitivity reactions regardless of the dose and may lead to a host of symptoms. The active ingredients found in levothyroxine include: thyroxine. The inactive ingredients include: magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal silicone dioxide, sodium starch glycolate, and color additives depending on the strength and dose you are taking. If you are not doing well on your thyroid medication then take a look at these ingredients and see if they are causing issues. If they are, you may benefit from switching to a cleaner thyroid medication like Tirosint. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto #thyroidproblems #thyroidmedication #thyroidtreatment #thyroidawareness Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Many thyroid patients with autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ don’t realize this but the antibodies that cause thyroid problems (that are associated with these disease states) also cause problems in other tissues in your body. These antibodies are like heat-seeking missiles that target various proteins and receptors in your thyroid gland which results in abnormalities in thyroid function as well as thyroid gland damage. We are also learning that these antibodies can cause harm and damage to other tissues as well depending on which antibody you have present in your body. Let’s go over each antibody and the problems they can cause: Thyroid peroxidase antibody:- Hashimoto’s encephalitis- Infertility- Vasculo-placental complications- Health in aged women- Increased cancer incidence in breast, colon, kidney, and uterus- Decreased survival rate in breast cancer patientsThyroglobulin antibody:- Infertility- Increased cancer incidence of breast, colon, kidney, and uterus- Decreased survival rate in breast cancer patientsThyroid-stimulating hormone receptor antibody: - Graves’ orbitopathy- Graves’ dermatopathy- Increased cancer incidence of breast, colon, kidney, uterus, and ovary#hashimoto #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotosdisease #graves #gravesdisease #hypothyroidism #hyperthyroidism #thyroid Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Early research suggests that up to 30% of thyroid patients currently taking thyroid medication may not need it. That’s great and all but what does that mean for you? How can you tell if you are in that lucky 30%? Well, if you’ve ever wondered about that I’ve got some good news for you:We have some signs that, if present, indicate that you have a higher likelihood of getting off of your thyroid medication. In addition to these positive signs, we also have some negative ones as well and today I’m going to go over both.Before we jump in, you should be aware that this data is still emerging so it’s subject to change as we get more information. If it does change then you can bet I will provide you with that updated information but, for now, this is what we have. These positive signs indicate you have a higher likelihood of getting off and staying off of thyroid medication: - If you’ve been using thyroid medication for less than 4 years. - If you had a normal free T4 on diagnosis. - If your current TSH is less than 1.8. - If you are taking a low dose of thyroid medication (usually less than 50 mcg).- If you are a woman (women are 2x more likely to get off their thyroid medication).These are unfavorable signs: - If you have a heterogenous thyroid on ultrasound.- If you have positive thyroid peroxidase antibodies with diffuse echogenicity on thyroid ultrasound.- If your TSH was greater than 8 at the time of diagnosis.- If your treated TSH is greater than 9.- If you were diagnosed at a young age.- If you had a positive thyroglobulin antibody level at the time of diagnosis. The presence or absence of any of these signs doesn’t guarantee anything so don’t get discouraged if you have a lot of negative signs and few positive signs. #thyroid #thyroidmedication #levothyroxine #synthroid #thyroidproblems #hashimoto #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotosdisease Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider
Contrary to popular belief, hypothyroidism doesn’t have to be a disease that lasts forever. While there certainly are irreversible causes of hypothyroidism there are also plenty of reversible causes as well. And today I want to focus on just that:Reversible causes of hypothyroidism. If any of these underlying causes of hypothyroidism have caused your thyroid disease then there is hope that you may be able to get off of your thyroid medication! And that’s why understanding this information is so important. With that in mind, let’s jump in: 1. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis: Hashimoto’s can cause both a reversible and irreversible hypothyroid state, depending on the severity of the disease. 2. Stress: Stress can cause a time-limited hypothyroid state that typically returns to normal after a few months to years. 3. Acute and chronic illness: Both acute and chronic illness can result in a euthyroid sick syndrome which makes you look hypothyroid but resolves once the illness has resolved. 4. Iodine deficiency: Iodine deficiency causes hypothyroidism that resolves with iodine supplementation. 5. Dieting and calorie restriction: Both calorie restriction and dieting can cause changes in thyroid lab tests which look like hypothyroidism. These lab changes resolve after a few years, typically. 6. Prescription medications: Many prescription medications can cause hypothyroidism including lithium and amiodarone. 7. Other nutrient deficiencies: Deficiencies in vitamin A, iron, selenium, and zinc can all lead to decreased thyroid function and may cause full-blown hypothyroidism. #hypothyroidism #thyroid #hashimoto #thyroidtreatment #thyroidawareness #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotosdisease #thyroidtreatment Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or
Does it feel like everyone is getting thyroid disease right now? When you look at the numbers, it’s clear that the amount of people getting diagnosed with thyroid diseases like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism is increasing. The question is why? Well, no one knows for sure but I have some ideas as to why this might be the case. Let’s take a look at what conventional doctors say about this very problem and what my opinion is and why they differ. Here are some potential reasons why thyroid disease is increasing and becoming more common: 1. Better diagnostic testing: Whenever you look at increasing numbers of something you always need to consider the fact that technology and better testing may account for that increase. In the case of thyroid disease, it’s probably not the case that better and more advanced testing is the cause here because most doctors still use the TSH. 2. More patient awareness: There’s no question that patient awareness is playing a role but the role is probably not as big as you might think. That’s because doctors are still hesitant and reluctant to use the right tests to diagnose thyroid disease. 3. Higher levels of baseline stress among the population: The thyroid gland is very sensitive to stress and we know that people have more negative experiences now than they did previously. 4. A higher toxic burden owing to endocrine disruptor exposure: The thyroid gland is also very sensitive to chemicals called endocrine disruptors. As these build up in your system, there’s no doubt that they can impact thyroid function. 5. General weight gain among the population along with an unhealthy lifestyle that is becoming more common: This is probably the biggest factor of all. Not getting enough sleep, not exercising, experiencing too much stress, and eating processed foods can all slow down thyroid function. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #thyroidtreatment #thyroidawareness #hashimoto #thyroiddisease Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any q
I’ve been helping patients with Hashimoto’s for a long time and throughout that time I’ve seen a lot of bad information, misinformation, and just plain wrong information. What I want to do today is just set the record straight. Here are 4 things that I wish every patient with Hashimoto’s knew either early on in their diagnosis or right when they were diagnosed. Understanding these facts will help shape your understanding of your disease and better help you navigate the world you are about to step into. Without further ado, here they are: The first fact: If left untreated, Hashimoto’s will result in thyroid gland atrophy. Atrophy just means that it shrinks and once it gets to this point, it’s no longer functional. Your goal should be to prevent this from happening. The second fact: You can put your Hashimoto’s into remission but curing Hashimoto’s isn’t really possible. Curing implies that the disease goes away forever which isn’t usually the case. Remission is a better term because it means you can 100% manage your symptoms and bring your thyroid antibodies down to a normal level. Again, this should always be your goal. The third fact: You don’t always need thyroid medication if you have Hashimoto’s. Mild cases of Hashimoto’s can often be treated with just natural treatments like diet, lifestyle changes, and even supplements. More advanced cases may require thyroid medications like levothyroxine and Synthroid. The fourth fact: Hashimoto’s has the potential to cause both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism but most patients will end up hypothyroid. #hashimoto #hashimotosthyroiditis #hashimotos #hashimotosdisease #thyroid #hypothyroidism Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #h
Thyroid conversion is one of the most important aspects of thyroid function that thyroid patients need to be aware of. Thyroid conversion refers to the ability that your body has to take inactive thyroid hormone and turn it into active T3 thyroid hormone. Throughout your time as a thyroid patient, you may have heard others mention that they have issues with thyroid conversion. Have you ever wondered how these people know? There are a few ways to find this information and today we are going to be talking about how to test for this problem. Before I do, let’s talk about some facts as it relates to your thyroid, T4, and T3: Fact #1. T3 thyroid hormone is by far the single most important thyroid hormone in your body. It is roughly 300 times more biologically active than T4 thyroid hormone. Fact #2. Most thyroid hormone produced by your body is NOT T3 but is actually T4. Fact #3. Only 20% of T3 in your body is directly produced by the thyroid gland. Fact #4. Roughly 80% of T3 is created through peripheral thyroid conversion in various tissues in your body. Fact #5. Doctors know that this conversion process occurs and is important but pay NO attention to the process as they assume that it is always occurring. Fact #6. There are several KNOWN issues that slow down or inhibit this conversion process including genetic factors that are outside of your control. These facts are important because they lay the groundwork for why we need the tests that we need and why so many thyroid patients miss thyroid conversion issues. When it comes to testing for thyroid conversion there are 2 sets of labs that you should be aware of. The first is the required lab tests which include:- Free T3- Free T4- Reverse T3And the second is the optional but highly recommended set of labs which include: - SHBG - Total T3- TSHYou don’t have to get the optional lab tests but they are highly recommended. Once you get your labs you can look for patterns which help you understand if you have a thyroid conversion problem. Some of the more common patterns include:#1. High free T4 and low free T3#2. Low free T4 and low free T3#3. High reverse T3#4. Low to normal TSH with symptoms of hypothyroidismAll 4 of these patterns can be associated with thyroid conversion issues. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It s
Did you know that with the clever use of some over-the-counter supplements and one prescription medication you can re-create all of the benefits found in natural desiccated thyroid hormone formulas?Doing this allows you to make whatever thyroid medication you are using even more effective by mimicking what makes NDT so great. Why is this important? Because when Nature-throid and WP Thyroid were removed from the market, there were a ton of thyroid patients who started doing poorly when they were transitioned over. In addition, we have a ton of thyroid patients using levothyroxine who are still experiencing low thyroid symptoms. The tips and tricks I’m about to share assume that you are starting with a levothyroxine base but all of these tricks can be applied to any thyroid medication including NDT and T3 formulations. Step #1. Add a thyroid glandular. Using a thyroid glandular allows to benefit from the proteins, enzymes, and pro-hormones naturally found in NDT. Step #2. Add T2 thyroid hormone. NDT contains a small amount of T2 thyroid hormone which you can get in supplement form. Step #3. Add T3 thyroid hormone. NDT contains both T4 and T3 thyroid hormone which means you’ll need to add T3 to your base of levothyroxine to mimic it. (Optional) Step #4. Add an iodine supplement. NDT contains about 130mcg of iodine per grain so if you are trying to re-create NDT you will want to take this iodine component into account. You can get thyroid glandulars and iodine here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-glandular-plus/ You can get T2 here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/essential-t2/ T3 you will need to get from your doctor. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hy
Adthyza is a relatively new thyroid medication that was released within the last 1-2 years. I say new because that’s still pretty new in the grand scheme of things especially when it’s so rare to see a new thyroid medication. *note: I am not paid by Adthyza or any pharmaceutical company! I don’t even have a very favorable opinion of this medication and I’m just sharing what I think. How does Adthyza compare to other thyroid medications? Let’s discuss: First, you should know that Adthyza is a porcine derived thyroid medication which means it falls into the family of natural desiccated thyroid hormone. This means it should be compared to medications like Armour thyroid and NP thyroid. Adthyza contains a combination of T4 and T3 thyroid hormone and markets itself as a sort of cleaner option compared to what’s available. According to their own website, Adthyza claims to be lactose, gluten, corn, dye, and latex free. While you can consider this to be low allergen, I don’t think you can consider it to be very clean as both NP thyroid and armour thyroid have fewer total fillers. Adthyza contains 6 inactive fillers and both NP thyroid and armour thyroid contain 4. Having said that, I still think having another option is great for thyroid patients because it means that if you’ve tried and failed both armour and NP thyroid, you still have some other options. I also like the fact that Adthyza is trying to build more transparency by allowing you to look up the concentration of each dose based on lot. This is no doubt in response to the recent issues that thyroid medications have had to super potent and sub potent lots. All in all, Adthyza is a step in the right direction but ultimately fails to meet the needs of thyroid patients. Most thyroid patients probably don’t need to switch over to it unless they aren’t doing well on their current regimen. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Med
Can certain exercises help your thyroid gland function? Not in a direct way but perhaps in an indirect way! And that’s exactly what these neck exercises are designed to do. You can indirectly support thyroid function by exercising your neck which can help in a number of different ways:#1. Neck exercises can help improve blood flow to the area of your neck. Working out the muscles in your neck will increase blood flow to the musculature itself. Your thyroid will benefit due to its proximity to these muscles. #2. Neck exercises help improve venous outflow out of your thyroid gland. Bringing new blood into your neck will mean blood must flow out of it! #3. Neck exercises can help improve lymphatic flow OUT of your neck. The lymphatic system is designed to help carry waste products away from your cells so your body can eliminate them. Exercising muscles is known to improve this system. #4. Neck exercises can bring balance to the musculature of the neck and help with things like tension headaches, trigger points, and neck pain. The following 6 neck exercises (as demonstrated in the video) can be used each day to indirectly benefit your thyroid gland. Each exercise should be used for 30 seconds one after another for a total of 3 minutes. I’ve named the exercises but you should check out the video demonstration so you can see how they are performed. The 6 exercises include:#1. The up down. #2. The side to side. #3. Shake your head no. #4. Forward head pulse. #5. Horizontal head slide. #6. Around the world. Give these neck exercises a try to see if you can improve your posture, improve blood flow to your head and neck, and indirectly support your thyroid! Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this we
A new study of over 600,000 thyroid patients from Taiwan suggested that thyroid patients taking levothyroxine have a 50% increased risk of developing cancer at any site. While concerning, the results of this study certainly do not prove that levothyroxine causes cancer but every thyroid patient taking levothyroxine should be aware of this potential connection. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cas.14908 This information is not meant to cause fear or alarm but to simply break down this study, explain some of the issues with the study, and some of the key takeaways. Let’s start with the problems first:#1. The study was retrospective. Retrospective studies look backward in time at existing data and can show a correlation between things but do not necessarily prove causation. This is very important because many thyroid patients suffer from conditions that can also increase cancer risk and these must be taken into account. #2. More research is still needed before any definitive conclusion is made. This is only one study and before any claim can be definitely made, there must be other studies that account for the issues listed above. #3. We don’t have information on other thyroid medications. This study only took into account levothyroxine and didn’t account for other thyroid medications that may be better for thyroid management such as NDT formulations. #4. Even though levothyroxine is synthetic, it is still bioidentical. The fact that levothyroxine is body identical or bioidentical is good because it means it’s less likely to result in cancer. Bioidentical hormones can impact cancer risk but typically only if they are dosed incorrectly (either too much or too little). Some key takeaways and lessons from this study include:#1. Don’t take thyroid medication unless you need it! I have many articles and videos which can help you determine if you are someone that may be able to get off of their thyroid medication. #2. It may be difficult for some thyroid patients to get thyroid medication from here on out. This can be both a good and a bad thing. #3. Instead of getting worried about what thyroid medication you are taking, focus more on the dose of that medication. Focus more on optimizing your free thyroid hormone levels as that will probably have the biggest impact on your risk of cancer. #4. Even if you can’t control your thyroid medication you can still control other factors which can influence your own personal risk of cancer. Eating healthy whole foods, avoiding alcohol, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and so on can all impact your cancer risk. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical l
Do you feel like your thyroid medication just isn’t working as it should? Do you still have symptoms of low thyroid even though you are taking your thyroid medication faithfully? It could be that your dose is just not high enough and that you need to increase it. This problem is actually more common than you might think. It’s been estimated that as many as 25-30% of thyroid patients may be taking too much thyroid medication at any given time. We don’t know the numbers for how many people are not taking enough but it’s probably safe to assume that it’s at least equal to the number of people taking too much. This promotes a big problem for thyroid patients because you simply won’t feel better if your dose is not sufficient. The good news? There are ways to determine just based on your symptoms if your dose is too low. Let’s talk about those right now. Signs that your thyroid medication dose is too low include:#1. Gaining weight despite taking your thyroid medication every day#2. Fatigue that is getting worse or doesn’t get better#3. Hair loss that either gets worse or persists#4. Continued constipation (may get slightly better or worse)#5. Cold intolerance that persists#6. Continued menstrual problems (may also get worse with some thyroid medication)#7. Depression and/or anxiety that persists or get worse#8. Pain in the joints/muscles#9. Dry skinDo you feel that your dose of thyroid medication is optimized? Or do you think it needs to be adjusted?Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
Thyroid gland massage is something that has gained momentum and attention lately. And when I talk about thyroid gland massage I am not talking about massage therapy for your thyroid gland. I’m talking about actual massage of the thyroid gland itself. Why are some people considering thyroid gland massage as a treatment for hypothyroidism? Well, the reason is as follows:Because the thyroid gland is almost a spongy-like material and because it has some storage capacity of thyroid hormone, massaging the thyroid gland may release thyroid hormone and alleviate or improve low thyroid symptoms. It sounds good in theory but there are several reasons why I do not recommend that you massage your thyroid gland. Here are the biggest reasons:#1. You may cause inflammation and make matters much worse. The number 1 cause of hypothyroidism in the US is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. The hallmark of Hashimoto’s is inflammation and immune cell infiltration of the thyroid gland. Do you know what happens when you physically touch or palpate inflamed tissue? It gets worse! Massaging a gland with Hashimoto’s may make your condition worse and should be avoided. #2. There’s no way to know how much thyroid hormone you are releasing when you massage the thyroid gland. Even if it was a good idea to massage your gland to release thyroid hormone, there’s no way to know how much hormone you are releasing. In other words, you are just as likely to make yourself hyperthyroid as you are to feel yourself feel better. Having said all of that, there are still things that you CAN do instead of thyroid gland massage that can be helpful:#1. Massage therapy of the body and especially the head and neck. #2. Neck exercises to balance musculature in the neck area. #3. Chiropractic work or osteopathic therapy. #4. Lymphatic work. #5. Trigger point injection therapy. These options can all be used in place of thyroid gland massage and can help improve thyroid function by improving the muscles and tissues that surround the thyroid gland. Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to y
Did you know that your gut and your thyroid are connected? If you have a problem with one you will almost always have a problem with the other. Your thyroid helps to control how quickly your gut moves and how much stomach acid you produce. When your thyroid is low it slows down how quickly your intestines move and lowers how much stomach acid you produce.The result? Constipation, overgrowth of bacteria, acid reflux, and a reduction in absorption of key nutrients. The relationship between your thyroid and your gut is more complicated than this, though, as gut problems can also lead to thyroid problems. Sometimes it’s hard to figure out which came first which is why treating your gut is always a great idea. Here is a list of 10 gut issues that thyroid patients frequently suffer from:#1. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. #2. Small intestinal fungal overgrowth. #3. GERD or acid reflux. #4. Decreased kinetic bowel movement or gastroparesis. #5. Low stomach acid. #6. H. pylori infections. #7. Malabsoprtion. #8. Celiac disease. #9. Gallstones. #10. Autoimmune gastritis. The key to fixing your thyroid is often a combination of treating BOTH your gut and your thyroid at the same time. Because thyroid disease can perpetuate gut dysfunction it’s always necessary to optimize thyroid function either with natural treatments or with thyroid medication. But doing both things at the same time is almost always the best approach. Do you have gut problems and thyroid problems? Do you think they are connected? Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
One of the best ways to naturally treat Hashimoto’s is by increasing glutathione. Glutathione is the master antioxidant in your cells and a master detoxifier. The production of glutathione prevents thyroid gland damage and can help clean up free radicals after your thyroid gland creates thyroid hormone. We know that some patients with Hashimoto’s are not able to produce enough glutathione which is what may trigger thyroid gland inflammation in these patients. But what if you could do things to help your body produce more glutathione to try and prevent thyroid gland damage? That’s where these therapies step in. They are helpful for those with Hashimoto’s but they will benefit pretty much anyone including those with thyroid disease of any type. Here are 10 ways that you can naturally increase glutathione levels in your body:#1. Glycine supplements. Glycine is a building block for glutathione. Taking glycine may help your body produce more on its own. #2. Take a glutathione supplement. You can directly take a glutathione supplement! These work great but are used quickly by the body. #3. Use a coffee enema. Coffee enemas may increase glutathione levels by up to 600%. #4. Take a selenium supplement. Selenium is required by your thyroid gland to produce glutathione. #5. Eat foods high in sulfur (lots of fruits and vegetables). Sulfur is necessary to produce glutathione so you can eat foods which contain this building block. #6. If you aren’t able to get sulfur in your diet then try these supplements: - Sulforaphane- Milk thistle- A comprehensive B complex#7. Use whey protein or raw milk. If you can tolerate dairy then raw milk and whey protein may be an option. Both are rich in amino acids that your body needs to produce glutathione. #8. Take a magnesium supplement. Magnesium is required for ATP production which is required by your cells to produce glutathione. #9. Get enough sleep (8 hours per night). #10. Improve thyroid function to improve ATP production. If you have low thyroid function then this must be addressed! Persistent hypothyroidism will lead to decreased cellular ATP and energy production. #11. Treat and reverse insulin resistance (if present). The presence of insulin resistance can impair how much glutathione you produce naturally. Treat this condition if it is present. These treatments will help your body naturally produce glutathione on its own which may help to reduce thyroid gland inflammation and thyroid gland damage in those with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. They can be combined with other treatments for Hashimoto’s as well! Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so
Having trouble getting iodine supplements into your body? If so, this episode is for you. While most people who take iodine supplements will have absolutely no issues, there are a handful of people who may experience negative side effects. But what causes these side effects? Why do some people react negatively to something that your body needs and uses on a daily basis? Even though iodine is required to produce thyroid hormone, there are some situations in which it may result in unwanted symptoms. There is always an answer for these symptoms, though, so don’t blame iodine right away! Often, the cause is not iodine itself but other problems that already exist in your body. Here are some symptoms that patients may experience while taking iodine supplements: - Acne-like pustules- Racing heart- Sweating- Headaches- Fatigue- Changes to your weight- Nausea- Stomach pain- Metallic taste in the mouth- Joint pain or muscle pain- Changes to your hair, skin, or nails- Thyroid gland pain- Swelling in the neck- Other symptoms of hyperthyroidism- Other symptoms of hypothyroidismIodine can have an impact on thyroid function so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that some people who use iodine notice changes in their thyroid!These changes can result in symptoms ranging from hyperthyroidism (rare) to worsening hypothyroidism (rare) and even detox reactions like acne from the elimination of halides. The good news is that there is an explanation for these side effects and they aren’t all bad. Have you had issues in taking iodine supplements? If so, let me know below! Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
These hypothyroid supplements for women may help improve estrogen balance, enhance libido, help with weight loss, improve thyroid function, and more. Women can benefit from a number of different supplements because of the interaction that thyroid hormone has with other sex hormones. If you’ve listened to my other videos then you know I’m a big fan of supplements for thyroid patients so if you don’t see some of the more common supplements listed here it’s not because they don’t work but instead because I want to focus on supplements that primarily help women who have hypothyroidism. With that in mind, here’s is the list:#1. GlutationeGlutathione can help reduce thyroid gland inflammation. #2. TyrosineTyrosine is required for thyroid hormone production and can help those with adrenal problems. #3. GuggulGuggul helps your thyroid convert T4 into T3. #4. RhodiolaRhodiola is an adrenal adaptogen that balance cortisol and helps improve energy. #5. MacaMaca is another adaptogen that helps with libido and sex hormone balance. #6. Calcium D glucarateCalcium d glucarate can help your body metabolism estrogen and assist with detoxification of EDC’s. #7. Adrenal GlandularsAdrenal glandulars help treat adrenal fatigue and improve energy levels. #8. Thyroid glandularsThyroid glandulars help improve thyroid function and provide ingredients not found in other supplements. Are you currently using these hypothyroid supplements? If so, how did they work for you? Let me know in the comments! Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video. #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto’s
This video outlines how to optimize your thyroid medication so that you can get back to feeling 100%. There’s no question that many thyroid patients continue to suffer with low thyroid symptoms despite taking their thyroid medication faithfully. As a result, this has prompted some thyroid patients to believe that perhaps the issue is related to the treatments for hypothyroidism. I’ve been getting a lot questions asking me when will new types of treatments for thyroid disease become available. Unfortunately, this type of thinking is not really the right way to look at the problem. Yes, there are a lot of thyroid patients suffering but it’s not necessarily of available treatments and more an issue of how they are using those treatments. When you look at thyroid medications you will find that every single one is bio-identical to your thyroid. In other words, that means that all thyroid medications look identical to the thyroid hormone that your body produces naturally. In other words, the treatments are pretty good. The issue stems from how you take it.If you aren’t feeling well then you can consider making these changes to optimize your thyroid medication:#1. Change the type of thyroid medication that you are taking. Many thyroid patients are only aware of levothyroxine and synthyroid but there are many subcategories of thyroid medication including:T4 only thyroid medications. T4 + T3 combinations of thyroid medications. NDT formulations. And T3 only medications. #2. Change how you take your thyroid medication. There are 3 different ways that you can take your thyroid medication including:Orally (swallowing your pill) Sublingually (dissolving your medication under your tongue)Injection form (taking your thyroid medication via injection)#3. Change the time of day that you take your thyroid medication. You can take your thyroid medication at different times of the day including:In the morningIn the eveningSplitting your dose and taking it multiple times throughout the dayAlternate daily total doses of your medication#4. Change your dose of thyroid medication. Lastly, you can adjust your thyroid medication either up or down. If you do this make sure you wait at least 4-6 weeks to determine if it has worked for you! Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:- Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej- Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ- Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ- Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHoSee ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCSDisclaimer:Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be
Want to know the best protein powder if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? Stay tuned to find out what I recommend most frequently to thyroid patients!
I’m a big fan of protein powder for thyroid patients because it provides so many benefits. Some of these benefits include: - Helps with weight loss - Provides you with a quick an easy meal - Helps control your appetite - Easy way to get extra nutrients into your body - It’s easy to prepare and tastes great
Having said that, not all protein powders are created equal and using the wrong type of protein powder can actually make your thyroid worse.
Today I want to talk about the 3 most common types of protein powders that most Hashimoto’s patients are aware of and discuss the pros and cons of each.
First up we have whey protein.
Whey protein is probably the most common type of protein powder available and the protein powder that most people use.
Pros of whey protein powder include: - Results in an increase in glutathione production - Lowest calorie per protein compared to other protein powders - Rapidly digested and easily absorbed by the body - Has a better taste compared to other types of protein powders - Rich in the amino acid leucine which is ideal for muscle building
Cons of whey protein powder include: - Hashimoto’s patients may be sensitive to whey - May cause gut discomfort - Not all forms of whey protein are created equal - Many contain inactive ingredients such as dyes and fillers
Next up we have plant based protein powders such as pea, brown rice, chia, hemp, pumpkin, soy, and other blends.
Pros of plant based protein powders include: - Usually well tolerated by thyroid patients - Usually well absorbed - Amino acid blend is close to that of whey - Usually contains fewer inactive ingredients
Cons of plant based protein powders include: - Taste can be an issue for some - More calories per gram of protein - May come from a GMO source
Third we have hydrolyzed beef protein powder
Pros of hydrolyzed beef protein powder include: - Paleo and AIP friendly - May be ideal for those with multiple food intolerances
Cons of hydrolyzed beef protein powder include: - It is the most expensive per serving of all protein powders - It is animal-based so it’s not ideal if you are avoiding beef due to religious reasons or due to allergies - Taste and mouth feel are different compared to plant and whey protein powders - The source matters!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.
Over the past 6 years, I’ve had the opportunity to help thousands of thyroid patients. I’ve seen and responded to thousands of emails, I’ve personally helped many patients 1 on 1, and over 70,000 thyroid patients have used my supplements to date.
I’m not saying this to brag but just to let you know that I’ve done nothing but eat, breathe, and sleep thyroid-related things for the last 6 years! And over these last 6 years, I’ve learned a thing or two that I want to share with you.
My goal has been and will continue to be, to help thyroid patients feel better. I don’t know of any other group of patients who get ignored more than thyroid patients by their doctors. Part of feeling better is getting the right information and arming yourself with the right knowledge.
With that in mind, let’s get into these 6 lessons:
1. Act fast
The best thing you can do if you have a thyroid problem is act NOW! Thyroid disease can and will take away the best parts of your life if you left it. Acting fast will ensure that you take control of your thyroid and not the reverse.
2. Start small
There’s a lot of information out there and it can be confusing. Instead of focusing on trying to learn it all just focus on doing SOMETHING. Don’t let information overload paralyze you.
3. Learn from your mistakes
There is no one sized fits all treatment paradigm for thyroid patients and, as a result, you will have to be your own guinea pig. The sooner you figure this out the better!
4. Listen to people who have done it before
Don’t listen to random people on the internet! Find information from people who are back at 100% health and who have helped other people get there too.
5. Be consistent
It’s normal to have some ups and downs. Changing your diet isn’t easy, exercising regularly isn’t easy, the key is to have more up days than down days. Consistency is the key to progress.
6. Focus but don’t obsess
It’s important to realize that your thyroid is important but it’s also important to realize that it’s not everything! Don’t become consumed with your health to the point that it becomes a problem.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relati
These Hashimoto’s flare up symptoms will help you determine if your symptoms are related to a flare up or related to something else.
Those with Hashimoto’s may experience what is referred to as a Hashimoto’s flare up. This occurs when something triggers your immune system to flare up and increase its attack on your thyroid gland.
These flare ups are often associated with very specific symptoms that are often different from the regular day to day symptoms that most thyroid patients experience.
Symptoms from a flare up stem from a combination of both thyroid and immune problems whereas thyroid symptoms tend to come directly from the thyroid gland.
Knowing you are in a flare up is important because you will want to treat the cause of that flare up ASAP!
A Hashimoto’s flare up is usually associated with direct thyroid gland damage from the immune response and you want to stop that as quickly as you possibly can.
Here is a list of Hashimoto’s flare-up symptoms that you may experience in a flare-up:
- Sudden or unexplained weight gain (or an increase in weight gain from what is considered normal for you)
- Sudden or worsening fatigue
- Heat in the neck or thyroid gland area
- Thyroid pain (uncommon but can occur)
- Difficulty swallowing or feeling pressure in the neck when talking/eating/drinking
- General feeling of weakness or malaise
- New joint pain and/or muscular pain (or worsening of existing pain)
- New racing heart or sensation of palpitations
- Jittery sensation or uncomfortable rush or nervous energy
- Abrupt onset of brain fog, difficulty concentrating or inability to focus on difficult tasks
- Changes to your gut function (usually constipation but could also be diarrhea)
- Acute symptoms of hyperthyroidism
- Acute symptoms of hypothyroidism
Have you been in a flare up before? If so, what type of symptoms did you experience?
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical
Did you know that there are at least 10 different tests for your thyroid? Well, there are actually more but these 10 are by far the most important.
If you are someone who is still feeling poorly despite taking thyroid medication or if you are someone who has been told that they are "normal" even though you don’t feel normal then this information is for you!
It’s also helpful for pretty much anyone that wants to accurately assess thyroid function.
These lab tests help provide information no how well your thyroid gland is functioning, how much free and active thyroid hormone is floating around in your body, how well your body is converting thyroid hormone, what your thyroid gland looks like, and whether or not your other tissues are utilizing it.
If you’ve only been tested for your TSH or free T4 then I have good news for you! There are many additional tests that you can use and order which will shed more light on your thyroid function.
As a thyroid patient, you will want to get these labs checked at least one time (preferably more):
1. TSH
2. Free T3
3. Free T4
4. Total T3
5. Reverse T3
6. Sex Hormone Binding globulin
7. Thyroglobulin antibodies
8. Thyroid peroxidase antibodies
9. Thyroid Stimulating immunoglobulins
10. Thyroid ultrasound
11. Your clinical symptoms
You don’t need to continually get these checked every time you see your doctor but there’s a good argument to be made for checking all of them at baseline to see where you fall.
Have you had all of these tests done? If not, do you plan on getting them done? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Is it possible to naturally increase free T3 levels? The answer is yes! There are actually two ways to do it.
The first way I call the easy way. This way is easy because it involves the use of thyroid medications like Cytomel and liothyronine. If you take T3 thyroid medication then you will increase your free t3 levels.
Unfortunately, it’s not easy to get those medications from your doctor which is why we need to talk about the second way or the not-so-easy way! Fortunately, these things ARE within your control and are things that you can do.
Why should you care? Because T3 is the most biologically active thyroid hormone and is hundreds of times more powerful than T4.
Here are 6 things that you can do to increase your free T3 levels:
1. Optimize key nutrients - zinc, selenium, Guggul, anti-oxidants, and anti-inflammatory nutrients.
These nutrients all help the T4 to T3 conversion process in various ways.
2. Improve your gut health
Up to 20% of thyroid conversion occurs in the gut. Even minor gut issues may impair conversion!
3. Reduce reverse T3 levels.
High reverse T3 levels may automatically reduce free T3 levels. If you can lower your reverse T3 then you will naturally increase free T3 levels.
4. Check your ferritin
Low iron and low ferritin result in abnormal T4:T3 ratios.
5. Focus on liver health
Improve liver health by eating vegetables that contain sulfur, cruciferous vegetables, avoid alcohol, take milk thistle, dandelion, turmeric, MSM, calcium d glucarate
6. Treat your adrenals
Adrenal function is related to thyroid function. Treating your thyroid does not necessarily or automatically treat your adrenals.
7. Exercise
Lastly, any type of exercise can naturally improve T4 and T3 levels!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other infor
Did you know that hypothyroidism can cause chronic pain? It’s one of the top 10 most common side effects from low thyroid function and not many people are aware of it.
Chronic pain can come in the form of joint pain, muscle pain, or just aches and pains throughout your entire body and it is directly tied to thyroid function.
Why does it occur in thyroid patients? Through something called tissue level hypothyroidism.
This is the idea that even though some of your tissues may be getting enough thyroid hormone it may not be true for all of your tissues.
It goes something like this:
Imagine you are taking thyroid medication and that medication is getting to most of your body but not to your muscle tissues. If it doesn’t get to your muscle tissues then it won’t allow those muscles to produce enough energy which means you may experience trigger points.
If these trigger points are not fixed then they may be the source of potentiation for pain which can be felt on exam.
This is why there is a strong connection between thyroid function and fibromyalgia.
How can you fix this issue? By focusing on these 3 things:
1. Get on T3 thyroid medication (this can either be in the form of cytomel, liothyronine, or NDT).
2. Exercise to tolerance (this means exercising to the point that you push your body and muscles to their maximum capacity).
3. Use muscle therapy to help eliminate the trigger points and normalize skeletal muscle tissue. You can do this with manual massage, vibration therapy, trigger point injection therapy, or myofascial release.
Are you experiencing chronic pain? Do you think it’s from your thyroid? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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LDN, which stands for low dose naltrexone, can be used to treat various treatments including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. But what is LDN? How does it work? And how do you dose it? We are going to talk about all of these today.
LDN is a medication used to treat alcohol addiction but is sometimes used off-label to treat autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
LDN works by blocking opioid receptors. When used at lower doses, it causes a temporary blockage of the receptors which results in a paradoxical increase in endorphins. These endorphins can then help to reduce inflammation and may help reduce pain and balance the immune system.
The standard dose of Naltrexone for alcohol addiction is 50mg but when used in off-label for treating autoimmune diseases, the dose is much less.
Standard dosing is somewhere between 1.5mg and 4.5mg per day but can go as low as 0.5mg all the way up to 13.5mg.
Typically, LDN is very well tolerated and has few side effects. As many as 50% of people notice an improvement while taking LDN, 20% notice a minimal change, 20% notice no change, and up to 10% may feel slightly worse.
If you want to get LDN you will need to get a prescription from a compounding pharmacy. Alternatively, you may also be able to find it in other medications such as Contrave (though the dosing does vary).
Have you used LDN before? Did it work for you? Let me know in the comments below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Should you go gluten free if you have a thyroid problem? My answer is probably and, in this video, I lay out 5 reasons as to why I think most thyroid patients should consider it.
Going gluten free is almost always a good idea if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease because these are autoimmune diseases.
And we know from many clinical studies as well as patient reports that thyroid patients with these conditions often benefit tremendously from going gluten free.
But what about other thyroid patients? What about thyroid patients who have hypothyroidism but not from Hashimoto’s? Should these patients still go gluten free?
My answer is yes for these 5 reasons:
1. 70 to 90% of patients with hypothyroidism do indeed have Hashimto’s thyroiditis.
2. Going gluten free limits your diet and may help you keep your dietary goals.
3. There’s nothing to lose by going gluten free for 90 days.
4. Many thyroid patients report feeling better on a gluten free diet.
5. Going gluten free usually helps reduce carb intake which may help with weight loss and insulin resistance.
It’s definitely not the case that everyone with a thyroid problem MUST be gluten free but I’ve found that many patients with thyroid problems could benefit from this type of diet and they aren’t taking advantage of it.
Are you someone who has gone gluten free? Did it help? Let me know in the comments!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto’s: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Thyroid detox is one way that you can naturally improve your thyroid to help manage your symptoms.
Whether you realize it or not, you are coming into contact with chemicals each and every day that have the ability to negatively impact thyroid function.
These chemicals are referred to as endocrine-disrupting chemicals and they can sit on the thyroid receptor on your cells and prevent your thyroid from doing its job.
Detoxing allows you to get rid of these chemicals more efficiently to help your thyroid function optimally. And that's exactly what we are going to talk about today.
We are going to discuss 5 ways that you can naturally improve the detoxification systems that exist in your body.
By augmenting these systems you can help eliminate toxins that may cause low thyroid symptoms.
These 5 areas include:
1. Sweating.
Improve how much you sweat by using a sauna or by exercising.
2. Lymphatic drainage.
Enhance lymphatic drainage with dry brushing, exercising, muscle contraction, or massage.
3. Liver health and liver function.
Enhance liver function through diet by eating cruciferous vegetables or sulfur containing foods, taking certain supplements like milk thistle, or by using spices such as turmeric and ginger.
4. Gut health and bowel movements.
Improve gut function by focusing on thyroid function, by taking prokinetic supplements, or by taking vitamin C and magnesium citrate.
5. Kidney function and urine.
Drink enough water every day to make sure that your urine runs clear!
Find out how you can naturally improve these systems to get around the fact that thyroid patients have a hard time with detoxification due to how the thyroid impacts how much you sweat and bowel movements.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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5 reasons your thyroid really, really needs zinc. Zinc is important for supporting thyroid function regardless of what type of thyroid problem you have.
It's important if you have Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, no thyroid, if you've had your thyroid ablated, and even if you've had hyperthyroidism.
Why is zinc so important for your thyroid? Check out these 5 reasons:
1. Zinc deficiency inhibits TRH synthesis.
A lack of zinc will reduce TSH and free T3/free T4 levels due to TRH suppression.
2. Zinc is necessary for T4 to T3 conversion.
If you don't have enough zinc then you won't be able to produce enough T3.
3. Zinc deficiency can cause hypothyroid symptoms.
Replacing low zinc is sufficient to improve low thyroid symptoms in certain individuals.
4. Zinc deficiency leads to suppression of T lymphocytes.
Zinc deficiency may increase your risk of developing Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
5. Hypothyroidism can cause zinc deficiency.
Zinc deficiency impairs thyroid function but low thyroid function can also lead to zinc deficiency!
How can you get more zinc? You can get zinc from your diet by eating foods such as oysters, beef, crab, pork chops, and legumes. Or you can get it in supplement form by taking 5 to 15mg of zinc each day.
If you are looking for a zinc supplement to support your thyroid then check out T3 conversion booster which contains the correct amount of zinc combined with other beneficial ingredients.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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What is the best form of zinc to take for your thyroid? Zinc is one of the most important nutrients for your thyroid.
Zinc is required for T4 to T3 conversion, it is required for binding of T3 to thyroid DNA receptors, it's needed for TRH production, and much more.
The bottom line is if you don't have enough zinc then your thyroid won't function optimally.
Many thyroid patients know this which is why they supplement with zinc. But which form of zinc should you use?
I do NOT recommend using zinc boind to picolinic acid or zinc picolinate as well as zinc oxide.
Other approved forms of zinc are found in the video and these should be the preference for thyroid patients.
For dosing, you will want to use somewhere between 5 to 15mg of the ideal form of zinc each day.
If you want to take more then you will need to split your dose apart by 5 hours.
Higher doses of zinc may cause issues with your copper balance so keep that in mind!
The ideal form and dose of zinc can be found in my supplement Thyroid Daily Essentials as well as T3 conversion booster.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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If you are like many thyroid patients then you know that finding a good thyroid doctor can be very difficult. You probably know that medications like NDT and T3 can really help and you may even know they are right for you but what good is that information if you can't find a doctor to prescribe them?
If you fit into that category then this video is for you! Here you will find tips and tricks that I would personally use to help me find a doctor based off of the information that I now know.
If you are a thyroid patient that is suffering then try these tips:
1. Call a local compounding pharmacy and see if you can get a list of names of doctors that prescribed SR t3 or compounded T4 + t3 thyroid medications.
2. Call the office of the doctor in question BEFORE you schedule an appointment. Ask how they treat thyroid patients:
Is this doctor willing to order more than the TSH? Are they willing to use Tirosint or Armour thyroid? Will they allow you to use natural supplements?
3. Check the ratings of the doctor to see what kind of experience others patients have had.
4. Use doctor directories from holistic training centers including:
IFM (institute for functional medicine) - https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner/ Andrew Weil center for integrative medicine - https://integrativemedicine.arizona.e... A4M - https://www.a4m.com/find-a-doctor.html
5. Ask for referrals in thyroid support Facebook groups.
6. Contact advanced laboratory testing centers and ask for a list of doctors that order these tests in your state
DUTCH testing - hormone testing Genova - stool testing Great plains laboratory - organic acid testing ZRT laboratories Cyrex laboratories
7. Look for doctors that write blog posts, host podcast, or create youtube videos.
8. Look for doctors that specialize in anti-aging medicine, bio-identical hormone therapy, integrative medicine, functional medicine, or personalized medicine.
9. Get referrals from local health coaches or chiropractors
Have you found a good doctor? If so, feel free to share which one you go to below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These 6 nutrient deficiencies can cause hypothyroidism and low thyroid function if present. The good thing about these nutrients is that they can be targeted and replaced which means that you may be able to reverse your thyroid condition (assuming it was caused by a nutrient deficiency!).
Not all cases of hypothyroidism are caused by nutrient deficiencies but taking these supplements can still help improve thyroid function in various ways.
It's well known that certain vitamins and minerals are required for your thyroid to work correctly. So it makes sense that if you don't have enough of these nutrients that your thyroid won't work properly.
If you replace them then you may be able to naturally increase how well your thyroid is working so that you can start feeling better.
Some of these deficiencies can be subtle and may sneak up on you over time. Over time you may start to feel hypothyroid symptoms including weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, constipation, poor digestion, low body temperature, and other hormone problems.
The nutrient deficiencies outlined in this video include:
1. Zinc
2. Iron
3. Iodine
4. Selenium
5. Tyrosine
6. Vitamin A
Find out how to know if you are deficient in these vitamins, how to replace them using food or supplements, and much more in this video.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Magnesium plays a very important role in both regulating your immune system and your thyroid. In this video, we are going to discuss the importance of healthy magnesium levels in Hashimoto's and 5 big reasons why you need to make sure your magnesium levels are optimized!
Magnesium is one of 3 big nutrients that are required to prevent thyroid gland damage from thyroid gland inflammation, the other two being iodine and selenium.
Magnesium is used in over 300 different cellular processes beyond just the thyroid.
Magnesium deficiency is VERY common in those with Hashimoto’s for 3 mains reasons:
1. the standard diet is naturally low in magnesium because it is depleted in the soil.
2. Thyroid problems change magnesium metabolism such that you may not use it as well as normal.
. Stress depletes magnesium and thyroid patients are more susceptible to stress.
4 Reasons patients with Hashimoto’s NEED magnesium
1. Magnesium is needed to produce ATP which is necessary for iodine entry into the thyroid gland.
2. Magnesium balances the immune system and may help reduce inflammation.
Magnesium deficiency won't cause Hashimoto's but it may make it worse.
3. Magnesium impacts the TSH and using magnesium has been shown in studies to improve thyroid lab tests.
This effect is probably mediated through its effects on inflammation, thyroid gland damage, and the immune system.
4. Magnesium is needed for glutathione production.
If you don't have enough magnesium then you may not produce enough glutathione which may result in more free radical damage to your thyroid gland.
5. Magnesium is required for cortisol regulation and metabolism.
Because thyroid patients often have adrenal fatigue, replacing magnesium because very important. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...
Testing for magnesium is not very accurate but luckily supplementing with magnesium is quite safe!
If you wish to check your magnesium level then you can order a serum magnesium or a RBC magnesium, however, both are not very accurate because they don't necessarily tell you what is happening inside of your cells.
Often, it's both safe and effective to supplement with magnesium as a thyroid patient.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Are you suffering from Hashimoto's related hair loss? If so, you are one of many thyroid patients suffering from the same condition. The good news is that while your thyroid may result in hair loss and hair fall, it doesn't have to forever.
We are going to talk about 3 types of hair loss as well as 4 of the most common causes of hair loss in Hashimoto's patients.
The 3 main types of hair loss include:
Telogen effluvium (diffuse hair loss over entire scalp) Alopecia areata (patchy hair loss overall of the scalp) Androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness with thinning at top of the scalp)
Four main causes of hair loss in Hashimoto’s patients:
1. Decreased thyroid function → This leads to telogen effluvium and can be treated by taking thyroid medication or improving your thyroid function naturally. As you improve your thyroid function you should see a reduction in hair loss.
2. Autoimmune-related hair loss → This leads to alopecia areata (patchy hair loss). This type of hair loss is mediated through your immune system so treatment should focus on balancing your immune system and not necessarily only on your thyroid.
4. Hormone imbalances - This leads to androgenetic alopecia. Androgenetic alopecia occurs due to changes in testosterone levels which will impact hair loss. If you have Hashimoto's and you are experiencing this type of hair loss then you want to check your testosterone level and take supplements designed to improve testosterone metabolism as well as improve thyroid function.
4. Nutrient deficiencies - Nutrient deficiencies often lead to diffuse hair loss. The 4 biggest nutrient deficiencies in thyroid patients include:
Iron (ferritin, women with healthy ferritin around 77 ug/L) Zinc selenium B12 + other b vitamins
Do you have Hashimoto's related hair loss? If so, what type of hair loss do you have? Let me know below!
Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 1:00 - 3 Types of Hair Loss in Hashimoto's 03:08 - 4 Main Causes of Hair Loss In Hashimoto's
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/ Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Many people believe that iodine is dangerous if you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis and that it should be avoided? Is this actually true? Not exactly. In this video, I will explain the logic behind why I recommend that every thyroid patient use iodine.
For starters, iodine is required for thyroid function. If you don't have enough iodine in your body then you won't be able to produce thyroid hormone. Because thyroid hormone is required for life, not consuming iodine may eventually put you in a life threatening situation.
Furthermore, human beings do not have the ability to produce iodine on their own which means that you must consume it from your diet.
Having said that, taking iodine may cause problems in some people but it’s not usually the fault of iodine by itself. Instead, it’s that iodine triggers a cascade of events which may lead to cell damage.
Iodine may cause issues in those with hashimoto's via the following mechanism:
Taking iodine increases how much iodine is being utilized by thyroid peroxidase which creates hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide, if not taken care of, can cause damage inside of the thyroid gland and eventually lead to cell damage and interaction of cellular components with the immune system.
This process does not have to occur, though! It can be prevented by ensuring that your thyroid gland has sufficient anti-oxidants inside of it.
Taking iodine with low selenium is a BIG Problem: Selenium helps produce glutathione which eliminates hydrogen peroxide which is produced in the creation of thyroid hormone.
No selenium = more damage to the thyroid gland.
The higher your dose of iodine and the lower your selenium the more problems you will have.
Before you take iodine, ensure that you have enough selenium in your body to prevent free radical damage from hydrogen peroxide. This will allow you to safely consume iodine for your thyroid.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Free T3 and free T4 are incredibly important lab tests that all thyroid patients should be aware of. Having said that, is one better than the other? The answer is yes, and it will become obvious as we have this discussion.
First: what are free thyroid hormones and why do they matter?
Free thyroid hormones differ from other hormones that you can test because they represent the amount of hormone that is free and ready to be used by the body.
Because of this, measuring the free concentration of hormones is always the most important and relevant way to measure the activity of any given hormone.
Hormones can either transport through your body in the free state or the bound state and, as a thyroid patient, you want to concern yourself with the thyroid hormones which are NOT bound to a protein.
Now that you understand the importance of free thyroid hormones, let's talk about free T3 and free T4.
What is free T4? Free T4 is the measurement of free and active thyroxine in your bloodstream.
Thyroxine, also referred to as T4, is an active thyroid hormone but it's not the MOST active thyroid hormone. T4 is not as powerful as T3 and in order to really be used by the body, your T4 must be converted into T3.
Because of this, T4 is good to think about as reservoir hormone instead of an active thyroid hormone. It has the potential to do work but doesn't actually do any work until it is converted.
Your thyroid produces much more T4 compared to T3 because of this.
T4 is found in thyroid medications like levothyroxine so if you take levothyroxine, your free T4 level should increase.
What about free T3? Free t3 represents the measurement of free and active triiodothyronine in your body. T3 is the most powerful thyroid hormone, by far, with estimates putting it as much as 200 to 300 times more biologically active compared to T4.
This means if you have the same amount of both T3 and T4, the t3 is going to do 200 to 300 times the work that the same amount of T4 can do.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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When you take your thyroid medication matters quite a bit when it comes to your thyroid lab tests.
If you take your medication RIGHT before you get your labs drawn then you risk making your lab tests look more hyperthyroid than they really are.
Conversely, you can avoid taking your thyroid medication for a few days prior to when you get your labs drawn to make yourself look more hypothyroid than you really are.
This information is very important for ALL thyroid patients.
So how should you take your thyroid medication in relation to when you get your labs drawn?
For most people, you will want to wait 24 hours BEFORE you get your labs tested. If you take your thyroid medication first thing in the morning then get your labs FIRST and then take your medication.
For instance, if you normally take your thyroid medication at 7:00am every morning and you have your labs scheduled at 8:00 am then you will want to get your labs drawn FIRST (before taking your thyroid medication) and then take your thyroid dose once you get back.
If you want to look more hyperthyroid: take your medication then wait 2-3 hours and then get your labs drawn.
If you want to look more hypothyroid: avoid taking your thyroid medication 2-3 days before you get your labs drawn.
If you take your thyroid medication at night, then skip your night dose and get your labs first thing in the morning THEN Take your thyroid medication and get back on your night routine that night.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Which is the best type of doctor to see if you have a thyroid problem? It's a question that many thyroid patients ask. Why? Because so many thyroid patients don't feel like their regular doctors are either helping them or listening to them when they talk about how they feel.
With that in mind, let's talk about the various types of doctors that you CAN see if you have a thyroid problem.
You can place them into 2 large groups. Conventional doctors and holistic doctors. As a brief spoiler, it's often the case that thyroid patients will feel much better when seeing holistic doctors over conventional doctors but this isn't always true (for reasons discussed in the video).
When looking for a doctor to treat your thyroid, I recommend sticking to MDs and/or DOs or practitioners that prescribe thyroid medication. This will make it easier for you to get what you need.
Conventional doctors include: Family practice and PCPs - Family practice doctors can be good but they are often very busy and have a lot to keep in mind so they may not be up to date on the research. Endocrinologists - Endos may be one of the worst types of doctors to see because they are often very set in their ways. General surgeons - Avoid if possible. Oncologists - Avoid if possible. Ob/GYN - Can actually be better than endos and PCP's in the right setting. They may be more inclined to provide T3 medications for fertility purposes. NP and PAs - Similar to PCP's and family practice doctors but your mileage may vary. If you can find a good NP or PA then stick with them!
Alternative doctors and holistic doctors: Look for MDs and DO’s that specialize in integrative medicine, functional medicine, or anti-aging medicine - These specialties tend to be the most open-minded when it comes to using alternative thyroid medications and comprehensive lab testing. Doctors that specialize in bioidentical hormone management - Doctors that specialize in bio-identical hormone management can also be great options. Naturopaths - Naturopaths, if they can prescribe medication, are also worth exploring if you can find one near you. Chiropractors - Some chiropractors are very knowledgeable in thyroid health but they can't prescribe medications. Health coaches - Health coaches are great for helping to optimize diet and other lifestyle factors which can influence your thyroid.
What type of doctor are you currently seeing?
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Did you know that acid blockers can be harmful to your thyroid gland? Acid blockers are commonly used to treat conditions like acid reflux which thyroid patients are prone to experience! Acid blockers, such as proton pump inhibitors and h2 blockers, cause several issues for thyroid patients.
What are acid blockers? Acid blockers work by blocking the production of acid in the stomach. They are used to treat many diseases but most frequently for acid reflux. It may not sound like a problem to block acid but it can be. It turns out your body needs the acid your stomach produces to do several different things and if you can't produce it then you may start to experience certain issues.
In addition, acid blockers were never designed for long-term use and yet that's how many people use them. Acid blockers were designed to be used for no more than 2 weeks at any given time and yet many people are using them for years and years without any breaks.
How do you know if you are taking an acid blocker? Check out this list of names: H2 blockers = zantac, pepcid, tagamet, fluxid PPI or proton pump inhibitors = dexilant, nexium, prevacid, prilosec, protonix (all end in -prazole)
Why are they harmful to your thyroid? They may result in any (or all) of the following issues: - Decreased thyroid hormone absorption - Magnesium deficiency - Iron deficiency - B12 deficiency - Increased risk of intestinal dysbiosis and SIBO - May increase your risk of developing food sensitivities - May lead to inflammation which can negatively impact thyroid conversion
What should you do if you are taking an acid blocker?
Instead of reducing acid levels try to SOLVE the problem. Common triggers include food sensitivities (dairy), imbalance of gut bacteria, low stomach acid (many people benefit from taking more acid and enzymes), and improving gut MOTILITY. If you treat these problems you should be able to get off of your acid blocker.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These foods should be AVOIDED if you have Graves' disease. These foods have the potential to cause problems due to how your body processes them in the hyperthyroid state. How do you know if you should avoid them? Well, here I'm talking to people who have ACTIVE graves' disease.
Active Graves' disease means that you are taking thyroid-blocking medication like methimazole or if you are currently hyperthyroid. If you've had your thyroid removed or ablated with radioactive iodine then this information doesn't apply.
If, however, you have active hyperthyroidism then watch on!
1. Gluten
We know that the symptoms of graves' may improve when gluten is removed. Gluten causes inflammation and increases intestinal permeability.
2. Common food allergens (more histamine in your body means a higher chance of reactivity)
Graves' results in more histamine production in the body which means you may be more REACTIVE to foods. Foods in this category include: Milk, eggs, peanut, soy, wheat, tree nut (brazil nuts, almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, pistachios, etc), shellfish Be cautious of these foods if you’ve had reactions in the past.
3. Dairy products
Dairy products can stimulate estrogen receptors, may cause inflammation, and many people have trouble processing them. In addition, we have studies that show that eliminating dairy in Hashimoto's patients has shown improvement.
4. Foods high in iodine - iodine can stimulate the production of thyroid hormone in graves’.
Look for foods such as seaweed, iodized salt, and certain fish.
5. Any source of caffeine
Coffee is stimulating and may cause problems in those with Graves'. Avoid these: Coffee, teas, herbal products, matte, guarana
6. Refined sugar
Those with Graves' tend to suffer from insulin resistance so they need to be extra careful with excess sugars in their diet.
7. Industrial seed oils.
These highly inflammatory oils can cause problems.
8. Processed foods with preservatives
Processed foods may cause inflammation and worsen existing immune dysfunction.
9. Alcohol - more difficult to process
The liver is already overloaded in those with Graves' and alcohol puts extra pressure on the liver.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including my hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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This is a list of signs of thyroid problems in women! If you are not feeling like yourself and experiencing symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, or hair loss then it may be your thyroid! Low thyroid function impacts up to 20% of the population (or more). Find out how thyroid problems manifest in women here.
Both men and women can get thyroid problems, that much is true but the way that thyroid problems impact men and women is slightly different.
This has to do with how the thyroid regulates certain hormones, especially sex hormones.
In women, this often manifests as changes to their menstrual cycle as well as their ability to get pregnant (fertility).
The most common symptoms of low thyroid problems in women include:
- Menstrual changes + Infertility
- Weight gain & inability to lose weight
- Hair loss (hair falling out, hair growth is slow)
- Cold intolerance
- Mood changes (depression, brain fog, anxiety, or irritability)
- Fatigue
- Constipation and bloating
- Muscle pain or joint pain
- Low body temperature
What are you supposed to do if you have any of these symptoms?
The first step is to get PROPER testing! This means getting more than just your TSH. You will want to get a TSH, free T3, free T4, reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies.
In order to get these tests, you will need to see the right type of doctor as well! The best doctors to fix your thyroid include those that specialize in integrative medicine, functional medicine, and anti-aging medicine.
Do you have any of these symptoms? If so, let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Should soy be avoided if you have a thyroid problem? The answer is not as clear as you might think. Soy is actually somewhat controversial because there are many studies which show that it is helpful and others that suggest it may be harmful to thyroid patients.
I'm speaking specifically to thyroid patients when I talk about soy! It may be the case that soy is beneficial but I want to make the case that MOST thyroid patients should avoid soy for 3 main reasons:
1. Soy has an estrogenic effect.
There is no question that soy can stimulate estrogen receptors in the body. This can be both a good thing and a bad thing. In some cases, stimulating soy may prevent against heart disease and other factors. But in others, especially those who are overweight, soy can exacerbate other problems. Since many thyroid patients suffer from being overweight, avoiding soy is usually a good idea.
2. Soy can act as a goitrogen.
This isn't necessarily an issue by itself but it can become a big issue when you consider that many thyroid patients are already avoiding iodine. The less iodine you consume the more impact even small amounts of goitrogens will have on thyroid function. This probably isn't an issue if you just consume enough iodine but it is still worth mentioning.
3. Soy is heavily processed and around 90% of all soy products are GMO.
I've mentioned in other videos that processed foods should be avoided and because MOST sources of soy are heavily processed, you would want to avoid soy just for that reason alone. But what about non gmo version of soy? There may be a case that using non gmo versions of soy may be helpful if you are ALSO consuming enough iodine daily AND if you are not already overweight.
Are you currently eating soy or actively avoiding it? If so, let me know how soy has impacted your body!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Want to know which thyroid medication is best for weight loss? The short answer is pretty much anything that contains T3 thyroid hormone but some of my favorites include cytomel and liothyronine. Other thyroid medications that contain T4 thyroid hormone can be used but they rarely ever help with weight loss. Here's why:
Thyroid patients struggle with losing weight, there's no disputing this. If you are listening to this right now let me know if weight is one of your primary issues.
The question is: how can thyroid patients lose weight? One answer is through their medication.
Some thyroid medications are just flat out better than others at helping with weight loss and you want to make sure you are using the RIGHT one if that is important for you.
Any thyroid medication that contains T3 thyroid hormone is typically going to be better at helping with weight loss and we have studies that prove it.
Some of my favorite T3 medications include: Cytomel, liothyronine, and SR T3.
Other medications contain T3, such as NDT, but also contain T4 so they aren't necessarily as powerful but many patients report weight loss while using them as well.
Can you lose weight while taking levothyroxine? Yes, but it doesn't work well for MOST people.
How long will it take you to see weight loss results while taking thyroid medication? You should see some results within around 6 weeks of starting your medication.
How much weight will you lose? Probably not more than 5-10 pounds and the video explains why.
Let me know if weight loss is something you are struggling with!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Your thyroid needs these 3 vitamins in order to create thyroid hormone. If you have a deficiency in ANY of these nutrients then your body will not be able to produce thyroid hormone and you may feel the symptoms of low thyroid.
The good news is that you can take this information and use it to potentially help you feel better if you have low levels of any of these nutrients.
The 3 main vitamins needed to create thyroid hormone include:
1. Tyrosine.
Tyrosine is a protein or amino acid and it is REQUIRED to produce thyroid hormone.
This is because tyrosine forms the backbone of thyroid hormone. If you don't have enough tyrosine in your body then you won't be able to put thyroid hormone together.
In addition, tyrosine also combines with itself to create something called thyroglobulin. Thyroglobulin helps to smash two half of thyroid hormone together in order to complete the finished thyroid hormone.
Tyrosine can become depleted because it is also used as a building block for other hormones including epinephrine and norepinephrine in your adrenals.
If you feel you are low on tyrosine then supplementing with 150mg to 500mg per day is optimal.
2. Iodine.
Next up is iodine! If tyrosine forms the backbone of thyroid hormone then iodine forms the arms. You can't make thyroid hormone without iodine and MANY thyroid patients are deficient in iodine.
This is because many thyroid patients have an irrational fear of iodine and avoid it at all costs. Avoiding iodine may create a low thyroid state and cause hypothyroid symptoms.
You can get iodine from food or supplements and the dose should be around 150 to 300mcg per day.
3. Iron.
Lastly, we have iron. Iron is important because it is required for a protein called thyroid peroxidase. Thyroid peroxidase helps your body produce thyroid hormone by interacting with thyroglobulin.
Put simply, if you don't have enough iron then this enzyme won't work well and you won't be able to PRODUCE thyroid hormone even if you have enough tyrosine and enough iodine.
In addition, low thyroid function reduces iron absorption which causes low iron! Low iron then causes less thyroid hormone production which causes less iron absorption and so on.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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The 5 most common causes of a low TSH. TSH is often used to diagnose thyroid problems in both men and women but it isn't always perfect. In this video, I explain the various triggers of a LOW tsh and what they meant for your body.
First, let's talk about what the TSH is. TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and it is produced by the pituitary gland in your brain. TSH then goes into your bloodstream where it stimulates your thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormone.
TSH is either stimulating your thyroid gland because it's high or it's not because it's low.
As thyroid hormone levels increase in your blood it will cause your TSH to DROP or reduce. This is why most doctors and patients associate a low TSH with a HIGH thyroid (or hyperthyroidism). But that isn't always the case...
5 common causes of a Low TSH include:
1. Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism definitely can lead to a low TSH because your own body is producing too much thyroid hormone. This is often caused by the autoimmune disease Graves'. Hyperthyroidism is hard to miss because it's associated with serious symptoms that will lead you to your doctor.
2. Thyroid medication
Prescribed thyroid medication can also cause a low TSH. What's confusing here, though, is that a low TSH in the setting of taking thyroid medication doesn't guarantee that you are hyperthyroid! You can definitely take thyroid medication to drop your TSH but still experience low thyroid symptoms.
3. Pituitary problems
If you have pituitary problems then you will also have a low TSH. The problem with this condition is that the low TSH is also associated with low free thyroid hormones but you would never know unless you get these checked as well. You can often tell the difference because those with pituitary problems also tend to have problems with other hormones as well.
4. Lab anomaly
Up to 3-5% of all labs are inaccurate! You can't always trust your lab test. If your clinical picture doesn't fit your lab tests then you will want to get your labs rechecked.
5. Euthyroid sick syndrome
Occurs when you are sick or have chronic medical conditions. Associated with low TSH, low TRH, and low free thyroid hormones, and high reverse T3. Euthyroid sick syndrome makes your lab tests look like you are hyperthyroid when you really aren't.
So what should you do? The most important thing you can do is get a complete thyroid lab panel! A complete thyroid lab panel includes the following tests: TSH, free T3, free T4, total T3, reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies.
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Are you currently taking thyroid medication? Have you ever wondered about trying to get off of your thyroid medication? You were probably told that you have to take it for the rest of your life, right?
What if I told you that that may not be the case? Well, it's true. There are a lot of thyroid patients who are taking prescription thyroid medications who ultimately want to stop taking them if at all possible. And it turns out that there may be a path for certain people.
But please read this disclaimer before you attempt it:
Do NOT attempt to get off of your thyroid medication without physician supervision. There are some conditions which make getting off of thyroid medication impossible. These conditions include complete removal of the thyroid gland, complete destruction of the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine, and complete destruction of the thyroid gland from end-stage Hashimoto's thyroiditis. If you have any of these conditions then you MUST take thyroid medication forever.
But what about other thyroid patients? There may be a way for you to potentially get off of your thyroid medication or potentially lower the dose that you are taking.
Getting off of thyroid medication involves treating the root cause of your thyroid condition and fixing that problem. If you can do this then you may be able to lower your dose.
Watch this video for more information on how to do exactly that.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Are you feeling worse on your thyroid medication? If so, you are not alone.
Many thyroid patients feel this exact same way! But how can the very medication that is supposed to help you feel better make you feel worse?
It's actually not that complicated but in order to understand what is happening, you have to understand some basic thyroid physiology.
Here are the top 3 reasons people feel WORSE when taking thyroid medications such as levothyroxine and Synthroid:
1. Your thyroid medication is SUPPRESSING your T3.
In the normal and healthy state, your thyroid produces BOTH T4 thyroid hormone and T3 thyroid hormone. The ratio is about 80% T4 to 20% T3.
But when you take thyroid medication it completely shuts down how much T3 your body can produce naturally. When this happens you substitute out 20% T3 that your body produces naturally for 100% T4. And if you aren't able to convert that T4 into T3 then you will feel poorly!
This is how thyroid medication makes most people feel worse, by reducing how much T3 is in the body.
2. You may be reacting to inactive fillers and binders.
There are also many types of fillers, binders, and dyes found in thyroid medication that can cause an allergic like reaction.
Imagine taking a thyroid medication that has lactose in it if you are lactose intolerant. This happens to a lot of thyroid patients.
3. Lastly, your dose may be WAAAAAY off.
It's unusual but it does happen from time to time. Imagine you are someone who needs to be on 125mcg of levothyroxine but your doctor puts you on 25mcg instead. In this case, your dose is only 1/5th of what it should be so you may feel worse until your dose is increased.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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The list of warning signs and symptoms of selenium toxicity. Are you taking too much selenium? Here's how to find out:
Selenium is a very important micronutrient for your body. It is included in certain proteins, called selenoproteins, that enable your cells to function properly, reduce inflammation, and produce antioxidants.
Many people suffer from selenium deficiency which leads them to use selenium supplements.
That's all good but what happens when they take too much? They may end up with minor signs of selenium toxicity. True selenium toxicity is rare, but a slight amount of selenium toxicity isn't uncommon and can occur if you accidentally take too much selenium in your supplements!
This is often a problem for patients with thyroid disease because they know that using selenium can help reduce thyroid gland inflammation.
Minor symptoms of selenium toxicity include: - Hair loss - Brittle nails - Fatigue - GI problems - Joint pain - Nausea
These are more common than the serious symptoms but let's include the more serious symptoms as well: - Neurological problems - Paralysis - Selenosis (selenium poisoning)
So, how much selenium should you take? The RDA for selenium is around 40-55mcg per day. My recommendation is 100-200mcg per day. Some doctors recommend 400-600mcg per day (probably only good for a short period of time and to treat very specific conditions).
The best way to avoid selenium toxicity is to do 2 important things:
1. Check your supplements for selenium!
See if you are accidentally taking too much using the guidelines above.
2. Pay attention to how much selenium you are getting from food (organic versions have more nutrients)
Food sources high in selenium include: Brazil nuts, fish, ham, pork, beef, chicken, eggs, brown rice, oatmeal, spinach, bananas,
But note that nutrients vary based on where plants were grown/harvested and whether or not they are organic.
Do you have any of the signs of selenium toxicity? Let me know!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Want some free thyroid therapies that work? These 5 treatments can help improve your thyroid function and, best of all, they don't require any money. They can also be combined and used with other therapies such as thyroid medication, thyroid supplements, diet, exercise, and more.
I mentioned several links in the video and you can find them below:
I have a lot of people who tell me that they can't afford my thyroid supplements which can make them feel frustrated. Thyroid supplements are great and if you can afford them then I would recommend that you try them but even if you can't there are still things that you can do!
Check out this list of 5 free thyroid therapies:
1. Fasting
Fasting is both cheap and highly effective. It doesn't cost any money because you don't need to spend money on any expensive diets, organic foods, or anything like that! Fasting helps reduce inflammation, can help balance immune function, and may help with weight loss.
2. Cold therapy
Next up is cold therapy or cold showers. Cold showers have the ability to help reduce inflammation and may help with weight loss. In addition, they may help to train your blood vessels to open wider to allow more blood flow into your extremities. Counterintuitively, it may help fix cold intolerance. Your goal should be to get into water that is cooler than 60 degrees for 2 mins each day.
3. Meditation
Meditation is insanely effective and free! I've included 2 methods that I like below that you can use completely for free from youtube videos: Link to the release technique video on youtube: https://youtu.be/v2mY36Ho1Sk Link to the kirtan kriya technique on youtube: https://youtu.be/Zg9NOOM2neA
4. Getting out in nature
Getting out in a nature can allow you to unplug from technology, relax, ground with the earth, and reduce stress levels. It's usually free to just get outside and go for a walk. If you can, ground with the earth and walk around with your shoes off.
5. Stretching/yoga
Lastly, we have both stretching and yoga. These
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These are the most common causes of a Hashimoto's flare up. What is a Hashimoto's flare up? Flare ups are defined as an abrupt worsening in your thyroid or Hashimoto's symptoms.
These flare ups are triggered by certain factors which can be managed. If you can find the source of your flare up then you can identify and target your treatment.
When we talk about flare ups and Hashimoto's we are mostly focusing on the impact that these triggers have on your immune system.
Hashimoto's is both a thyroid condition as well as an immune condition and an imbalance in immune function is what usually leads to a flare up.
Having said that it's also important to understand that flare ups often can and do impact thyroid function. When your thyroid gland is inflamed from your immune system it will almost always have some impact on how well your thyroid gland can produce thyroid hormone.
If your thyroid gland doesn't product enough thyroid hormone during your flare then you may experience hypothyroid symptoms. If your thyroid produces too much hormone during your flare then you may experience hyperthyroid symptoms.
While pretty much any condition that impacts your immune system can trigger a Hashimoto's flare up, these are the most common triggers based on my own experience:
1. diet
Especially gluten, dairy, and soy.
2. Stress (emotional or physical)
3. Viral infections
Especially EBV and CMV.
4. Nutrient deficiencies
Especially iodine, zinc, selenium, magnesium, and vitamin d deficiencies.
5. Bacterial infections
Especially H. pylori which is a known pathogen that leads to stomach ulcers.
6. Lack of sleep + lack of exercise
7. Parasites
8. Exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals
9. Increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut)
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Are veggies safe to eat if you have a thyroid problem? The answer for most people is YES. Certain vegetables do contain a potentially harmful ingredient known as a goitrogen.
Vegetables that are high in goitrogens can theoretically exacerbate thyroid problems because of how they interfere with the thyroid gland.
Goitrogens are substances that block the uptake of iodine into your thyroid gland.
If you block iodine uptake into the thyroid gland then you may have issues in producing or creating thyroid hormone. If you don't produce enough thyroid hormone then you may experience low thyroid symptoms as well as a feedback loop that causes thyroid gland enlargement (thus where the name goitrogenic compound comes from).
But even though certain vegetables contain these compounds, they often do not contain enough to cause any sort of real issue.
Furthermore, you can reduce the content of goitrogens in vegetables by simply preparing them correctly. Boiling or steaming your vegetables will reduce the goitrogenic compounds found in them.
Unfortunately, the boiling process does reduce some of the nutrient content as well, though, which should be considered.
Even if you are consuming raw vegetables, though, you'd have to eat raw vegetables every single day for 3-5 servings a day to have any sort of real negative impact on your thyroid.
Vegetables with the highest goitrogenic value include: Kale, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, collard greens
Some people are also more at risk for experiencing issues when consuming these vegetables compared to others.
Those at risk include: People with existing Iodine deficiency Pregnant women and women who are lactating
Remember:
Don't avoid vegetables because you are worried about goitrogens! Even if they have a small negative impact on your thyroid, that impact is usually dwarfed when compared to the positive impact that veggies have on your body and thyroid. This is especially true if you avoid eating veggies in favor of processed foods.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
Are you taking your thyroid medication correctly? If not, it may not be doing its job. This video will walk you through how you should be taking your thyroid medication for the best results.
Including how to take levothyroxine, how to take Synthroid, and how to take other forms of thyroid medications such as natural desiccated thyroid.
Before you blame your symptoms on your thyroid make sure you are following these guidelines:
- Take your thyroid medication either first thing in the morning or right before you go to bed
- Take your thyroid medication at least 30-60 minutes AWAY from food (either before or after)
- Do NOT take supplements at the same time as your thyroid medication, take them at least 30-60 minutes away from whenever you take your thyroid meds
- If you are taking a dedicated calcium or iron supplement then make sure to take your thyroid medication 4 hours away from whenever you take these supplements
- Do NOT take your thyroid medication with coffee or caffeine
- Remember that NOT all thyroid medications are created equal - switch to a thyroid medication that has fewer fillers if necessary
- Treat your gut to improve thyroid hormone absorption
By focusing on these areas you can potentially improve how effective your thyroid medication is and then you will be able to determine if you are on the right medication for your body.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Today I am joined by Dr. Alan Christianson. Dr. Alan Christianson is a Board Certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on Thyroid care. He is a New York Times bestselling author whose recent titles include The Thyroid Reset Diet and the Metabolism Reset Diet.
You can learn more about Dr. Christianson here: - His latest book: https://www.drchristianson.com/thyroi... - His website: https://www.drchristianson.com/
In this podcast episode, we discuss the following topics: - What got Dr. Christianson interested in medicine and in the thyroid - Why so many thyroid patients are struggling to feel better despite taking thyroid medication and doing what's "right" - The 3 main issues that keep thyroid patients from feeling better - Why there is so much controversy surrounding iodine in the setting of thyroid disease - The difference between the RDA requirement for iodine and iodine tolerance - What causes the difference in tolerance of iodine between thyroid patients and what that means for iodine dosing - What's the role that iodine plays in Hashimoto's and whether or not Hashimoto's patients should avoid iodine - Stories about extremely high doses of iodine triggering autoimmune thyroid disease such as Hashimoto's and Graves' disease - The role that selenium plays in Hashimoto's, thyroid antibodies, and in protecting the thyroid gland - What causes autoimmune thyroid disease and does finding the root cause actually matter? - Do H. pylori infections or EBV infections cause Hashimoto's thyroiditis? - Where does iodine avoidance fit into the treatment of patients with thyroid disease - How the body eliminates iodine and why it's easy to get more than you think on a daily basis - How taking thyroid medication impacts your body's ability to utilize iodine - How to know if you are someone who will benefit from iodine avoidance & whether or not it may help you get off of your thyroid medication - How to find doctors to help patients adjust their thyroid medication and iodine intake - Hidden sources of iodine and why you are probably consuming more iodine than you think - How much iodine is getting absorbed through the skin via cosmetics - Is iodine testing accurate? When does it make sense to test your iodine level and what does that value actually mean - Is it safe to get an iodine testing challenge test or should it be avoided? - Are optimal thyroid lab tests something that should be used for thyroid patients? - How important are free thyroid hormone levels compared to the TSH? - Where to get Dr. Christianson's latest book and how to ask questions to him via his podcast/youtube channel
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
How to diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis using lab tests. You will learn how to test for Hashimoto's, the best lab tests for Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and how ultrasound and biopsies may be necessary for some people.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the #1 cause of low thyroid in the United States and SO many thyroid patients have this condition without even realizing it.
Doctors are trained to check only the TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone. Because of this, they usually don't miss a diagnosis of hypothyroidism but they DO miss a diagnosis of Hashimoto's.
Every single patient with low thyroid should be tested for Hashimoto's because it impacts what type of treatments you should be using. It also tells you if you can REVERSE your condition!
These are the 4 best tests for diagnosing Hashimoto's thyroiditis:
1. Thyroid antibodies.
Including both thyroglobulin antibodies and thyroid peroxidase antibodies. These are the EASIEST way to tell if you have Hashimoto's. But note that not everyone with elevated antibodies HAS Hashimoto's. You must combine the positive thyroid antibodies with #2.
2. Abnormal thyroid lab tests.
If you have BOTH abnormal thyroid lab tests (such as TSH, free T3, free 4, or reverse T3) AND elevated thyroid antibodies then it's VERY likely that you have Hashimoto's.
You can also combine your lab tests with your symptoms. The presence of thyroid antibodies alone, without abnormal thyroid lab tests or symptoms may mean you don't have Hashimoto's.
3. An ultrasound.
An ultrasound can give you information about the size of your thyroid gland and whether or not there is inflammation present. If you have inflammation in your thyroid gland then there's a good chance you DO have Hashimoto's thyroiditis. An ultrasound is usually NOT required.
4. A biopsy of your thyroid gland.
The last option is to get a biopsy of your thyroid gland. I do NOT recommend this option as it's usually not necessary and is a medical procedure with risks. Instead of using a biopsy, use #1 and #2 above and go to #3 if necessary.
Lastly, you should be aware that some people have what's called sero negative Hashimoto's. This is a condition in which they have true Hashimoto's but do NOT have elevated thyroid lab tests. This is rare but it does occur in about 5-10% of people.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Today I am joined with Dr. Jill Carnahan for a discussion on the gut and the role it plays in autoimmune disease! Dr. Jill Carnahan MD is trained in both Family Medicine as well as Functional Medicine and has been helping patients for over a decade. She is a survivor of both breast cancer and Crohn's disease and is currently in remission from both conditions. She's been through the gauntlet when it comes to treating both autoimmune disease and gut problems and her expertise in this area comes through in this interview.
You can learn more about Dr. Jill Carnahan below: - Dr. Jill's Website: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/ - Work with Dr. Jill: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/services... - Dr. Jill's Health store: https://www.drjillhealth.com/ - Coffee enema (discussed in the video): https://www.drjillhealth.com/product/...
In this video we discuss: - How genes impact your susceptibility to disease states - Why it's so important to treat the gut if you want to improve your health and immune system - The concept of molecular mimicry - What happens to food particles and bacteria when you have a damaged gut lining - How to repair your gut lining - The role that testosterone plays in autoimmune disease - Why women are more susceptible to autoimmune disease - Reasons you should consider using testosterone replacement therapy as a woman - The difference between Celiac disease and NCGIS - The importance of detoxification in overall health and autoimmune disease - How to detox gently and more aggressively (therapies that you can use) - Why it's becoming more difficult to treat patients - The benefits of coffee enema's, how they increase your glutathione levels, and how they work in the liver - The importance of improving glutathione levels in those with autoimmune disease - Which tests can be used to test for gut related issues - The connection between gut health and SIBO and SIFO - Why thyroid conditions lead to persistent gut problems - The importance of physical treatments for improving gut health and treating gut conditions
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These signs of hormone imbalance in women mean that you may have a hormone problem. Hormone imbalances are VERY common in women but frequently missed by doctors. Ignore these symptoms at your own peril.
Before we start, here are a few things to know:
1. You know your body better than anyone else! Listen to your intuition. If you think you have a hormone problem you probably do.
2. Doctors are not always the best source to treat hormone imbalances. You may think they are but their treatment often only includes birth control pills which only mask the problem.
3. And lastly, there are two major types of hormone imbalances. Those that will not be missed by your doctor and those that probably will be. We are going to discuss the latter because they are often missed!
Signs of hormone imbalances include: 1. Weight gain (both fluid shifts + gain of fat mass) and in various areas of the body. Belly fat = insulin Arms = testosterone but/thighs = estrogen/progesterone neck/trunk = cortisol 2. Menstrual irregularities plus infertility. Often caused by problems with estrogen/progesterone and thyroid problems. 2. Fatigue. Fatigue is usually an indication of problems with testosterone, thyroid function, cortisol, or estrogen/progesterone levels. 3. Digestive issues (abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas, distention, constipation/diarrhea). 4. Skin issues (acne, rashes, swelling of the skin, loss of fat, looking gaunt, puffy eyes, eyebrow hair loss, nail changes). 5. Hunger/food cravings (cravings for sugary foods/fatty foods, need food for energy). 6. Sleep disturbances or insomnia. 7. Mood changes with or without migraines. 8. Decreased sex drive (+ loss of muscle mass, depression of unknown cause). 9. Hair loss & potentially hair GROWTH in unwanted places.
What to do next? SEE A DOCTOR!
Which doctor? Look for doctors that specialize in: Functional medicine, integrative medicine, anti-aging medicine, doctors that specialize in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, or naturopathic doctors. You may also find success with health coaches, nutritionists, and some chiropractors.
When you find the right doctor check these lab tests: Thyroid (TSH, free t3, free t4, thyroid antibodies) Sex hormones (estradiol, progesterone, testosterone) Cortisol 8 am Fasting Insulin Fasting Leptin DHEA-s Pituitary hormones/hypothalamic hormones Inflammatory markers (ESR + CRP)
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Suffering from levothyroxine hair loss? Levothyroxine is KNOWN to cause hair loss in several different ways. If you are taking levothyroxine and suffering from hair fall then this is the video for you.
Levothyroxine is the #1 most commonly prescribed thyroid medication for hypothyroidism and low thyroid. But what you may not realize is that it can have many different side effects including hair loss.
Figuring out what causes hair loss can be difficult as a thyroid patient because your thyroid can contribute as well as your thyroid medication.
Use this guide to help you find the root cause of your hair loss so you can finally regrow your hair.
3 ways levothyroxine causes hair loss:
1. Your levothyroxine dose is too high.
What you may not realize is that hyperthyroidism can lead to hair loss and taking TOO much levothyroxine can cause hyperthyroidism. Check your TSH and free T3/Free t4 levels if you think this may be happening to you. If it is, you will see a drop in your TSH, and an elevation in your free T4 levels. You may also experience the symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
2. Your levothyroxine dose is too low.
Next, your dose may simply be too low. If your dose is too low then you are still suffering from hypothyroidism and low thyroid can CAUSE hair loss as well. If this is happening to you then you will see a RISE in your TSH and a DROP in your free t3 and free T4 levels.
3. Your hair loss is directly caused by levothyroxine.
Lastly, levothyroxine ITSELF can cause hair loss regardless of your dose. Don't worry, though, because there is a solution! All you need to do is switch to a different type of thyroid medication to see if that medication causes the same issue. As you swap through thyroid medications you will find one that works for you and does NOT cause hair loss.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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A list of lies that doctors tell thyroid patients about their thyroid. You would hope that your doctor is the single BEST person to talk to about your thyroid, right? You would think so but it's often not correct.
Unfortunately, doctors are trained in a certain way and even with the best intentions give out false information when it comes to thyroid treatment and management.
This video outlines just some of the lies that I've heard from doctors. They are probably not lying on purpose but telling someone something that isn't true is still a problem and only leads to confusion for thyroid patients.
If you have experienced any of these lies then let me know in the comment section below!
1. Biotin is harmful to your thyroid and should be avoided.
2. The dose of natural desiccated thyroid fluctuates and is not consistent
3. Taking your thyroid out is an easy solution for fixing thyroid problems
4. Supplements do not help your thyroid and can hurt your thyroid.
5. Free T3 and Free T4 lab tests are not important and don’t need to be tested.
6. Once you start taking thyroid medication you must take it for life.
Also, if you are wondering whether or not something your doctor has said is true let me know below and I will do a part 2!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Can you be allergic to iodine or is it possible to have an iodine allergy? Not exactly and here's why...
I realize that this is going to cause some contention, especially among people who believe that they have an iodine allergy but it's something that should be discussed.
Right now, there is a LOT of confusion regarding iodine, whether or not it's safe, how it impacts your thyroid, and whether or not you can be allergic to it.
So let's start with the basics:
Can you be allergic to iodine? No, not in the way that you are thinking. Having said that, there are people who believe that they are allergic to iodine because they've had a bad reaction while taking it. These two things are NOT the same and can be explained.
Why am I so confident that iodine allergy doesn't exist?
For several reasons:
1. Iodine is not complex enough to trigger antigenicity by the immune system. Iodine is just an element and as such does not have sufficient complexity to trigger an immune response. This response is saved for complex proteins and other things that your immune system can attach to.
2. Iodine is required for LIFE. Without iodine, you will not survive. How can the human body create an allergy to something that it needs to sustain life? If you truly were allergic to iodine then you wouldn't be able to survive to watch this because iodine is inside your body as we speak. If it weren't then you wouldn't be here.
3. Iodine is in ALL sorts of foods including foods like bananas, strawberries, deli meat, turkey, all sorts of fish, and so on. If iodine truly caused anaphylaxis then we'd hear about people dying while eating bananas. We just don't see that.
Having said all of this, people can react negatively to iodine which I will explain below. What you have to understand, though, is that these reactions are NOT allergic reactions.
Taking excess iodine can cause some serious issues including hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. This is rare but it does happen, especially as you take high doses of iodine.
Most people who take iodine and experience symptoms such as a rash or headaches or other symptoms like that are experiencing a detoxification of halides from their system.
Fluoride, bromide, and chloride all look sufficiently close enough to iodine that they can compete for binding on thyroid hormone. When you take iodine you displace these halides and they are eliminated from the body.
Their elimination can cause acne, headaches, rashes, and so on. But this is NOT an allergy, it's just your body eliminating something that shouldn't be there, to begin with.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This is how Hashimoto's antibodies progress and fluctuate over time. Your antibodies WILL not stay static and they WILL change.
Hashimoto's will eventually result in complete destruction of the thyroid gland IF you do not take steps to address the immune aspect of this disease.
By immune aspect I am referring to your thyroid antibodies.
If you have antibodies to your thyroid floating around in your body they will eventually cause damage and inflammation to your gland. The more antibodies you have the more damage that will occur (to an extent).
Your thyroid antibodies, specifically thyroid peroxidase and thyroglobulin antibody, fluctuate over time and through the course of your disease.
Certain things cause your antibodies to rise and some things may actually help them fall.
In this video, you will learn how these antibodies rise and fall over time and how certain treatments you do can influence your antibody levels.
This information is important for EVERYONE with Hashimoto's thyroiditis or elevated thyroid antibodies and the principles even extend to those with Graves' disease.
Learn how to lower your antibodies and take control of your thyroid.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Is it possible to be both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid at the same time? Well, not exactly. But it is definitely possible for SOME tissues to have too much thyroid hormone while others do not have enough.
This is a pretty confusing topic but it's something that all thyroid patients should be aware of.
To start, you should be aware that a single tissue or cell cannot be both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid at the same time.
The way that thyroid hormone works is in the nucleus of the cell via a nuclear receptor. The way that the thyroid receptors work is such that a cell can either be stimulated or not. The same cell cannot be both hypothyroid and hyperthyroid at the same time.
Having said that, why do some people experience symptoms of both thyroid conditions? That is possible in a couple of different ways.
The first is through thyroid conditions which cause ALTERNATING thyroid function. These conditions may cause low thyroid one day and then high thyroid the next.
Conditions in this group include: - Thyroiditis (any cause) - Hashimoto's thyroiditis - Thyroid medication (levothyroxine and Synthroid) - Antithyroid medication
More common, though, is that people experience different thyroid hormone statuses in different cells. This is because some cells are more sensitive or resistant to thyroid hormone compared to others.
In this way, it's possible for one cell to get too much thyroid hormone stimulation (thus being hyperthyroid) while others are not getting enough (thus being hypothyroid).
Let me give an example:
Take your heart tissue, for instance. Heart tissue is much more sensitive to thyroid hormone compared to other tissues. Because of this, it's possible to have too much thyroid hormone hit your heart and cause heart palpitations BEFORE that thyroid hormone gets to other tissues such as your brain, skin, hair follicles, etc.
While your heart is getting to much (you are experiencing heart palpitations), your other tissues are not getting enough (you may still experience hair loss).
This can occur in many different tissues including your brain, pituitary gland, heart, skin, hair follicles, and in your metabolism.
Through this mechanism, it can feel like you are hyperthyroid and hypothyroid simultaneously but it's only because certain cells are experiencing different thyroid hormone stimulation.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
If you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis then these 10 foods should be avoided. Did you know that the foods that you put into your mouth impact the course of Hashimoto's?
It's true, foods can either positively impact or negatively impact thyroid function and that includes people who have autoimmune thyroiditis.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is both an autoimmune disease as well as a thyroid condition and both must be addressed if you want to see improvement.
The good news is that by changing your diet, it is possible to see an improvement in both immune function and thyroid function and potentially even reverse or halt the damage your immune system is doing to your thyroid gland.
This list of foods is notable for patients who have Hashimoto's because these food groups cause problems with either your immune system OR with thyroid function OR both.
If you have Hahsimoto's, make sure you are AVOIDING these foods.
Did any of these foods surprise you? Are you already avoiding them? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Why Tirosint beats levothyroxine for treating low thyroid in hypothyroid and low thyroid patients.
Levothyroxine is one of the most commonly prescribed medications to treat low thyroid conditions in the United States and around the world.
Unfortunately, it isn't the best medication for the job!
In fact, if you are reading this then you probably know what I am talking about. Are you taking levothyroxine and still dealing with issues such as brain fog, weight gain, constipation, hair loss, etc.?
If so, you may be one of the many thyroid patients out there who simply don't respond well to levothyroxine.
Does this mean hope is lost? No!
This is where Tirosint steps in.
Tirosint is VERY similar to levothyroxine in that it contains the same ACTIVE ingredients but it differs in its inactive ingredients.
This small distinction makes a huge difference in how it can make you feel.
Let's talk about 3 reasons why I think that Tirosint is far superior to levothyroxine:
1. It's cleaner
Tirosint only has 3 inactive ingredients and 1 active ingredient (thyroxine). You can compare this to levothyroxine which contains many different inactive ingredients, dyes, and fillers. These dyes and fillers can cause a lot of problems for certain people.
2. It's absorbed easier compared to levothyroxine.
Some studies even show that you can safely take Tirosint with food and STILL absorb it without any issue.
The fewer inactive ingredients found in Tirosint mean it's easier for it to get into your body.
3. It's easier to take.
Because it's in a gel cap (it's liquid-based) it is not only easier for your gut to absorb it, it can also be taken via the sublingual route.
Taking your thyroid medication sublingually increases absorption and helps you feel better.
In addition, it can also potentially be taken with food which may work better for many people with tight schedules.
Are you taking Tirosint? If so, leave your experience below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
Today I am joined by Dr. Anshul Gupta for a great discussion on reversing Hashimoto's, what triggers Hashimoto's, natural treatments for Hashimoto's, and much more.
Dr. Anshul Gupta is a best-selling author, speaker, researcher, and expert in Hashimoto’s disease. He is board-certified in family medicine with training in functional medicine, integrative medicine, and peptide therapy. He previously worked at the Cleveland Clinic Department of functional medicine alongside Dr. Mark Hyman and has most recently published a book called Reversing Hashimoto’s.
You can learn more about Dr. Gupta here: - Get a free consultation with Dr. Gupta: https://www.anshulguptamd.com/ - Learn more about his book Reversing Hashimoto's: https://amzn.to/3qO3ARG
Topics discussed today include: - How conventional doctors view Hashimoto's versus the functional medicine approach to Hashimoto's - Whether or not Hashimoto's is reversible - Tracking antibody levels to determine the severity of your disease - Why Hashimoto's is both an autoimmune disease as well as a thyroid disease and both aspects must be treated - The 5 most common triggers of Hashimoto's - How diet plays a role in the development of Hashimoto's - The importance of detoxification in managing Hashimoto's - How to test for heavy metals, mold, and other toxins - Using FAR IR sauna for detoxification - How to improve lymphatic function through dry bushing - The primary foods that drive Hashimoto's as well as leaky gut - Why patients with Hashimoto's develop small intestinal bacterial overgrowth as well as small intestinal fungal overgrowth - How to support thyroid function in Hashimoto's using food, supplements, and medications - Using ashwagandha if you have Hashimoto's - Using iodine if you have Hashimoto's - Should you avoid nightshades if you have Hashimoto's? - How AIP fits into treating patients with Hashimoto's - The value of consuming quality protein for immune and thyroid function - Should you use iodine if you have Hashimoto's? - Where does thyroid medication fit into the treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Today I have Dr. Amie Hornaman on my podcast for a follow up Q & A based on our previous podcast! Dr. Amie is known as the thyroid fixer and both her and I share a similar philosophy when it comes to treating and managing hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and thyroidectomy patients.
Our conversation today focuses mostly on T3 thyroid medication, how to use it, who should use it, its safety, how it impacts thyroid lab tests, and much more. We also talk a lot about weight loss and common pitfalls that thyroid patients face when they try to lose weight.
You can learn more about Dr. Amie Hornaman here: - Her Podcast the Thyroid Fixer: https://dramiehornaman.com/podcasts/ - Her Website: https://dramiehornaman.com/meet-amie/
If you have any additional questions please be sure to leave them below so we can do yet another follow-up Q and A.
Topics and questions discussed in this video include: - Do we all need T3? - Using T3 if you have a thyroidectomy, is 5mcg a good starting dose, and should I worry about lowering my TSH? - Risks vs rewards of TSH suppression and low TSH - Can you be hypothyroid with a low TSH - When is the best time of day to take T3? Is taking T3 at night safe and effective? - Is taking levothyroxine at night better than in the morning? - Taking T3 before you drink coffee - Making tweaks to your thyroid medication when you are completely optimized vs when you are trying to optimize your dose - T3 and T4 sublingual absorption. Can you take your thyroid medication under your tongue? - How can I lose weight, balance immune function, and improve my thyroid numbers if I have Hashimoto's? - How thyroid function impairs other hormones downstream which then makes losing eight more difficult - When to use sustained release T3 and how it compares to immediate release T3 - I can't lose weight even when eating 1650 calories per day, what can I do to lose weight? - Why reducing your calories as a hypothyroid patient can lead to thyroid damage and problems with reverse T3 - What is a good starting dose of berberine for weight loss?
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
Are these 6 healthy habits accidentally hurting your thyroid? It can be tough figuring out what works for you as a thyroid patient, especially when some healthy habits may actually have a negative impact on your thyroid.
Certain foods, including gluten-free foods, may actually block the uptake of iodine into your thyroid gland!
Before we jump in, don't let this information confuse you. Healthy habits are still great for your thyroid but these are things you should be aware of.
See this list of healthy habits that may have detrimental effects on thyroid function:
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Using Himalayan pink salt and Celtic sea salt These types of salt are great to use but they do not contain iodine. It's not a problem if you use them but just make sure that you are also getting enough iodine in for your thyroid gland from other sources.
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Eating too many green vegetables (without complementary iodine intake) Green vegetables are great for your overall health but they do have a goitrogenic impact on your thyroid. You can safely consume plenty of green vegetables as long as you are also consuming enough iodine.
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Taking a hair skin and nails supplement Hair, skin, and nails supplements are bad by themselves but you need to be aware that they often contain biotin. Biotin can interfere with your thyroid lab tests (NOT thyroid function) which may cause your doctor to underdose you. Be aware of this if you are using one.
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Eating too many brazil nuts each day Brazil nuts contain selenium which is great for thyroid function but it's easy to accidentally take too many and cause selenium toxicity. Be aware of this if you are on the keto diet.
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Taking supplements that contain sulforaphane Sulforaphane is the ingredient found inside vegetables that helps reduce inflammation, act as an anti-oxidant, and provides a lot of benefits. The only problem is that this ingredient ALSO blocks iodine uptake into the thyroid gland.
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Consuming foods and supplements that contain cyanide Some foods, including gluten free foods, contain naturally occurring sources of cyanide. As your body eliminates cyanide it creates thiocyanates which may block iodine. Foods/vitamins that contain naturally occurring sources of cyanide include: cyanocobalamin, cassava, lima beans, sprouted sorghum, flax seeds, almonds, sweet potatoes
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
There is a big connection between your skin and thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Your skin can be considered an outward manifestation of your inward health. In other words, if there is a problem with your skin it usually indicates some problem inside of your body!
For many patients with Hashimoto's, this usually means something is wrong with their thyroid but it can also be their immune system.
Here are 15 skin conditions associated with Hashimoto's either directly caused by low thyroid function, immune dysfunction, or indirectly related to the thyroid:
1. Dry skin - seen in up to 65% of thyroid patients. Also known as xerosis.
2. Thickening of the skin. Also referred to as hyperkeratosis.
3. Hives, also referred to as urticaria, seen in 6% of patients with Hashimoto's.
4. Large or thickened tongue. More rare than other conditions but does occur.
5. Acne. Hashimoto's can either cause deep cystic acne or hormonal related acne on the jawline.
6. Hair loss. This occurs in up to 70% of patients with Hashimoto's and is usually diffuse over the entire scalp.
7. Eyebrow hair loss. Different from diffuse hair loss, this type of hair loss occurs on the outer 1/3 of the eyebrow.
8. Pale or blue colored skin in the extremities. Usually caused by decreased blood flow.
9. Facial swelling, especially around the eyes.
10. Dermatitis herpetiformis. Not caused directly by the thyroid but instead a manifestation of Celiac disease.
11. Vitiligo. Another autoimmune disease seen in up to 6% of patients with Hashimoto's.
12. Weak or atrophied fingernails. Usually caused by nutrient deficiencies.
13. Decreased propensity to sweat. Caused by decreased thyroid function. This can impair detoxification efforts!
14. Fungal infections of the skin. Usually found in the folds of the skin.
15. Psoriasis. This isn't caused by the thyroid but can be associated with it.
Are you suffering from any of these skin conditions?
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
The 6 most common causes of hyperthyroidism and high thyroid function.
People often ask me why I don't spend as much time talking about hyperthyroidism as I do hypothyroidism.
The reason is simple! Hyperthyroidism is far less common than hypothyroidism and MOST people who have hyperthyroidism end up with hypothyroidism.
Only about 1-3% of the population suffers from hyperthyroidism and these people ultimately end up with low thyroid because of the treatment they receive (thyroidectomy and RAI).
For the record, if you are someone who has had their thyroid removed or ablated from RAI you are now considered LOW thyroid and all of the information I have on that topic applies to you.
Back to hyperthyroidism, though. Even though being hyperthyroid is less common it still DOES happen and these are the most common causes:
1. Graves' disease.
The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is the autoimmune disease Graves'. In this condition, your own body attacks itself and forces out extra thyroid hormone. This is because your body makes antibodies that look like TSH receptors on your thyroid gland. This is definitely the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in the US.
2. Thyroiditis (any type including Hashimoto's, postpartum, subacute, and so on).
Thyroiditis just refers to inflammation of the thyroid gland. Any inflammatory state can cause damage to the gland and cause the gland to produce EXTRA thyroid hormone. Most of these cases go away spontaneously and don't even require treatment with the exception of Hashimoto's thyroiditis which does NOT go away.
3. Hot nodules.
Thyroid nodules are incredibly common among all human beings and typically do not cause any issues.
4. Thyroid medication.
Thyroid medication is typically used to treat LOW thyroid but taking too much of it can absolutely lead to hyperthyroidism.
5. Iodine supplementation.
Rarely, iodine supplementation can also lead to hyperthyroidism. This typically only occurs when your dose is VERY high and is not a common problem for low doses of iodine. Don't let this scare you from taking iodine!
6. Thyroid supplements (rarely).
And last but not least, thyroid supplements can rarely cause hyperthyroid symptoms as well. This only occurs in supplements that are purchased from overseas. Overseas regulations are not as strict as US regulations and sometimes these supplements contain added T3 and T4 which are true thyroid hormones. This CAN cause issues. As long as you are getting supplements from a reputable source then you should have nothing to worry about :)
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
There are at least 6 different ways that you can test your iodine levels and we are going to be talking about each one! Testing your iodine can be important for some people but it's not always necessary. In fact, because iodine testing can be so inaccurate, getting information about your iodine level can cause confusion and may lead to worse outcomes.
This is why even though there are many ways to check your iodine, I typically don't recommend iodine testing. Before we talk about that, though, let's talk about some important iodine facts:
- ALL humans need it (we can’t create it).
- Iodine is stored predominately in the thyroid gland.
- Other tissues also need iodine outside of the thyroid (but less).
- Iodine has the potential to be harmful if taken in excessive doses
- Standard testing is typically not very accurate.
- Individual iodine intake varies dramatically so standard advice is difficult to make.
These facts are important because they build the framework for our discussion around iodine and testing for iodine.
With that in mind, let's talk about the 6 different ways that you can check your iodine status:
1. Urinary iodine level.
Probably the easiest way to check your iodine is in your urine. You can get either a post urinary level, a 24 hour urinary level, or an iodine/creatinine ratio. Testing your iodine in your urine is quick and easy for the patient but not always accurate. Of these listed, the iodine/creatinine ratio is probably the most accurate.
2. Serum iodine.
You can also check your iodine in your blood or serum. This is really only accurate for checking if you've recently taken too much iodine.
3. Serum thyroglobulin.
You can also check your iodine level indirectly using the serum thyroglobulin test. The big problem with this test is that it can only be used on someone who doesn't have a thyroid problem.
4. Iodine patch test.
I do not recommend using the iodine patch test as it is very inaccurate due to inconsistencies with evaporation.
5. Iodine loading test.
The iodine loading should also be avoided because it requires the ingestion of a huge amount of iodine prior to the test. If you are worried about iodine then taking a massive dose is probably not a good idea!
6. Hair iodine level.
Lastly, you can check your iodine level in your hair. This doesn't always correlate well with the iodine content inside of your thyroid gland so it's not the ideal test.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
Every wonder what causes thyroid weight gain? This video explains why low thyroid causes weight gain and how to fix it for long lasting weight loss.
Everyone knows that low thyroid leads to weight gain. After all, it's just normal physiology.
As thyroid function decreases one of the first symptoms you will experience is weight gain. And weight gain is something that pretty much every thyroid patient struggles with.
Unfortunately, many thyroid patients try to lose weight by cutting their calories which typically causes FURTHER damage and harm to their thyroid.
The key to preventing this issue from occurring is by looking at what actually causes weight gain in thyroid patients. As you understand this you will better be able to fix the underlying issue and lose weight.
So let's talk about that:
The first thing you should understand is that weight gain from low thyroid occurs because of its impact on your metabolism. As T3 levels fall your metabolism will drop in lockstep. As your metabolism drops you will gain weight.
The key to fixing this problem is NOT cutting your calories but instead fixing your thyroid.
But in addition to a disruption in your metabolism, low thyroid also causes a number of other hormone problems which also contribute to weight problems.
These hormone imbalances include:
1. Decreased testosterone leading to reduced muscle mass and decreased metabolism
2. Increased cortisol leading to abdominal/belly fat
3. Decreased progesterone leading to weight gain from estrogen-progesterone imbalances
4. Increased leptin leading to leptin resistance
5. Increased insulin leading to insulin resistance
These hormone imbalances are not necessarily treated as you fix your thyroid and may require additional treatments.
Using treatments such as testosterone replacement therapy, progesterone cream, adrenal adaptogens, and certain medications/prescriptions can be used to treat these hormone imbalances and finally help you lose weight.
All of these things should be done WHILE you address thyroid function either with natural therapies or prescription thyroid medications.
When you treat both areas you will finally be able to lose weight and keep it off.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Losing weight on levothyroxine, is it possible? You bet. Here's why your levothyroxine is not helping with weight loss and how to fix it.
Levothyroxine is the most commonly prescribed medication for treating low thyroid or hypothyroidism.
One of the most common symptoms associated with low thyroid function is WEIGHT GAIN. You might think that treating your thyroid using thyroid medication would cause you to lose weight but that isn't always the case and this video explains why that is.
It makes sense that increasing your thyroid hormone should cause weight loss, especially if the opposite leads to weight gain.
So if levothyroxine isn't helping you with weight loss the question is why not? Here are a few reasons why this may be the case:
1. Is it the right medication for you?
There are many different thyroid medications available on the market and they are not all created equal. Levothyroxine may simply not be the best medication for your body.
2. Have you waited long enough?
Even if levothyroxine is the right medication for you, have you given it enough time to kick in and to work? It takes roughly 4-6 weeks to see any change once you make changes to your thyroid medication dose!
3. Are you taking enough?
While levothyroxine may be the right medication for you, you have to make sure that you are taking enough. It won't provide any benefit to you if your dose is simply too low.
4. Is it getting into your system?
And lastly, you have to make sure that the medication you are taking is getting into your system. Believe it or not, people take their thyroid medication incorrectly which leads to decreased absorption in the gut.
When it comes down to it, levothyroxine just isn't always the best option for weight loss. Other thyroid medications, especially those that contain T3 thyroid hormone are often much more effective of that purpose. These medications include things like Armour thyroid, other formulations of NDT, and even T3 only thyroid medications.
If you aren't sure what to do next I've created a list of people who tend to do the BEST on levothyroxine. People in this category include those who are:
- Treatment naive
- Sensitive to T3 and/or NDT medications
- Sensitive to medications and supplements in general
- Have few if any chronic illnesses
- Have seen some improvement on levothyroxine within a short period of time (usually between 4-8 weeks)
Are you using levothyroxine? Is it helping you with weight loss? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Want to get rid of inflammation the natural way? Check out these supplements. These 6 anti inflammatory supplements can help cool off inflammation in the body and help you feel better.
Why is inflammation a problem? It is well known that inflammation can result in weight gain, arthritis, joint pain, hormone imbalances, sleep disturbances, immune system dysfunction, fatigue, poor cholesterol, and much more.
Managing inflammation, if done correctly, may help SOLVE these problems.
What is inflammation? Inflammation is a good thing and is part of the HEALING process and is perfectly NORMAL in the short term. But when it becomes chronic, it becomes an issue. Chronic inflammation can be triggered by autoimmune disease, gut issues, lingering infections, and constant exposure to allergens or irritants.
Want to get rid of inflammation? Check out these 7 supplements (+ some honorable mentions):
- Alpha-lipoic acid (a powerful antioxidant compound found in plants including broccoli, spinach, red meat, Brussel sprouts, peas, carrots). Potential benefits in diabetes as well as diabetic complications (neuropathy), also helpful for weight loss.
- MSM (methylsulfonylmethane found in green vegetables, probably works by improving the flow of nutrients in and out of the cell via cell membrane). Great for joint pain, arthritis, and osteoarthritis. It also helps with detoxification.
- Quercetin (a flavonoid found in plants such as leafy greens, tomatoes, berries, and broccoli). Reduces inflammation, great for allergies, heart health, and pain syndromes.
- Fish oil (high in omega 3 fatty acids, improves the ratio of omega 6:3 which improves inflammatory cascade). I use this for weight loss, cholesterol problems, and immune support.
- Bromelain (group of enzymes found in pineapple). Great for allergies, digestive issues, gut problems, arthritis, and asthma.
- Curcumin/turmeric + black pepper for absorption (perhaps most well-studied anti-inflammatory on the list with more than 12,000+ articles). Broad inflammatory support, great for autoimmune diseases, joint pain, and metabolic problems.
Honorable mentions include: Ginger Watercress Green tea Glycosaminoglycans
Are you currently taking any of the anti-inflammatory supplements on this list? Are they working for you? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Add these 7 thyroid superfoods to your diet to naturally support thyroid function. What is a thyroid superfood? Well, a superfood is just a food that has more nutrients per unit compared to other foods.
There's nothing magical about these superfoods except that they provide more of the nutrients that your thyroid needs compared to other choices.
This means that by changing up the foods you put into your body you can ensure that you are giving your thyroid the best shot it has to function at optimal levels.
Please note that these foods will not magically heal or fix your thyroid, though! But, all things being equal, it would be better to consume these foods because of the nutrients and benefits that they provide to your thyroid compared to others.
7 Thyroid Superfoods include:
1. Blueberries
Blueberries are low in sugar and high in phytonutrients (plant compounds). Antioxidants in the form of anthocyanin and polyphenols help fight free radicals in your cells and prevent cellular damage. 1 cup of blueberries = 85 calories, 21 grams of carbs, 24% vitamin C, 36% vitamin K. How much? ½ to 1 cup of blueberries each day, frozen or raw.
2. Seaweed
Seaweed is the best food source of iodine but the concentration can vary based on numerous factors. 1 gram = 16 to 1984mcg of iodine.
3. Maca root
2 tablespoons = 91 calories, 20 grams of carbs, 4 grams protein, 1 gram fat, 2 grams dietary fiber, 133% DV vitamin C, 84% DV copper, 23% DV iron, 16% DV potassium, 16% DV B6, 11% DV manganese, 8% DV niacin, 7% DV of calcium, 6% DV of riboflavin. Use 1-2 tablespoons each day in organic powder form in a morning smoothie.
4. Brazil nuts
Eating brazil nuts is the easiest way to get selenium into your diet aside from supplements. 1 brazil nut = 68 to 91mcg of selenium but concentration can vary by a lot so watch for signs of selenium toxicity.
5. Coconut oil
One of the best fats to cook with! Coconut oil provides your body with a pure source of energy. How much? 1-2 tablespoons per day.
6. Garlic
One of the best nutrients available. Also adds a ton of flavor to foods. If you don’t like the taste use 500 to 1500mg of garlic capsules per day.
7. Mussels (can opt for other shellfish)
Mussels great source of protein jam-packed with thyroid-specific nutrients. 150g of mussels contain 18 grams of protein for 129 calories and almost 1 gram of omega 3 fatty acids. Consume 1-3x per week for best results.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Are you experiencing thyroid related hair loss? If so, you aren't alone! Hair loss is one of the most damaging and concerning symptoms caused by low thyroid function and it's what we are going to be discussing today!
I've talked previously about how to treat thyroid related hair loss and today I want to expand on that.
But to recap, you need to know the basics. If you want to treat thyroid related hair loss at the most basic level then you need to do 3 things:
1. Optimize thyroid function with thyroid medication.
2. Optimize iron status by looking at ferritin.
3. Make sure you replace lost nutrients.
Doing this will help MOST people with hair loss related to their thyroid! If you haven't done these things then you should start there.
Today we are going to talk about additional or more advanced hair loss therapies that thyroid patients can use if they are suffering from hair loss or if those treatments listed above didn't work.
These therapies are very effective and help the different types of hair loss that thyroid patients experience including androgenetic alopecia, autoimmune alopecia, and diffuse alopecia.
These treatments include:
1. Microneedling
2. Platelet rich plasma
3. Low level light therapy (red laser & LED therapy)
4. Spironolactone (oral medication)
5. Minoxidil (Rogaine) - FDA approved for hair loss in women
6. Caffeinated shampoo & topical zinc
7. Finasteride (oral medication)
These are thyroid hair loss treatments that can be used on top of whatever you are doing now.
They may not all work but as you pick and choose between them you will eventually find what works best for your body.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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This video outlines my best tips and tricks to get better sleep.
Sleep is probably the single most important therapy that I know of when it comes to treating just about ALL diseases and conditions.
Want to lose more weight? Get more sleep. Want to reduce inflammation in your body? Get more sleep. Want to improve your autoimmune disease? Get more sleep. Want to age better? Get more sleep.
Getting 8 hours of sleep every night is probably the single closest thing we have to a "cure" for these conditions and is something that we ALL need and can all get more of.
Every time I talk about the importance of sleep, though, there are a number of people who ask HOW they can do it.
Well, here's your answer!
These are 12 tips and tricks that I've used successfully on either myself or my patients to help them get better sleep.
List of tips:
1. Get a sleep divorce
Sleep in a different room from your partner/spouse.
2. Set your temperature 1-2 degrees cooler
Lowering the temperature in your house or around your body can improve the depth and quality of your sleep.
3. Have more sex (earlier)
Having more sex is great for better sleep but make sure you have it early in the day! Having sex right before bed may make falling asleep difficult.
4. Take supplements
Some supplements, such as melatonin, can definitely help you fall asleep faster.
5. Use a screen shader
Screen shaders are built into most devices and they allow you to naturally block out blue light.
6. Keep a worry journal
A worry journal can help you get rid of thoughts that race through your mind at night and keep you from falling asleep.
7. Use a white noise machine
Using white noise or other sounds can help you fall asleep and reduce the chance you wake up from small noises.
8. Eliminate caffeine/coffee
Cut back on coffee or caffeine by at least 50% from whatever your daily dose is! Some people are very sensitive and need to be off of it for good.
9. Use meditation
Meditation is incredibly helpful at helping you calm down and can help with anxiety.
10. Wear blue light blocking glasses
If you can't get your device to block blue light then you can use blue light blocking glasses at night to prevent circadian rhythm disruption.
11. Change your pillow
Play around with the texture and firmness of your pillow. The right pillow can make a huge difference in the quality of your sleep.
12. Massage therapy and chiropractic work
Using massage therapy or chiropractic work can help ease muscle tension and improve the depth of your sleep.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Did you know that getting into the sauna 3-5 times per week may actually be able to treat Hashimoto's thyroiditis? FAR IR sauna has a number of benefits that you as a Hashimoto's patient should be aware of so you can take advantage of them.
First, let's talk about what a FAR IR sauna is and how it compares to a regular Finnish sauna.
The FAR IR sauna contains a combination of both heat and light waves that have therapeutic benefits. Both the Finnish and FAR IR saunas heat up the body and cause sweating but the penetration of the FAR IR sauna is greater which is why it's probably better for detox. FAR IR light waves can penetrate several centimeters into the skin which is enough to get into subcutaneous fat cells, some ligaments/joints, and even some superficial organs.
We also know that heating up the body induces many beneficial changes to both enzymes, proteins, and even genetic changes. These occur as your body tries to get back to its normal state. The triggering of these proteins and enzymes enhance the detoxification process which make sauna therapy so effective.
What type of benefits will getting into a FAR IR Sauna provide? Check them out below:
1. Detoxification
2. Reduced inflammation
3. Weight loss
4. Relaxation and stress reduction
5. Improved immune function
6. Pain relief
7. More energy
8. Better sleep
Want to get these benefits? You'll want to spend at least 15 minutes 3-5 times per week in a FAR IR sauna. Try to get a deep sweat while you are in there. FAR IR sauna therapy is safe and effective as long as it is done correctly.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Should you avoid the keto diet if you have thyroid problems? Will the ketogenic diet cause hypothyroidism or low thyroid function? The answer is maybe.
I'm not a huge fan of keto for thyroid patients for a few reasons and we will be discussing those reasons below. Having said that, there is a time and a place for using the keto diet if you have thyroid problems.
Will keto cause thyroid problems? Probably not, but it may trigger it in some people or make it worse in others. It’s not the keto causing it per se but it’s the fact that you were probably bordering on hypothyroidism anyway and that just happened to be the trigger.
It’s also the case that some people who do keto with existing thyroid disease will get worse. Not most, not all, probably not the majority, but some. So that is a risk worth considering before you go on it.
Some of the pros of the keto diet include: May cause rapid weight loss (sometimes but not always) Impact on insulin and blood sugar Treats depression, cognitive function, and memory May be better for appetite control
Some of the cons of the keto diet include: May not work as well for women as men May reduce free T3 levels and increase reverse T3 levels (appears to be proportionate to carbohydrate intake) May increase cholesterol levels May deplete minerals/nutrients Easy to do wrong (unhealthy versions)
Key takeaways for thyroid patients: 1. Keto can work for thyroid patients, I’ve recommended it on thyroid patients and have seen success. 2. I’m hesitant to recommend it long-term as it hasn’t been well studied. 3. Healthy keto is probably much healthier than the standard american diet, so if you like eating that way and the alternative is worse, then it’s probably okay to continue the keto diet. 4. As a thyroid patient, if you have tried other diets without success, then trying a keto diet is probably okay. If it leads to weight loss then the pros probably outweigh the cons. 5. If you feel worse on the keto diet or you see that your thyroid gets worse, then stop doing it! 6. If you want to be safe, keep an eye on your thyroid lab tests after starting it. If you both feel worse and see a drop in your thyroid labs then you have an answer. If your thyroid labs get worse but you feel better then it’s unclear what you should do from there.
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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This body fat hormone guide explains what your body fat tells you about your hormone levels. Have fat in your upper arms? It could be from your estrogen and progesterone. Have fat in your bell? That's cortisol. The list goes on.
Your hormones give you a LOT of information about what is happening inside of your body. The food that you eat is important in determining body fat accumulation but your hormones tell that fat WHERE to go.
Let me rephrase:
Eating a lot of extra food WILL cause weight gain but where that body fat accumulates depends on what is happening with your hormones. You can use this information to get valuable information about your hormones and which hormones you may have a problem with.
Why is this important? Because it's often hard to pinpoint hormone problems and it's even more difficult to understand hormone lab tests. Many doctors do not specialize in this area so they are also less than helpful.
This body fat guide is NOT a perfect science, however. Often times you may suffer from a combination of hormone imbalances which overlap with one another. But, in my experience, this information is usually very helpful.
Body fat hormone guide:
Fat on your upper arms/lower legs is usually caused by imbalances in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.
Body fat in your belly or abdominal body fat is usually caused by insulin resistance and problems with cortisol.
Body fat in the trunk or neck area is usually caused by excess cortisol (this is when your cortisol actually starts to increase).
The inability to build muscle mass or decreased muscle mass is usually caused by decreased testosterone.
Body fat which is evenly distributed over your entire body is usually caused by thyroid problems and/or leptin problems.
Fat in the thighs, butt, and breast area is usually caused by high estrogen.
Weight fluctuations of 5-10 pounds that occur monthly are usually caused by progesterone problems (usually a high progesterone).
Once you identify which problem you have you can then start to treat it with supplements, hormones, lifestyle, and so on!
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These are the 6 most common root causes of Hashimoto's thyroiditis including triggers that you should avoid. These triggers can CAUSE a Hashimoto's flare up.
Today we are going to be discussing the most common root CAUSES of Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease and must be triggered before it manifests in YOUR body.
When we talk about the root cause of Hashimoto's what we are really talking about are those things that trigger Hashimoto's in thyroid patients.
These triggers can either cause Hashimoto's directly or lead to a flare-up. Understanding these triggers is very important because it may help you direct and target your treatment.
If you can do this then you may be able to reduce or reverse your condition.
These are the top 6 most common root causes that I see:
1. Stress (emotional, physical, social)
Stress from ANY cause is probably the single most common trigger of Hashimoto's that I see. This stress can either be physical such as a car accident, it can be social such as a divorce, or it can be emotional such as problems with your spouse/work life, etc.
2. EBV viral infection
EBV stands for Epstein Barr virus and it is a virus in the herpes family. This viral infection has been known to trigger Hashimoto's in susceptible individuals. Some people end up with chronic low-grade EBV infections that can be treated.
3. H. Pylori bacterial infection
H. pylori stands for Helicobacter pylori and it is the bacteria responsible for the development of gastric ulcers. It is also an important factor in the development of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. The good news is that this bacteria CAN be treated with prescription antibiotics and herbal antibiotics.
4. Nutrient deficiencies
Nutrient deficiencies, especially Vitamin D, zinc, selenium, and iodine, can all increase your risk of developing Hashimoto's. Selenium and glutathione play a protective role in your thyroid gland and prevent damage from inflammation.
5. SIBO/SIFO (bacterial/fungal overgrowth syndromes)
SIBO refers to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and SIFO refers to small intestinal fungal overgrowth.
6. Gluten sensitivity (Celiac & NCGS)
Both Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity (nonceliac gluten sensitivity) result in damage to the gut lining and increase your risk of developing Hashimoto's. Avoiding gluten is an easy solution if this is your problem!
Do you know what triggered or caused your Hashimoto's? This list isn't exhaustive but it includes some of the most common triggers!
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These steps will make your prescription thyroid medication MORE effective. You'll feel better by using these proven tips.
Many thyroid patients have been prescribed thyroid medication yet they don't feel much different once they start taking it.
Has that happened to you?
You've probably been told that the only way to help you feel better is to adjust your dose but that may not be entirely true.
It turns out that there are some things that YOU can do, which are within your control, which can help make your thyroid dose more effective.
In other words, you can help your body feel better without adjusting your thyroid medication dose to make that dose of medication feel like it's more powerful.
And that's exactly what we are going to talk about today.
Below you will find 6 strategies that will help do just that:
1. Increase T4 to T3 conversion with supplements.
Supplements like zinc, selenium, and guggul extract can help improve T4 to T3 conversion. The more T3 thyroid hormone you have floating around in your bloodstream the better you will feel. You can take these ingredients in supplement form and I have a product which contains all of them (T3 conversion booster). If you don't want to use my product you can get them from other sources as well!
2. Change WHEN you take your thyroid medication
The next thing you can do is change what time of DAY that you take your thyroid medication.
Some people experience BETTER absorption by simply taking their thyroid medication in the evening.
3. Increase cellular sensitivity to T3 using supplements
Some supplements can also help your body become more sensitive to T3 hormone that you create or convert. Ingredients such as Vitamin E and Vitamin A help with this process. If you are not sensitive to the T3 that you create then you simply won't feel better.
4. Improve your gut to increase thyroid medication absorption
If you want to feel better then you need to make sure that your thyroid medication is getting absorbed by your intestinal tract.
5. Stop taking medications that BLOCK thyroid medication absorption and function
Did you know that prescription medications can block or limit how much thyroid medication you absorb? These medications can also slow down thyroid function independent of how they impact absorption.
6. Take it CORRECTLY
Lastly, you need to make sure you are NOT taking your thyroid medication with food, coffee, juice, or other drinks. Doing so will limit how much thyroid medication is getting into your system!
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimoto's
So you've been diagnosed with a thyroid problem? What does the world hold for you? What's it like living with hypothyroidism or low thyroid function? That's exactly what we are going to be talking about today!
Your thyroid controls and regulates most systems and hormones in your body and, as a thyroid patient, you should be aware of the potential problems that this may cause in your life.
But let me make this clear: Just because you have thyroid disease does not mean you need to suffer! There are always ways to both feel better, manage your weight, and control your symptoms (more on this below).
With that in mind, here are 7 things that all thyroid patients should know:
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It will be harder for you to lose weight compared to someone else
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Doctors may not take your symptoms seriously
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Some thyroid problems can be REVERSED or CURED (but not all)
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Some days you may feel better than others
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Your dose of thyroid medication will likely change throughout your life
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You may not need to be on thyroid medication forever
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If you are treated correctly you can get back to 100% (or close to it)
Some of these may seem depressing but let me assure you that they are not! You CAN live a completely normal life even with extreme thyroid problems as long as you are treated correctly.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Signs you are taking too much levothyroxine and when to know if you need to lower your dose. It's quite common for thyroid patients to accidentally take TOO much levothyroxine.
Levothyroxine is the most commonly used medication to treat low thyroid (of all types). Unfortunately, it only works if you are using the correct DOSE, however!
And there are many people out there right now, perhaps you, who are taking either too much or too little. The side effects associated with taking too much or too little are almost the complete opposite.
If you've been taking levothyroxine or Synthroid and you are NOT feeling better then this video is for you.
While it is more common for people to not take ENOUGH levothyroxine (meaning their dose is too small) there are still plenty of people out there who are taking too much levothyroxine.
When you take too much levothyroxine you will start to experience some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism as well as a few added symptoms associated with the medication itself.
Signs your dose of levothyroxine may be too high include:
1. Irritability
2. Hair loss
3. Anxiety
4. Insomnia
5. Muscle weakness
6. Fertility issues
7. Rapid heartrate
8. Palpitations
9. Diarrhea or loose stools
10. Heat intolerance
Do you feel that your thyroid medication dose is off? Do you think you are taking too much? Leave a comment below to let me know!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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In this video, Dr. Amie and I discuss: - Thyroid weight gain and what triggers it - Reverse dieting and how it can help improve your metabolism - Inflammation and its impact on thyroid disease (also the potential sources and causes of inflammation in thyroid patients) - Adrenal fatigue and cortisol testing, the best tests to use, why I don't recommend cortisol testing, and more - The iodine thyroid controversy, why I don't recommend using high dose iodine, and what range of iodine is important - Why TSH suppression isn't always a bad thing but what to watch out for if you suppress your TSH - Why optimizing your free T3 over your free T4 is important - Why high free T3 levels aren't necessarily a problem - The connection between osteoporosis and atrial fibrillation with thyroid disease - And how to balance the risks vs rewards of thyroid management
If you have any follow-up questions about this podcast please leave them in the comments below!
You can connect with Dr. Amie in the following ways: Website: https://dramiehornaman.com/ Podcast: https://dramiehornaman.com/podcasts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amiehornamannutrition/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/DrAmieHornaman
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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In this video, I interview Dr. Eric Osansky. Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, a certified functional medicine practitioner, and author of the book “Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease. Dr. Osansky was personally diagnosed with Graves’ disease and has been in remission through the use of natural therapies. His focus is helping people with hyperthyroidism do everything they can to avoid radioactive iodine ablation and thyroid surgery.
If you want to learn more about Dr. Eric Osansky you can find more information here: Naturalendocrine solutions website: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions... Dr. Osansky's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Treatm... Dr. Osansky's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
During our discussion, we talk about hyperthyroid conditions including Graves' disease and toxic multinodular goiter. We talk about the importance of doing everything within your power to PREVENT the progression of your disease to thyroid surgery and/or radioactive iodine. We spend a lot of time talking about natural therapies including supplements, diet, the triggers of Graves' disease, why hyperthyroid patients gain weight, and much more.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These are the top 5 best prescription weight loss medications on the market. These weight loss meds actually work and I've personally used them on many patients with success.
I've been helping people lose weight for a long time and over the years I've been able to test many different weight loss medications. I've found that while there are many prescription weight loss medications available, only a handful actually work very well.
In this video, I will walk you through the top 5 best prescription weight loss medications available on the market, which ones I prefer to use, what you can expect while using them, how they work, and more.
Before you jump in, make sure you understand that while prescription weight loss medications can be very effective, you should never just use them by themselves. If you are serious about weight loss you should combine these weight loss medications with other changes such as adjusting your diet, reducing your stress, exercising daily, and balancing your other hormones.
If your plan is to jump on one of these medications and lose a bunch of weight, it's probably not going to happen!
But these medications can be very effective if used correctly and if combined with a healthy lifestyle.
The top 5 best prescription medications for weight loss include:
1. Saxenda/Victoza
Saxenda is FDA approved for weight loss and is probably the single most effective medication on this list.
2. Invokana/Farxiga
Invokana and Farxiga are not FDA approved for weight loss but they can help. They work by helping your body eliminate or pee out sugar from your kidneys.
3. Naltrexone
Naltrexone is a part of one FDA approved weight loss medication known as Contrave. Naltrexone is not as effective as the others but it is very safe.
4. Metformin
Metformin is commonly used to treat diabetes but it does have some weight loss benefits. Don't expect much from metformin though because many people are already taking it.
5. Phentermine
Phentermine helps with weight loss by reducing your appetite and increasing up your metabolism. It only works if it is used correctly, however, so don't just jump on it without understanding how to use it.
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
In this video, I interview Janie Bowthorpe. Janie Bowthorpe is an author and thyroid advocate. She is the Author of the Stop the Thyroid Madness books as well as the creator of the Stop the Thyroid Madness Website where she has spent many years writing about her experience and the experience of other thyroid patients. With the use of NDT, she was able to reclaim her life and she now helps other thyroid patients do the same.
If you want to learn more about Janie you can check out her website as well as her books below: Stop the Thyroid Madness Website - https://stopthethyroidmadness.com/ Stop the Thyroid Madness Book - https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Thyroid-M...
We spend a lot of time time talking about Natural Desiccated Thyroid and what makes it a great thyroid medication. Janie goes into detail on how she was able to improve her health with the use of NDT, how much NDT she is taking, and how her dosing has changed over the years.
We also spend time talking about the pitfalls of using thyroid facebook groups. These groups have some benefits but they can also the source of a lot of bad information which then gets propagated in the thyroid community.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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The unfortunate truth is that most doctors fail thyroid patients. This is why so many thyroid patients are unhappy with their current treatment.
As a whole, do you think doctors help or hurt thyroid patients?
This survey of over 12,000 thyroid patients shows that doctors, on the average, are not helping thyroid patients.
These 12,000 thyroid patients were asked a series of questions and their responses were recorded. Among these questions, they were asked how satisfied they were with their current treatment, they were asked what type of problems and issues they continue to have, they were asked how long they had their thyroid disease, and they were asked what type of thyroid medication they were taking.
The results are probably not surprising to you as a thyroid patient if you've been following me for any length of time but it's still good to go over them.
On the whole, these 12,000 thyroid patients gave their doctors a 5 out of 10 on the satisfaction scale. This means that doctors are getting a 50% grade in thyroid management. In other words, they are failing!
Additional important findings include:
62% of people who responded to the survey were taking T4 only thyroid medications like levothyroxine and Synthroid. 41% of respondents have been receiving thyroid treatment for 10 years or MORE 43% of respondents suffer from hypothyroidism from Hashimoto's thyroiditis (the #1 cause of hypothyroidism in most developed countries) The overall satisfaction among thyroid patients receiving treatment for their hypothyroidism is 5 out of 10 69% of respondents suffer from weight management issues (which is a major cause of their dissatisfaction) 77% of respondents suffer from fatigue or low energy (which is a major cause of their dissatisfaction) Thyroid patients rate the need for new thyroid therapies as a 10 out of 10
What does this mean for you? It DOESN'T mean that you have to suffer from thyroid disease forever. Instead, it means that you are probably going to have to look outside of the traditional advice that your doctor gives you regarding your thyroid.
But there are things within your control that you can do to help you feel better. Things like changing your diet, exercising regularly, getting more sleep, reducing your stress, and taking thyroid boosting supplements can all help.
How satisfied are you with your thyroid management? What grade would you give your own doctor? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Time for another round of thyroid questions and answers! If you have questions, leave them below!
Have questions that you want answered? Please leave them in the comments below! I am going to try and answer your questions at least a couple of times per month.
Questions in this video come from a post I left on youtube and I will draw from future questions here for additional videos.
Questions answered in this video include:
Q - Does Hypothyroidism cause swelling/edema? And how do you fix it? A - YES! Low thyroid function can absolutely lead to edema and swelling. The key to fixing this problem is to fix your thyroid. Not ALL cases of edema/swelling are caused by low thyroid, however.
Q - How do I know if I am hyperthyroid and whether or not it's due to my medication or Hashimoto's? A - You have to be careful about how you define hyperthyroid. Taking thyroid medication may drop your TSH but that doesn't necessarily mean that you are hyperthyroid. Many patients can be low thyroid with a low TSH even though their lab tests look hyperthyroid.
Q - How do I know if I have just Hashimoto's or an under active thyroid? How do I diagnose Hashimoto's? A - The key is that you must have BOTH low thyroid symptoms AND elevated thyroid antibodies. Some people have what's known as seronegative Hashimoto's but that is not common. When in doubt it's statistically in your favor to assume you have Hashimoto's.
Q - Can you still have symptoms even if your thyroid lab tests are in the normal range? My doctor says no. A - YES! You can definitely have symptoms even with "normal" or "optimal" thyroid lab tests. Each person is different and thyroid lab tests should not be used without also evaluating your symptoms.
Q - Can you comment on the connection between Hashimoto's and high testosterone? Is this normal? A - Most women with Hashimoto's tend to have low testosterone but some women with Hashimoto's do have high testosterone, it's just far less common. Sometimes treating your thyroid can completely improve your testosterone levels.
Q - How do know what the right dose of Nature-throid is? It's hard to pinpoint what my dose should be. A - When trying to adjust your dose of thyroid medication you may find that compounded T4/T3 thyroid medication allows for finer tuning of your dose. Sometimes taking a small dose one day and then a larger dose another day can solve the problem as well.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
In this video, I interview Jeff Whelchel. Dr. Jeff Whelchel is an MD practicing in Amarillo Texas. He is trained in Family Medicine where he practiced in conventional medicine for 21 and a half years. He is now practicing functional medicine where he specializes in thyroid management and bioidentical hormone management with the use of BIOTE pellet therapies. He's a good friend of mine and one of the few people I would trust to treat my own family members.
If you are interested in being treated by Dr. Whelchel or want to get in touch with this practice, you can do so at this link here: http://healthyhormones.us/contact-us/
During our discussion, we talk about his own personal health journey and how that impacted his interest in practicing functional and integrative medicine. We talk about how he transitioned from focusing on conventional thyroid management with the TSH and levothyroxine to the functional medicine approach with the complete thyroid lab panel and other thyroid medications such as NDT, T3, and SR T3.
We also discuss the difficulties that conventional doctors face in treating thyroid patients with certain thyroid medications, how bioidentical hormones fit into thyroid management, how treating thyroid function can improve certain hormones, and when it's appropriate to use bio-identical hormones in thyroid patients.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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Can the thyroid gland grow back or is it possible to regrow your thyroid? We will explore that very question in this video.
One question I get from many thyroid patients is whether or not the thyroid gland can grow back.
They are asking because they have often been told that they will need to be on thyroid medication for the rest of their lives.
This proposition doesn't sound appealing, so it's at least worth looking into whether or not it's possible for the thyroid gland to regrow.
Unfortunately, it's not possible, at least not in the way that you are probably thinking about it.
The thyroid gland, like brain tissue and heart tissue, does NOT grow back once it's dead.
But there is a difference between DAMAGED thyroid gland tissue and DESTROYED thyroid gland tissue.
Damaged thyroid gland tissue can be salvaged and it may be possible to restore some of this damaged gland tissue back to its former glory.
There are, however, some situations and conditions in which it's not possible to see this.
Learn more about these conditions and whether or not it's possible to salvage your thyroid gland based on your thyroid condition.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
In this video, I interview Paul Robinson. Paul is a thyroid patient advocate and the author of 3 books on thyroid including Recovering with T3, the Thyroid Patients Manuel, and CT3M Handbook.
The key takeaway here is that you do NOT have to continue to suffer as a thyroid patient. Paul has successfully used T3 thyroid medication to recover his health back to 100% and has helped over 1,000 thyroid patients do the same over the last several years.
T3 is the most important thyroid hormone in the body and it can be used to both treat and manage thyroid symptoms in the short term and long term.
Links to Paul's books and website: Recovering with T3: https://www.amazon.com/Recovering-T3-Journey-Hypothyroidism-Thyroid/dp/0957099347/ Thyroid Patients Manuel: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0957099339/ CT3M Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0957099355/ Paul's Website: https://paulrobinsonthyroid.com/
In this video, you will learn how Paul was able to recover back to 100% using T3 only thyroid medication, how to tell if you should be taking T3 thyroid medicine as a thyroid patient, the average dose that most people need to feel better, potential side effects of T3 thyroid medication and whether or not its dangerous, how to evaluate your thyroid lab tests while using T3, whether or not a suppressed TSH is dangerous, and much more.
Paul provides a wealth of knowledge that will help pretty much any thyroid patient.
Did you enjoy this interview? Would you like to see Paul again? Let me know below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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These tests are required if you want to test for inflammation in your body. These tests check for systemic or whole body inflammation.
Inflammation is something that you don't want going on in your body. High levels of inflammation in the body increase your risk of developing almost every major disease including autoimmune disease, cancer, heart disease, stroke, and much more.
Inflammation has also been associated with accelerated aging!
No matter how you look at it, it's not something you want in your body.
The good news is that you can test for inflammation in your body by looking at some simple blood tests.
These blood tests help identify the presence of both acute and chronic inflammation but they don't tell you WHY the inflammation is present.
These tests are so important that I order them in just about every patient that I see. They are especially helpful if you have thyroid problems or just want to stay in optimal health.
These tests include:
- ESR
- CRP
- Ferritin
- Antibody testing (optional)
- IL6, TNFa, and fibrinogen (optional)
Learn why these tests are so important and what they mean for you in this video.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
What is T4 to T3 conversion? T4 to T3 conversion is the most important aspect of thyroid function because it impacts T3 thyroid hormone levels.
T4 to T3 conversion is probably the most important aspect of thyroid function and it's something that you should be aware of if you have ANY thyroid problem.
T4 to T3 conversion refers to the process in which your body ACTIVATES thyroid hormone.
Most thyroid hormone is floating around in your body as T4 and, in order to be useful to the body, it must be converted into T3.
T3 is roughly 300x more biologically active than T4. It's not even close. T3 is, therefore, the most important thyroid hormone in your body.
And while doctors know that this process happens, they make the assumption that it occurs perfectly in all people.
This isn't the case, though.
In fact, many people struggle to convert T4 into T3 for a variety of reasons including their own genetics.
In this video, you will learn why this conversion process is so important, the various factors that positively impact thyroid conversion and the various factors which negatively impact it, and much more.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Is it possible to have Hashimoto's thyroiditis without positive antibodies? The answer is yes and and it occurs in the form of sero negative Hashimoto's.
In fact, there are at least 2 conditions that result in negative antibodies even though there is active inflammation (the hallmark of Hashimoto's) in the thyroid gland.
One condition is known as sero negative Hashimoto's and it is actually quite common. In this condition, patients have active inflammation in the thyroid gland but they have NEGATIVE thyroid antibodies.
What's interesting, though, is that they still respond to normal treatments for Hashimoto's, and the disease tends to be less severe compared to those with positive antibodies.
Another condition that results in negative antibodies is end-stage Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
In both conditions, you still have Hashimoto's thyroiditis and active thyroid gland inflammation, but your antibodies may not show up in your blood.
Learn more about these conditions here!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
Are you currently taking thyroid medication? Have you ever wondered about trying to get off of your thyroid medication? You were probably told that you have to take it for the rest of your life, right?
What if I told you that that may not be the case? Well, it's true. There are a lot of thyroid patients who are taking prescription thyroid medications who ultimately want to stop taking them if at all possible. And it turns out that there may be a path for certain people.
But please read this disclaimer before you attempt it:
Do NOT attempt to get off of your thyroid medication without physician supervision. There are some conditions which make getting off of thyroid medication impossible. These conditions include complete removal of the thyroid gland, complete destruction of the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine, and complete destruction of the thyroid gland from end-stage Hashimoto's thyroiditis. If you have any of these conditions then you MUST take thyroid medication forever.
But what about other thyroid patients? There may be a way for you to potentially get off of your thyroid medication or potentially lower the dose that you are taking.
Getting off of thyroid medication involves treating the root cause of your thyroid condition and fixing that problem. If you can do this then you may be able to lower your dose.
Watch this video for more information on how to do exactly that.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
The complete list of zinc deficiency symptoms. If you have these symptoms they are a warning sign that your body needs more zinc!
Zinc is an incredibly important nutrient and one that plays an important role in many systems in your body.
Zinc helps to regulate your immune system, it helps to support thyroid function, it helps with hair growth, energy production, and so much more.
And while overt gross zinc deficiency is not common in the United States, it is common to have what I refer to has a sub optimal zinc level.
People who have a sub optimal zinc level may experience some minor symptoms of zinc deficiency and feel better when supplementing with zinc.
You can help identify zinc deficiency based on how you are feeling or your symptoms.
Learn more about these symptoms in this video.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
NP thyroid was recently recalled at the end of April due to concerns over the potency of this medication. NP thyroid was one of the remaining few NDT brands left after Nature-throid and WP thyroid were pulled off of the market for reasons last year.
NP thyroid was recalled due to issues in dosing where it was found to be sub potent. Subpotency means that in certain lots NP thyroid was falling below the 10% therapeutic index set for this medication. What this is that some lots of NP thyroid contained much LESS thyroid medication and thyroid hormone than advertised.
To prevent issues, these lots were voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer.
The only remaining NDT brand of thyroid medication on the market right now is Armour thyroid. Is this your only option if you were previously using NP thyroid with success?
Not at all. There are still several options available to you.
Option #1: You can simply switch to Armour thyroid. Armour thyroid has issues, though, so it may not be the best option for everyone, especially if you've previously used it without success.
Option #2: You can try to get a compounded desiccated thyroid from a compounding pharmacy. The issue with this option is that many pharmacies are struggling to keep stock right now so this option may not be available to everyone.
Option #3: You can switch to a combination of synthetic T4 and T3 to replace the combination T4 + T3 in NP thyroid. This would look like a combination of Tirosint + Cytomel/liothyronine/SR T3.
Between these 3 options you should find something that works for you!
When will NP thyroid and the other thyroid medications be back? At this time we don't know but I will update you if any further information comes out.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Thyroid Basics - What Every Thyroid Patient Should Know (Part 2) Podcast Episode with Dr. Greg jones by Dr. Westin Childs
The complete list of Synthroid side effects including hair loss, weight gain, depression, racing heart, palpitations, and MORE.
Synthroid is a name brand thyroid medication and frequently used to treat low thyroid function of ANY cause.
It's not the same as levothyroxine but it is VERY similar.
Unfortunately, Synthroid, like any medication, carries with it the potential for many different side effects.
And today we are going to dig into the side effects associated with this medication.
What may surprise you is that Synthroid is unlike other medications in that it can cause side effects for several different reasons.
Reason #1. Due to the medication itself OR the binders/fillers/dyes found inside of it.
Reason #2. Side effects because you are not taking ENOUGH.
Reason #3. Side effects because you are taking TOO MUCH.
Learn how to differentiate between these side effects to know whether you need to switch medications entirely or if all you need to do is adjust your dose.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Reposted with permission from Dr. Greg Jones. Original video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFJ5g...
Dr. Greg Jones interviews me in this podcast episode. In it, we discuss the basics that every thyroid patient should know about thyroid management.
You'll learn:
The most common symptoms of low thyroid function and why patients often go undiagnosed.
The main lab tests that you should get as a thyroid patient and why traditional lab work fails.
The primary causes of thyroid disease and how this impacts thyroid patients and thyroid management.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This video outlines how you can use lasers to treat Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Using lasers may help regenerate thyroid gland tissue.
Is it possible to regenerate thyroid gland tissue that has been damaged? Well, you can't regrow thyroid gland tissue which is DEAD but you may be able to heal or accelerate the healing process of DAMAGED thyroid gland tissue.
It turns out that there are certain cold lasers, termed low level light therapy, which may have a beneficial effect on treating Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
These lasers are COLD lasers which mean that they don't burn your skin. And because the thyroid gland is so close to the skin, it's possible for these lasers to penetrate into the thyroid glad in the neck.
Some recent studies have shown that LLLT lasers can help reduce inflammation in the thyroid gland, improve thyroid gland size, and more.
Learn more about using lasers to treat Hashimoto's thyroiditis and how/if you should try this interesting therapy/treatment!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Bioidentical hormones, or body identical hormones, are both SAFE and EFFECTIVE. Learn more about these hormones and why they are so effective.
There is a lot of confusion regarding what bioidentical hormones are and what they are not. Unfortunately, this confusion only seems to benefit pharmaceutical companies who want the waters to be muddy.
Bioidentical hormones are hormones which are IDENTICAL to the hormones that your own body would produce in a natural state. These biological compounds can NOT be patented by pharmaceutical companies so they cannot make money off of them.
Because of this, they create synthetic frakeinstein-esque hormones which look similar and then they refer to both hormones as if they are the same.
Bioidentical hormones, sometimes referred to as body identical hormones, are NOT the same thing as these pharmaceutical hormones. Bioidentical hormones are MUCH safer because your body knows how to use them and knows how to handle them (it's creating them after all!).
Examples of bio-identical hormones include:
- Thyroid hormone (all types)
- Progesterone USP
- Estradiol USP
- Testosterone USP
NOT INCLUDED in this list are birth control pills and MOST other hormones that doctors prescribe.
Learn more about these hormones, why I recommend them, how to know if you are getting them, and much more here.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
These are the 6 stages of Hashimoto's thyroiditis that every patient with Hashi's will go through.
There are no fewer than 6 stages of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and where you fit on these stages matters because it impacts what type of therapies and treatments will work best for you.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease characterized by self-destruction of the thyroid gland by the immune system. This destruction takes place over decades but there may be ways to slow or stop the destruction if it's caught early enough.
Each person with Hashimoto's thyroiditis will process through certain stages. These stages proceed in every patient with Hashimoto's as the disease gets worse and as more and more damage accumulates.
Learn more about these stages, what they mean for you, what happens to your lab tests at each stage, and how these stages impact treatment options available to you.
As you go through these stages try to find out where you fit and share your comments/questions below!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
The benefits of Cycle syncing your workouts include better hormone balance, weight loss, and much more. Learn how to sync your workouts to your menstrual cycle here.
Did you know that cycle syncing your workouts may be a way to finally help you get results like hormone balance and weight loss from your exercise routine?
Cycle syncing refers to the practice of syncing the intensity of your workouts with your menstrual cycle.
At different times during the month, your sex hormones will be peaking. You can take advantage of the peaks in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone to get the most out of your works outs.
You can also take advantage of the lulls in these hormones and reduce the intensity of your workouts to match your energy level.
Doing this can be much more beneficial than following standard advice and can help improve hormone balance, help with weight loss, improve libido, and much more.
Learn how to sync your cycles and why you should consider doing it in this video.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Are you falling for any of these Hashimoto's diet myths? Find out more about what foods you should and shouldn't be eating if you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
You probably already know that Hashimoto's can be managed or at least improved by changing or altering your diet, right?
Well, if you didn't then allow me to be the first to tell you - changing your diet is a sure-fire way to either worsen or improve your condition.
And many people know this. Unfortunately, a lot of people seem to "know" things that may not be true. This has lead to some common myths that are propagated by Hashimoto's patients on various forums and on the internet.
As someone who has treated people with Hashimoto's using diet and other therapies, allow me to debunk some of these myths.
If you have Hashimoto's then you owe it to yourself to understand these things because you CAN impact your disease and potentially treat and reverse your condition with the right information.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
The best doctor to see if you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis. It's not what you think...
Why does it matter what type of doctor you see if you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis? Well, if you have this condition then you've probably already realized something very important...
Standard doctors are just not very interested in treating the underlying CAUSE of Hashimoto's and they are all too fine with allowing your own body to destroy your thyroid gland in what they refer to as the "sit and wait" approach.
If this doesn't sit well with you then you are in the right place.
Today I am going to talk about your BEST options if you have Hashimoto's including the best doctors to help you feel better and reverse your condition.
These doctors are NOT the typical doctors you might think of like endocrinologists and family practice doctors.
Watch the video to find out how to get the best treatment for your condition.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
These supplements stop facial hair in women and may help to treat hirsutism by acting as androgen blockers. Learn how to get rid of your facial hair here.
Are you a woman struggling with facial hair growth? Dark hair growth on the face is a warning sign of a hormone imbalance.
As estrogen and progesterone levels fall this allows for testosterone levels to rise. As testosterone and androgens increase, you may start to develop facial hair growth.
The good news? This can be treated or at least improved with the use of certain supplements that BLOCK this process from occurring.
While these supplements can be very effective to help stop facial hair growth I would strongly recommend that you use them in conjunction with other therapies and hormones. This treatment will give you the BEST results possible.
This list of supplements works to help reduce testosterone and androgens by either blocking the activation of testosterone to DHT. They also work by improving estrogen and progesterone levels which can naturally block testosterone receptors.
Learn more about these supplements and how to use them here!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Eating disorders can CAUSE thyroid problems including conditions such as low thyroid and hypothyroidism. Learn how to fix the problem if you have an eating disorder and a thyroid problem.
Did you know that eating disorders can CAUSE thyroid problems? And when I am talking about thyroid problems here I am referring to low thyroid conditions or hypothyroidism.
Eating disorders, specifically anorexia and bulimia, trigger several changes in the body which have a negative impact on thyroid function. The result is a combination of metabolic damage and low thyroid function.
Eating disorders cause thyroid problems by damaging the hypothalamic pituitary axis, by increasing stress hormones in the body, by decreasing T4 to T3 conversion, and by altering your weight.
One big problem is that the TSH suppression seen by these disorders can make diagnosing the thyroid problem more difficult unless you know what to look for.
Learn more about the connection between eating disorders and how they cause thyroid problems here.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
How to test for Vitamin B12 deficiency. These 4 lab tests must be ordered to check if you have a B12 deficiency.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is INCREDIBLY common and most doctors are NOT testing for it correctly.
The most commonly ordered test looking for B12 deficiency is the serum B12 test but this test falls short in MANY cases. While it tells you how much B12 is in the bloodstream it does NOT tell you if your body can utilize that B12.
The good news is that there are other tests which you can order which tell you if your body can use your B12 or not. These tests are FAR more helpful than serum B12 and they must be ordered if you want to get an accurate picture of your B12 status.
If you suspect that you have a vitamin B12 deficiency, or if you just want to stay healthy, then you need to get these 4 lab tests!
Additional tests include:
Methylmalonic acid, the MCV, and homocysteine levels. The video explains what these tests mean and how to interpret your results!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
The copper IUD (also known as Paragard) is an IUD and one of the most widely prescribed methods of contraception.
This form of birth control is perhaps one of the best options available for long term birth control management due to its impact (or lack thereof) on your sex hormones.
The copper IUD does NOT have the same damaging effects on your HPO axis as over the counter birth control pills and has significantly fewer side effects compared to other forms of birth control.
Learn more about the pros and cons of the copper IUD (Paragard) in this video and why it's one of my preferred methods of birth control!
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
What is subclinical hypothyroidism? Subclinical hypothyroidism is supposed to be a state of low thyroid function which does not yet present with the symptoms of hypothyroidism or low thyroid function.
But there's one big problem...
Most people with subclinical hypothyroidism DO present with the symptoms of hypothyroidism which means that they really have true hypothyroidism and not the sub clinical subtype.
If you've been told you have subclinical hypothyroidism and you are NOT getting treatment from your doctor then you need to watch this video.
You will learn why most people with sub clinical hypothyroidism have true hypothyroidism, why the thyroid lab tests for TSH are not correct, and why it may be a good idea to undergo treatment with thyroid medication or other natural therapies!
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Did you know that thyroid problems can lead to acne? And the type of acne that it leads to is cystic and typically very difficult to treat.
Your thyroid plays an important role in regulating skin moisture, hair growth, and it can even cause acne.
How do you know if your thyroid is causing your acne problem? It's not quite as simple as you might think.
There are signs that you can use, however, which help you to know if your acne is thyroid related, hormone related, or due to some other cause.
In this video, you will learn more about the connection between acne and your thyroid, how to tell if your acne is caused by your thyroid, and how to clear up your skin.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Phentermine is one of the most common weight loss medications prescribed by doctors. But there's one big problem:
It doesn't work nearly as well as you might think.
Yes, it can help you lose weight but that weight loss is only temporary. In addition, it comes at the cost of damage to your metabolism, a loss in lean muscle mass, and it may also cause some serious side effects.
Before you use phentermine for weight loss, you need to watch this video so you can avoid these negative side effects.
There are other weight loss medications available which can help with long-term weight loss which do NOT cause these negative side effects.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Levothyroxine is one of the most prescribed medications in the entire world. And while Synthroid isn't prescribed as often, it is still used frequently by patients with low thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Most doctors and patients believe that these medications are interchangeable, but is it true? Not really.
Even though these medications contain the exact same active ingredient they are NOT the same.
Some people react better to levothyroxine and some react better so Synthroid but there's no way to know for sure if you will react well to one or the other without giving it a try.
Find out if you should consider making the switch here.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Are you new to the whole thyroid thing? If so, this is the video for you. I am going to walk you through the importance of reverse T3 and why you NEED to get this thyroid lab test.
You will learn what it actually means, how it compares to other thyroid lab tests, and why your doctor just isn't willing to order it.
Reverse T3 is best described as an anti thyroid metabolite which competes with the active and most powerful thyroid hormone free T3.
The more reverse T3 that you have in your body the HARDER it will be for your thyroid to work and the WORSE you will feel.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
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Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
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Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
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Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Did you know that certain medications can BLOCK thyroid function? This is very important because many patients with thyroid problems often have other conditions that require the use of prescription medications.
Some of these medications can make thyroid function worse in various ways which will impact how you are feeling.
If you know which medications do this then you can either avoid them or switch to different medications.
These prescription medications negatively impact your thyroid by either blocking T4 to T3 conversion, by damaging the thyroid gland directly, by influencing your TSH, or by interfering with thyroid medication absorption.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
I probably don't need to spend any time convincing you that exercise is healthy, right?
What you probably don't realize is just how important exercise is for your thyroid gland.
Exercising (the right amount) can naturally help improve thyroid hormone levels, reduce inflammation, and even help with your metabolism.
But this assumes that you are exercising CORRECTLY! If you needed a reason to get out and exercise then watch this video. You will learn 3 important benefits that exercise provides to your thyroid and how exactly it helps.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Hyperthyroidism is a condition characterized by excessive thyroid hormone production from the thyroid gland. In other words, your body is producing TOO much thyroid hormone.
People ask me all of the time why I don't talk much about hyperthyroidism. The reason? Because most people who have hyperthyroidism end up with hypothyroidism and it has to do with the treatments available to hyperthyroid patients.
This video breaks down the 3 stages of hyperthyroid treatment including the temporary phase with the use of anti thyroid medications, the permanent phase, and then the post treatment phase.
The temporary phase is where you want to put most of your effort because you may be able to reverse your disease here.
If you wait too long then this may not be an option for you and you will end up causing permanent damage to your thyroid either with thyroid surgery or with radioactive iodine ablation.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood, and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
An overview of the 3 major thyroid medication recalls that happened in 2020 and how they will impact the future of thyroid medication!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
If you are taking thyroid medication then you should pay close attention to your TSH. While the TSH isn't a perfect test it can still be useful in determining how well your thyroid medication is working.
This video explains the main difference between a suppressed TSH and a low TSH and why each one matters.
One carries certain risks while the other does not and understanding these differences will help you determine where you want your TSH to be.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Did you know that testosterone can be used to TREAT women who have Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
Many women with Hashimoto's suffer from LOW testosterone and this testosterone has a NEGATIVE impact on your immune function.
Learn how to test your testosterone levels to see if using testosterone may be helpful in your situation.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Sustained release T3 is a powerful thyroid medication that not many thyroid patients know about and even fewer thyroid doctors.
Sustained release T3, sometimes referred to as SR T3, is a thyroid medication that contains pure T3. It's relatively unknown among thyroid doctors because it is not available at over the counter big box pharmacies.
Instead, you must go to a compounding pharmacy to get this medication.
Learn more about the pros and cons of SR T3, how it compares to other thyroid medications like levothyroxine and Synthroid, and why it's ideal for weight loss and managing low thyroid symptoms.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Do you have the symptoms of hypothyroidism? Have you been told that your thyroid lab tests are normal? If so, this video is for you.
The reason for this discrepancy has to do with how doctors look at thyroid lab tests and the results of those tests.
Doctors are trained to look at a very broad reference range which includes people who are both healthy and unhealthy.
A better way to look at your thyroid lab tests is by narrowing down the reference range to what I call "optimal" levels.
You can use these optimal levels to tell if your thyroid is ACTUALLY working correctly.
In addition, you'll also find that there are far more thyroid lab tests in my recommended set when compared to the TSH and maybe free T4 that your doctor might order.
By looking at all of these thyroid lab tests (TSH, free t3, free t4, total t3, reverse T3, thyroglobulin antibody, and anti TPO antibody) you will get a much better picture of thyroid function.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
-
Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ha...
-
Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
-
Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://www.restartmed.com/product/hy...
See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
Want more from my blog? I have more than 400+ well researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/
Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
This is video number 2 in a 2 part series outlining which supplements actually help Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
In this video, I go over some less conventional over the counter supplements which can seriously help patients with Hashimoto's but which are not often used by thyroid patients or doctors (for one reason or another).
Learn how these supplements can help improve Hashimoto's by targeting your immune system, improving thyroid function, and by reducing inflammation.
If you have not seen video #1 then I would recommend watching that first as it contains important information as to HOW and WHY these supplements should be used.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
This is part one in a two part video outlining exactly how to use Hashimoto's supplements if you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease of the thyroid gland which results in thyroid gland destruction and low thyroid over time.
The good news is that you can TREAT this condition BEFORE it completely and irreversibly damages your thyroid gland with certain therapies.
One such therapy is over the counter supplements. Supplements can help hashimoto's either by improving thyroid function, reducing inflammation, or balancing out immune function.
This is the list of supplements that ALL patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis should consider using.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Tirosint-sol is one of the newer (perhaps the newest for now) thyroid medication on the market. But just because it's new doesn't necessarily mean that you should use it.
With this in mind let's talk about this medication to help determine if it is something that you should be using.
First off, what is Tirosint-sol?
Tirosint sol is a LIQUID thyroid medication with very FEW ingredients. In fact, it has the fewest inactive ingredients out of all thyroid medications currently available.
Tirosint sol should be differentiated from regular tirosint.
Tirosint is a very clean medication but it is not as clean as tirosint sol. The regular tirosint comes in a capsule/gel cap formulation whereas tirosint-sol is a solution (or liquid).
How does tirosint-sol compare to medications like synthroid or levothyroxine?
While both medications contain the same ACTIVE ingredients (thyroxine or T4) they differ in inactive ingredients.
Tirosint-sol has a grand total of 3 ingredients (2 of which are inactive) which you can compare to Synthroid/levothyroxine which have a 6+ inactive ingredients.
And these ingredients can make a HUGE difference for certain people. These ingredients can actually cause both reactions in of themselves or they can limit absorption of thyroid medication when you take it by mouth.
So, should you use Tirosint-sol? Maybe...
Here's who should consider using it:
- Those with intestinal issues
- Those who have hypersensitivity reactions to Synthroid or levothyroxine
- Those who are lactose intolerant
- People who have persistent symptoms of hypothyroidism despite having normal labs
- People who MUST take their medication with food or drink
- People who are taking antacids or acid blocking medications for GERD
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Iodine is one of the single most important nutrients for your thyroid. If you do not have enough iodine then your thyroid will NOT be able to produce enough thyroid hormone and you will have problems.
And because humans cannot create iodine they must get it through their diet.
But which foods should you consume if you want to get iodine? This list contains the top 10 most rich iodine foods.
If you are trying to get all of your iodine from your diet then you want to make sure you are consuming several of these foods.
Also, just realize that it is difficult to get all of the iodine that you need from diet alone. This is why I am a big proponent of using iodine supplements.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
It's not easy being a thyroid patient, that much is for sure. But there are things that I find that many thyroid patients tend to focus their energy on which are simply not helpful.
This video will walk you through the top 6 things that thyroid patients waste their time on.
Learn how to AVOID these things so that the things you do focus on will help move the needle.
Protein powder can and should be used if you have a thyroid condition but choosing the right protein powder is important.
The benefits of protein powder including appetite control, weight management, the building of lean muscle mass, and more.
But the only way to get these benefits is to use the right type of protein powder. Picking the right protein powder is important because thyroid patients have to consider so many things when making a decision.
The type of protein powder, how much protein to use, the source of the protein, all play a role.
Learn more about picking the right type of protein powder for your thyroid.
Have you ever wondered about the difference between hypothyroidism and hashimoto's thyroiditis?
It's actually not that complicated but it's a very important thing to understand because EACH condition is treated differently. In addition, what causes hypothyroidism does not necessarily cause Hashimoto's and vice versa.
Hashimoto's will almost always result in hypothyroidism but not all cases of hypothyroidism are caused by Hashimoto's (the list is actually more diverse).
Learn how to identify the difference between these conditions, what the conditions mean for you, what causes them, and how they are treated.
Is your doctor looking at Hashimoto's the right way? If they are not then this will have a serious impact on how well you feel and what type of treatments may be recommended to you.
Doctors are conditioned to think about Hashimoto's in a way that doesn't serve thyroid patients.
Learn more about what doctors get wrong in their thinking about Hashimoto's so that you don't fall into this trap.
Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol? If so, you MUST check your thyroid. There is a very strong connection between your thyroid and your cholesterol levels.
Low thyroid DIRECTLY causes high cholesterol and it's the first thing your doctor should check for if your cholesterol is out of balance.
The problem? Most doctors do not do this correctly.
In addition, many thyroid patients are undertreated on thyroid medication which means their cholesterol is high from that issue as well.
Did you know that you can take your thyroid medication under your tongue? This route of taking your thyroid medication is called the sublingual route.
There are pros and cons to using this route and you should be aware of BOTH before you try it out.
Not all thyroid medications work if taken this way and they may not work for all people but there are things you can do to increase the likelihood that they will be effective.
Has your doctor ever told you that supplements don't work? If so, you are not alone.
But here's the kicker:
Most of what your doctor is telling you about thyroid supplements is 100% incorrect. In this video, I debunk 5 common myths about thyroid supplements.
With this information, you will confident in knowing that not only do thyroid supplements work but that they are also very effective.
Over the last 4-5 years we've seen the decline in the effectiveness of many thyroid medications.
Medications that used to work well are no longer cutting it for thyroid patients. But hope is not lost! There are still some thyroid medications which are working well.
Here is a list of what I am using and recommending and what I am still getting great results with...
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Just about every day I get questions about alternative options for thyroid medications. Is there anything else that you can use? Do they actually work? We are going to discuss that today.
BEFORE I DO! Make sure you understand that you should not stop your thyroid medication without first consulting your doctor. There are some people who must be on thyroid medication forever and you must know if you fit into that category. Stopping your thyroid medications abruptly without the assistance of a physician can be dangerous.
On the other hand, there are many people with thyroid disease who may be able to decrease their medication with the right therapies. And these are the people I am talking to now!
These therapies may be able to hep you improve your thyroid function naturally. They can be used with all types of thyroid medications and may help your thyroid function on its own.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
There is a strong connection between your adrenal glands and your thyroid gland. Those people who have low thyroid function, otherwise known as hypothyroidism, tend to ALSO have problems with their adrenal functions or adrenal fatigue.
The problem is that there is a big overlap in the symptoms seen in both adrenal fatigue and hypothyroidism such that it can be hard to tease out the difference between the two.
Learn more about the symptoms between these conditions, how to determine if your symptoms are related to your thyroid or your adrenals or both, and how to test for adrenal problems.
This connection is so strong that I recommend all thyroid patients treat their adrenal glands.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood, and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Did you know that some thyroid supplements can actually be harmful to your thyroid? That's exactly what we are going to be talking about today. Supplements which can harm your thyroid, or damage thyroid function, if they are taken.
Supplements can be a great way to improve your thyroid function naturally but only if you are taking the right ones. If you take the wrong supplements then you risk causing damage or harm to your thyroid.
And I'm not talking about the thyroid gland here, I'm talking about thyroid function. You will find that these supplements can affect your thyroid function in various ways which are all potentially negative.
Listen to this video to make sure you aren't taking any potentially harmful or dangerous supplements!
Most thyroid patients believe that endocrinologists are the best doctor out there to treat and manage their thyroid.
In my opinion, they couldn't be farther from the truth. In fact, there are many reasons why you DON'T want an endocrinologist or endo to treat and manage your thyroid conditions.
In this video, you will learn several reasons why and you'll also find out which type of doctor I do recommend to manage your thyroid and more.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a condition which causes low thyroid function but it is different from run of the mill hypothyroidism.
And because it is different, you should not evaluate it in the same way that you would evaluate regular hypothyroidism.
If you have Hashimoto's there are certain tests BEYOND those which are used to diagnose thyroid function that you should be aware of and that you should get.
Getting these Hashimoto's lab tests and blood tests will help you figure out how well your immune system is working, which nutrient deficiencies may be playing a role in your thyroid function, and also give you an idea as to how advanced your Hashimoto's disease is.
Get THESE lab tests if you have Hashimoto's and, in fact, I recommend that all patients with thyroid disease get these labs as well (even if you don't know if you have Hashimoto's).
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Just like there are habits that can HELP your thyroid there are habits that can HARM your thyroid.
I've created this list of habits that EVERYONE with a thyroid problem should avoid. By avoiding these things, or by making changes, you can help improve your thyroid function in a natural way.
I've based these habits on the thousands of comments I've read and responded to both on my blog, youtube channel, and emails.
Some of these habits you may not even realize you are doing.
And, by the way, this information applies to those who have ALL types of thyroid problems including those with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, those who don't have a thyroid, and even those with HYPERthyroidism.
These habits damage the thyroid regardless of your thyroid problems.
Enjoy!
End stage Hashimoto's is defined as complete thyroid gland destruction. This state is IRREVERSIBLE which is why it is such a big deal!
But how do you know if you are in this stage of your disease? And what does it mean for you if you are?
Once you reach end stage Hashimoto's your thyroid is non functional and it also means that you are 100% reliant upon thyroid medication.
This changes how you look at treatment because you don't really need to focus on the immune aspect of Hashimoto's any longer.
Here are 5 signs that indicate you are in this position:
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
What type of things should you be focusing on if you have thyroid disease in 2020? Here are the 5 things that I would recommend ALL thyroid patients focus on in the upcoming year.
These are the EXACT things that I am having my wife focus on in the new year in order to help keep her thyroid in balance.
This information applies to you if you have thyroid disease of ANY type including hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, if you are post RAI, if you've had your thyroid removed, if you have hyperthyroidism and so on.
1. Revise your diet.
You should already know what a healthy diet is by now so instead of getting on a diet I want you to focus on personalizing your diet for your body. This means look at the TYPES of foods that you are consuming, how MUCH you are consuming, and the ratio of carbohydrates to fats to protein.
2. Update your supplements.
Never use more than 5 supplements (or you will suffer from diminishing returns) at any given time. Also, make sure you have a clear direction and focus with your supplement regimen.
3. Get a fresh set of labs.
Start now with a fresh set of labs in 2020 and get a full thyroid lab panel at least EVERY quarter (4x this year).
4. Make sleep a priority.
Sleep is your number 1 priority for 2020! As you get more sleep you will notice improved hormone balance, better thyroid function, and improve efficiency in your day to day activities.
5. Focus on mobility and stretching over exercise.
I want you to think of mobility as the new "exercise". Focusing on exercising will help improve your lifespan/healthspan, improved blood flow, and lymphatic drainage to your thyroid gland and so on.
Did you know that selenium is incredibly important for your thyroid?
Selenium serves some important functions in your entire body but it also has some very important benefits specific to your thyroid gland.
Today, I am going to talk about why you should consider using Selenium if you have thyroid problems and how exactly it benefits your thyroid gland.
1. ENHANCES T4 to T3 conversion.
T4 to T3 conversion is probably the single most important benefit that selenium provides to your body because your body only really cares about getting enough T3. Not enough selenium means not enough T3 and that's a problem.
2. REDUCES thyroid antibodies.
Thyroid antibodies (such as thyroid peroxidase and thyroglobulin antibodies) cause DAMAGE to the thyroid gland. We have clinical studies that show that taking selenium can reduce these antibodies.
3. DECREASES thyroid inflammation.
There are certain deficiencies that almost EVERY thyroid patients struggles with.
And these nutrient deficiencies negatively impact both the thyroid gland itself AND other areas of your body.
Leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression.
Why are they so common?
Because if you have low thyroid function it sets your body up for other nutrient deficiencies due to its physiology.
If you have ANY of these nutrient deficiencies then you need to make sure you take care of them ASAP.
1. Vitamin B12.
B12 is probably one of the most common (and most important) deficiencies that thyroid patients face.
Why? Because B12 is a wimpy nutrient in the sense that so many things disrupt it from getting into your body.
Not only that but it's also hard for the body to utilize if it's not in the right form or if you have an MTHFR defect in your body.
These two things make it so that even if you are taking B12 it may not be getting into your body or being used by your body.
B12 deficiency also leads to symptoms such as low energy, decreased concentration, and a decreased metabolism which all mimic the symptoms of hypothyroidism.
2. Vitamin D.
Vitamin D is also incredibly important for thyroid patients! Not only does vitamin D play a role in regulating thyroid function but low vitamin D increases your risk for developing thyroid cancer and thyroid autoimmune disease.
Taking Vitamin D can potentially boost your immune system and actually reduce inflammation and autoimmunity.
Is it possible to stop taking thyroid medication once you start? The answer is sometimes but not always. There are some conditions which allow you to potentially stop taking your thyroid medication or to even reduce your dose.
But if you do this without the right supervision it can be dangerous.
Today, I am going to discuss 3 (or 4) different situations which relate to the idea of stopping your medication. Try to figure out which category you fit into.
1. Those who need thyroid medication.
If you fit into this group then you will HAVE to use thyroid medication. People who fall into this group include those who don't have a thyroid (because it's been removed), those who have had their thyroid destroyed (with radioactive iodine), and those with a nonfunctioning thyroid gland.
People who have end-stage Hashimoto's fit into this category. Even though their thyroid gland is technically in their body it is no longer functioning.
2. Those who don't need thyroid medication.
The next group of people are those who were started on thyroid medication but now no longer need it. And believe me, this group of people is actually quite large!
These people were either incorrectly placed on thyroid medication and kept on it for a long time or they are people who needed the medication at some point but no longer do (more on that below).
3. Those who need it temporarily.
There are a number of conditions that cause a need for thyroid medication temporarily but this need doesn't stay around forever.
Conditions such as weight gain (obesity), high stress, nutrient deficiencies, iodine deficiencies, and early Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
We need to talk about one of the MAIN reasons that thyroid patients (or any patients for that matter) fail to get better. This reason has to do with how you use supplements but it also applies to prescription medications and pretty much ANY therapy available.
This topic has come to my mind because I have been hearing more and more about how certain people are using therapies but not feeling better. The more I hear these stories the more I realize that most of you aren't aware of how these therapies actually work.
And if you miss this important step then you risk putting yourself on the RIGHT therapy but stopping it for the WRONG reasons. So something that could help you becomes something that you stop and may never look at for future treatment again!
And, again, we are talking about this as it applies to supplements because these are available over the counter but this also applies to prescription medications and other natural therapies.
Here are 4 things you MUST consider before you decide whether or not a therapy is working for you. If you don't do these things then you have no idea as to whether you were on the right therapy or not.
4 things to know about all of your therapies:
1. Dose.
Put simply: if you are not on the right dose then whatever you are taking simply won't work. But here's how things get tricky...
The recommended dose for most supplements are a one size fits all which doesn't work for all people.
Some people will need more (much more in some cases) or less than that standard dose. So if you use the standard dose and it doesn't work you might be tempted to quit the supplement altogether. But if you would have doubled your dose things might be dramatically different!
2. Duration of therapy.
The duration of therapy refers to how long you are using something. If you think that taking a supplement for 2 weeks is enough time for you to fix problems that have been 10 years in the making then you have a rude awakening. You need to be thinking on the time scale of 3-6 MONTHS and not 3-6 weeks for certain supplements and therapies (especially those which target your hormones).
3. Side effects.
Another HUGE problem is that many people don't realize that once they are on the RIGHT therapy they may actually feel WORSE (temporarily). This is due to a number of reasons but the biggest has to do with the detox like reaction which occurs especially when you lose weight.
4. Confounding variables.
Other variables, including your current weight, how much stress you are under, your genetics, and medications that you are using can all impact your therapies and may render them either ineffective or more effective. Keep this in mind!
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Getting accurate thyroid lab tests is incredibly important for thyroid patients. And what you may not realize is that there are a lot of rules which should be followed if you want to get accurate thyroid lab test results.
Why would you care? Well, for starters, if you don't get accurate results then your treatment will be off. Why do you think so many thyroid patients continue to suffer from hypothyroid symptoms despite having normal thyroid lab tests?
Part of this problem is simply due to the fact that they are getting inaccurate tests which lead them down the wrong path.
What's the solution? To ensure that you are following thyroid lab testing best practices so you can ensure that your lab tests are ACCURATE.
Before you get your thyroid labs tested you should ensure that you are following these guidelines:
1. Get the full thyroid lab panel.
- The full set of thyroid lab tests includes TSH, free T3, free T4, reverse T3, thyroid antibodies, SHBG, and cortisol.
These tests should be ordered at least the first time you get your labs tested (but are not always required on each subsequent lab test).
2. Check your labs at 8:00am.
- Your thyroid function fluctuates throughout the day and reaches its peak first thing in the morning. You want to test during this time to see how well it is working.
3. Check your thyroid lab tests in the fasted state.
- Consuming food can impact your metabolism and therefore your thyroid. You also want to check other lab tests at the same time and they require a fasted state.
4. Check your labs BEFORE taking your thyroid medication.
- You want to check your thyroid lab tests around 23-24 hours AFTER you take your thyroid medication.
5. Don't test your thyroid on days 10-20 of your menstrual cycle.
These are days in which your progesterone is high which can impact your thyroid lab test results.
6. Avoid taking Biotin PRIOR to your lab tests.
- Biotin can interfere with the thyroid lab testing assay and make your lab tests less accurate and make you look more hyperthyroid.
Do you have thyroid nodules? If so, you have probably wondered, at least at some point, how to treat or reduce the size of those nodules.
And that's exactly what we are going to be talking about today. Natural treatments for thyroid nodules and just thyroid nodule treatment in general. We will include some natural therapies as well as some medical therapies because they may be necessary for some people.
But first, why should you care about thyroid nodules? The main concern is not the nodule itself but what the nodule can turn into. And, of course, I'm talking about thyroid cancer.
All thyroid nodules have a small risk of being cancerous or turning into cancer at some point in the future. Because of this, it behooves you as the patient to try and minimize this risk as MUCH as possible.
The good news is that MOST thyroid nodules are benign and NOT cancerous (about 95%) but you should still take care to minimize your risk of thyroid cancer.
So how do you treat thyroid nodules? Here are 6 steps you would want to consider:
1. TSH management.
TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and it does exactly as it sounds. It stimulates the thyroid gland. This is a HUGE problem for thyroid nodules, though, because you really don't want to stimulate them. If you do, then you are stimulating them to grow (which is obviously bad).
So a high TSH level is not ideal if you have thyroid nodules and is something that should be addressed.
You can treat thyroid nodules with thyroid medication and other therapies. NDT is particularly effective at reducing the TSH.
2. Iodine management.
Both high iodine and low iodine can trigger the growth of thyroid nodules. Because of this, you need to take great care of your iodine intake if you have a thyroid nodule.
The recommended dose of iodine daily is somewhere between 100mcg and 12mg per day. Play around with the dose to find out what works for you.
3. Autoimmune management.
We also know that autoimmune disease increases inflammation which damages the thyroid gland and increases your risk of thyroid nodules.
MOST people with hypothyroidism have this issue which makes it a big concern for anyone with that condition. Treating your inflammation and balancing your immune system is critical.
4. Blood sugar and insulin resistance management.
Can you use thyroid supplements to help with weight loss? The answer is probably not as straightforward as you might think. We will talk about WHY this isn't the right way to think about losing weight if you have thyroid problems but first let's focus on weight loss and thyroid supplements.
There are really two groups of people who are interested in using thyroid supplements for weight loss.
Those who are overweight but don't have thyroid problems and those who are overweight and DO have thyroid problems.
The reason that both groups of people want to use thyroid supplements for weight loss is because they know that the thyroid controls and regulates your metabolism. If you can naturally boost your metabolism then obviously weight loss will be easier.
When it comes to weight loss, though, (for all types of people) you want to focus on T3.
T3 is king when it comes to weight loss because T3 is THE active thyroid hormone and it contros all of the functions that we think about when we think about the thyroid.
T3 is in charge of your metabolism, your thyroid function, your energy levels, your heat production, and your heart rate.
If you are interested in weight loss then T3 should be your PRIMARY focus (not other thyroid hormones). And what makes this a problem is that MOST thyroid medications contain ONLY T4 in them.
And most people are NOT able to turn that T4 into T3 which causes problems and weight loss resistance. This is why it's so important to optimize your T3!
If you have thyroid problems and you want to lose weight here are the supplements you should AVOID:
- Gimmicky weight loss supplements or those which are heavily marketed.
- Raspberry ketones.
- Orlistat.
- Garcinia cambogia.
- Hydroxycut.
These supplements are marketed for weight loss but are not really effective for those with thyroid problems.
So what should you use instead? You will want to focus on supplements which target the following areas:
- T3 levels (you want supplements which INCREASE T3) levels.
- Inflammation (you want supplements which REDUCE inflammation to help with weight loss).
- Appetite (you want thyroid supplements which help NORMALIZE your appetite and notice I didn't say suppress it).
- Protein powder (protein powders can help balance your appetite and help you build muscle mass).
- Supplements which promote T4 to T3 conversion (these help INCREASE T3 levels).
- Supplements which LOWER leptin and insulin resistance.
Focus on THESE supplements and THESE areas if you have thyroid problems and want to lose weight (see my recommendations below or in the comments section).
Today we are going to talk about the thyroid medication known as NP thyroid.
What is NP thyroid?
NP thyroid is an NDT formulation (meaning it is like other formulations of natural desiccated thyroid) that is becoming more popular nowadays because it is becoming more difficult to get the other brands.
Should you use it? How is it different? Does it work? these are the questions we will be going over today.
Here are 5 things you should know about NP thyroid before using it:
1. It is an NDT formulation.
The first thing that you should know is that NP thyroid is an NDT formulation. This means that it shares some similarities with other formulations of natural desiccated thyroid.
These similarities include the fact that all of these medications contain calcitonin, T4, T3, T2, and T1. Even though they all contain these BASIC ingredients they do differ in their inactive ingredients.
2. NP thyroid vs Armour thyroid.
You should know that NP thyroid is NOT the same thing as Armour thyroid. Your pharmacist may try to convince you that these are the same medications but they are not. Sometimes Armour is referred to as the brand name and NP as the generic but again that isn't true either.
These medications differ in their ingredient profile and thus how they interact in your body.
Armour thyroid has 1 extra ingredient compared to NP thyroid which is technically slightly more "clean" compared to Armour thyroid.
If you are sensitive to inactive ingredients then you might fare better on NP over armour thyroid.
3. NP thyroid vs levothyroxine and Synthroid.
These two classes of medications differ by quite a bit! While levothyroxine and Synthroid only contain T4 thyroid hormone you should know that NP thyroid contains T4, T3, T2, and T1. This means that NP thyroid has a more complete thyroid hormone profile.
4. NP thyroid and weight loss.
You should also be aware that NP thyroid will be superior to levothyroxine and Synthroid in terms of its ability to help you lose weight. This is mostly attributed to the fact that NP thyroid contains T3 thyroid hormone.
5. NP thyroid cost.
Today we are going to be talking about reverse T3 and what causes HIGH levels of this hormone. If you are new to reverse T3 then allow me to explain why you should really start to care about this hormone.
Reverse T3 is an ANTI THYROID metabolite that BLOCKS thyroid function. The higher your reverse T3 is the more hypothyroid you will feel (the crappier you will feel).
There are certain things which TRIGGER high levels of reverse T3 and these things can be both treated and MANAGED to help you feel better.
The problem? You must be AWARE of these issues so that you can avoid them.
You can easily test for reverse T3 as well (sometimes referred to as rt3) in the blood and with normal thyroid lab tests.
With that in mind, let's talk about 6 common causes of high reverse T3.
1. Dieting and calorie restriction.
Calorie restriction and dieting is a HUGE cause of high rt3 levels. As you restrict your calories your metabolism will drop and your rt3 will RISE.
In the video I mentioned you can find more information about my weight loss guide which is here: https://www.restartmed.com/hormone-ma...
2. Inflammation.
Inflammation from ANY Causes will block and limit your body's ability to convert T4 into the active T3 thyroid hormone. The more inflammation in your body the higher your rt3 will be.
3. Nutrient deficiencies.
Nutrient deficiencies, if present, may lead to high reverse T3. The specific ones you should be aware of are Zinc, selenium, Vitamin A, and vitamin E.
You can supplement (if you are deficient in these nutrients) to help your body convert T4 into T3.
I have a thyroid supplement which helps with this exact issue which you can learn more about here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3...
4. Intestinal dysfunction.
Your intestinal tract is the site of about 20% of T4 to T3 conversion which is a HUGE amount. If you have ANY gut issues then this 20% will be diminished and may lead to issues.
5. Stress.
Stress from ANY cause can cause both high cortisol levels and drop your free T3 levels.
6. Lack of sleep.
Lack of sleep is another big one and if you aren't sleeping 8 hours each night then you may be contributing to poor thyroid function.
Remember:
This video focuses primarily on the conditions and NOT on the treatment. I will do another video on that topic later.
But if you find that you have these conditions then you will want to address them as SOON as possible as it may lead to an improvement in your thyroid function.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Do you have Hashimoto's thyroiditis? If so, then this video is definitely for you!
In this video, I am going to walk you through at least 5 different therapies and natural treatments that you can use to treat Hashimoto's which address BOTH the immune component and the thyroid component of Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
If you don't know already, Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease of the thyroid gland which results in a condition called hypothyroidism or sluggish thyroid or low thyroid hormone (all names for the same thing).
What people probably don't realize is that because Hashimoto's in an AUTOIMMUNE disease there is both a thyroid component and an autoimmune component that must be addressed during treatment.
This is important because this is NOT how most doctors think about this condition. Most doctors will wait until your thyroid is low enough that they can put you straight on thyroid medication instead of addressing the immune part of this.
But there are things that YOU can do at home (natural remedies for Hashimoto's) that can actually help.
I'm going to go over these natural remedies for Hashimoto's that DON'T require a physician or a prescription to use:
1. Hashimoto's diet.
Diet is probably one of the quickest and easiest ways to improve both your thyroid and your immune function. There are many ways to change your diet but I recommend starting out with a gluten-free and dairy-free diet. If you've used this and it doesn't work well then you can transition to the elimination diet. If that doesn't work then you can transition into the autoimmune paleo diet or the AIP diet.
This gives you 3 basic diet plans to follow if you have Hashimoto's and they can ALL work.
2. Pine bark extract for Hashimoto's or pycnogenol for Hashimotos.
Also known as pycnogenol, this plant extract is incredibly helpful at lowering inflammation and at improving thyroid function. It works by helping to reduce inflammation and may actually help reduce thyroid antibodies.
3. Using Vitamin D3 for Hashimoto's.
Up to 2 billion people in the world are Vitamin D3 deficient and Vitamin D3 plays a MAJOR role in regulating your immune system. If you aren't already using vitamin D then you should consider it. Just make sure that you use Vitamin D3 and not Vitamin D2.
4. Using CBD for Hashimoto's.
CBD is a new kid on the block and it works by helping balance your immune system. CBD is just as effective as certain prescription medications which means it is quite powerful. It is also available over the counter which makes it a quick and easy addition for Hashimoto's patients.
5. Using DHEA for Hashimoto's.
Lastly, you also want to consider using DHEA which is an androgen. Women (and men) with Hashimoto's almost always have low androgens and low testosterone levels which contribute to their autoimmune disease. By taking DHEA (or testosterone) you can actually improve your immune status.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Are you taking the thyroid medication known as Synthroid? By the way, the information we are about to talk about ALSO applies to levothyroxine!
If so, then you should be aware that there are a number of reasons why this medication may NOT be working for you in your body.
Levothyroxine and Synthroid are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States with levothyroxine making the #1 spot in 2016.
This means that there are a TON of people using these medications.
The problem with that is that most people using them are not actually getting the benefit of the medication for a number of issues.
We are going to talk about 5 REASONS that many people using Synthroid are NOT feeling well (and what you can do about it).
1. Your dose.
The first, and probably most common, issue is that most people are simply taking an insufficient or low dose. If your dose is too low then you simply won't feel any better. Thyroid medication is used to SUPPLEMENT low levels of thyroid hormone in your body. You MUST be using the right dose if you want to feel better and you are most likely underdosed if you basing your dosing off of your TSH.
2. Absorption.
It doesn't matter if you are taking Synthroid or levothyroxine if it isn't being absorbed into your body! You can take as much medication as you want but it's ineffective unless it makes it through your intestinal lining. Many gut-related issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, the use of acid blockers, and gut inflammation can LIMIT this absorption.
If you have any of these issues be sure that you take care of them if you want your medication to be effective.
3. Conversion issues.
Next is something called peripheral thyroid conversion. In order for your Synthroid to work, it MUST be converted into the ACTIVE thyroid hormone known as T3.
What people don't realize is that up to 20% of the population has problems with this conversion process.
4. The wrong medication.
There are some people in which Synthroid and levothyroxine simply will NOT work. This is because they can't convert the medication or they need a medication with fewer fillers or dyes. Either way, you should understand that Synthroid may not be the answer you are looking for and there are MANY other thyroid medications available.
5. You're taking it wrong.
Lastly, and this goes back up to the absorption issue, many of you taking this medication may actually be taking it incorrectly. Taking Synthroid with food, or with your morning coffee, or with your morning supplements can ALL reduce absorption and render it ineffective.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
Interesting in learning more about how to lose weight and keep it off? If so, check out my hormone balancing guide which goes into detail about how to lose weight by balancing leptin, insulin, and thyroid hormones here: https://www.restartmed.com/hormone-ma...
Leptin resistance is a condition that makes weight loss almost impossible.
People with leptin resistance have a high serum leptin level which can be tested by looking at your bloodwork.
Treating leptin resistance can be very difficult and often includes using both diet, supplements, and even prescription medications in certain cases.
These prescription medications are often used off-label because many doctors do not know how they work (or that they help with leptin resistance).
But even though they aren't prescribed often by standard doctors doesn't mean they don't work to help you lose weight and keep it off by lowering leptin levels.
Here are 5 prescription medications which help lower leptin and treat leptin resistance:
1. GLP-1 agonists.
These are probably one of the more common and effective medications at treating leptin resistance. They were originally designed to help treat type II diabetes but doctors found that they are very effective at helping people lose weight.
2. Metformin.
Metformin is a cheap medication used to treat type II diabetes but some studies have shown that it can help lower leptin levels as well.
3. Naltrexone.
Naltrexone is used off-label to help treat autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and studies have shown that it does impact both thyroid hormone levels as well as leptin levels directly.
4. SGLT-2 inhibitors.
These medications help prevent the absorption of glucose in the kidneys which helps reverse insulin resistance and can help with weight loss in some people. They also may have a leptin lowering effective through this mechanism.
5. Salmon calcitonin.
This comes from salmon but is actually about 40-50x more potent than human calcitonin which helps target amylin and lower leptin.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Is adrenal fatigue a real condition? The answer is most assuredly yes. But that's not what we are going to be focusing on today. Instead, we are going to focus on how to TEST for adrenal fatigue including all of the current problems with modern testing.
Adrenal fatigue tends to impact your CORTISOL level. Most people believe that the more stress you are under the higher your cortisol levels will become.
Eventually, with enough stress, you may "poop" out your adrenal glands and end up with adrenal fatigue.
There's only one problem with this idea:
It doesn't seem to work as nicely as it sounds in theory. There are a number of people who can have adrenal fatigue with so-called NORMAL cortisol levels.
This has lead many people to order such as tests as urinary cortisol and salivary cortisol thinking these are better than serum cortisol.
They are somewhat more accurate but all lab tests have their pros and cons.
Your options for testing cortisol include:
Urinary cortisol - You can get either a 24 hour urinary cortisol or 4 spot urinary cortisols throughout the day. Salivary cortisol - You can get 4 spot salivary cortisols throughout the day. Serum cortisol - Serum cortisol should be taken at 8am to get the best results.
Only serum cortisol is "accepted" among conventional doctors such as endocrinologists and PCP's but that doesn't mean the other tests are completely useless.
There is some data to suggest that urinary cortisol tests may be more accurate than salivary and serum tests but does it actually matter?
We really only care about your cortisol status if it impacts how we manage the condition.
But the truth is that MOST therapies for adrenal fatigue don't depend on your cortisol.
For instance, do we care if you have low or high cortisol if you should eat healthy anyway? Do we care if you have low or high cortisol if you should be sleeping more? Do we care if you have low or high cortisol if you are using adaptogens?
The answer is no because you should be doing those things ANYWAYS.
My recommendation is to start with a serum cortisol which is often the cheapest cortisol test and should be covered by insurance. And, regardless of the results, you should start treating yourself for adrenal fatigue if you have adrenal fatigue symptoms.
There are some therapies that are specific to high/low cortisol but these are the exceptions rather than the rule. And in these cases, it may be a good idea to get the urinary/salivary cortisol tests run.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Did you know that naltrexone, also referred to as low dose naltrexone, can help with weight loss?
It's actually an effective weight loss medication provided that it is used in the right way.
LDN or naltrexone or low dose naltrexone (all names for the same medicine) is typically used to treat alcohol dependence. But it was found that it can also be used to treat autoimmune conditions. Then later it was found that LDN also seems to have some weight loss properties.
LDN has very few side effects and it works through a different mechanism compared to other medications which makes it a great add-on for many people.
AS ALWAYS, make sure that you use LDN with OTHER weight loss therapies such as diet, exercise, and so on. Using it in this way is obviously the best.
We are going to discuss 6 ways that LDN (or low dose naltrexone) can help with weight loss:
1. Naltrexone targets insulin resistance.
Insulin resistance is one of the primary drivers of weight gain and obesity in MANY people. Up to 50% of people in the US suffer from insulin resistance in some form.
LDN helps to drive down insulin levels which can help with weight loss.
2. Naltrexone increases growth hormone.
Some studies show that naltrexone can also increase or normalize growth hormone levels. And because growth hormone helps maintain muscle mass and fat mass in balance, it will help manage weight.
3. Naltrexone modulates your appetite.
Naltrexone also helps to MODULATE your appetite. Notice I said modulate and not suppress. It actually helps to reduce cravings for foods you shouldn't be eating and it helps you to eat the normal amount of calories you should be each day (instead of overeating).
4. Naltrexone reduces inflammation.
Naltrexone ALSO helps to lower inflammation. Inflammation is a driver of fat cell dysfunction and weight gain by itself. So if you reduce inflammation you will help with weight loss indirectly.
This reduction in inflammation is also why LDN is often used to treat autoimmune conditions.
5. Naltrexone improves your sleep.
Naltrexone has also been shown to regulate sleep cycles and to help improve sleeping patterns. Because a lack of sleep is associated with obesity, anything which improves your sleep may help with weight loss.
6. Naltrexone improves and increases thyroid hormone.
Lastly, Naltrexone has been shown to DIRECTLY improve your thyroid. Some studies show that naltrexone increases free T3 and total T3 levels in the body. The more thyroid hormone you have the higher your metabolism will be and the more weight you will lose.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
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Should you take a thyroid multivitamin?
The answer is maybe, but it really depends on your situation. Not everyone who has thyroid disease should take a thyroid multivitamin.
Why? Because there are better options. It's almost always better to take supplements that directly support your thyroid and these are not the same thing as a thyroid multivitamin.
Having said that, there are people who would benefit from using a thyroid multivitamin.
These people include:
- Those who haven't used a multivitamin (of any kind) in a long time (more than 1-2 years).
- Those who have multiple known or suspected nutrient deficiencies (a multivitamin will help replace all of these lost levels).
- People who are confused about thyroid supplements! (It's better to do SOMETHING than nothing if you are confused).
If you fit into these categories then it's time to figure out which supplement you should be taking. And if you do decide to use a thyroid multivitamin there are certain nutrients that you want to look for which directly help your thyroid.
Make sure your multivitamin contains the following:
A therapeutic DOSE of these vitamins:
- Vitamin D3 (you'll want to use at least 1,000 IU's up to 2,000 IU's per day)
- Magnesium (your magnesium dose should be at least 100mg per serving)
- Methylated B Vitamins (make sure that your b vitamins are pre-activated or pre-methylated)
- Zinc (at least 5+ mg per day)
- Selenium (at least 50mcg per serving but no more than 150mcg)
- Iodine (look for at least 50mcg on up to 200mcg per day)
You'll also want to look for ADDITIONAL ingredients (or bonus ingredients, as I like to call them) which include things like:
- Anything which is anti-inflammatory (curcumin, fish oil, etc.)
- Anything which improves gut health (probiotics, L-glutamine, etc.)
- Adrenal adaptogens (things which improve your cortisol also improve your thyroid)
- Botanicals and herbs (these can directly improve your thyroid)
You can find my recommended Thyroid multivitamin (thyroid supplement) which contains ALL of these ingredients here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th...
If you don't want to use that one, it's fine, just be sure to find one that meets the criteria listed above.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Are you looking to naturally treat your thyroid? If so, then you will want to check out these natural thyroid remedies that I recommend for all thyroid patients.
The best part about these natural remedies is that they can be used IN ADDITION to thyroid medication that you are taking or they can be used by themselves to help avoid the use of medication (if that is your preference).
These thyroid natural remedies have been tested by me and I've used them successfully in MANY patients.
Here are 5 natural treatments and regimens that you should consider if you have a thyroid problem (either Hashimoto's thyroiditis or hypothyroidism):
1. Diet (what you eat!)
This is one of the biggest things that you can do right away to improve your thyroid. But what should you be eating?
I've included a list of thyroid approved diets which you can follow. All of these have several things in common and should help to naturally improve your thyroid:
AIP diet, whole 30, elimination diet, gluten-free/dairy-free diet, and keto diet.
Just starting with any of these is better than eating the standard american diet.
2. Vitamins/supplements)
Most people think they can just jump on any old thyroid support supplement and call it a day. I would challenge that way of thinking and instead focus on problems which exist in your body which also negatively impact your body.
You can address things like gut dysfunction, weight loss (by taking certain supplements), and hormone imbalances.
By doing this you can indirectly improve your thyroid function.
3. Meditation.
Meditation is probably the most underutilized therapy. Meditation helps reduce stress, it helps clam down inflammation, and it helps with anxiety/depression. If stress is killing your thyroid gland then you MUST be meditating.
4. Essential oils.
Essential oils can help improve your thyroid via aromatherapy or because of their action on your cells. The essential oils that I recommend for thyroid function include:
Peppermint (helps improve exercise capacity) Lavender (helps reduce cortisol) Lemongrass (helps with inflammation)
5. Yoga.
Lastly, yoga can be used to help drive down stress but also to act as an exercise (which increases your thyroid directly).
Certain poses tend to work better than others, though, so stick with these poses if you choose to do yoga:
Plow pose Cobra pose Lemongrass
These poses help improve blood flow to your thyroid which allows vitamins and nutrients to get to your gland. If you are taking supplements then you should also be doing yoga to ensure that they make it to your gland!
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/natural-th...
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Are you struggling to work with your thyroid doctor? Do you know what treatments you SHOULD be receiving but you are having trouble getting your doctor to agree? If so, then this is the video for you.
I will be talking about the 5 tips that you can use to help you work with your thyroid doctor and not against you on your thyroid.
These strategies will be particularly useful for people who are using a primary care physician or an endocrinologist as these doctors tend to be about 17 years behind the current scientific research.
5 ways to get your thyroid doctor to work WITH you:
1. Speak their language!
The first and most important step is to SPEAK THEIR LANGUAGE! This doesn't mean speaking their native tongue but using MEDICAL research to get your point across.
All of my blog posts have links to research and medical papers that you can print out and take to your doctor to help support your case. See each blog post for more information.
2. Have the right expectations.
You should have the right expectations when you go in to see your doctor. It may not be realistic for your doctor to completely change up your medication regimen but you can take baby steps in the right direction.
3. Be polite but firm.
Make sure that you are not overly aggressive or confrontational as your doctor will not respond well to this type of behavior. But make sure that you are FIRM in saying what you want to say.
4. Be prepared.
You need to be prepared for opposition and SOME push back before you go in! If you don't then you may end up leaving frustrated and not able to say what you wanted to say. PREPARE before you go in.
5. Don't settle (but do try to work with him/her).
LASTLY, make sure that you do NOT settle. If your doctor is unwilling to work with you and its been 6+ months then it's time to move onto another doctor. Remember, this is your health and your life. Don't let doctors determine how YOU are going to feel for the next 20 years. Take matters into your own hands.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Understanding if you have a high TSH is SO important because it will help you understand how well your thyroid is functioning.
TSH is produced by your pituitary gland in your brain and it tells your thyroid gland to produce more hormone.
A high TSH is associated with LOW thyroid hormone (which can be confusing but it's because of feedback loops in the brain).
The higher your TSH gets the more hypothyroid you will become and the more symptoms you will experience.
There is a difference between a NORMAL TSH and an OPTIMAL TSH.
Your doctor will try to say that a high TSH is defined as anything greater than 4.5 or 5.5.
But the optimal TSH level is anything less than 2.0 to 2.5 (depending on which study you look at). My recommendation is to keep your TSH less than 2.0 because MOST people will experience side effects as their TSH rises above 2.0.
The symptoms of a high TSH include:
Weight gain Hair loss Infertility Fatigue Muscle pain/chronic pain Dry skin Decreased heart rate Decreased body temperature Depression Brain fog Menstrual problems Constipation
The higher your TSH gets the MORE symptomatic you will become. So a mildly elevated TSH is only associated with mild weight gain/fatigue but as your TSH gets higher and higher you will continue to gain weight and feel poorly.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
The supplement I mentioned in this video can be found here (it helps levo/Synthroid work better): https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3...
If you have had your thyroid removed with a thyroidectomy then there are 5 VERY important things that YOU should know!
Once your thyroid is removed your body is changed forever and if you don't understand what that means for you then you may end up feeling poorly or symptomatic for a long time.
This information ALSO applies to those people who have had their thyroid damaged from radioactive iodine ablation (by the way) and also those people who have had only HALF of their thyroid removed through something called a hemithyroidectomy.
Here are 5 things to know if your thyroid has been removed:
1. You are now HYPOTHYROID.
It doesn't matter WHY your thyroid was removed but once it has been removed you are now effectively and functionally HYPOTHYROID. This means that ALL of the information I talk about (directed at hypothyroidism) also applies to YOU!
2. T4 isn't enough by itself for you.
Medical research has shown that T4 (such as Synthroid or levothyroxine) is not enough to NORMALIZE thyroid function in people who have had their thyroid removed.
3. You will probably gain weight and weight loss will be very difficult.
On average, people who have had their thyroid removed gain 20 pounds. In addition, weight loss is more difficult afterward.
4. Thyroid supplements CAN and should be used.
There is still a place for thyroid supplements (which can be helpful) whether you have a thyroid or not!
5. You will be on medication for LIFE.
Once your thyroid is removed you will be on thyroid medication for the rest of your life! The only exception is if you've had half of your thyroid removed (it isn't always necessary in this case).
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
If you are SUFFERING from the symptoms of hypothyroidism then you should be aware that there are SEVERAL lab tests that your doctor may not be ordering.
In addition, even if they DO get ordered, they may not be looking at them correctly!
This video will help you understand the common thyroid lab patterns that MOST doctors miss (unless you have a really good one).
Once you figure out the lab pattern that you have you can help identify which treatments would be ideal for your condition.
Pull out your lab tests and figure out where YOU fit below.
5 Thyroid lab patterns that Doctors miss:
1. EARLY hypothyroidism.
TSH: high (greater than 2.5)* T4: low to normal T3: low to normal rT3: normal Ab: normal
2. Conversion issues.
TSH: normal T4: normal or high T3: low rT3: high Ab: normal or high
3. Obesity.
TSH: low or normal T4: normal T3: low rT3: high Ab: normal
4. Low T3 syndrome (euthyroid sick syndrome).
TSH: normal T4: normal T3: low rT3: high Ab: normal
5. EARLY Hashimoto's.
TSH: normal T4: low or normal T3: low or normal rT3: normal Ab: high*
As you can see from these patterns, it's VERY important that you get a COMPLETE thyroid labe panel. Getting this lab panel provides you with information to help you determine how your thyroid is functioning.
If you are feeling poorly or symptomatic then these patterns may help explain your hypothyroid symptoms.
Legend: * means that you should pay the most attention to this thyroid lab test. TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone. T4 stands for free T4. T3 stands for free T3. rT3 stands for reverse T3. Ab stands for thyroid antibodies.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Want to lose weight the natural way with supplements? If so, then you will want to check out these weight loss supplements. These supplements have scientific studies backing them and I have personally used them on many patients with great success.
The key to losing weight with supplements is using the right TYPE and DOSE. This means you do NOT want to run to the grocery store to pick up these supplements as they will be low quality and in the wrong doses.
Here are my lists of weight loss supplements that work:
1. Fish oil.
Fish oil makes the list because it has been shown in studies to help you both BURN fat and BUILD muscle mass. In order to get this beneficial effect, you MUST use at least 2-3 grams per day.
You can also use certain types of more potent fish oils which do not require these high doses. Fish oil also helps reduce inflammation.
Here is my recommended fish oil brand: https://www.restartmed.com/product/om...
2. Berberine.
Berberine is a plant alkaloid that helps target insulin resistance and high blood sugar. Insulin accounts for weight gain in a HUGE percentage of people (up to 50%).
You'll want to use 1,000 to 1,500 mg of Berberine per day.
Here is my recommended berberine supplement: https://amzn.to/2qDC8Jr
3. Probiotics.
Probiotics are an undercover weight loss supplement that helps promote satiety AND help reduce sugar cravings. They also impact how many calories you absorb from your food and have an impact on certain hormones.
For weight loss, you will want to use at LEAST 300 billion CFU per serving. Most standard probiotics only have around 15 to 20 billion CFU per serving so you will need a MUCH higher dose.
Look for probiotics that contain: L. gasseri, L. rhamnosus, B. lactis, and L. casei as these are the most well studied probiotic weight loss strains.
Here is my recommended probiotic supplement for WEIGHT LOSS: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu...
4. Protein powder.
Protein powder is another GREAT way to help you lose weight. The right protein powder can help your body feel less hungry AND it can also promote an increase in muscle mass to help improve your metabolism.
I recommend using PLANT based protein powder for weight loss instead of WHEY protein.
Plant protein powder is rapidly absorbed and utilized.
You can find my recommended PLANT based protein powder here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu...
5. Caffeine.
Last on the list is CAFFEINE. Caffeine is potentially great but is often abused in high doses. But if you can use a low dose right before a workout or on fasting days then you can get the added benefit of more energy without putting too much strain on your adrenals.
The sweet spot is around 40 to 60 mg per DAY (at most). Using more may be counterproductive.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3... - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gu... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/fu... - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ul... - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/th... + https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
There are 4 main categories of symptoms that patients with Hashimoto's can experience. These symptoms of Hashimoto's change based on a number of factors which are important for you to understand.
You should also be aware that Hashimoto's symptoms can CHANGE and FLUCTUATE over time! It's possible for you to be hypothyroid and then hyperthyroid and then back to hypothyroid. This roller-coaster of symptoms can make it difficult for patients to really understand what is happening in their bodies.
I have broken up the symptoms of Hashimoto's into 4 main categories:
1. Hypothyroid symptoms.
MOST patients with Hashimoto's will experience predominately hypothyroid symptoms throughout the progression of their disease. Hypothyroid symptoms come from DAMAGE to the thyroid gland. The more damage to the thyroid gland more hypothyroid you will feel.
Symptoms in this category include an increase in weight, a decrease in energy, an increase in hair loss, a decrease in body temperature, a decrease in heart rate, an increase in depression, and cold interolance.
2. Hyperthyroid symptoms.
SOME patients with Hashimoto's may ALSO experience the symptoms of Hashimoto's periodically throughout the progression of their disease.
Hyperthyroid symptoms include weight loss, low energy, increased heart rate, decrease body temperature, hair loss, anxiety, tremors, and heat intolerance.
Patients with Hashimoto's can go in and out of hyperthyroid and hypothyroid symptoms depending on their body.
3. Euthyroid.
Occasionally, but not often, you can feel just fine despite having elevated antibodies.
4. Immune system mediated symptoms.
Lastly, patients with Hashimoto's can ALSO experience symptoms associated with immune dysfunction. These symptoms stem from issues with the immune system which then trigger damage to the thyroid gland.
Symptoms in this category include: Rash, flu-like symptoms, mild fever, headaches, malaise, constantly getting sick, feeling run down, slight depression, and mild joint pain.
These symptoms indicate that your immune system is flaring and may be a sign of a Hashimoto's flare-up.
When you have a Hashimoto's flare-up you can experience the symptoms of hypo/hyperthyroidism PLUS the symptoms of immune dysfunction (listed above).
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
The TSH is probably the single most ordered tests by doctors and it's used to test your thyroid function. There's one big problem with the TSH test, though, and that is that it isn't always accurate!
The reason for this video is to help explain some of the issues with the TSH test by looking at normal TSH ranges and values. This will help you understand where you fit on the TSH spectrum.
You should be aware that the TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and this is a test which really helps you understand how well your pituitary gland is functioning. It does NOT necessarily give you information on how well your thyroid gland is functioning (though it can give some info on that topic).
When you look at your TSH level you really need to focus on the difference between being "optimal" and "healthy" versus being "normal".
The standard range provided by your lab company includes a combination of people and ages which are not necessarily healthy. This can make it difficult for you to compare yourself to them because you don't want to compare yourself as a 30-year-old to an 80-year-old.
With that in mind, here are the TSH ranges that I recommend:
This is the STANDARD TSH range (not the healthy range):
0.4 to 4.5 uIU/ml
You want your TSH to be in this range if you are NOT taking thyroid medication:
0.5 to 1.0 uIU/ml
You want your TSH level to be within this range if you are taking thyroid medication:
0.1 to 1.0 uIU/ml
These ranges are NOT perfect and if you look at your TSH you should also order the rest of the thyroid panel to get a complete picture. The TSH only provides about 10-20% of that picture so without these other tests you are flying blind.
These tests include:
Free T3 Free T4 Reverse T3 Thyroid antibodies Total T3
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Can levothyroxine cause weight gain? The answer may surprise you and it is a definite yes. By the way, this information all applies to SYNTHROID as well. So whether you are taking Synthroid or levothyroxine, both medications can lead to weight gain.
How can a medication which is designed to improve thyroid function ultimately lead to weight gain?
The answer has to do with how this medication is metabolized and utilized in your body.
Levothyroxine and Synthroid contain the hormone known as T4 or thyroxine. Doctors give this medication to replace a sluggish thyroid hormone and assume that it will do this job without any issue.
The problem is that T4 is NOT active and in order to be activated must go through a second step known as thyroid conversion. This conversion process produces another hormone known as T3.
But the body also has the option of turning T4 into reverse T3 which COMPLETELY blocks the action of T3.
Your body can take the T4 which is found within levothyroxine and synthroid and turn it into reverse t3 which blocks the benefical effects of T3.
This is how synthroid and levothyroxine can lead to weight gain. You can actually make your thyroid worse if you use the wrong medication.
So, what should you do about it?
There are 2 main treatment options:
1. Naturally improve T4 to T3 conversion.
Using supplements which contain zinc, selenium, and guggul can help FORCE your body to produce more T3.
This product contains the ingredients your body needs to produce more T3: https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
2. Bypass the conversion step by using different thyroid medications.
You can completely bypass the conversion process by using medications such as Armour Thyroid and T3 (Cytomel) to give your body T3 directly.
You can test to see if this is a problem for you by looking at the following tests:
- Reverse T3
- Free T3
Check these tests to see how well your body is converting T4 into T3!
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Do you have thyroid nodules? Are you worried that your nodule may be something more than just benign? If so, then this is the video for you.
In this video, I will discuss the warnings signs that may indicate that your thyroid nodule is cancerous. The main thing that people worry about when they have a thyroid nodule is whether or not it is cancerous. And there are certain signs that, if present, can tip you off that your nodule may be something to worry about.
Don't let this scare you though, because most nodules (about 95%) are completely benign and do NOT contain thyroid cancer.
Only a few percentages of all nodules are worrisome for cancer.
Take a look at these symptoms and see if your nodule fits any of these:
Size - The bigger the nodule the more likely you are to have to worry about it. Here we are looking for a nodule which is SMALLER than 2.0 cm in size.
Unexplained weight loss - The unexplained part is important here. You should NOT be losing weight with standard nodules. Unexplained weight loss may be a symptom of cancer.
Difficulty swallowing - If your nodule is big enough it may cause pressure on the esophagus and alter how well you can swallow.
Voice changes or hoarseness - If your nodule is big enough it may impact your vocal cords and change your voice. This is a problem if it occurs.
Neck pain - Nodules that cause neck pain are definitely abnormal. Most nodules do NOT cause neck pain.
Enlarged lymph nodes - If you notice enlarged lymph nodes that is a warning sign. Regular nodules should not impact your lymph nodes.
Hypothyroid or hyperthyroid symptoms - MOST nodules do not impact your thyroid function even though they are in your thyroid gland.
Your age - Nodules are more concerning if you are younger than 20 years old or older than 70 years old. If you are in between then there is much less risk your nodule is cancerous.
If you find that you have any of these warning signs then it may be time to get an ultrasound which can give you more information. If the ultrasound comes back abnormal then your next step is to get a fine needle aspiration (or FNA) of the nodule.
Does having a low TSH cause any sort of symptoms? The answer is yes but what may surprise you is that the symptoms associated with a low TSH are not universal.
They depend on what caused your low TSH and how you are feeling.
I've broken up this topic into 2 main categories:
Those with a low TSH who are taking thyroid medication and those with a low TSH who are NOT on thyroid medication.
Those who are taking thyroid medication with a low TSH tend to present in 2 main ways with 2 sets of symptoms:
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Those with a low TSH from thyroid medication who have HYPERthyroid symptoms which include:
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Weight loss
- Palpitations
- Rapid heart rate
- Tremors
- Anxiety
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Hair loss
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And those with a low TSH from thyroid medication who have HYPOthyroid symptoms which include:
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Weight gain
- Cold intolerance
- Slow heart rate
- low body temperature
- chronic pain
- Depression
- Hair loss
There are some similarities between these two sets of symptoms but you can differentiate them with close evaluation.
You should be aware that having a low TSH does not automatically mean that you are hyperthyroid! Hyperthyroidism is a cellular state and depends on your symptoms as WELL as your lab tests.
So it's possible to have both a low TSH and still be hypothyroid. In addition, it's also possible to have a low TSH and take too much medication. This is why you need both your symptoms and the TSH to figure out what is going on.
Those who are not taking thyroid medication are much easier to diagnose.
If you fit into this category then your symptoms will either be present (and fit into the hyperthyroid category) or they will be absent (in which case you just need to recheck your TSH in 2 months).
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Whether you are thinking about using Armour thyroid or if you are already using it, you should be aware of these 10 things!
These 10 things will help you to understand more about armour thyroid as a thyroid medication and whether or not it is right for you.
10 things you should know about Armour thyroid include:
1. Armour thyroid is not the only formulation of NDT.
You should be aware that while armour thyroid is a great thyroid medication it is not the only (or even the best) form of NDT.
2. Armour thyroid is better for weight loss compared to Synthroid and levothyroxine.
Studies consistently show that armour thyroid helps with weight loss more than Synthroid/levo.
3. Armour thyroid is the most expensive version of NDT.
1 month supply of Armour thyroid will cost you around $30 while 1 month supply of NP thyroid will run around $7.
4. It contains animal products.
All formulations of NDT, including Armour thyroid, contain animal products.
5. It contains both T4 and T3.
One of the reasons this medication is so effective is because it contains BOTH T4 and T3.
6. It contains additional ingredients such as calcitonin, T1, and T2.
In addition to T4 and T3 Armour also contains other thyroid hormones such as T1 and T2.
7. It is preferred over Synthroid/levothyroxine by thyroid patients.
Patients consistently show in medical research that they prefer Armour over Synthroid/levo.
8. It is NOT the generic of NP thyroid.
Sometimes a pharmacist will try to switch out Armour for NP thyroid but they are NOT the same thing.
9. Switching from T4 to Armour thyroid can be difficult.
If you decide to switch to Armour from Levo/synthroid then you should use a conversion chart to help.
10. Armour thyroid impacts your lab tests different than levothyroxine and Synthroid.
Armour tends to impact your TSH, free t3, and free t4 differently from other thyroid medications.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Are you suffering from thyroid hair loss? If so then these treatments and therapies may be beneficial.
Hair loss in hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions stems from multiple issues and figuring out which issue is causing your hair loss is incredibly important.
How do you know if you have hair loss? Thyroid patients with hair loss often experience hair fall, hair loss, and breakage of their hair.
These are the MOST common causes of hair loss in thyroid patients. You may find that one or more of these problems exist in your body:
1. Hair loss from thyroid medication.
- Thyroid medication can cause hair loss either DIRECTLY as a side effect or because your medication is either too low or too high.
2. Hair loss from low iron/ferritin.
- LOW ferritin is a huge cause of hair loss among thyroid patients.
3. Hair loss from taking too much selenium and biotin.
- Biotin and selenium can both help your hair grow but taking too much can cause hair loss.
4. Hair loss from high testosterone/DHEA.
- Your thyroid can cause testosterone problems which may contribute to hair loss.
5. Hair loss from low progesterone and high estrogen.
- Low estrogen and high estrogen can both lead to hair loss and thyroid function affects both hormones.
6. Hair loss from autoimmunity.
- Some of you, especially those with Hashimoto's, may suffer from alopecia which is an autoimmune disease. In this case you need to focus on improving your immune system.
7. Low Zinc/B12.
- These nutrients are required for hair growth and many thyroid patients are deficient in them.
8. Genetics.
Use this list to find out which problem you have and then FOCUS on that particular issue. This will help you in growing back your hair quickly.
Leptin resistance is probably the single most important factor when you determine how likely you are to lose weight. It's more important than any other hormone as it pertains to your ability to lose weight (and why you gain weight).
When your leptin levels become too high your body can become resistant to your own leptin and you are said to be in a state of leptin resistance.
This is a HUGE problem for many people. In fact, I believe that everyone who is overweight has some degree of leptin resistance and it's more important than other hormone imbalances such as insulin resistance.
Understanding what stage of leptin resistance you have helps to determine how easy it will be for you to lose weight and how long it will take to get to your target goal.
You can assess your stage of leptin resistance by checking your serum leptin level. You will want to check your serum leptin level in the FASTED state.
Once you have your result you can then determine your stage by looking at the stages below:
Stage 1 (mild leptin resistance): serum leptin between 10-19 ng/ml.
- At this stage, you should be able to use diet, exercise, and supplements.
Stage 2 (moderate leptin resistance): serum leptin between 20-29 ng/ml.
- At this stage, you will need to use diet/exercise, leptin supplements, and leptin medications.
Stage 3 (severe leptin resistance): serum leptin greater than 30 ng/ml.
- At this stage you will need to use ALL of the therapies above and use 2-3 medications for leptin resistance.
The following risk factors help to determine how likely you are to become leptin resistance (the more of these you have the more likely you are to have severe leptin resistance):
- A history of yo-yo dieting.
- Your current weight (the more you weigh the more leptin resistance you will have)
- Your age (worse if you are over the age of 50)
- Your hormone balance (those in menopause and those with thyroid conditions have higher leptin levels)
- Inflammation (the more inflammation in your body the harder it will be to lose weight)
- Genetics (some people will just be more susceptible to leptin resistance)
- The presence of insulin resistance (if present your leptin will be higher)
Leptin supplements include: - glycosaminoglycans - high dose fish oil - high dose L-glutamine
Leptin medications include: - Calcitonin - GLP-1 agonists - SGLT2 inhibitors - Naltrexone - Wellbutrin
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Treating vitamin B12 deficiency is one of my favorite conditions to treat because I consider it an easy win for many people. Simply taking B12 is enough to fix the problem and may help you feel better very quickly.
But before we talk about treatment we need to discuss vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms.
You can find a list of symptoms associated with low B12 levels below:
1. Fatigue/weakness - Probably the most common symptom.
2. Weight gain - Unexplained weight gain may be due to low B12.
3. Brain fog - The inability to focus or concentrate.
4. Depression - Depression AND anxiety can be associated with B12 deficiency.
5. Numbness/tingling - Usually a sign of more advanced deficiency.
6. Tongue changes - Including tongue lesions.
7. Constipation
8. Heart palpitations
9. (Forgot to discuss in the video) HAIR LOSS - I can't believe I forgot this one but yes low B12 levels can lead to hair loss.
10. (Forgot to discuss in the video) ANEMIA - Also, I forgot to mention that low B12 can lead to a specific type of anemia (megaloblastic anemia) which is rare but does happen.
How to TEST for B12 deficiency:
There are several ways to test for Vitamin b12 deficiency but not all of the tests are great.
The list includes:
Serum B12 levels - Serum B12 is the worst way to test for B12 deficiency and is often very inaccurate. Methylmalonic acid - Methylmalonic acid is better than serum B12 but is often not ordered by doctors. MCV - MCV is a measure of the SIZE of your red blood cells. A high MCV can indicate you have B12 deficiency. Homocysteine - Homocysteine will increase with low B12 levels.
If you decide that you have both the symptoms of B12 deficiency AND abnormal lab tests then you may want to consider supplementation.
The best supplements include: - Methylcobalamin - Hydroxycobalamin - Adenosylcobalamin
These are PRE-METHYLATED and PRE-ACTIVATED forms of B12. You will want to use these over the cheaper version of B12 known as cyanocobalamin. The recommended formulations of B12 are safe to use if you have the MTHFR defect and can be readily used by the body without the need for activation.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Today we are going to be discussing the difference between synthetic thyroid medication and natural thyroid medication.
You're probably thinking that natural is superior to synthetic simply based upon the name and there are many people who believe that. But once you break down the actual ingredients you can see that synthetic may not be as bad as you think.
So, what is synthetic thyroid medication? Synthetic thyroid medications include Synthroid and levothyroxine (there are others but most people think of these when they think about synthetic).
Synthetic medications are said to be, well, synthetic or fake.
What are natural thyroid medications? Natural thyroid medications, otherwise known as NDT or natural desiccated thyroid hormone, are medications such as Armour thyroid and NP thyroid.
These medications are said to be superior because they are NATURAL.
But is this really true?
Somewhat. It turns out that ALL thyroid medications, including Synthroid/levo and natural medications contain the SAME thyroid hormones. There is no difference in the T4 found in synthetic medications vs the T4 found in natural medications vs the T4 that your own thyroid gland produces naturally.
Where they do differ is in the SOURCE and additional hormones found inside certain medications.
Synthroid, for instance, only has T4 thyroid hormone. Natural medications such as Armour thyroid contain both T4 and T3 which closely match the amount of hormone that your body produces naturally.
This is why most people do better taking natural medications over Synthroid BUT there is still definitely a place for the use of these "synthetic" medications as well.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Why would you want to do therapies at home? For 2 main reasons:
Your doctor may only be willing to give you Synthroid (and doesn’t know about other therapies) and these therapies all help existing thyroid therapies as well.
List of natural thyroid remedies and treatments:
1. The food that you put into your mouth.
- Provides you with nutrients and INFORMATION
- Causes or decreases inflammation
- Improves gut health (20% of thyroid
2. Some medications.
- Medications are 3x more expensive in the US
- Available OTC in some countries Be cautious using these medications and only consider this if your doctor isn't willing to work with you.
3. Supplement protocols.
Supplements work but they need to be tweaked in order to be very effective. By focusing on your gut health, thyroid health, adrenal health, and detoxification you can really improve your thyroid. A sample protocol may look like this: Thyroid supplements for 1-2 months (T3 conversion booster + Thyroid adrenal reset complex) Gut health supplements for month 3-4 (Gut Bomb 350 billion + Ultra Biotic x100) Detox supplements for month 5-6 (Functional fuel DETOX + Omega Soothe SR)
4. Exercise (improves thyroid function directly)
And I'm NOT talking about intense exercise here. Movement of any kind, as long as it is pushing your body, will do the trick. What if you have crushing fatigue? If you do then Yoga/pilates are the best. Be sure to increase the intensity of your exercises as you can tolerate it.
5. At home thyroid testing.
The real value here is that you can test your own blood to determine if the therapies listed above are working. You can check your labs with blood drop testing or with other companies such as life extension.
6. Stretching + Yoga
Stretching and yoga help improve blood flow, reduce stress and improve cortisol.
7. Detoxification + IR Sauna
Detoxification helps eliminate EDC’s and improve liver function. This is important because a large majority of T4 to T3 conversion occurs in the liver. You can check AST and ALT to see if your liver is functioning.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
What is Hashimoto's? It is the presence of inflammation IN the thyroid gland which is OFTEN (but not always) associated with elevated antibodies.
In general, if you have thyroid symptoms and you have sympoms your doctor will diagnose you with Hashimoto’s.
Treatment of Hashimoto’s is DIFFERENT from hypothyroidism (regular hypothyroidism).
In Hashimoto’s you want to focus on your IMMUNE SYSTEM + THYROID compared to just your thyroid if you have regular hypothyroidism.
The CAUSE of your Hashimoto's matters because it directs treatment and, if you catch it early enough, you will be able to treat or even prevent further disease progression.
What causes or triggers Hashimoto's?
1. Stress-related Hashimoto’s.
Any sort of stress can trigger Hashimoto's. This includes things like divorce, starting college, death of a loved one, and so on. Stress-related Hashimoto's is typically very hard to treat.
2. Infection-related Hashimoto’s.
This is most commonly caused by the EBV virus but it can also be triggered by other bacterial infections as well. The treatment here is to focus on managing the infection.
3. Gut related Hashimoto’s.
Gut related Hashimoto's can stem from things like leaky gut and tends to occur due to something called molecular mimicry. Gut related Hashimoto's tends to respond very well to dietary changes such as going gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free.
4. End-Stage Hashimoto’s.
End-stage Hashimoto's is when the damage to your gland is permanent and cannot be reversed. You can identify this by ultrasound in which you will see an atrophied thyroid gland.
5. Mixed Hashimoto’s.
This includes a combination of 1 or more of those listed here. This one is harder to treat as well.
6. Environmental/EDC/chemical related Hashimoto’s.
Iodine consumption (without protection from selenium) Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (manmade combustion) Polybrominated biphenyls (plastics) Polychlorinated biphenyls (flame retardants)
The key here is to focus on detoxing your body and improving liver function.
7. Inflammatory/Pregnancy-related Hashimoto’s.
Pregnancy itself can lower your immune function and trigger the development of Hashimoto's antibodies. The goal here is to go into pregnancy as healthy as you can be.
8. Genetic component:
This doesn't guarantee that you will get Hashimoto's but it does increase your risk dramatically.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Thyroid lab tests are important, no question, but you also need to be looking at other systems:
Why?
1. Your thyroid affects almost every system in your body.
2. Your thyroid affects OTHER hormone systems and leads to imbalance.
3. Your thyroid affects your ability to absorb nutrients and leads to deficiencies.
4. These imbalances/problems/deficiencies/issues are NOT corrected with thyroid supplementation alone (or necessarily with natural therapies).
Lab tests to get:
FIRST - A word about insurance - these labs SHOULD be covered. Call your insurance company if you are worried, though, to prevent having to pay out of pocket.
The diagnosis codes of hypothyroidism and Vitamin D deficiency work well and I've used these codes to get these covered by most insurance companies.
The FULL set of lab tests you should be ordering as a thyroid patient:
Serum Magnesium or RBC magnesium Vitamin B12 Folate Vitamin D Leptin Insulin, Hgb A1c, blood glucose - assess for insulin resistance Estradiol Progesterone Free and total testosterone Sex hormone-binding globulin Cortisol Iron studies (ferritin, iron, TIBC, % saturation) Cholesterol studies (HDL, LDL, total cholesterol) CMP Liver/kidney function (Creatinine and AST/ALT) Inflammatory markers (ESR, CRP, ferritin) Autoimmune markers (mostly thyroid antibodies, thyroid peroxidase antibody and thyroglobulin antibody)
Make sure to get these lab tests AND Thyroid lab tests: Which includes: TSH, free T3, total T3, reverse T3, free T4 + thyroid antibodies (initially and frequently if you have Hashimoto’s).
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
What is thyroid tunnel vision?
Symptoms you have thyroid tunnel vision:
1. You believe that all of your symptoms are related to your thyroid.
2. You are constantly reading and learning more about the thyroid but nothing is helping.
3. You constantly change your dose of thyroid medication without any relief.
4. You focus on relatively inconsequential things such as fillers/dyes in medications.
5. You’ve accepted that you will never get better or get relief.
What to do about it?
Step #1. Get a full set of lab tests which include MORE than just your hormones. Vitamin B12, Iron, Leptin, Insulin, Cholesterol, CBC, liver function, kidney function, inflammatory markers (autoimmune markers if necessary)
Step #2. Don’t neglect your thyroid but focus on other aspects as well Adrenal health, gut health, detoxification measures, lifestyle factors
Step #3. Layer therapies on top of each other. Therapies ALWAYS work better when added to each other. This means doing multiple things at once. Diet, supplements, change in medication, exercise, hormones, medications, fasts, etc.
Step #4. Be patient. It took years and years to cause your thyroid condition. If you make changes to your medication don’t re-check your lab tests for at least 6 weeks Don’t go by how you feel day to day but how you feel month to month
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
So, the question: Do I like Synthroid?
The answer is yes! Synthroid (and levothyroxine) still have a lot of value even though many patients don't necessarily do well on them.
Before you call me a pharmaceutical shill, realize that we need to be even-handed in our discussion of thyroid medications. There ARE some people who do well on Synthroid (even if they are the minority).
Why don’t people like Synthroid?
1. Their dose is probably not right (they are taking too little)
You can push up free T3 and total T3 by increasing your dose. But if you dose based on your TSH you will almost always be underdosed.
2. It’s one of the most widely prescribed medications in the world
People have had bad experiences on it
3. Doctors are often dismissive of concerns over Synthroid
Do you have to change thyroid medications to feel better?
Not necessarily. In fact, there are minor changes you can make to feel better very quickly.
Some patients do VERY well on T4 only (these patients include those who are super converters). Some people have no problem taking T4 and turning it directly into T3.
What should you do if you are on levo/Synthroid and not feeling better?
1. Dose based upon your T4/T3 and reverse T3 level (NOT your TSH)
2. Switch to a different brand of T4.
3. If you are Synthroid try levothyroxine.
4. If you are on levothyroxine try Synthroid.
4. If you’ve tried both then switch to Tirosint or Tirosint-sol.
5. Try the 50mcg tablet of Synthroid/levo and dose based on that
Clean up your gut and diet.
Take supplements to support thyroid function (see the list below).
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/high-dose-iodine/
I get a lot of questions regarding how safe iodine is if you have thyroid problems. Tons of people out there wrongly believe that iodine is harmful if you have any sort of thyroid disease.
The truth is that iodine can be incredibly helpful, especially for those with thyroid conditions.
My experience suggests that as long as you use iodine correctly (and sometimes with other nutrients such as selenium) it is perfectly safe and even beneficial.
But how much should you use?
There are 3 main categories of doses that I go through in this video.
The first includes low dose iodine:
- Low dose iodine includes doses ranging from 150 to 170mcg per day. Low dose is great for sensitive patients and most thyroid patients but it lacks the ability to replete storage levels because it only impacts what your body needs day to day.
The second includes high dose iodine:
- High dose iodine (doses ranging from 6mg to 12.5mg per day) is much higher than the RDI/RDA but it allows you to replace the stores of iodine in your body and it also can almost instantly improve thyroid function (in some people) due to displacement of bromide/fluoride/chloride on thyroid hormone.
The third includes very high doses or mega doses of iodine:
- Megadoses include doses higher than 12.5mg per day. At this point, I have no recommendations for using doses this high as I don't believe the benefits outweigh the cons.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
There is a focus among thyroid patients on optimal thyroid lab tests. These lab tests are said to be a representation of what a "healthy" level should be.
Unfortunately, I think more harm comes from focusing on these levels than good and I want to explain why.
Here are 5 reasons you don't want to focus solely on optimal thyroid lab tests:
1. Obtaining optimal lab tests doesn't guarantee that you will feel better.
And this is really the main goal when you are being treated with thyroid medication. What you want is to feel better and relieve your symptoms of hypothyroidism but I am here to tell you that optimal lab tests do not guarantee this.
2. If you push for optimal lab tests you may end up using the wrong medication.
It's not always a good idea to optimize both free T4 and free T3 levels. Doing so may cause you to unnecessarily add T4 to your regimen when you're doing fine on T3.
3. You can manipulate your lab tests and results however you want.
Thyroid lab tests can easily be manipulated by changing how you take your thyroid medication.
4. You may be focusing on the wrong metric.
Your clinical symptoms are often much more important than whatever your lab tests show.
5. It's not always possible to actually obtain optimal free T4 and free T3 levels at the same time.
The more T3 you take the more it will drive down your T4. This just occurs due to thyroid physiology.
What should you use instead? I recommend focusing on the following metrics:
The TSH - Total T3 - Free T3/Reverse T3 ratio - Clinical presentation and symptoms - Other hormone imbalances - Resting heart rate - Blood pressure - Metabolism and calorie burn - Current dietary/calorie intake - Energy levels - Inflammation status - Cholesterol levels - How well you are converting T4 to T3 -
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/the-problem-with-optimal-thyroid-lab-tests-fact-vs-fiction/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
There are 3 main thyroid conversion charts that you can use. These charts can be helpful when you are trying to switch from one type of thyroid medication to another.
This could include switching from T4 only thyroid medication to other types of thyroid medications such as NDT.
The main problem with most conversion charts is that they heavily favor T4 (over T3) and that they tend to underdose patients.
This results in a situation where patients tend to see an INCREASE in their TSH after they switch medications. And this leads them to falsely believe that the medication doesn't work (and sometimes doctors will suggest that this is the case).
The truth is that most people would benefit if they only did a more correct conversion!
Even though these conversion charts are more accurate than what most doctors use, they are still not perfect.
Converting between thyroid medications is not an exact science due to how T4 and T3 interact with each person.
In this video, you will find 3 charts to look at including the one that I recommend (the last chart).
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/thyroid-medication-dosage-chart/
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Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: Thyroid boosting supplement regimen (ideal for hypothyroidism from any cause): https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
- 2 capsules of Thyroid Adrenal Reset Complex daily
- 2 capsules of T3 conversion booster daily
- 1 capsule of Iodine Ultra Complex
- 2 Scoops of Functional Fuel (Complete, DETOX, or ENERGIZE)
Hashimoto's supplement regimen: - 2 Capsules of Thyroid Adrenal Reset Complex daily - 2 scoops of Functional Fuel DETOX daily - Pure D3 Liquid 2 drops daily - 1-2 Capsules of Omega Soothe SR daily
Post thyroidectomy/RAI supplement regimen: - Thyroid Daily Essentials 1 packet each day - 2 capsules of T3 Conversion Booster daily (important if you take - T4 only medication!) 2 Capsules of Thyroid Adrenal Reset Complex daily 1-2 Capsules of Leptin Resistance RX daily
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Many people are often confused by the fact that their thyroid medication dose is likely to change over time. I've had numerous questions of people who find a dose that works for them, possibly for years, only to find out that it is no longer working.
Why does this occur?
The main reason has to do with the impact that thyroid medication has on TSH suppression and your body's ability to adjust its own thyroid hormone production.
If you are taking medication, of any type, this process will be blunted and you will be unable to make changes as you would if you had a normally functioning gland.
This means that you will need to adjust your medication to compensate for these changes.
What type of things can cause changes to the demand for thyroid hormone?
I've listed several that you should be aware of, but please note that there are many more than these:
Age - Most people agree that the demand for thyroid hormone decreases as you age. I find this to be mostly true but not universally true.
Stress - Stress, from any and all causes, can impact how much thyroid hormone you need. More stress typically results in increased demand for thyroid hormone (but not always). Occasionally, stress may necessitate a reduction in your dose.
Weight gain - Recent weight gain, from any cause, may increase the demand for thyroid hormone in your body. The more mass and tissue you have the more likely you are to need more thyroid medication. If you suddenly or abruptly gain 20-30 pounds you should look at your thyroid dose.
Weight loss (6) - Rapid and unhealthy weight loss may lead to an increase in demand for thyroid hormone while a healthy and sustained weight loss may result in a reduction in your total dose. It all depends on how you are losing your weight and whether it is healthy or not.
Dieting - Calorie restriction, especially if used for the purposes of weight loss, may impact how much thyroid medication you need. Typically, the more you calorie restrict the more your body will need T3. You may also find that you have high levels of reverse T3 with calorie restriction.
Chronic medical conditions
Supplements - Have you started taking any new supplements? These may interfere with thyroid medication directly or with absorption which may necessitate changes to your medication. In addition, some supplements such as the ones that I recommend may help naturally improve thyroid function. If this occurs you may find that you need a smaller dose.
Prescription medications - Prescription medications can also have either a positive or negative effect (7) on your thyroid medication. Not unlike supplements, it really depends on what you are taking and why. But you should be aware that starting new medications may interfere with your thyroid meds.
GERD & other intestinal issues (8)
Severity of thyroid condition
Systemic inflammation
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/you-cant-stay-on-the-same-thyroid-medication-dose-forever/
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Birth control pills can cause some serious side effects because of how they interact with your body.
OCP pills (of all types) work by suppressing the normal production of both estrogen and progesterone. This can help to mask certain symptoms that may be associated with hormone imbalances but it doesn't actually solve them.
Instead, man-made synthetic hormones in birth control pills act to suppress the normal hormone function in your body.
This can lead to a number of serious side effects, some of which are very concerning.
I'm not talking about the more typical side effects, such as breast tenderness, nausea, or headaches. I'm talking about more serious side effects, proven in clinical studies, that your doctor may not know about.
Before you use birth control pills you should be aware that they are associated with the following conditions:
1. Breast cancer (20% increase risk for those taking OCP)
2. Weight gain (some studies indicate up to 10 pounds)
3. Menstrual irregularities and infertility even after you stop
4. Melasma and hyperpigmentation
5. Yeast infections (candida, vaginal yeast infections, and thrush)
6. Increased risk of developing autoimmune disease (MS, lupus, Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis, alopecia, and more)
7. Blood clots
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/birth-control-side-effects/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
You can use the link above to download your free PDF version of this video. You can also find the tips listed below:
1. Look for doctors trained in integrative medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
2. Look for doctors trained in functional medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
3. Look for doctors trained in anti-aging medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
4. Use google to search for “compounding pharmacies near me”, once you have a list of pharmacies call them and ask if you can have a list of doctors that prescribe bio-identical hormones or T4/T3 medications or NDT (natural desiccated thyroid). You can then try to visit doctors on that list.
5. Look for doctors who have a blog and write on it frequently.
6. Look for doctors who have written books on the thyroid.
7. Use facebook support groups and ask for patient references (You can find these by searching for facebook groups in your area or in general)
8. Contact advanced laboratory testing centers and ask for a list of doctors who utilize these tests (advance laboratories include: Genova Diagnostics, DUTCH hormone testing, Great Plains Laboratory)
9. Call local offices of endocrinologists and/or primary care physicians and ask the front desk if the doctors prescribe T3 (Cytomel or Liothyronine) and/or Natural Desiccated Thyroid like Armour thyroid.
10. Look for doctors who have certifications in anti-aging medicine, bio-identical hormone management, integrative medicine, and functional medicine in your search.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
CBD oil is available over the counter in most states and can be used to help treat Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
CBD is found within marijuana but it isn't the same thing as marijuana. CBD is one of many cannabinoids which can have a positive impact on your physiology and certain tissues in your body.
CBD may help improve Hashimotos & thyroid function through the following ways:
1. Its influence on immune function - CBD reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines while increasing anti-inflammatory cytokines.
2. Its influence on the thyroid gland directly - Studies have shown that CBD has a direct impact on thyroid gland function.
3. Its influence on your hypothalamus - Your hypothalamus helps control metabolism, appetite, and T3 levels.
Beyond these benefits, I am excited about CBD as a therapy for the following reasons:
1. It's safety profile.
2. Additional benefits beyond Hashimoto's.
3. The fact that its another therapy for Hashimoto's.
4. The fact that it's available over the counter.
5. Patient success stories.
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/cbd-oil-hashimotos/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Every patient with thyroid disease should be aware of how biotin interacts with and interferes with thyroid lab tests.
It's important to understand, however, that while biotin does interfere with the accurary of your thyroid lab tests it does NOT interfere with your thyroid itself.
Biotin interacts with the thyroid lab testing assay and can make your thyroid lab tests look higher than they actually are.
It does this by increasing free t3 and free t4 levels and by decreasing TSH levels.
This can lead your doctor to falsely believe that you are receiving too much medication. Obviously, this is an issue for many thyroid patients who are already undertreated, to begin with!
How do you fix this issue?
You can simply avoid taking biotin 2-3 days PRIOR to when you get your labs drawn. Up to 5 days may be necessary in some cases but 2-3 days should do the trick.
It's also very important that you look at the back of all of the supplements that you are taking to see if biotin is in them. Only 30% of people know that they are taking biotin in their supplements which means that many of you reading/watching probably aren't aware that you are taking it!
If you are, be sure to avoid taking it before your lab tests to ensure that it doesn't interfere with them.
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/biotin-and-thyroid/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Over the last year or so there have been several big changes to how Google serves information to users in their search results.
Two major changes between August 2018 (medic update) and June 3rd (broad core update) caused a massive drop in visibility of natural health oriented health websites.
It seems that these changes were made in the name of "safety" and "quality" but the end result has been a drop in visibility for these websites.
I've outlined much more information in the blog post listed below but in the video, I go over 4 major search results and how they have changed:
1. The search term "reverse T3"
- The conventional mindset is that reverse T3 isn't useful and that it shouldn't be ordered. When you search for this term you get results back which suggest that it's not helpful and only show one side of the story.
2. The search term "how to cure hypothyroidism permanently"
- This result brings back information which is full of "conventional" medicine sources which do not do justice to the natural therapies available to thyroid patients.
3. The search term "thyroid supplements"
- This query brings back results which suggest that taking thyroid supplements is actually harmful when most people who search for this term are actually interested in learning more about how they help.
4. The search term "adrenal fatigue"
- Lastly, adrenal fatigue is not recognized by the conventional medical community and all of the results suggest that adrenal fatigue is a myth.
The results from these queries all bring back information which is critical of the more natural approach and more in favor of the conventional approach.
I am concerned that this sort of suppression of natural health websites may slow down innovation and encourage the existing dogma as it relates to thyroid management.
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/is-google-suppressing-alternative-thyroid-information/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
Hair loss from Hashimoto's thyroiditis should be differentiated from regular run of the mill hypothyroidism.
It should come as no surprise to you that dysregulation of thyroid hormone causes hair loss.
The main difference is that about 30% of Hashimoto's patients also suffer from other types of hair loss which can cause confusion.
And these other causes may or may not be related to your current thyroid function. So you could be taking the right type of thyroid medication and STILL suffer from hair loss.
Can thyroid hair loss be stopped? The answer is yes, but it may require some time, effort, and energy on your part.
Here are your next steps if you suffer from hair loss:
1. Ensure that you are taking enough thyroid medication.
- If you aren't taking enough thyroid medication you may suffer from hair loss but it's also true that too much can cause issues. Because of this, you need to find what is optimal for your body.
2. Ensure that your thyroid medication is not contributing to your hair loss.
- It's also important to understand that the side effect of some thyroid medications is hair loss. This can be confusing because you need to figure out if your hair loss is from too much medication, not enough medication, or because of your medication.
3. Reduce inflammation and autoimmune attack on your thyroid gland.
- Updating your lifestyle can reduce inflammation and improve your overall nutrient status. This may have positive effects on both your thyroid gland and on your hair loss directly.
4. Look at your ferritin.
- Ferritin is a marker of iron storage and may be the most important factor when it comes to hair growth/hair loss. You need at least a certain amount of ferritin for hair growth to occur.
5. Don't give up
- Be patient and don't give up. It can take several weeks to months for you to notice an improvement in your hair loss and to start seeing hair growth.
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/thyroiditis-hair-loss/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
It's becoming more and more common for thyroid patients to experience hypothyroid symptoms despite being treated "adequately" with prescription medications.
In addition, there are a number of people who suffer from hypothyroid symptoms and yet have normal thyroid lab tests and are unable to get appropriate treatment.
Why does this occur?
Well, for many reasons, but I think some of the most common are listed below:
*And, by the way, this information is relevant whether you have a thyroid or not, whether you are taking thyroid medication or not, and regardless of what type or flavor of hypothyroidism that you have.
1. You are not on the right thyroid medication.
2. You are not taking Enough Thyroid Medication
3. Your 'Thyroid Symptoms' are not thyroid symptoms after all
4. You have autoimmune thyroiditis
5. You are not absorbing your medication
6. Your Labs aren't optimized
7. You have un-treated nutrient deficiencies
8. Your medications are interfering with your thyroid function
9. You are overweight
10. You have sub-clinical hypothyroidism
11. Your Genes are playing a role
12. You are Depressed/Anxious or Stressed
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/reasons-hypothyroid-symptoms/
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Thyroid management and treatment can appear to be very confusing, especially as a patient.
Part of this has to do with the fact that no two patients are alike. It's possible for a statement to objectively true and false simultaneously regarding treatment.
This video outlines a sample of 10 different quotes and responses from patients on a wide spectrum.
I discuss why certain patients feel one way with medication and why others can feel the exact opposite. The quotes used in this video are taken directly from a clinical study (link in the article).
You can think of these statements as a proxy for larger segments of the population and you will probably find that you align with one or more of the statements detailed here. You can find a complete list of the statements that I discuss below:
1. "Levothyroxine was worse than nothing."
2. "On levothyroxine, I felt myself getting sicker and sicker every single day."
3. "Just please find something that gives me my life back."
4. "I feel good while on levothyroxine."
5. "Now I take T3 also and started feeling better, but I still do not feel well."
6. "Combination therapy changed my life and health. In my view, it is the best therapy for hypothyroidism."
7. "I was finally put on extract after 28 years on other options. I would never go back."
8. "Had a thyroidectomy many years, no adverse reaction or symptoms."
9. "If you find something that improves mental clarity and energy, we'll have something to discuss."
10. "I am on levothyroxine and have weight gain, brain fog, and pain in my points."
You can read the entire blog post here: https://www.restartmed.com/why-no-two-thyroid-patients-are-alike-explaining-thyroid-discrepancies/
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This is my breakdown of the verywell health thyroid survey which went out to over 800+ thyroid patients.
This survey is full of very interesting and relevant results which can potentially help guide thyroid treatment in the future.
This survey was NOT done by me but this video is my commentary and opinion on the survey. You can find the entire survey and results directly at this link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/survey-finds-doctors-are-failing-thyroid-disease-patients-4583130
The main takeaways from this survey include:
1. Regarding thyroid treatment with thyroid medication, only 6 percent of people felt completely satisfied with only 1 in 5 people (or 20%) feeling completely unsatisfied in their treatment.
2. No matter how many years they have been getting treatment, only 35% of thyroid patients claim that they have gotten better.
3. 45% of people in this survey have been receiving thyroid treatment for over 10 years.
The results of this survey clearly show that the current hypothyroid treatment paradigm is failing patients, but why is that?
I think one of the main reason has to do with how doctors (and even patients) look at hypothyroid treatment.
The majority of this treatment focuses on T4 thyroid medication (which over 90% of patients in this study are taking) and reliance upon TSH testing.
My own personal experience suggests that about 90%+ of patients feel great when they are taking combination T4 + T3 thyroid medication.
Learn more about my thoughts and opinions on this survey in this video and blog post.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Is the Carnivore diet safe if you have Hashimoto's?
I'm not 100% convinced that it is safe in the long-term but there have been reports from some people that it can be effective. Because of this, I wanted to explore the diet and explain why it may be effective for some people.
The carnivore diet includes mostly meat-based products but it also includes a small amount of dairy and eggs as well.
At first glance, this may not seem very healthy, but we know that other restrictive diets have proven to be potentially therapeutic for certain individuals.
One of the reasons that this diet may be effective is that it may be acting as a super elimination diet for your gut.
We know that your gut can be the starting point and the perpetuating point of autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
By eliminating many foods it's possible that this diet is allowing your gut bacteria to balance and repopulate your intestinal tract.
This may explain why certain people experience significant benefit on this diet.
One big issue is the issue of safety. Is this diet safe to use long term?
The answer is not well known but I am concerned about 2 main issues:
1. The issue of a diet high in saturated fat.
And #2. The issue of potential nutrient deficiencies.
Even in the face of these issues, there may be some place for this diet in the treatment of Hashimoto's but only after other diets such as the gluten-free diet, dairy-free diet, elimination diet, AIP diet, etc. have been utilized and failed.
If you've tried this diet before please leave a comment below with your experience!
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Cytomel is a T3 only thyroid medication which happens to also be the most powerful thyroid medication available.
The only problem? It can sometimes be associated with hair loss and, even though the medication is great, you should be aware of this problem if you are using it or thinking about using it.
Before we jump in, just realize that Cytomel is the brand name T3 medication but this information also applies to liothyronine which is the generic version of Cytomel.
There are 3 main ways that Cytomel may cause hair loss:
1. Hair loss related directly to the medication.
- The first cause of hair loss has to do with the medication itself. The good news is that this is typically temporary and should resolve within 2-4 months (3-6 months at most). The exact mechanism of this hair loss is not known. The treatment for this issue is to give it time and to be patient!
2. Hair loss related to an excessively high dose.
- This cause of Cytomel-related hair loss is dose-dependent and only occurs if your dose is too high. Because Cytomel is the strongest thyroid medication it is possible for you to take too much which may result in a hyperthyroid state and hair loss. The treatment for this issue is to simply reduce your dose.
3. Hair loss related to insufficient dosing.
- Lastly, and perhaps most common, is hair loss related to an insufficient dose. Because Cytomel is so strong, doctors tend to underdose patients when they start taking it. This may result in a persistent hypothyroid state which leads to persistent hair loss. The treatment for this issue is to simply increase your dose.
Despite these potential issues I still believe that Cytomel remains as a great medication (perhaps one of the best). If you are considering using Cytomel don't let this information scare you away because most people who use it do NOT experience hair loss.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is incredibly common among hypothyroid patients. In fact, it is estimated that up to 40% of all hypothyroid patients suffer from B12 deficiency or sub-optimal B12 levels in their body.
What's important here is that treating your thyroid is not sufficient to fix your B12 levels! You should think of B12 deficiency and hypothyroidism as two separate conditions that need to be treated.
B12 deficiency is also difficult to identify because it shares many of the same symptoms as hypothyroidism.
B12 deficiency is associated with the following symptoms: - Fatigue - Weight gain - Depression - Constipation - Brain fog
You can see that many of these symptoms are also seen in hypothyroidism.
Testing for B12 is actually quite difficult as the serum B12 test is not always accurate. You can, however, test for B12 with the methylmalonic acid test but this test is much more expensive.
When using B12 you want to make sure that you are using the right type and formulation of B12. Formulations such as cyanocobalamin are cheaper and more readily available but they are not optimal especially if you have MTHFR mutations.
Up to 20-40% of people have MTHFR mutations which impact the type of B12 that they can utilize by their bodies. Because of this, I recommend that hypothyroid patients utilize only methylcobalamin, hydroxycobalamin or adenosylcobalamin as these are more readily active than cyanocobalamin and compatible with MTHFR mutations.
Lastly, if oral B12 supplements are not working for you then you should consider the use of B12 shots. While studies do not show that B12 shots are superior, it has been my clinical experience that they can be in certain situations.
If you are looking for a B12 supplement, I recommend using one such as this: https://www.restartmed.com/product/po...
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
The short answer is yes, the long answer is that there are still several reasons to supplement even if your thyroid has been removed.
Once your thyroid has been removed it's better to think of yourself as hypothyroid rather than hyperthyroid (because many people who have their thyroid removed have it removed for this reason).
That means once your thyroid is removed most of the information you find regarding hypothyroidism is relevant to you.
In addition, once your thyroid has been removed and once you take thyroid medication, there are still several steps that must occur in your body in order for you to use that medication effectively.
The first is that your body must activate the thyroid hormone and turn it from T4 into the active thyroid hormone T3. This process requires several key nutrients including Zinc and Selenium.
Once your thyroid hormone has been activated it must then act on the cells themselves. There are several nutrients involved in this process as well as several hormone systems.
Hormone imbalances such as leptin resistance, cortisol resistance, and insulin resistance can all interfere with thyroid hormone cellular function and there are supplements you can take to help improve this condition.
They don't necessarily help directly, but they may help your thyroid work indirectly.
You can find a list of supplements which all work if you don't have a thyroid or if it's been damaged by RAI below:
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to the management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Is it possible to stop taking your thyroid medication?
The answer is maybe, and it depends on your situation.
There are 3 main groups of patients that we need to discuss and you should try to figure out where you fit into these categories to determine if you can stop taking your medication.
Group #1: Those who MUST take thyroid medication. - The first group are those people who must take thyroid medication for the rest of their lives. People in this category include people who have had their thyroid removed through surgery, those who have had their thyroid destroyed through RAI, and those who have end-stage Hashimoto's thyroiditis. If you fit into this category then you will NOT be able to stop taking your thyroid medication because your body is unable to produce it on its own.
Group #2: Those who were placed on thyroid medication inappropriately. - There are a number of people who have been placed on thyroid medication inappropriately. These people were often placed on their medication because of one lab test which may have been inaccurate. People in this category are often those who have been taking their medication for decades but who don't notice any difference on or off of their medicine.
Group #3: Those who need thyroid medication but only temporarily. - The third group includes those people who do need to take thyroid medication but only for a temporary period of time. People in this category include those with early stage Hashimoto's disease, those who have hypothyroidism from a reversible cause such as obesity or dieting, and those who have hypothyroidism from iodine deficiency or other nutrient deficiencies. If you are taking thyroid medication from a potentially reversible cause of hypothyroidism then there is a chance that you can reduce or get off of your medicine.
Before you attempt to make any changes to your thyroid medication be sure that you discuss it with your current doctor! It's not safe to simply stop taking your thyroid medication because your body becomes dependent upon it once you start taking it.
It can take several months for your body to be able to produce thyroid hormone naturally again.
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Are you currently taking Natural Desiccated thyroid hormone? Maybe you are considering using this medication. Either way, there are some things you should know BEFORE you start using it.
Like any medication, NDT is not a perfect medication and it does have some problems.
I'm actually a big fan of NDT as a medication and I use it on a lot of my patients, but I am also aware that it isn't perfect and it doesn't work for everyone.
Some of these problems include:
1. The formula keeps changing.
The inactive ingredients in Armour thyroid, for instance, have changed several times throughout the last decade. Each time they have been changed there have been a number of people in which the medication seems to not be working as well.
2. It isn't always easy to get.
Doctors have a bias towards T4 only thyroid medications compared to NDT formulations. NDT, while helpful, can be very difficult to get.
3. The amount of T4 and T3 in each dose is static.
The dosing of NDT in each grain is always the same. What if you need more T3 relative to T4? What if your TSH is suppressed while taking NDT but your free thyroid hormones are low? There's no way to increase each component unless you take a new medication.
4. Not everyone responds well to T3.
Certain people respond to anxiety, panic attacks, and heart palpitations when taking T3.
5. It may flare up your immune system.
Because NDT is animal sourced and contains animal proteins and enzymes there is a small chance that it can flare up your immune system and worsen thyroid function in people with Hashimoto's.
6. Doctors tend to underdose NDT.
Most doctors tend to underdose NDT, especially when transitioning patients from T4 to NDT. This is a big problem because many patients who try it aren't taking enough and they never feel "better".
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The TSH is probably the most standard way to test for thyroid dysfunction but it's certainly not the most accurate way.
There are at least 5 different conditions which, if present, can alter how reliable the TSH test really is.
These conditions include:
1. Low T3 syndrome.
- The first condition is low T3 syndrome. People with this condition have low levels of free T3 or total T3 but their free T4 and TSH may stay relatively normal. Free T3 should take precedence because it is the active thyroid hormone.
2. high TSH but normal T4.
- Many people look at the TSH reference range and think that if they fall anywhere on that range that they are "normal". The problem is that this reference range includes people who aren't 100% healthy. Instead of using the standard reference range look at a tighter range which is less than 2.0.
3. Partial thyroidectomy with falsely normal T4/T3.
- If part of your thyroid has been removed or radiated with radioactive iodine then the remaining portion must enlarge to try and satisfy the demand for thyroid function. This process causes changes to cellular sensitivity as your body attempts to produce enough thyroid hormone. People in this situation can have a normal TSH even though they are clearly hypothyroid.
4. Elevated TPO antibodies.
- Those with Hashimoto's have elevated antibodies to their thyroid which causes inflammation and damage to the thyroid gland. These patients can have a normal TSH for a long time even though they are clearly hypothyroid.
5. D2 genetic mutations.
- Certain genetic mutations can reduce how effectively you convert T4 into the active thyroid hormone T3. Up to 15-20% of people have this genetic mutation which can cause symptoms if you develop hypothyroidism.
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Hashimoto's is an autoimmune disease which means if you have this disease that your body is attacking and attempting to destroy your own thyroid gland.
Up to 70-90% of people with hypothyroidism have Hashimoto's (even if you don't know about it!) and this is important because Hashimoto's is treated differently compared to regular hypothyroidism.
There are 5 main natural therapies that you can use to potentially help halt this autoimmune damage in your body and help heal your thyroid gland.
I've personally used these therapies on many patients and found them to be quite effective. But, before you use them, please realize that they may not ALL work for you.
Each person is unique and the therapies that you need may differ from the therapies that I've listed here.
5 Natural ways to treat Hashimoto's include:
1. Changing your diet.
- There are several diets that can help reduce inflammation in your body and may help treat Hashimoto's. I see a lot of people who are eating healthy foods but they are not eating the right types of healthy foods. Diets which can help Hashimoto's include: AIP diet, Elimination diet, low FODMAP's diet, and the gluten-free/dairy-free/soy-free diet.
2. Testosterone gel/cream.
- Women with Hashimoto's tend to have low testosterone levels. Treating women who have low testosterone with testosterone can help improve the immune response and may also help with problems such as low libido and weight gain. You don't want to use more than necessary, but using even a small amount may help.
3. Vitamins and Minerals.
- There are lots of potential vitamins that you can use, but I find the most success with Selenium, Zinc, and Vitamin D. These supplements are powerful regulators of the immune response and patients with Hashimoto's tend to be deficient in all 3. I recommend using a supplement like this one which contains all 3: https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
4. Gut health.
- We all know that gut health is important but instead of focusing on your general gut health I want to focus on 2 conditions that up to 50% of patients with Hashimoto's have and may not be aware of. These conditions are SIBO and SIFO. If you have these conditions (or any of the symptoms of these conditions) you must be treated as they may be causing inflammation and worsening the immune process in your body.
5. LDN.
- Last on the list is LDN which stands for low dose naltrexone. LDN is thought to help your body by increasing endorphins which may help educate and balance your immune system. Anywhere from 40-60% of people with Hashimoto's may find some benefit by using LDN. LDN does require a prescription to get, however, so you will need to get this from your doctor.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
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Your thyroid function depends on how much iron you have. If you have low iron levels then your thyroid function may be compromised.
This is especially important for people who have thyroid disease because they are very sensitive to even small changes in iron levels.
And doctors are not conditioned to look at iron stores unless they find that you are anemic. But it is possible to be iron deficient even if you are not anemic and this deficiency CAN impact your thyroid negatively.
Thyroid function and iron are linked in the following ways: - Low iron reduces the amount of thyroid hormone that your body can produce directly from your thyroid gland. - Low iron is associated with decreased T4 to T3 conversion. - Low iron is associated with low T3. - Low iron reduces the effectiveness of iodine supplementation. - As transferrin falls, your TSH rises.
Testing for iron deficiency is actually quite easy and I recommend that all thyroid patients should consider testing for iron deficiency with the following lab tests: - Ferritin: Should be between 40 and 50 - TIBC: Should be in the middle of the reference range - Serum iron: Should be in the middle of the reference range - Percent saturation: Should be between 35 to 38%
If these values are confusing then you can primarily stick just to ferritin. You don't necessarily need to order all of those other tests because ferritin is usually a good enough predictor of iron stores.
If you find that you are deficient then you can supplement with iron using over the counter formulations. Most thyroid patients do better on liquid iron or very specific iron capsules.
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Can exercising help boost your thyroid? The short answer is yes, but only if you are doing it the RIGHT way.
Too little exercise will have no benefit on your thyroid while overexercising may lower your free T3 and total T3.
How does exercise benefit your thyroid? In 3 main ways:
1. It reduces your TSH and increases both T3 and T4 levels.
- This is exactly what you want if you are hypothyroid. This combination of changes indicates that your thyroid is able to work on its own.
2. It reduces inflammation.
- Reducing inflammation can indirectly help your thyroid by improving how much T3 you can create through T4 to T3 conversion. This is also helpful if you have autoimmunity from conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
3. It improves your metabolism.
- Exercising can also improve your metabolism. Your thyroid controls about 60% of your daily caloric burn so increasing this value up to normal is incredibly important, especially if you are interested in weight loss.
If you have thyroid issues you should also be careful to overexercise. Overexercising can increase your cortisol levels and lower your free T3 and total T3 levels.
You'll know if you are overexercising based on how you feel (more in the video). You should stick to moderate intensity exercises as well as sustained low-intensity exercises.
Exercises such as yoga, strength training, walking, and moderate intensity exercises are ideal for most people.
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The foods that you eat can either positively or negatively impact your thyroid. This video is all about avoiding certain foods which have been scientifically proven to inhibit thyroid function in some way.
The list of foods to avoid if you have thyroid disease includes:
1. Refined sugar
- Sugar can cause insulin resistance which can negatively impact thyroid function.
2. *Gluten
- Up to 2-5% of people with Hashimoto's also have Celiac disease. In addition, many more have non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
3. *Dairy
- In a recent study, 8 weeks of removing dairy caused a reduction in TSH levels among patients with Hashimoto's.
4. Alcohol
- Alcohol is cytotoxic to thyroid cells and suppresses both TSH and TRH.
5. Trans-Fat
- Trans fat can negatively impact thyroid hormone production.
6. Industrial seed oils and fats
- These fats may cause inflammation which reduces T4 to T3 conversion.
7. Highly processed Soy
- Soy can theoretically block iodine uptake into your thyroid gland and reduce thyroid hormone absorption.
8. Frozen and highly processed foods
- Frozen and highly processed foods contain preservatives which may block or interfere with thyroid function.
9. *Legumes/Beans
- Beans and legumes contain lectins and goitrogens which may block thyroid function.
10. *Coffee
- Coffee can suppress TSH and reduce T3 and T4 levels after consumption.
Foods marked with an * have special conditions which should be considered (more in the video or found directly on the blog post).
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Is it possible to test your thyroid at home? The answer is yes.
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The only problem with testing your thyroid at home is that the tests available are not quite as accurate as blood tests. Having said that they can still give you very important information.
My recommendation is to use these tests in conjunction with your lab tests to give you a better idea as to what is happening with your thyroid.
Here are the 4 ways you can test your thyroid at home:
1. Check your symptoms.
The first thing you can do is check and monitor your symptoms! Your symptoms give you an idea as to how well your thyroid is working. The worse your symptoms are the worse your thyroid is. You can also check and monitor them over time.
2. Check your basal body temperature.
Your body temperature tracks with thyroid function because your thyroid helps control and regulate about 60% of the heat your body produces. You can easily track your temperature each morning.
3. Check your resting heart rate.
Your resting heart rate is also controlled (in part) by your thyroid gland. A low resting heart rate is an indication of a sluggish thyroid while a rapid heart rate is indicative of an overactive thyroid.
4. The thyroid "swallow" test.
You can use this test to monitor the physical appearance of your thyroid. The only downside to this strategy is that it doesn't tell you how well your thyroid is working.
Other tests available:
1. Thyroid function lab tests (requires a prescription from a doctor)
My recommendation is to ALWAYS get thyroid lab tests if they are available (see the video for the complete list of labs you need).
2. Thyroid ultrasound (requires a prescription from a doctor)
A thyroid ultrasound can help you look at the physical characteristics of your thyroid gland but doesn't necessarily tell you how well it is functioning.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
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Free T4 is an important measurement which gives you an idea how well your thyroid is functioning.
But what's interesting about this value is that it changes based on what type of thyroid medication you are taking. You need to understand how these changes manifest to know if you are on the right track.
How T4 changes with thyroid medication:
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On T4 only thyroid medication. Free T4 tends to increase when taking thyroid medication such as Levothyroxine and Synthroid. This makes perfect sense! You can use your free T4 as a measure to determine if you are taking enough medication. As you take more medication you should see your free T4 increase.
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On NDT thyroid medication. On NDT some people experience a dramatic drop in free T4 while others may see a slight increase. How you respond to NDT will depend on your unique biochemistry.
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On T3 only thyroid medication. All people taking T3 only thyroid medication will see a drop in free T4 if their dose is high enough!
Evaluating your free T4 is important if you are taking T4 only thyroid medication and becomes less important as you use other types of thyroid medication.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
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Men with hypothyroidism tend to have similar but different symptoms when compared to women.
The difference in symptoms stems from the impact that your thyroid has on testosterone. Testosterone, as it turns out, is much more important for men when compared to women.
Even minor changes in testosterone can lead to numerous side effects which are separate from hypothyroidism. So, in a sense, men get both the symptoms of hypothyroidism AND low testosterone.
Men with hypothyroidism commonly present with any or all of the following symptoms:
- Increase in fatigue or decreased energy levels
- Decreased libido/sex drive and other changes in sexual function including erectile dysfunction
- Inability to build muscle mass or decreased strength
- Unexplained weight gain or inability to lose weight despite using therapies that have worked in the past
- Changes in mood ranging from feeling "down" to depression
In addition to these symptoms men usually present with 1 or more of the following general symptoms of hypothyroidism:
- Constipation or change in bowel movements trending towards constipation
- Dry skin or changes in skin texture
- Other mood changes including anxiety
- Difficulty with sleeping or insomnia
- Inability to tolerate cold temperatures
- Issues with fertility
- Muscle aches/pains, joint pain and/or back pain
- Difficulty with concentration, decreased attention span and "brain fog"
If you have any of these symptoms then you will want to test the following labs:
- TSH
- Free t3
- Free t4
- Reverse t3
- Total testosterone
- Free testosterone
- Sex hormone binding globulin
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TSH is a marker of thyroid function and it's incredibly important if you are pregnant.
During pregnancy, the thyroid gland enlarges and must produce enough thyroid hormone for both you and your child. If you can't produce enough thyroid hormone then your child may suffer from developmental issues, a low birthweight and potentially a lower than normal IQ.
Because of this, doctors recommend that thyroid function be monitored very closely during pregnancy.
It also means that the standard "healthy" ranges must be altered during pregnancy to match the increase in demand of thyroid hormone.
This means there are new reference ranges for the TSH and other thyroid hormones.
You can find these levels below:
Standard TSH levels during Pregnancy:
First trimester: 0.1 to 2.5 mU/L Second trimester: 0.2 to 3.0 mU/L Third trimester: 0.2 to 3.0 mU/L
Normal non-pregnant TSH range:
0.5 to 4.0 mU/L (with newer studies showing that a healthy TSH is probably less than 2.5 (2) and maybe even closer to 1.0 mU/L (3))
My personal recommendation:
First trimester: 0.1 to 0.5 mU/L Second trimester: 0.2 to 1.0 mU/L Third trimester: 0.2 to 1.0 mU/L
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to the management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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How long does it take thyroid medication to work? That's the question we will be exploring in today's video.
The short answer? About 60% of people will experience some improvement within 4-6 weeks of taking their medication. Another 20% will experience symptomatic relief even sooner and the last 20% may experience symptomatic improvement up to 8+ weeks after starting their medication.
Why does it take so long? It has to do with how thyroid hormone works once it's in your body. Thyroid hormone has to interact with your cells and change genetic transcription and this process takes time.
Other factors such as your starting dose, whether or not you are taking T3, and your lifestyle can also all impact how quickly your medication will work.
Those people who take T3 medications often experience improvement faster than those who take T4 only thyroid medication.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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The answer is yes. Actually, both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can lead to high blood sugar.
This stems from a condition known as insulin resistance in which your cells become resistant to the effects of insulin. Insulin is supposed to help your body take up glucose and utilize it for energy. If it can't then the blood sugar will build up in your blood and you will experience high blood sugar.
This condition stems from ANY disorder of thyroid function including both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
And this is also true of thyroid medications. It's not the medications themselves which cause blood sugar but how much you are taking of them.
It's possible for thyroid medication to both hurt or help your blood sugar, depending on your dose.
In addition to this, hypothyroid patients also suffer from a high cortisol if they do not use an adequate dose of thyroid medication. High cortisol leads to further insulin resistance and can exacerbate high blood sugar.
Because of this, if you have hypothyroidism and high blood sugar it's important that you address both your cortisol AND your thyroid function. Failure to address both of these can lead to persistent high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and weight loss resistance.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to the management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Thyroid dysfunction can lead to both general hair loss and eyebrow hair loss.
Eyebrow hair loss can be particularly troubling because it can cause considerable distress and issues with your appearance.
It's important to know that your eyebrows are a sensitive marker of thyroid function in your body. They are often the first sign of thyroid disease and can be the last symptom to improve once you improve your thyroid.
6 steps to improve thyroid eyebrow hair loss include:
1. Take thyroid medication! (If necessary)
2. Ensure that your thyroid medication is actually working.
3. Take hair regrowth supplements (this works for both your hair and eyebrows).
4. Take thyroid enhancing supplements
5. Look at your iron/ferritin
6. Consider switching thyroid medications
By following these steps you should be able to improve your eyebrow hair growth and improve your thyroid function at the same time.
Always remember that there can be other causes of eyebrow hair loss which are unrelated to your thyroid so if these strategies don't work you may need to look into those as well.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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The quick answer to the question:
Yes, but only in about 10% of the population (based on my estimates and experience). And by reversed I am talking about a 100% complete remission where you are not taking thyroid medication, where your thyroid antibodies are zero, your weight is normalized, and you do not have any symptoms of hypothyroidism.
Other people can experience anywhere from minor to major improvements with natural therapies, but the degree that they will improve depends on their individual circumstance.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease which will eventually result in the complete destruction of your thyroid gland.
In the conventional setting, most doctors do not do any treatment for Hashimoto's except using thyroid medications and/or surgery (in some cases).
This means that it's up to you to find the treatment you need to fix your condition.
If you are interested in reversing Hashimoto's or in treating your condition naturally then you will have more luck getting treatment from an integrative or functional medicine doctor when compared to a primary care doctor or an endocrinologist.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Radioactive iodine treatment is a medical treatment used to destroy your thyroid gland.
It's used to treat conditions such as hyperthyroidism to help reduce the amount of thyroid hormone that your body produces.
As you can imagine, destroying your thyroid gland does come with some consequences. I want to talk about those consequences and what you should expect if you get this procedure done.
6 Things to expect after Radioactive iodine treatment:
1. You are going to be radioactive.
- Yes! It is true. You will be radioactive for about 5-7 days after your procedure which means you shouldn't be close to other people for that time. You can't kiss others, prepare food for others, share a toilet, and so on. This fades in about 5-7 days so don't let it freak you out.
2. You may gain weight.
- This is another big one. There is about a 30% chance that you will gain weight after your procedure. Studies have tested and looked at people who undergo RAI and they have found that those who are overweight before their procedure tend to gain more weight than those who are not. Just be aware that this may happen to you.
3. You will need to (most likely) be on medication
- And by medication, I am referring to thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormone (such as levothyroxine or Synthroid) is required after your procedure because of the damage done to your thyroid gland. Not everyone will need to be on medication afterward, but the vast majority will.
4. You may experience other thyroid symptoms
- You might also experience other symptoms such as fatigue, depression, hair loss, and cold body temperatures. These symptoms stem from a lack of sufficient treatment by thyroid hormone and you should watch out for them!
5. You should consider yourself "hypothyroid"
- This is a subtle but important point. After your procedure, you will be considered hypothyroid, even if you were hyperthyroid BEFORE your procedure. When you destroy your thyroid gland your body can no longer produce thyroid hormone and your diagnosis should change as well.
6. Men may have short-term infertility afterward
- If you are a man then you should know that you may suffer from reduced sperm counts for 2 years after your procedure. You can still bank your sperm before your procedure, though, so don't let it stop you from getting the procedure if necessary.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Can taking thyroid medication alter your blood pressure? The answer is absolutely. It doesn't happen all the time, but certain types of thyroid medication can lead to a rise in your blood pressure.
Your cardiac tissue (heart cells) have different thyroid receptors when compared to most other cells. As a result, they are particularly sensitive to T3 thyroid hormone. When they come into contact with T3 it can act to increase the force of contraction of your heart which increases both your heart rate and your blood pressure.
What can you do about it?
1. Pay attention to your dose (if your dose is too high you may need to lower your medication).
2. Take your dose of medication several times throughout the day.
- By splitting up your dose throughout the day you can slow down how much thyroid hormone hits your heart.
3. Consider switching to a different thyroid medication.
- Lastly, if you can't find any relief from the steps above then you may need to switch medications entirely. Switching from one class of thyroid medication to another may work or switching to a different class entirely may be necessary.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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NP Thyroid is a form of natural desiccated thyroid hormone which is similar but different than Armour thyroid.
Both medications contain the same active ingredients but they differ in the inactive ingredients.
This small difference can greatly impact how you feel when you use or take these medications.
Armour thyroid contains the following ingredients: Triiodothyronine (active ingredient) Thyroxine (active ingredient) Calcium stearate Dextrose Microcrystalline cellulose (May cause reactions in some people Sodium starch glycolate Opadry white Minor amounts of calcitonin, T1, T2, and proteins
NP thyroid contains the following ingredients: Triiodothyronine (active ingredient) Thyroxine (active ingredient) Calcium stearate Dextrose monohydrate Maltodextrin Mineral oil Minor amounts of calcitonin, T1, T2, and proteins
You can see from the list that NP thyroid has slightly fewer ingredients and may be better tolerated for some people.
In addition, NP thyroid is also cheaper when compared to Armour thyroid.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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If you are confused about thyroid medication names then this is the video for you. In this video, I break down how various thyroid medications differ from one another and what thyroid hormones that they contain.
There are two main types of thyroid hormones: T4 and T3.
Thyroid medications contain both or just one or the other of these hormones which impact how they work in your body.
T4 only thyroid medications include: - Synthroid (Brand name) - Levothyroxine (Generic) - Tirosint (Brand name - special in that it only has 4 total ingredients) - Levoxyl - Unithroid - Euthyrox - Levo-T - Levothroid *T4 only thyroid medications MUST be activated by your body in order to be used.
NDT (Natural Desiccated thyroid hormone) medications include: - Armour Thyroid (Brand name) - NP Thyroid (Generic for Armour Thyroid) - WP Thyroid - Nature-Throid - Thyrolar *NDT medications contain a combination of T4 and T3 thyroid hormone.
T3 only thyroid medications: - Cytomel (Brand name) - Liothyronine (Generic) - SR T3 (Sustained release T3) *T3 thyroid medications come pre-activated and are the most powerful types of thyroid medications.
There are many other thyroid medication names based on the country you live in but you can always figure out which type of thyroid medication you are taking by looking at the active ingredient. You can ask your pharmacist or doctor if you aren't sure!
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Thyroid pain is never a normal symptom and the presence of this symptom is an indication that something is wrong.
Believe it or not, thyroid pain is not a common symptom even though thyroid disorders are quite common.
Almost all conditions which result in thyroid pain do so because of inflammation in the thyroid gland itself. This inflammation could be from your own immune system, from an infection, or from trauma.
With this in mind, let's talk about conditions that cause thyroid pain:
1. Subactue thyroiditis.
- This is the most common cause of thyroid pain among patients and is usually caused by a viral infection.
2. Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
- Rarely, Hashimoto's thyroiditis (which is an autoimmune condition) can cause thyroid pain. But most people with this condition do NOT have thyroid pain.
3. Lymphadenopathy
- Lymphadenopathy refers to a condition in which your lymph nodes are enlarged and sensitive. While this isn't exactly thyroid pain, this condition can be confused with thyroid pain because lymph nodes are very close to your thyroid gland.
4. Thyroid Cancer
- Rarely, thyroid cancer can also cause thyroid pain. Don't let this freak you out, though, because most thyroid cancers do NOT cause thyroid pain.
5. Postpartum Thyroiditis
- Lastly, some cases of postpartum thyroiditis can cause thyroid pain as well. This is very uncommon, but it's worth considering if you recently had a baby and you have thyroid pain.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Can you use thyroid supplements to help you with weight loss?
The answer is maybe and that it really depends. Some supplements work better than others, but you should never plan on only using supplements if your goal is weight loss.
Why?
Because it usually takes a lot more than just 1 or 2 supplements to help you lose all of your weight and feel back to normal. This should go without saying, but just keep it in mind.
Having said that, there are certain categories of supplements which can help thyroid patients with weight loss.
These categories include:
1. Supplements that increase T3.
- T3 is king when it comes to weight loss. Any supplement which helps to promote more T3 may, therefore, help with weight loss. Certain supplements such as selenium, zinc, guggul, and vitamin A can help more than others.
2. Supplements that support your metabolism.
- One of the most important things you can do to help with weight loss is enhance your metabolism. Certain supplements, such as protein powder, can improve your metabolism which may help.
3. Supplements which improve your gut function.
- Probiotics, prebiotics, and enzymes can all potentially help with weight loss by influencing your gut microbiome. The bacteria in your gut influence how many calories you absorb and can even alter your hormones.
In addition to using these supplements, you also want to make sure that you avoid certain supplements as well. Pretty much any supplement which sounds gimmicky is something that you will want to avoid. These supplements can actually do more harm than good, especially if you have thyroid disease.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
The answer is that it really depends. Sometimes hypothyroidism is curable and sometimes it isn't, it depends on the cause of your condition.
Before we talk about these conditions you need to understand the difference between a cure and a treatment. All forms of hypothyroidism can be treated but when I talk about a cure I am talking about a therapy which will completely heal your body. All types of hypothyroidism are treatable but not all are curable.
Conditions that cause hypothyroidism include...
Hypothyroidism from Hashimoto's thyroiditis: - The most common cause of hypothyroidism is from Hashimoto's which is both treatable and curable. Most people do not realize a complete cure but they can almost always improve their condition, symptoms, and antibody levels.
Hypothyroidism from nutrient deficiencies: - If your thyroid dysfunction is caused by a nutrient deficiency then there is a good chance that it can be cured. Simply taking the nutrient you are deficient in may be enough to cure your condition. Common nutrients causing hypothyroidism include iodine deficiency, selenium deficiency, zinc deficiency, and tyrosine deficiency.
Hypothyroidism from pituitary or hypothalamic dysfunction: - Hypothyroidism from brain-related issues are usually very difficult to treat. If your hypothyroidism is caused by brain damage (from trauma) then it is unlikely that you will be able to cure your condition. If it's caused by PTSD then it may be treatable.
Hypothyroidism from RAI or thyroid removal: - This form of hypothyroidism is NOT curable. It can be treated with thyroid medication but it cannot be cured (at least not at this time).
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
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Are you taking too much Synthroid? Synthroid is the most commonly prescribed medication in the US which means that millions of people are taking this medicine.
Of those millions, there will always be a small percentage who are either taking too much or too little. We are going to focus on those people who are taking too much.
Symptoms of taking too much Synthroid include...
Common but less serious side effects:
Increased hair loss Weight loss (sometimes but not always) Tremors in the extremities Jittery sensation Heart palpitations Anxiety Flushing of the skin Heat intolerance (not able to stand hot environments)
Rare, but serious side effects of Synthroid overdose include:
Osteoporosis or decreased bone density Heart enlargement Atrial fibrillation Chest pain Shortness of breath *If you experience any of these symptoms you should seek medical care as soon as possible.
If you are experiencing any of these side effects then you can check your blood work to confirm that you are indeed taking too much.
If you are you will most likely see the following changes:
- Suppressed TSH (sometimes a low TSH)
- High free T4
- High free T3 (sometimes)
These, in combination with the symptoms listed above, are signs that you are taking too much thyroid medication.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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Do supplements help or hurt your thyroid? Many supplements can actually improve your thyroid function but they can also interfere with thyroid medication absorption!
If you are taking supplements and if you take thyroid medication then this information is important for you.
Certain medications and over the counter supplements can act to block or bind up thyroid medication like Levothyroxine or Synthroid.
If you take supplements together with your thyroid medication then you may be limiting how much thyroid medication can actually enter into your body.
The most important supplements which inhibit thyroid hormone absorption include:
- Iron
- Calcium
- Cholestyramine
- Aluminum
- Cimetidine
- Sucralfate
- Iodine
- Selenium
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Fiber
- Caffeine
- Antacids
If you are taking any of these supplements (or medications) then you need to make sure that you don't take them around the same time as your thyroid medication. In addition, the time of day that you take your medication and whether or not you take it on an empty stomach all impact absorption!
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Is using iodine safe for your thyroid? In this video, I discuss all of the potential risks associated with using iodine.
Iodine is an essential nutrient required for thyroid function in your body, there's no question about that.
But does using high doses of iodine help or hurt you? Will using iodine worsen your thyroid function?
It turns out that using high doses of iodine may be associated with an increase in certain conditions.
4 conditions that may result from excessive thyroid dosing include:
1. Thyroid cancer.
- Studies have shown that iodine use is associated with a rise in cancer rates. This doesn't mean that iodine causes thyroid cancer but it is worth considering.
2. Autoimmune thyroiditis.
- This shouldn't be controversial, but there is emerging evidence that taking iodine can increase your risk of developing autoimmune thyroiditis.
3. Fetal hypothyroidism.
- The fetal thyroid is more sensitive to iodine when compared to the thyroid gland of the mother. Using high doses of iodine can impact your fetus more than your thyroid.
4. Iodine-induced hyperthyroidism.
- Several conditions put you at increased risk for developing hyperthyroidism after taking high doses of iodine.
In my opinion, it's safer to use low doses of iodine to start and then increase your dose if necessary. Somewhere between 100mcg and 300mcg is probably a safe place to start.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
What is a normal free T4? If you are looking for a quick answer then somewhere in the top 50% of the reference range is a good starting point but it is much more nuanced than that. Various other conditions, even taking thyroid medication, can impact your free T4 and change up what would be considered normal.
In addition, because T4 is a hormone, we also need to establish the difference between a healthy and a normal level. A healthy free T4 is one that would be seen in people who are active, healthy, and have no thyroid problems.
But what does your free T4 actually mean?
Free t4 is a measure of the number of free T4 which is available in your blood. Free T4 simply means that the T4 hormone we are measuring is not bound up by proteins and is available for your body to use. But, even though it is available for use doesn't mean that it is active. In order to be active, free T4 must be turned into T3. Luckily, we have the ability to check both free T4 and free T3 to evaluate how well this is happening.
So what is a normal free T4? It really depends on your situation.
If you are not taking thyroid medication then an optimal free T4 is in the top 50% of the reference range.
If you are taking T4 only thyroid medication like Synthroid or levothyroxine, then a healthy free T4 is in the top 30% of the reference range.
If you are taking T3 medication such as NDT or Liothyronine/Cytomel, then it may be normal for your free T4 to drop. In this case, a healthy free T4 may be in the lower 50% of the reference range. In this case, it's often wise to look at total t3 and free T3 over free T4.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
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There is a big difference between optimal thyroid lab tests and normal lab tests. The reference range for your lab tests includes both healthy and unhealthy people that you are compared to. By creating a tighter reference range for your lab tests you can ensure that you are being compared to only healthy people.
In this video, I go over 2 examples of how to calculate this reference range for both Free T3 and free T4 and show you exactly how to do it.
Free T3 example:
You generally want your free T3 in the top 30% of the reference range in order to be optimal:
Reference range = 1.7 to 3.7
Step #1.
Find the spread between the range by subtracting the top end of the range from the bottom end. In this case, it’s 3.7 and 1.7. So, 3.7 minus 1.7 equals 2.0. This number represents the total range between the top and bottom end of the reference range. This range is often very large and so it’s important to find out where you fall within it.
Step #2.
Multiply the spread by the percentage value that you are looking to obtain. So if you want to find the top 30% of the reference range you would multiply 2.0 by 0.7 (which is 70% of that total value). In this case you will get a value of 1.4.
Step #3.
Add 1.4 to the low end of the range. In this case that will be 1.7 + 1.4 which equals 3.1. You know have your new “tighter” range which is 3.1 to 3.7.
Step #4.
Compare your results to this new reference range that you’ve now created.
Free T4 Example:
You want your free T4 in the top 50% of the reference range in order to be ‘optimal’.
Reference range - 0.89 to 1.76 ng/dL.
Step #1. Find the spread: 1.76 minus 0.89 = 0.87
Step #2. Multiply the spread by 0.5 (50%). 0.87 x 0.5 = 0.435.
Step #3. Add 0.435 to the low end of the reference range. 0.89 + 0.435 = 1.325.
Step #4. New optimal range = 1.3 - 1.76. Now compare your result to this range.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Is Synthroid Gluten-free? The answer is yes, based on a recent study which looked at all of the ingredients.
But why is this important? It has to do with the fact that most hypothyroid patients suffer from Hashimoto's thyroiditis which is an autoimmune condition of the thyroid gland. And about 5% of people with Hashimoto's also suffer from Celiac disease which is an autoimmune disease to gluten.
That means that roughly 1 in 20 people with Hashimoto's will also not tolerate gluten.
This study showed that the concentration of gluten in Synthroid was less than 3 parts per million which are below the acceptable amount of gluten in food products to be labeled as gluten-free.
But just because it is gluten-free doesn't mean you won't potentially react when taking it.
Synthroid still contains other inactive ingredients including aluminum, lactose, and other dyes and coloring agents which can all cause reactions.
The best thing to do if you believe that you are reacting to these ingredients is to switch to a cleaner thyroid medication such as Tirosint.
Tirosint has 3 inactive ingredients and 1 active ingredient making it the cleanest T4 medication.
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Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This video is all about why thyroidectomy patients need T3 thyroid medication.
Thyroidectomy is a procedure in which your thyroid gland is completely removed. After you undergo this procedure you will be required to take thyroid medication for life.
One problem that thyroidectomy patients face is persistent symptoms such as weight gain, brain fog, constipation, and fatigue after their procedure and even after taking thyroid medication.
In this video, I highlight the importance of taking thyroid medication in this subgroup of patients and why the standard approach of using levothyroxine is not sufficient.
There are new studies which show that approximately up to 20% of patients who don't have their thyroid is not able to achieve normal free T3 or free T4 levels by taking thyroid medication alone.
And this makes sense considering that we know the thyroid produces both T4 and T3 when it is working.
So why then do we only provide the body with T4 medication after it has been removed?
Doctors believe that giving the body T4 is sufficient because they feel that the body will be able to activate T4 on its own. This study shows that this may not be the case for roughly 1 in 5 thyroidectomy patients.
The net result is that you may need to take T3 medication in addition to your T4 medication if you want to normalize thyroid function.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Today is all about the condition known as Thyroid Storm. But what exactly is a thyroid storm? It's best understood as a condition that results from hyperthyroidism but it's unique in that it is considered a medical emergency.
A medical emergency is any condition which must be treated as soon as possible or it may lead to death in the person experiencing it.
Thyroid storm is most commonly caused by the same conditions that cause hyperthyroidism, the most common being Graves' disease. But, it can also arise spontaneously in patients who have hyperthyroidism but also experience a dramatic illness or condition. Conditions such as having a heart attack, going into DKA, or becoming pregnant have all been known to trigger thyroid storm.
The symptoms of thyroid storm include: - Fever (or thermoregulatory dysfunction) - Rapid heart rate (tachycardia) - The rapid development of heart conditions such as heart failure, heart attack or atrial fibrillation - Swelling or edema of the extremities - Neurological dysfunction ranging from agitation to seizures or coma - Gastrointestinal issues ranging from diarrhea to jaundice or liver failure
This condition can be prevented in most cases with the proper treatment of conditions that cause hyperthyroidism.
The treatment for this condition includes the 5 B's:
1. Block Synthesis (Use antithyroid drugs such as Methimazole or PTU which prevent your body from making more thyroid hormone).
2. Block release (Using high doses of iodine can prevent your thyroid gland from releasing more thyroid hormone through the Wolff-Chaikoff effect).
3. Block T4 to T3 conversion (By using high doses steroids or PTU. These medications prevent your body from "activating" thyroid hormone).
4. Beta-blockers (10) (Beta blockers are medications which can slow down the cellular effects of thyroid hormone and reduce heart rate and tremors).
5. Block gastrointestinal circulation (Using binders such as cholestyramine prevent your own body from activating and reabsorbing thyroid hormone).
Thyroid storm has a mortality rate of about 10-20% so it is considered a very serious medical condition that must be treated as soon as possible.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video, we will discuss the 5 main reasons that you can't lose weight even if you are eating healthy and exercising regularly.
It may surprise you that this combination does not work for everyone! In fact, there are many people who will need to do more than just eat healthily and exercise in order to lose weight.
The top 5 reasons you can't lose weight:
1. Your metabolism is damaged
What do I mean? Your metabolism is best understood as the total amount of calories that you burn every day, but what you may not realize is that this value can change. Certain things that you can do can impact your metabolism: - How much food you eat - How much you exercise - Your muscle mass - Your hormones - Dieting damages your metabolism
If your metabolism is damaged then you will burn fewer calories and it won't matter how much you exercise.
2. Your thyroid
Low thyroid function is linked to weight loss resistance in two important ways. As thyroid function decreases you may start to gain weight but also once you start gaining weight your thyroid will become sluggish in the process. In addition, your thyroid helps to control your metabolism. So low thyroid function may cause a sluggish metabolism. You can test for thyroid dysfunction by looking at your free thyroid hormones.
3. Your age
Your age is important because as you age you may start to experience a decline in specific hormones. Men will undergo andropause (which is a reduction in testosterone). Women will undergo menopause (which is a reduction in both estrogen and progesterone). In addition, both genders tend to lose muscle mass which will drive down metabolism and lead to weight gain. Weight loss is always more difficult as you age but it can be made easier with HRT
4. Insulin resistance
Insulin is a hormone secreted by your pancreas in response to the consumption of carbohydrates and sugars. High insulin blocks a hormone known as hormone-sensitive lipase which makes tapping into your fat storage more difficult.
5. Stress
Stress will negatively impact cortisol, your sleep, your appetite and your recovery time Consider stress the bane of your existence when trying to lose weight. You must manage stress if you want to lose weight. High stress = cravings for more carbohydrates. High stress = reduced sleep. High stress = reduced exercise capacity and so on. You can combat stress by utilizing meditation and certain adrenal supplements.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Do you have any topics or video ideas? Please say so in the comments below!
What's the difference between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism?
These conditions represent polar opposites and it's important to realize this.
Hyperthyroidism is a condition which results in too much thyroid hormone while hypothyroidism is a condition which results in too little thyroid hormone.
Each medical condition presents differently in both symptoms and lab tests. Learn the difference below:
Lab tests in hypothyroid patients: - TSH - The TSH is usually high in hypothyroidism. - Free T3 - Free T3 is usually low. - Free T4 - Free T4 is usually low. - Thyroid antibodies - Not always positive but Anti TPO antibodies and Thyroglobulin antibodies may be positive.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism:
- Weight gain
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Cold intolerance
- Low body temperature
- Chronic pain or joint pain
- Depression
Conditions that cause hypothyroidism: - Hashimoto's thyroiditis - Thyroidectomy - Radioactive iodine ablation - Pituitary damage or tumors - Congenital problems - Pregnancy
Lab tests in hyperthyroid patients: - TSH - The TSH is usually very low in hyperthyroidism. - Free T3 - Free T3 is usually elevated. - Free T4 - Free T4 is either normal or low. - Thyroid antibodies - Thyroid antibodies such as thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin may be elevated.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism: - Heat intolerance - Weight loss - Rapid heart rate - Insomnia - Anxiety - Heart palpitations - Diarrhea
Conditions that cause hyperthyroidism: - Graves' disease - Toxic multinodular goiter - Thyroiditis - Certain tumors
Other questions answered in this video include:
Can hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism exist at the same time?
The answer is no, but it is possible to have medical conditions that cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism and which alter between the two conditions.
In addition, it is possible to have too much thyroid hormone in certain tissues while others may not have enough. This can result in symptoms such as heart palpitations while you still have cold intolerance and weight gain.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Do you have any topics or video ideas? Please say so in the comments below!
This video is all thyroid cancer treatments including what treatments are available if you have thyroid cancer, the consequences of these therapies on your life, and we'll also discuss some important factors which help determine your prognosis.
It's important to realize, though, that the majority of thyroid cancer cases are caused by the least aggressive form of thyroid cancer. This, combined with the fact that the most common therapy to treat thyroid cancer is the removal of the thyroid gland has helped increase the 5-year survival rate of thyroid cancer to around 97 to 98%.
When it comes to thyroid cancer you may not have a choice as to which therapy is ideal for you, but it still helps to understand each treatment and how it impacts your body.
Treatment options available for thyroid cancer include:
1. Surgery:
- By surgery, I am referring to a procedure known as a complete thyroidectomy. This surgery results in the entire removal of your thyroid gland (well close to the entire amount) and it is the most common treatment for thyroid cancer. Removing your thyroid, though, can sometimes cause side effects afterward such as weight gain or fatigue if you are not dosed appropriately.
2. Radioactive iodine ablation:
- Radioactive iodine is sometimes combined with a thyroidectomy to help kill off any tissue which is left over after your surgery. Radioactive iodine is a procedure which specifically targets and destroys thyroid gland tissue. It's helpful to use in conjunction with surgery because sometimes thyroid gland tissue can exist outside of the normal anatomy. Using RAI can help kill off extra tissue especially if cancer has spread.
3. Chemotherapy and radiation:
- Chemotherapy isn't used very often for thyroid cancer because most cancers can be treated with surgery and with RAI. But, some cases of aggressive thyroid cancer may require the use of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
4. TSH Suppression:
- Lastly, another technique used to treat thyroid cancer is the use of TSH suppressive therapy. The goal here is to take high enough doses of thyroid hormone to suppress the natural production of TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone. This hormone is stimulating to thyroid gland tissue and can theoretically stimulate thyroid cancer cells as well. You can suppress the normal production of TSH by taking high doses of thyroid medication and this is sometimes used for patients after surgery.
Each person is different so the exact treatments that you need for your cancer will depend on the type of cancer you have, how aggressive it is, the stage at which it was diagnosed, your age and other important factors.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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This video is all about the benefits of using a botanical known as guggul. Guggul also referred to as guggul extract or guggulsterone, are all variations of the same main ingredient which is guggul.
Guggul is acquired from tree sap found in India and commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine.
The reason I want to focus on guggul today is that it can potentially benefit several important systems in the body including your thyroid function.
Guggul has been shown to impact the following systems in the body: - Liver - Thyroid - Heart - Cholesterol - Intestinal Tract - And many more
Guggul has been studied in both humans and in animals but the results look very promising.
Usually, when a supplement or nutrient works on several different systems it's because it impacts cellular factors which then have an impact on many different systems in the body. This is probably how guggul works.
Today we are going to focus on 5 main benefits:
1. Ability to impact thyroid function.
- Guggul seems to have the ability to improve free thyroid hormone levels by acting as a thyroid stimulant. It probably also helps improve free T3 levels by inhibiting other factors which block T4 to T3 conversion.
2. Potential to help with weight loss.
- Guggul has been shown to help certain people lose up to 2-4 pounds. While it isn't necessarily a significant amount, it can certainly be helpful, especially in those people who also have other conditions such as thyroid disease. I don't recommend you use guggul primarily for weight loss, but it can potentially be added as an augmentative therapy.
3. Potential to reduce inflammation.
- Guggul can help reduce inflammation by inhibiting NF-Kb which is implicated in the pathogenesis of certain autoimmune diseases.
4. Potential to improve cholesterol.
- Guggul helps your body limit cholesterol by reducing inflammation and also by increasing the excretion or metabolism of cholesterol. It's probably not ideal to use by itself for cholesterol but it can be used with other therapies as well.
5. Potential to fight acne.
- Guggul has also been shown to help with cystic or nodular acne which can be very difficult to treat. This is probably through its ability to reduce inflammation.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
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This video will discuss the side effects of stopping thyroid medication abruptly.
Is it safe to stop taking your thyroid medication? The answer is no for several reasons which I will explain here.
But first, we need to talk about why you are taking thyroid medication, to begin with.
Thyroid medication is prescribed to those people who are deficient in thyroid hormone (meaning their body isn't producing enough).
So if you were to stop taking your thyroid medication then your body would revert back to whatever it was capable of producing before you started taking thyroid medication.
This process usually results in certain symptoms including:
- Hair loss
- Weight gain
- Depression
- Increased pain
- Increased fatigue
- And other symptoms of hypothyroidism
But why do you experience these symptoms?
These 4 reasons will help you understand why you will most likely feel worse if you do:
1. Your body may be reliant upon thyroid medication.
If you've had your thyroid removed or if it's been destroyed by radioactive iodine then you may not be able to produce thyroid hormone on your own. In this case, you will be required to take thyroid hormone.
2. Your HPT axis may be blunted.
Taking thyroid medication blunts the normal HPT axis in your body and it can take weeks to months for this system to recover. During this period you will most likely feel very poorly.
3. Your body may not be able to produce thyroid hormone by itself.
Conditions such as Hashimoto's damage the thyroid gland and even though you may be able to produce some thyroid hormone you may not be able to produce enough to sustain yourself.
4. Thyroid supplements do not replace thyroid medication.
Lastly, you want to make sure that you use supplements to compliment your medication but not to replace it. Supplements can help improve natural conversion and production of thyroid hormone but they aren't as powerful as thyroid medications.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Why do menopause and weight gain go hand in hand?
On average women entering menopause gain around 15-20 pounds without changing their diet or exercise routine.
Why do women gain weight without making any of these changes?
The answer has to do with how menopause impacts the body but especially how it impacts your hormone system and how they impact your metabolism and body weight.
There are several factors that come together to trigger weight gain in menopause women:
1. Genetic factors.
You don't have control over your genetics but you can control your environment which impacts your genetics.
2. Hormone changes.
This is perhaps the most important section because your hormones influence your metabolism and other hormone systems such as your thyroid.
Menopause is associated with a rapid and abrupt decline in estrogen and progesterone. Testosterone follows closely behind these two hormones as well. It is the change in these hormones which triggers the symptoms associated with menopause and many of the other problems.
3. External variables.
Lastly, other variables such as the amount that you exercise, the food that you eat, your medical conditions and the medications you are taking all play a role.
If you are not eating healthy prior to menopause then you will probably gain more weight than most women. On the flip side, if you go into menopause eating a healthy diet then you have a better chance of reducing the amount that you gain during the menopause transition.
So how can you treat the weight gain?
The best way is to focus on the variables which cause the weight gain, to begin with. That means focusing on normalizing your hormones with the use of bio-identical hormones and by addressing your diet, exercise routine and so on.
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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Today we are talking about what to do if you have a low TSH, what it means for your body, what causes it and what to do.
There are 3 main causes of a low TSH that you should know about:
- Thyroid medication (You are taking too much) → Common
- Hyperthyroidism (Your body is producing too much) → Common
- Pituitary/Hypothalamic dysfunction (Your body can’t make it) → Not very common
We are going to focus on the first one today, meaning what happens if you have a low TSH due to taking thyroid medication, but you should realize that there are other causes of a low TSH.
So, how does the TSH work in your body?
TSH is produced by the pituitary gland and its job is to tell your thyroid to produce thyroid hormone.
It's called thyroid stimulating hormone for a reason because it stimulates your thyroid gland to produce T4 and T3.
A low TSH means that your body is sending the signal to produce less thyroid hormone from your thyroid gland.
This can be because you are taking thyroid medication or because your body is producing too much thyroid hormone on its own.
Lastly, it could be because your body isn't capable of producing TSH because of damage to the pituitary gland.
The most common concern I see among thyroid patients has to do with having a low or normal TSH but still remaining symptomatic so, to help understand this dilemma, I've created 3 questions that we need to answer:
1. Question: How can you have a low TSH while taking thyroid medication but still feel poorly?
This has to do with the fact that it's possible to have a low TSH but still have low free T3 and T4 hormones in the body. Studies have shown that simply taking T4 medication is not enough to normalize free thyroid hormone levels even though it may normalize the serum TSH.
2. Question: Can you have a low TSH and not be hyperthyroid?
Yes! Hyperthyroidism caused by your own body producing too much thyroid hormone is not the same thing as taking too much thyroid medication (although it can be). There are instances where you can take enough thyroid hormone to suppress or lower the TSH but still have low free thyroid hormone levels.
3. Question: What should you do if you have a low TSH, take thyroid medication and feel poorly?
The best thing to do is to look beyond the TSH and look into other lab tests including free T3, Free T4 and Total T3.
The combination of these lab tests will help you understand more of what is happening in your body.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/low-tsh/
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Today is all about caloric restriction and why this type of dieting doesn't lead to long-lasting weight loss.
Calorie restriction causes certain changes in the body which lead to an energy deficit and a reduction in body mass.
People generally only think of calorie restriction in this way and they believe that by reducing their calories they will be able to lose weight and keep it off.
The problem and the reason it doesn't work is that you need to be looking beyond these two changes and you need to see how these changes affect other systems in the body.
The reduction in body weight and energy deficit from calorie restriction result in a change known as metabolic adaptation.
This adaptation is the response your body uses to increase appetite and slow down your metabolism.
As your metabolism slows, you gain back the weight you lost and you increase the amount of food that you consume.
But the problem is that this damage to your metabolism persists for years, even after you stop your diet.
This response is why it is felt that around 99% of all calorie restricted diets fail and it is the main reason you always regain your weight back after your diet.
Dieting has an impact on your resting energy expenditure and it tends to lower this value.
You can break down your metabolism in the following ways:
- 70% = resting energy expenditure (your metabolism or BMR)
- 15% = non-exercise activity thermogenesis
- 10% = thermic effect of food
- 5% = exercise activity thermogenesis (the number of calories that you burn from exercise)
When you damage your metabolism you damage your resting energy expenditure which accounts for 70% of your total calorie burn!
No matter how much you exercise, you will never be able to make up for this damage.
All of these reasons together explain why calorie-restricted diets are doomed to fail.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Today is all about Synthroid. If you take this medication then you'll want to learn more about these 10 tips and tricks that you can use to help feel better.
Synthroid is one of the most common thyroid medications used to treat hypothyroidism but it's not without problems.
These tips are designed to help you find your optimal dose, help you understand if you are absorbing Synthroid, help you figure out if you need a new medication and more.
10 Tips to know when taking Synthroid:
1. Peripheral T4 to T3 conversion
First off, you need to understand that Synthroid contains the inactive thyroid hormone T4. This means that in order for thyroid hormone to be utilized in your body it must first be activated through peripheral thyroid conversion. Several factors including genetics, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies and so on can impact this process. There are situations in which you may be taking enough Synthroid but your body is not able to activate it.
2. Absorption of Synthroid
In order for your body to use Synthroid, it must also be absorbed in your intestinal tract! Several medications, supplements, and even foods can impact how much you absorb. Do your best to take Synthroid away from supplements such as Calcium and Iron which can limit absorption.
3. Are supplements helping or hurting you?
Some supplements can decrease absorption but there are others that can help. The use of Selenium and Zinc can help your body activate Synthroid after it is absorbed.
4. The time of day that you take Synthroid
Synthroid can be safely taken in the morning but it can also be taken at night. Studies have shown that patients who take it in the evening actually have higher free T4 and free T3!
5. Levothyroxine vs Synthroid: Are they the same?
Levothyroxine and Synthroid both contain the same active ingredient but they are not considered bio-equivalents. Some patients do better on Synthroid over Levothyroxine so switching which one you take can impact how you feel.
6. Tirosint
Tirosint is another T4 only medication but it is unique because it has the fewest inactive ingredients. Tirosint is more expensive than Synthroid but it can be used in cases where you may be reacting to fillers or dyes in Synthroid.
7. Dosage
In order for Synthroid to work properly you must be getting an adequate dose. You can ensure that you get a high enough dose by following all of the thyroid lab tests (more info below).
8. Switching to NDT or T3 medication
Your thyroid naturally produces both T4 and T3 but Synthroid only has T4. In some cases, you may need to switch medications or add T3 in order to feel better.
9. The full thyroid lab panel
While monitoring your dose you need to be looking at more than just the TSH. If you take Synthroid you should be looking at the following tests: - TSH - Free T3 - Total T3 - Free T4 - Reverse T3
These tests will give you an idea as to how your body is utilizing Synthroid.
10. Synthroid side effects
Lastly, make sure that you watch our for the side effects of Synthroid which include: - Weight gain - Hair loss - Heart palpitations - Rashes - Headaches - Insomnia - Hot flashes - Changes in menstrual cycle
Any of these side effects may indicate you need to switch medications! You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/synthroid/
This video is all about selenium deficiency, how it presents, what to do about it and how to know if you are overdosing on selenium supplements.
First off:
Why is selenium important?
Selenium plays an important role in regulating several key enzymes in your body.
These enzymes control the production of thyroid hormones, glutathione, and even your metabolism.
If you don't have enough selenium in your body then these enzymes may not function properly which may cause certain and specific symptoms.
The warning signs of selenium deficiency include:
- Hair loss
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Selenium (along with other nutrients) helps your hair grow. A lack of selenium may trigger hair loss or alopecia. Just realize that other nutrients, including iron, are also important for hair growth so not all causes of hair loss are necessarily caused by selenium deficiency.
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Thyroid dysfunction
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Selenium forms the backbone of a group of enzymes known as the deiodinases. These enzymes help to metabolize and either activate or inactive thyroid hormone in your body. A lack of selenium may impact these enzymes and lead to problems such as hypothyroidism.
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Weakened immune system
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Selenium plays an important role in immune system regulation and helps to prevent you from getting sick and developing autoimmune disease. A lack of selenium may predispose you to develop an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis (or others) and can even be used to help treat these diseases.
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Fatigue
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It's not clear exactly how selenium deficiency causes fatigue but it may have to do with how it influences both your thyroid and your mitochondria. We do know, however, that some groups of patients benefit from increased energy when using selenium.
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Low serum thyroid lab tests
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This is an extension of #2. Selenium deficiency can impact the absolute levels of thyroid hormone (especially T3) in your body and this can be measured through routine thyroid lab tests.
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Iron dysregulation
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Selenium impacts how your body regulates and metabolizes iron and a deficiency has been associated with both low and high iron levels.
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Other mineral deficiencies
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Selenium deficiency can exacerbate other minerals and may lead to other symptoms. It's probably more likely that whatever condition caused low selenium in your body also is leading to other deficiencies in minerals such as magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and copper. Just be sure to look for these minerals if you have low selenium as well!
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Muscle pain
- With low selenium, you may also develop muscle pain or fatigue. This is because selenium helps produce energy and low energy (or ATP) may predispose you to develop muscle pain.
If you have any of these symptoms then you can use selenium supplements to help treat your deficiency.
Using around 50 to 150mcg per day of Selenium is a safe dose. The maximum dose you should use would be up to 400mcg per day.
Most people are fine on lower doses as long as they actively try to consume other foods high in selenium as well.
Signs of selenium overdose or toxicity may include:
- Worsening hair loss
- Brittle fingernails or fingernail damage
- Nausea or vomiting
- Memory difficulties
If you experience any of these symptoms then that may be a sign you are taking too much. You can cut back on your dose to help reduce the symptoms or even skip a few days.
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/selenium-deficiency/
This video is all about thyroid cancer symptoms and early warning signs you may have cancer.
This is a topic worth discussing because many people who believe they have thyroid cancer probably don't.
The good news is that even though thyroid cancer is fairly common, it has a great survival rate with a 5-year survival rate of around 98%.
So, even if you do have thyroid cancer, it's one of the better types of cancers to have.
An interesting fact about thyroid cancer is that it typically does NOT cause any symptoms. In fact, most people who are diagnosed with thyroid cancer present to their doctor with a normal exam and without any symptoms.
In some cases, however, if your cancer is sufficiently large then it may cause problems to nearby structures in your neck.
Your neck is a tight place which means that if anything grows in that area it may push on or bump into other structures which may result in symptoms.
With that in mind, if your cancer is large enough it may present with the following symptoms:
- Compression of the esophagus or trachea
- Difficulty swallowing -
- Swelling or enlargement of the neck (bulge in the neck)
- Changes to speech including hoarseness
- Enlargement of lymph nodes in the neck
- Symptoms of thyroid goiter
- Pain in the neck, especially around the thyroid gland
- Constant non-productive cough
It's important to note that in the majority of cases thyroid cancer will not cause problems with the production of thyroid hormone (but you should still have it tested to be sure).
Some other conditions may mimic thyroid cancer and you want to watch out for these as well.
They include:
- Thyroid Nodules
- Thyroid Cysts
- Goiter
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
These can be differentiated from thyroid cancer with an ultrasound test and certain blood markers.
If you suspect that you have thyroid cancer then your next steps should be:
- Complete history and physical exam
- Thyroid function lab tests (if you have symptoms such as fatigue, etc.)
- Thyroid ultrasound
- Biopsy (if necessary)
- Iodine testing
- Other blood tests such as inflammatory markers
These steps will help differentiate between thyroid cancer and the other conditions listed above.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is episode #24 and it's all about bad genes and how they impact your thyroid function.
There are certain genetic changes, known as single nucleotide polymorphisms or SNP's for short, which can slightly impact certain enzymes in your body.
These genes are very important when it comes to your thyroid because they can impact a set of enzymes known as the deiodinases.
These deiodinases are responsible for activating or inactivating thyroid hormone at the cellular level. And they can be impacted by factors such as your genes, medical conditions, medications, and so on.
There are 3 major deiodinase enzymes:
- D1 - You can consider this an activating enzyme and it is responsible for 30% of T3 in the body.
- D2 - You can consider this an activating enzyme and it is responsible for 70% of T3 in the body.
- D3 - You can consider this an inactivating enzyme which takes T4 and turns it into reverse T3 or rT3.
Certain SNP's impact the function of these enzymes which create conditions in which you may not be able to convert T4 to T3 very well.
DIO2 SNP's and DIO2 SNP's can both impact how your body tolerates certain medications.
You can test for the presence of these enzymes which can help guide your treatment and help you understand which thyroid medication you should be on.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is lesson #23 and we are talking about how to boost your thyroid function and what you can do today.
Why would you want to boost your thyroid function, to begin with?
For starters, your thyroid helps regulate your metabolism, controls your mood and helps regulate other hormones in your body.
Those with thyroid issues often suffer from depression, anxiety, weight gain, and so on.
The struggle, when it comes to your thyroid, is that it can be difficult to get proper treatment, especially when using thyroid medication.
But don't worry! You can use some tips to help improve your thyroid.
1. Take your thyroid medication at night
- Taking your thyroid medication at night may improve how well your body can absorb your medication and has been shown to increase free T3 levels in some people. This simple change may improve your thyroid!
2. Take thyroid enhancing supplements
- Supplements like Zinc and Selenium are required for thyroid function and conversion and many people are deficient. By taking these supplements you can provide your body with the precursors it needs to produce thyroid on its own.
3. Check your ferritin
- Ferritin is a marker for how much iron your body has. Low ferritin usually indicates low iron and iron is also required for your thyroid to function. Low iron may exacerbate hypothyroid symptoms. You can have low iron with normal red blood cells so make sure you check your ferritin!
4. Manage your stress
- Stress can negatively impact your TRH which can suppress your body's ability to produce TSH. This may result in hypothyroid symptoms. You can treat stress with daily practices such as yoga and medication or with supplements such as adaptogens.
5. Diet and exercise
- Eating a healthy diet (and exercising regularly) can help reduce inflammation which may improve thyroid conversion. Look for a change in your lifestyle, not necssarily a "diet". This will give you the best results.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Today is episode #22 and it's all about adding T3 to your T4 medication.
Most patients take a thyroid medication which contains T4 only thyroid hormone such as Levothyroxine or Synthroid.
The problem with these medications is that they contain the inactive thyroid hormone T4 and they are not necessarily active unless your body can activate them.
You can add T3 to your current medication to fight this problem because it is the active thyroid hormone.
Studies have shown that adding T3 medication to existing T4 doses result in increased weight loss, better patient satisfaction and a better quality of life.
How do you know if you need it?
Most people who have low T3 tend to experience these signs: - Low body temperature - Persistent hypothyroid symptoms - Difficulty losing weight - Other hormone problems - Normal TSH but low free thyroid hormones
All of these may be signs that you can benefit from using T3 medication.
T3 can be safely added to your T4 dose. When adding T3 to T4 you want to try and keep your TSH in the low (but not suppressed) range while keeping your free T3 in the high-normal range.
Not everyone will need T3, though!
Some people react negatively to it and may benefit from using NDT instead of T3 medications.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is episode #21 and it's all about Hcg the hormone and Hcg for weight loss.
We will be discussing whether or not it's safe to use Hcg for weight loss and how I generally recommend people use it for best results.
First off, what is hcg?
Hcg, also known as human chorionic gonadotropin, is a hormone which is predominately secreted during pregnancy to help protect the fetus and help promote pregnancy.
Hcg has been used, in conjunction with a calorie restricted diet, to help with weight loss.
The problem is that, using it this way, many people experience negative side effects such as thyroid problems, hair loss and so on.
So, is hcg actually dangerous?
The answer is probably not.
If it were dangerous then your body wouldn't naturally produce it during pregnancy in high amounts.
Hcg as a hormone can actually help your body in several ways (when not combined with a calorie restricted diet) including:
- Help regulate your appetite
- Help regulate sex hormones
- Help increase testosterone
- Help support thyroid function
The best way to use HCG is to combine it with a normal and healthy diet such as the ketogenic diet or paleo diet and with intermittent fasting (if you prefer).
By doing this, you can obtain all of the benefits of HCG without the downsides of a calorie-restricted diet.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is episode #20 and it's all about supplementing with Selenium and how it may boost your thyroid.
Selenium is a nutrient which is involved in several key proteins in your body. As it relates to your thyroid, selenium helps your body produce thyroid hormone and protect it from cell damage.
Many people with hypothyroidism may have sub-optimal selenium levels which may impact how they feel and contribute to hypothyroid symptoms.
Deficiency is common due to nutrient depletion and also from behaviors which can increase metabolism which cause your body to burn through your stores more quickly.
Symptoms of deficiency include: - Thyroid dysfunction - Hair loss - Weakened immune system - Muscle pain - Fatigue - Slow metabolism - Other nutrient deficiencies
As humans we need at least 50-70mcg of selenium each day but if you have thyroid disease you may benefit from using 50mcg to 200mcg per day in supplement form.
Look for supplements which contain selenomethionine and do not exceed doses of 400mcg per day.
I recommend a supplement such as this which also contains other thyroid nutrients such as zinc, iron and Vitamin E: https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is episode #19 and it's all about TRH and TSH and how these two hormones impact thyroid function.
You're probably already familiar with TSH which stands for thyroid stimulating hormone.
TRH stands for thyrotropic releasing hormone and it is secreted by the hypothalamus.
The job of TRH is to stimulate the pituitary gland to produce TSH which then acts on your thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormone.
Problems with TRH may result in decreased TSH production which may cause falsely low levels of TSH and thyroid hormone in the body.
The problem here is that with dysregulated TRH you still have the symptoms of hypothyroidism even though your TSH and free thyroid hormone levels look "normal".
This means many people with TRH related issues may be misdiagnosed as "normal" even though they really do have thyroid problems.
So what causes TRH dysfunction? I've listed 5 of the major causes below and you will find that they are quite common:
1. High stress or high cortisol.
- Highly stressful situations can damage your hypothalamus and reduce the amount of TRH that your body is able to produce.
2. Dieting, Calorie restriction, and starvation.
- If you restrict your calories you may damage your metabolism, thyroid, and hypothalamus in the process. Dieting for as few as 21 consecutive days may cause this problem.
3. Leptin resistance.
- Leptin resistance is a hormone imbalance which "tricks" your brain into thinking you are in a state of starvation when you have extra fat on your body. It does this by interfering with your hypothalamus.
4. Inflammation.
- Inflammation from any cause may negatively impact thyroid function from both the conversion standpoint and hypothalamic standpoint.
5. Prescription medications.
- Prescription medications such as cortisol can suppress TRH and TSH in your brain and impact thyroid function.
You can check for TRH levels with a simple serum test and this may help you figure out what is actually happening in your body.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is lesson #18 and it's all about L-tyrosine supplementation!
Does L-tyrosine help improve your thyroid function? Can taking it improve your adrenal function? Should you actually take it? We are going to explore all of these questions.
L-tyrosine is a synthetic version of a protein known as tyrosine which can be taken as a supplement.
Tyrosine is a protein in your body, created from phenylalanine, which your body uses to create several important hormones including melanin, epinephrine, and thyroxine (T4).
Low levels of tyrosine can be seen in people who exhaust tyrosine stores in the body from stress and also from poor diet or a protein depleted diet.
Low levels may then result in diminished thyroid and adrenal hormone and thus certain symptoms.
But does taking tyrosine actually improve your symptoms?
The answer is maybe.
Tyrosine supplementation can be used to improve thyroid hormone (provided you have normal iodine levels) and works in many people with hypothyroidism.
L-tyrosine levels have been shown to be reduced in people with hypothyroidism and taking thyroid hormone has also been shown to increase metabolism of this protein.
Those with hypothyroidism may have two reasons for having low levels in their body.
In adrenal health, chronic and prolonged stress may result in diminished tyrosine stores as your body struggles to produce more and more stress hormones.
Many studies have shown that supplementing with L-tyrosine may help provide your body with adrenal hormone precursors which can help increase your stress response and even help with symptoms such as depression.
Using as little as 50 to 500mg per day can help reduce the symptoms of Tyrosine deficiency and may be helpful in people who have adrenal fatigue and hypothyroidism.
For the most benefit, L-tyrosine should be used with other nutrients to help with your thyroid and with your adrenals.
Combining it with supplements such as zinc, selenium, guggul and adrenal adaptogens may improve your response.
I use 175mg of Tyrosine in my thyroid adrenal reset complex which I find to be sufficient for most people. You can learn more about that supplement here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is lesson #17 and it's all about the best way to take thyroid medication.
Should you take your thyroid medication in the morning? Should you take it in the evening? Should you split your dose? Should you take it on an empty stomach? All of these questions and more will be answered.
First off... why does it matter when or how you take your thyroid medication?
The first thing you should know is that in order for thyroid hormone to be activated it MUST be absorbed by your body. If it isn't absorbed then you won't feel better.
When you take it or how you take it may alter how much is absorbed which may impact how you feel.
What time of day that you take your medication matters: Newer studies have shown that taking your thyroid medication in the evening may actually help increase free thyroid hormone levels.
This is felt to be because the GI tract is more active during the morning which means that you may not absorb as much of it at that time.
In addition, many people drink coffee and caffeine in the morning which activates your GI tract.
Should you take it with or without meals?
Taking thyroid hormone with meals may result in decreased absorption of your medication as your body competes with food and energy for absorption.
To avoid this you should take your thyroid medication on an empty stomach.
You can pretty much avoid this issue entirely by taking your thyroid medication in the evening because most people don't eat right before bed!
What about supplements?
There are a range of supplements which also interfere with how well your body can absorb your medication.
These supplements include: - Iron - Calcium - Sucralfate - Acid blockers - Caffeine - Iodine - Fiber
If you take your thyroid medication with these supplements then the amount that you absorb may be reduced!
And, lastly, should you split your dose throughout the day?
You don't necessarily have to do this but you may find an improvement in your symptoms by doing so.
Splitting your dose may look like this:
Instead of taking 100mcg of T4 in the morning you may want to take 50mcg in the morning and 50 in the evening.
Some people feel better by doing this.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/medications-thyroid-problems/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Today is episode #16 and it's all about salivary cortisol testing!
Should you get this test? Should you save your money? Is it actually useful? Let's talk about these questions.
The main reason that most people get salivary cortisol testing is that they believe they have a condition known as adrenal fatigue but all other tests have come up as negative (usually serum cortisol).
Does that mean that getting the salivary cortisol test is worth the money?
I don't think so and here are 5 reasons why:
1. The results of your test don't necessarily change your treatment.
Whether you have high or low cortisol the treatment is almost always the same. Focus on sleeping more, reducing your stress, eating a healthy diet and taking adrenal supplements.
2. Treatment is often cheaper than testing.
The salivary cortisol test can run anywhere from $150 to $300 and insurance typically doesn't cover it. You can usually get supplements for a fraction of that price and eating a healthy diet, getting more sleep and exercising more shouldn't break the bank.
3. You can still get valuable information with a serum cortisol test.
This test shouldn't be overlooked and it can still give you value. When you look at it through the lens of what is "optimal" vs what is "normal" you can actually determine if your cortisol is dysregulated.
4. Serum cortisol is covered by insurance.
Whenever possible it's a good idea to use your insurance to cover your costs! Salivary cortisol is NOT covered by insurance but serum cortisol usually is.
5. Both glandulars and adaptogens can treat high or low cortisol.
Whether your cortisol is high, or low, adrenal adaptogens can help to normalize it.
These supplements have been shown in studies to help lower your cortisol if it is high or to help increase it if it is low.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/salivary-cortisol-testing/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is all about your thyroid and hair loss.
Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism often result in hair loss in many patients which can be a big struggle.
Finding the cause of hair loss in your situation is incredibly important and can help you regrow your hair.
I've created 4 main categories that lead to hair loss in thyroid patients that need to be evaluated in each case of hair loss:
1. Your thyroid medication dose.
If your medication is too high or too high it may result in hair loss. Most people suffer from an insufficient dose or lower than normal free T3 levels which lead to hair loss. But some patients may have a suppressed TSH and high free T3 which can also contribute to hair loss. It's important to make sure your dose is in that Goldilocks range.
2. Your iron (or other nutrients) levels.
Perhaps one of the most important factors for hair growth is your ferritin or iron level. Thyroid patients are at increased risk for iron deficiency (low ferritin) which will make growing your hair back impossible. Make sure to check your ferritin and ensure it is in the optimal range (40-60).
3. Your thyroid medication itself.
One of the most frustrating things for patients to learn is that their thyroid medication itself can lead to hair loss. This is usually the result of inactive dyes or fillers inside of the medication. You can fight this problem by simply switching to a different medication inside the same class (switch it with a "cleaner" version).
4. Testosterone and androgen levels.
High testosterone (or high androgen) can lead to hair loss as well in hypothyroid patients. Low thyroid hormone can dysregulate testosterone metabolism and lead to high levels of DHT. You can fight this by taking certain supplements to help force testosterone conversion away from DHT.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is all about exercising when you have thyroid problems.
First, you need to understand how exercise impacts calorie burn in your body. There are 2 main ways that your body burns calories...
The first is through your metabolism (of which about 60% is controlled by your thyroid) which accounts for around 70% of total calories burned and the other 30% is controlled through other activities such as exercise.
Factors that influence your metabolism include your resting heart rate, thinking, breathing, sleeping and so on.
Factors that you can control include the amount that you exercise and how active you are throughout the day.
In many cases, patients accidentally damage their metabolism by overexercising which can cause issues to their thyroid.
This means you have to be careful when you exercise because it causes stress to your body.
This stress, if excessive, can also cause damage to other hormones such as cortisol.
The proper amount of exercise can help increase your metabolism by increasing muscle mass and the number of calories that you burn each day.
But how much is enough?
The amount that you will need to exercise will vary and will be different from other people but you will want to combine both low-intensity exercises which high-intensity interval training.
Starting off slow, and listening to your body, is critical if you want to feel better and improve thyroid function.
Exercising helps you lose weight by altering your hormones (and this is more important than its ability to increase the amount of calories that you burn).
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/diet-low-carbohydrate-high-fat/#tab-con-10
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is lesson #13 and today is all about Optimal vs Normal ranges for thyroid lab tests.
You can find the link to the complete article here as referenced in the video: https://www.restartmed.com/normal-thyroid-levels/
What is the difference between optimal and normal ranges when it comes to your thyroid?
Normal refers to the standard reference range that the laboratory company creates based on the population. These ranges are generated from thousands of people of various ages and health status.
If you look at the average person in our country you will notice that they are most likely NOT healthy and therefore not someone that you want to be compared against.
Optimal, on the other hand, refers to the range that a normal healthy adult would be in assuming they have no medical or metabolic conditions.
You want to compare yourself to this standard and NOT the normal standard.
Looking at your labs in this way will provide you with 2 separate ranges, one that is broader (the reference range) and one that is more narrow (the optimal range).
This video outlines the optimal ranges for all thyroid lab tests including: TSH, free t3, free t4, reverse t3 and thyroid antibodies.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
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Today is lesson #12 and it's all about what causes thyroid disease.
Why does it matter what causes thyroid disease?
If you can find the cause you can better target your treatment. Most doctors are only concerned with lab tests and not the causes of those problems, which means you may be unnecessarily treated for something that could be reversible.
Thyroid Dysfunction vs Hypothyroidism: What's the difference?
Thyroid dysfunction = thyroid hormone is not working properly at the cellular level but your body can still produce it.
These are the top causes of thyroid dysfunction (remember they may be reversible):
1. Obesity - Just being overweight is enough to put strain on your thyroid (even as little as 10 pounds)
2. Calorie restriction or diets - as little as 1,200 calories per day x21 days
3. Nutrient deficiencies - Such as zinc, selenium and iodine - these are all required for your body to convert T4 into T3
4. Insulin resistance/Leptin resistance -
$5. Chronic illness & Infections - High blood pressure, chronic back pain, fibromyalgia, high cholesterol, heart disease and so on
6. Prescription medications - Beta blockers, diabetic mes, anti seizure meds, narcotics, antidepressants, heart medications and more (these are common medications!)
7. Inflammatory states - gut dysfunction, yeast or fungal overgrowth syndromes
Thyroid dysfunction should be differentiated from hypothyroidism:
Hypothyroidism = Your body is not producing ENOUGH thyroid hormone.
The top causes of hypothyroidism include:
1. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis = probably main cause (triggers include stress, infections, gut dysfunction, etc. - see other video)
2. Treatment for hyperthyroidism - Thyroidectomy and RAI
3. Pituitary issues/hypothalamic issues - extreme stress, prolactinoma, trauma
4. Iodine deficiency
6. Pregnancy & Lactation = increased demand on thyroid hormone
7. Congenital = being born with issues
How should you focus your treatment?
Remember that thyroid dysfunction is usually reversible while hypothyroidism may or may not be.
Both conditions may present with similar lab results (high TSH, low free t3, low free t4, high reverse T3) which can make diagnosis difficult. And both may benefit from thyroid medication (though those with thyroid dysfunction tend to only need it temporarily).
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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This is episode #11 in my thyroid video series and today is all about thyroid lab patterns!
Lab patterns can give you important insight as to how your thyroid gland is functioning and they can be very confusing, especially for patients.
In this video I go over 6 lab patterns which tend to be the most "confusing" because they may seem "normal" even though you may experience hypothyroid symptoms.
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High TSH, normal T4, normal T3 = This is the pattern we've been discussing in this post and will usually present with hypothyroid symptoms.
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High TSH, normal T4, low T3 = This pattern may be an indication that you are having issues with thyroid conversion and most often presents with hypothyroid symptoms.
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Normal TSH, low T4, low T3 = This pattern is usually what is seen in those with chronic illness and in those who are taking multiple medications. If you have this pattern you will most likely be symptomatic.
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Normal TSH, normal T4, low T3 = This pattern may be consistent with low T3 syndrome or euthyroid sick syndrome and may present with hypothyroid symptoms but not always.
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Normal TSH, normal T4, normal T3, positive thyroid antibodies = This is a classic presentation for early Hashimoto's and most patients with this pattern will be symptomatic. If you are symptomatic this is a valid reason to consider a trial of thyroid medication even though your lab tests are "normal".
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Normal TSH, normal T4, normal T3, high reverse T3 = This pattern is most often seen immediately after calorie restriction or after dieting and weight loss. This pattern usually indicates an adaptive response from your body and one that shows your metabolism will be slowing over the next few months (not ideal for weight loss).
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Today is lesson #10 in my thyroid beginner series and it's all about Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
This lesson is designed for those who are recently diagnosed and for those who want a basic overview of the disease!
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease which means that your body is attacking itself. This will eventually result in the entire destruction of your thyroid gland (if left untreated).
But what causes hashimoto's?
Hashimoto's is triggered by the following factors: + Stress, usually extreme (death of a family member, taking care of a dying family member, losing a job, divorce, etc.) + Infections, especially viral tend to trigger autoimmunity + Increased intestinal permeability + Genetic predisposition + High iodine intake + Environmental toxins + Food allergies, overgrowth syndromes and so on
Hashimoto's is different from hypothyroidism because it is a CAUSE of hypothyroidism (but not the only cause). Patients with Hashimoto's also have an increased risk for developing certain conditions such as iron deficiency and low stomach acid.
How is it treated? + Conventional approach = “Wait and see” + Integrative approach = - Dietary changes (find food allergies and eliminate them) - Supplements (find nutrient deficiencies and replace them) - Hormones (treat if sub-optimal based on more advanced thyroid testing like free t3/totalT3, etc.) - LDN if necessary - Addressing GI function (overgrowth syndromes and so on)
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/hashimotos-thyroiditis/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is lesson #9 in my thyroid beginner series and today it's all about NDT or natural desiccated thyroid!
So what is NDT? Stands for Natural Desiccated Thyroid. This thyroid medication is porcine-derived which means it comes from the thyroid gland of pigs.
It contains both the active T3 thyroid hormone and the inactive thyroid hormone T4.
The ratio of T4 to T3 is around 76% T4 to 23% T3 which is roughly similar to the same amount that your thyroid gland produces naturally of 80:20.
NDT is felt to be safer and more natural than other synthetic hormones such as Synthroid or Levothyroxine and other people believe it's the best thyroid medication.
But is that actually true? There may be some truth to it, but your main goal should be to always find the best thyroid medication for YOU.
Some of the problems with NDT include: - Many people take too much thyroid hormone which may cause issues - Dosing is static which means you can’t tweak the T4 and T3 concentrations. - May lead to variations in free T3 & Free T4 levels. - Symptoms arise from the use of T3 which can be difficult to manage in some patients. - May be hard to break down for some patients in the intestines due to fillers or dyes. - May lead to immunogenic reaction (may not be ideal for patients with Hashimoto’s)
So with that in mind, who should use NDT? I've come up with a quick list below: - Those who have failed T4 medication. - Those with low free T3 levels (usually need a T3 medication). - Those who are post-thyroidectomy.
This isn't an all-inclusive list but it should really help to get you started and determine if NDT is right for you!
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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This is video#8 in my thyroid beginner series and it's all about T4 thyroid medication.
T4 thyroid medications like Synthroid, Levothyroxine and Tirosint are among the most commonly prescribed thyroid medications but they don't always work.
But why don't they work?
Doctors make the assumption that your body will be able to convert T4 into T3 (to activate the hormone) at 100% efficiency. The problem is that we know, through genetic studies, that up to 15% of people struggle with this process.
Some people have SNP's which alter the function of deiodinase enzymes and therefore reduce this conversion process.
So why do Doctors still use them?
Because T4 medications have a long half-life and are considered to be very safe (fewer side effects) when compared to other medications. In addition, many doctors aren't comfortable or familiar with other thyroid medications.
Is all hope lost?
No, because you can still use some strategies to improve thyroid function in your body even if you are taking thyroid medication.
Use these 3 tips:
1. Switch to a different type or brand of T4 medication. Switch from Synthroid to levothyroxine or from levothyroxine to Synthroid and so forth.
2. Use thyroid medication in doses of 50mcg increments. The 50mcg tablet has fewer dyes and fillers when compared to other dosages of these medicines.
3. Consider taking your thyroid medication at night. Taking your thyroid medication at night may increase your free thyroid hormones and help you feel better!
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is lesson #7 in the thyroid beginner series and it's all about the thyroid lab test known as reverse T3.
Reverse T3 is a routine thyroid lab test that can be ordered by your doctor which is incredibly sensitive at identifying thyroid dysfunction.
Compared to almost all other thyroid lab tests, reverse T3 becomes abnormal the soonest in thyroid disease which makes it very sensitive at identifying early thyroid dysfunction.
Reverse T3 is created by the thyroid conversion process in which your body takes T4 and turns it into this inactive thyroid metabolite.
As your body creates reverse T3 it necessarily reduces the amount of T3 that it creates (a very bad thing!).
As reverse T3 increases, it will compete with T3 for cellular binding which will reduce thyroid function in your body.
When testing for reverse T3 make sure that your level is less than 15 as higher levels are often associated with thyroid dysfunction and other symptoms.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This lesson is all about what thyroid function and weight gain and what I call the thyroid weight gain paradox.
The paradox is easily explained in this way:
We know that hypothyroidism leads to weight gain but why doesn't taking thyroid medication lead to weight loss? At least in the majority of the cases.
You have to accept that we either don't treat thyroid patients correctly or that hypothyroidism doesn't lead to weight gain, you can't have it both ways.
This video outlines how and why thyroid patients tend to gain weight which is primarily about hormones and not calories.
Calories are important insofar as they impact hormone function but it is hormone function that drives the weight!
You'll also learn the most common hormone imbalances in thyroid patients that lead to weight gain (insulin, leptin and sex hormones) and how to avoid getting "thyroid tunnel vision".
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is video #5 in my thyroid beginner series and today is all about T4 to T3 conversion.
The process by which your body creates T3 is perhaps one of the most important functions to understand.
Why?
Because it is within your power (through your actions) to improve this process.
You will learn about what blunts or reduces T4 to T3 conversion and how to improve this conversion process.
We'll also discuss how you can bypass this conversion process with the use of certain medications.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is episode #4 in my thyroid beginner series and today is all about T3.
T3 is actually a name for 3 different things: a medication, a hormone produced by your thyroid gland and a test which you can order.
T3 is the most powerful thyroid hormone in your body and the hormone that does all of the heavy lifting when it comes to thyroid function.
Your body naturally produces 80% T4 and 20% T3 but it also converts T4 into the active thyroid hormone T3. Whenever you take thyroid medication your T3 should increase.
In addition, you can use medications (like liothyronine and cytomel) to help increase T3 if necessary.
Lastly, testing for T3 can help you determine if your T3 is "optimal".
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
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Thyroid Beginner series #3!
This video will walk you through the basics of T4.
T4 is 3 things in one. It's a medication, it's a hormone and it's a lab test.
Medications that contain T4 include levothyroxine, Synthroid, and Tirosint.
You can test for T4 by checking your free T4 levels in the blood.
The T4 hormone, under normal conditions, is secreted by your thyroid gland and 80% of all thyroid hormone you produce naturally is T4.
T4 is, therefore, the most abundant thyroid hormone that your body produces which makes it critical to understand!
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Why is there so much controversy surrounding thyroid treatment?
In this video, I discuss the conventional approach to thyroid management as well as the integrative approach and how they differ.
You will find if you have thyroid disease, that you may hear conflicting information about how your thyroid should or shouldn't be treated.
Don't let this information confuse you!
If you are symptomatic, struggle losing weight, can't find relief with T4 thyroid medication or anything similar then the integrative approach may be beneficial for you.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
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This is video #1 in my thyroid beginner series. This series includes videos which are only 5-10 minutes in length and designed to get you up to date on thyroid basics.
Video #1 in this series focuses on what your thyroid does and the basics of how it actually works.
Your thyroid is influenced by signals from the brain which tell your body to produce thyroid hormone which then acts on your cells.
Anything which interferes with this process will results in decreased thyroid hormone and symptoms that you will experience!
Thyroid beginner series includes:
- What Does your thyroid do & Why is it so important?
- Why is there so much controversy about thyroid treatment?
- T4 (Thyroxine) Basics
- T3 (Triiodothyronine) Basics
- T4 to T3 conversion and why it’s important
- The thyroid obesity myth
- Reverse T3 Basics
- Levothyroxine, Synthroid & Tirosint
- NDT (Nature Throid, WP Thyroid & Armour Thyroid)
- Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
- Causes of Thyroid Disease
- Hypothyroidism vs hyperthyroidism
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d...
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This question and answer will focus on a blog post about natur ethroid.
Naturethroid is an NDT medication which contains T4 + T3 thyroid hormones.
Many people believe NDT is one of the best medications, and this video addresses some of the issues that people have when starting this medication.
Questions include:
- How to deal with hair loss on naturethroid
- How to transition from T4 to NDT
- How to deal with side effects from NDT
- And more...
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/naturethroid/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Hey everyone!
This is Q & A #2 in my series. Thanks to all those who left comments and questions. I will send out another email for you to leave comments on another post and go over new questions next week.
Questions this week included:
- What to do after thyroidectomy
- What to do about normal TSH and low T4
- What happens when T4 is high
- How to add T3 to your medications
- & More
If you have any questions please leave them on the blog or on this video. I generally check blog questions more frequently.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/low-t4/
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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Why do so many women struggle with weight loss in the postpartum period?
Much of the reason has to do with hormone imbalances that may occur as a result of pregnancy.
Pregnancy is a time of great hormone flux which can exacerbate conditions such as thyroid disease, insulin resistance and estrogen dominance.
Losing weight in the postpartum period is about finding out about these hormone imbalances and then treating them.
This case study, with before and after pictures, will walk you through diet tips, exercise, supplements and hormones that you can take to help with weight loss in the postpartum period.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/postpartum...
You can find more general information on my site here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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This is the first in a (hopeful) long of Q and A videos. These questions come from real people on my blog who are struggling with real problems. I know that many of you have the SAME issues because I see the same comments posted each and every day.
If you guys like it let me know and if you want to have your questions featured then leave them below or leave them on my blog.
I plan to take questions from the blog and answer them here each week. If you want to have your question answered try to keep the question relatively brief (small paragraph) so that it's easy for everyone to stay on track and understand what is going on.
Hopefully, some of the tips and tricks I talk about here will be helpful to your situation!
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
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Euthyroid sick syndrome is a condition which causes thyroid dysfunction due to illness or chronic stress.
This stress can either be from an acute source (such as illness) or from a chronic source (such as chronic illness or stress).
Euthyroid sick syndrome may result in certain lab changes to your thyroid such as low t3, low t4 and high reverse T3.
This condition can be missed because the TSH is often normal or even low due to HPT suppression from the disease.
Learn more about identifying and treating this condition in this video.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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This video will teach you everything you need to know about low estrogen (for both young and older women).
Estrogen is a critical sex hormone found in both men and women.
When we talk about estrogen we are almost always referring to estradiol (the most powerful estrogen).
This hormone helps regulate important functions in the body such as your weight, how much fat you store (and where), heart disease, bone density, mood and so on.
Low levels of estrogen can cause serious and significant symptoms which need to be identified and treated as soon as possible.
Testing for low estrogen is easy (compared to high estrogen) and should always be accompanied by progesterone and sex hormone binding globulin.
This video also discusses the causes and treatments of low estrogen!
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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Today we are going to talk about LDN or low dose naltrexone.
This medication is often prescribed to treat medications such as weight loss, autoimmune disease and chronic pain.
But does it actually work?
Will taking LDN actually help you lose weight?
Will it help you reduce your antibodies or improve your thyroid function?
Will it actually take away your pain?
I discuss all of these questions in this video and I talk about how often it works for my patients.
The good news is that LDN has few side effects, so even if it doesn't work it may be beneficial for certain people.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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PCOS, at the heart, is really a hormone disease. The manifestations, including hair loss, associated with PCOS stem from these imbalances.
Women with PCOS tend to have estrogen:progesterone ratio problems, an increased risk of thyroid disease as well as high testosterone and DHEA.
All of these imbalances can lead to hair loss in women with PCOS.
Learn tips and tricks to help treat these imbalances.
You'll also learn the role of certain nutrients in hair regrowth and how to replete these nutrients to improve the overall quality and texture of your hair.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
You can learn more about high-quality supplements that I create (and personally use) here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/
More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/pcos-hair-loss/
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Iodine deficiency is more and more common even in iodine-replete areas such as the United States.
The only way for humans to get iodine is through their diet and unless you are eating sea vegetables or kelp frequently you are probably not getting enough.
Iodine deficiency manifests as hypothyroid symptoms, goiter formation, pregnancy-related problems and more.
Learn more about how to know if you are getting enough iodine, how to supplement with iodine, how iodine deficiency affects your thyroid gland and the benefits of iodine deficiency in this video.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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There is a known connection between hypothyroidism and depression. If you are suffering from depression and you have thyroid disease then you need to learn more about this connection.
T3 can be added to your thyroid medication regimen to help reduce the symptoms of depression.
Some conditions such as the DIO2 polymorphism can reduce how much T3 is produced in neurological tissues.
Hashimoto's can cause depression secondary to antibody levels themselves but also due to thyroid glandular damage.
Learn how to manage these conditions, how to treat depression and more in this video.
Hey guys!
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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Your thyroid produces T4 and T3 thyroid hormones, but each is different in how it works and functions.
Understanding how these hormones function will help you understand how your thyroid works and if you are taking the right medication,
T3 is the most powerful thyroid hormone and it is known as triiodothyronine, but the majority of hypothyroid patients take a medication known as Thyroxine which contains T4 only thyroid hormone.
In order for T4 to become activated, it must be converted to T3 through various enzymes in the body.
Learn more about how these hormones function, how they convert and what kind of problems can cause this conversion process to slow.
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
I take a personalized/functional medicine approach to management of conditions. I'm not accepting patients but you can learn more and get plenty of information on my blog!
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More information, including links to literary studies, in the video and the full blog post, can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/goitrogens/
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Are dietary goitrogens dangerous?
Learn how to protect your thyroid gland from chemicals, foods and other compounds that can interfere with thyroid function in this post.
Having a low TSH is felt to put patients at a higher risk of developing bone loss and cardiac problems (heart problems), but is this true?
This video will walk you through the various studies available on the topic and teach you how to think about having a suppressed TSH and how to determine if it is dangerous for your body.
There may be instances in which having a suppressed TSH will not cause long-term harm and may actually benefit you as the patient.
Learn more about how other thyroid tests can give you more information than the TSH and why you should never base your dosing off of the TSH alone.
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Your thyroid gland is highly regulated at multiple steps in the body.
In order for the thyroid gland to function optimally there are no less than 6 important steps that must work correctly.
These steps include:
- TRH secretion
- TSH secretion
- Thyroid gland secretion of thyroid hormones
- Thyroid hormone conversion
- Thyroid hormone cellular activation
- Feedback loop
Problems can occur at all 6 stages and may not be picked up with standard lab tests.
Learn the basics of thyroid physiology and how the thyroid gland functions in this video.
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Liothyronine is a T3 only thyroid medication that is used to treat hypothyroidism.
Liothyronine can help hypothyroid patients lose weight by increasing thermogenesis and increasing basal metabolic rate.
In order to use liothyronine correctly you need to optimize the dose to the individual.
Learn how to dose liothyronine and other T3 medications correctly in this guide.
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Are you experiencing the symptoms of hypothyroidism even though you are currently being treated?
If so, your symptoms may have something to do with the way that your current Doctor is treating you.
In this guide I will walk you through 5 key areas that you will want your thyroid Doctor to understand. If they fit into these categories then you are much more likely to be able to improve your symptoms and start feeling better.
In addition, I will also provide some tips to help you find Doctors who practice in a certain way.
Learn more in this video guide.
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Contrave is a newer weight loss medication that can be used to help certain people lose weight. Should you use it? Not necessarily, contrave is an "okay" weight loss medication but there are definitely better ones out there.
I use Contrave in my weight loss practice to help patients with the following conditions:
- Those with body set point malfunction.
- Those with insulin resistance.
- Those with thyroid problems.
- Patients with binge eating disorder or other eating disorders.
- Patients with autoimmune diseases.
- And lastly, patients with chronic pain.
If you fall into any of these categories then Contrave may be helpful for you.
You need to also understand exactly how Contrave helps with weight loss because each person has different issues that need to be addressed for lasting weight loss.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/contrave-weight-loss/
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Iodine is required for optimal thyroid function there is no question about it, but should you add additional iodine to your regimen?
There are a number of factors at play when determining if you are consuming enough iodine and if you are utilizing it after absorption.
Use this video guide to help determine if you are getting enough and to help determine if you should supplement with iodine if you have hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's.
You can read more about the topic on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/iodine-supplements/
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Fish oil helps with weight loss through the following mechanisms:
- By increasing lean muscle mass.
- By reducing visceral fat.
- By improving thyroid function in the liver to increase basal metabolic rate.
- By reducing insulin resistance.
- By treating leptin resistance.
- By reducing inflammation in the body.
Learn more about how to dose fish oil correctly to get these benefits in this video guide.
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The top 10 most common low thyroid symptoms include:
- Unexplained weight gain
- Inability to lose weight despite changing your diet and exercising more
- Fatigue
- Unexpected hair loss
- Menstrual irregularities
- Changes in mood including depression or anxiety
- Changes to other hormone systems in the body
- Chronic pain or muscle tenderness
- Cold hands/feet
- Constipation
If you have 4+ of these symptoms then you need to get a complete thyroid lab panel done to evaluate your thyroid function.
You should be sure to look beyond the TSH and look at factors like thyroid conversion and tissue levels of thyroid hormone.
Learn more in this video.
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TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and gives you an idea of what is happening in your pituitary but not other tissues in your body.
Other thyroid lab tests should be used in addition to TSH to shed light on what is happening in the body.
Other thyroid tests include:
- Free T3
- Free t4
- Reverse T3
- Sex hormone binding globulin
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Low ferritin (and thus low iron) is extremely common in hypothyroidism.
Low thyroid states causes an increased risk for developing iron deficiency due to the fact that iron is required for iron absorption.
In addition low ferritin causes symptoms that mimic hypothyroidism such as:
- Fatigue or low energy
- Hair loss
- Inability to exercise
- GI related issues
- Immune related issues
There is a difference between iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia that must be addressed if you want to fix the problem.
Learn more in this video.
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Hypothyroidism causes fatigue through a variety of reasons.
In order to treat your low energy you must identify what is contributing to your fatigue and fix that problem.
Common causes of fatigue in thyroid patients include:
- Low mitochondrial energy productsion
- Inflammation
- Hormone imbalances
- Vitamin deficiencies like vitamin B12
To treat energy levels in thyroid patients you must address and replace thyroid hormone in addition to treating these problems.
An "easy" win for most thyroid patients is to consider their cortisol function and treat that first.
You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/
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When referring to T3 thyroid medication I mean medications like Cytomel and Liothyronine.
In this video I walk you through the primary benefits of using T3 thyroid hormone medication.
Benefits include:
- More weight loss
- Increased basal metabolic rate
- Reduction in hypothyroid like symptoms
- Increase in body temperature
- Improvement in other hormone imbalances in the body
You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This video will walk you through Hashimoto's symptoms and how they progress over time.
First hashimoto's symptoms start with generalized and non specific symptoms that can then progress to hyperthyroid like symptoms or hypothyroid like symptoms.
Most of the time the progression goes from generalized symptoms to overt hypothyroidism over time.
However, some patients do experience episodes of hyeprthyroidism as well.
It's important to identify the symptoms of Hashimoto's ASAP so you can stop the progression of symptoms and the glandular damage that occurs due to antibodies over time.
If you can catch your symptoms early, then you can stop the progression of the disease.
Learn more in this video.
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High reverse T3 levels result in a slow metabolism, weight gain, low body temperature and symptoms of hypothyroidism.
Reverse T3 is created from T4 in your body in the presence of inflammation, leptin resistance, insulin resistance and a history of chronic yo-yo dieting.
Taking T4 only medication can actually make high levels of reverse T3 even worse.
This guide discusses how patients get high levels of reverse T3, what causes reverse T3 to be elevated and how to flush high levels of reverse T3 out of your body. We will also discuss the normal ranges of reverse T3 in your body and how to evaluate them in the presence of low T3 levels.
There are ways to treat thyroid resistance but in some cases it requires the use of T3 containing medications.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/reverse-t3/
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Naturethroid is a form of natural desiccated thyroid which means it contains both T4 + T3 thyroid hormones.
Many patients report a reduction in hypothyroid symptoms plus weight loss when switching from T4 only medications like levothyroxine and synthroid over to NDT like naturethroid.
In this video I am going to go over the complete guide to using naturethroid including:
- Why naturethroid is better than levothyroxine
- Who should consider switching to naturethroid
- How to correctly switch from your current thyroid medication over to naturethroid
- How naturethroid may help you with weight loss
- How to get naturethroid
- What to do if naturethroid isn't working for you
- Why you should use caution in using this medication if you have Hashimoto's
- How to deal with heart palpitations when switching to this medication
- Naturethroid vs armour thyroid
And more...
Leave any comments you have below or check out the full post on my site and leave a comment there.
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Tirosint is a T4 only thyroid medication but with some twists.
Many patients report significant improvement in hypothyroid symptoms when switching from T4 only medications like Levothyroxine and Synthroid over to Tirosint.
But how can that be? Especially when Tirosint is a T4 only medication?
This occurs for several reasons:
1) Inactive ingredients -
- Levothyroxine and Synthroid contain MANY inactive ingredients (complete list in the video) which your body may be reacting to and limiting absorption. These inactive ingredients may be causing negative side effects that mimic hypothyroidism or limit your ability to reach the optimal dose.
Tirosint has 3 inactive ingredients and 1 active ingredient making it the "cleanest" thyroid medication (T4 only).
2) Decreased absorption -
- Due to these inactive ingredients the absorption of Levothyroxine and Synthroid may be inferior to that of Tirosint. The fewer inactive ingredients means the more thyroid hormone that will be absorbed which means the better you symptoms will be. This is also very important for hypothyroid patients who have GI related conditions such as SIBO/SIFO, GERD and low stomach acid. Tirosint is more easily absorbed and utilized than other forms of thyroid hormone due to these reasons.
Who should consider using Tirosint?
- Patients with GI related issues
- Patients who don't tolerate Synthroid or Levothyroxine
- Patients with multiple sensitivities or food allergies
- Patients with Leaky gut or increased intestinal permeability
- Patients who don't tolerate T3 containing medications like NDT and/or liothyronine/cytomel
- Patients who are extremely sensitive to medications and supplements
- Patients who have experienced some improvement on Levothyroxine or Synthroid but still have room for improvement
If you have any questions please leave your comments below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Thanks!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/tirosint/
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This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Low sex drive in women is a serious problem and should be evaluated as soon as possible.
In this video I go over the most common causes of low sex drive and decreased libido in women including how to correctly diagnose and treat the problem.
One of the main causes of low sex drive is low testosterone. Low testosterone is an important factor in women as it relates to libido, muscle mass (and weight loss), mood and quality of life.
What's interesting is that there is a strong link between low testosterone and decreased libido in many women. And many conditions that you might not realize contribute to low testosterone in one way or another.
For this reason, evaluating your testosterone is very important and replacing those levels may be necessary in some women.
Here are the top 9 reasons for Low sex drive in women:
1) Low testosterone - Make sure to check both free and total serum testosterone levels
2) Hypothyroidism or autoimmune thyroiditis - Check a complete thyroid panel
3) Vaginal atrophy - Consider the use of topical/transdermal estriol or systemic bio identical hormone replacement therapy
4) Insulin resistance - Check serum fasting insulin, blood glucose and hgb A1c - Take insulin sensitizing supplements if necessary
5) Depression and other mood disorders - Get evaluated and naturally treat depression if present (avoid SSRI's if possible as these may worsen sex drive)
6) Your partner may have low testosterone - Manage your partners libido and testosterone levels if necessary
7) Weight gain - Weight gain itself may cause low libido, make sure to address all hormone imbalances and treat accordingly (see post for more details and case studies on weight loss)
8) High stress levels - Consider adrenal adaptogens (like ashwagandha) or adrenal glandulars
9) Medications - Narcotics, anti depressants, diabetic medications and blood pressure medications may be contributing to sex drive (don't go off medications but discuss options with your provider)
If you have any questions or would like to see the complete list + blog post please see the link below.
As always please leave any questions or comments below!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/low-sex-drive-women/
You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This video includes the best and strongest supplements for treating Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2017. This is the updated and revised 2016 version.
This list represents changes based on new patient outcomes and studies. As time changes so too do my recommendations.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that includes not only hypothyroidism but a component of autoimmunity.
Treatment must be focused on improving thyroid function as well as optimizing immune regulation and function.
The list of supplements is targeted at systems to directly (or indirectly) increase thyroid function, reduce the symptoms of hashimoto's and hypothyroidism or to boost immune function.
The top 9 Hashimoto's supplements:
- Zinc
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Helps to improve T4 to T3 conversion, decrease inflammation and improve immune function.
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Selenium
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Improves T4 to T3 conversion, reduces inflammation and autoimmunity
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Adrenal support
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Helps improve energy levels, balance cortisol levels and overall improve quality of life
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Probiotics and prebiotics
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Helps to indirectly improve thyroid function and conversion, improve digestion and increase nutrient absorption
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Vitamin D3 + K2
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Helps improve immune function and calcium regulation
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Vitamin B12
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Helps improve energy levels, hair growth, reduces symptoms of depression and may improve quality of sleep
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Supplements for sleep
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Helps reduce inflammation, improves thyroid function (lack of sleep leads to higher TSH level) and improves energy levels
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Supplements for GI health
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Target supplements to GI conditions to help improve overall thyroid function and conversion and to reduce inflammatory levels
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Iodine
- May improve thyroid hormone production & function
Find more info in the video above and check out the blog post below for all of the literary citations.
Please let me know if you have any further questions!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/best-supplements-hashimotos/
You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Are you having difficulty losing weight?
This case study walk through shows you an example of a hypothyroid patient who was found to have multiple hormone imbalances that were leading to weight loss resistance.
After treating her multiple hormone imbalances like thyroid resistance, insulin resistance and low testosterone she was finally able to lose almost 40 pounds over 3 months.
This is her story:
By the time she came to see me she was already on natural desiccated thyroid but still having symptoms. Despite that her TSH was still elevated.
She was unable to lose weight, she had lots of fatigue and she was dealing with insomnia. She had tried everything to lose weight including a lap band surgery and was able to lose some weight initially but gained it all back over time.
After evaluating her lab work she was found to have:
- Hypothyroidism with hashimoto's
- Insulin resistance
- Active inflammation with a component of autoimmunity
- Low testosterone
After undergoing treatment with Victoza, Testosterone, WP thyroid hormone and LDN she was able to lose a significant amount of weight over 3 months.
Victoza is a powerful medication that can help patients who have leptin resistance, PCOS, insulin resistance (even those who are not diabetic) and metabolic damage from recurrent dieting.
Victoza and other GLP-1 agonists work by sensitizing the body to insulin, lowering glucagon levels, sensitizing the body to leptin levels.
Studies have shown patients with PCOS, insulin resistance, and leptin resistance may benefit by using it.
In this video I talk about all of the various patient populations who can benefit from using Victoza and how to use it appropriately for the weight loss that you see in this case study.
Using Victoza by itself generally will NOT lead to significant weight loss, but if used in conjunction with hormones, thyroid, and nutrients it can be very powerful.
I also go over a list of common side effects and how to use Victoza appropriately. Including injection sites and dosages required.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/victoza-weight-loss/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This video will walk you through a thyroid case study in which I show you how WP thyroid lead to weight loss in a patient of mine with before and after pictures.
The combination of the right type of thyroid medication, plus managing hormones leads to significant weight loss in hypothyroid patients.
Many patients wrongly believe that adding in thyroid medication will lead to significant weight loss and that is rarely the cause.
In this example I walk you through:
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How to decide which thyroid medication is best for your body, including going over the differences between WP Thyroid vs naturethroid vs armour thyroid
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How to properly evaluate your blood tests to determine what is causing weight loss resistance in your body
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How to address hormone imbalances other than hypothyroidism
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What supplements to use to help with weight loss
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How important diet, exercise and lifestyle interventions are for helping hypothyroid patients lose weight (hint: not as important as you may think)
I use the lab results from this patient case study to show you how I look at hypothyroid patients including what lab values I use and what does of medication I use.
I hope you find this article helpful as you try to lose weight with hypothyroidism!
If you have any questions please leave them below.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/wp-thyroid-weight-loss/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Weight loss after thyroidectomy can be almost impossible unless you know exactly what to look for and how to treat it.
It's considered "normal" to gain 20 pounds after thyroidectomy and Doctors tell patients that this is normal and in the same breath then say that the thyroid isn't causing the weight gain. How can this be?
It is possible to lose weight after thyroidectomy but it takes a very different approach.
Eating less and exercising more will NOT lead to significant weight loss if you've had a thyroidectomy or your thyroid ablated with radioactive iodine.
Instead you need to be focusing on hormone imbalances that lead to weight gain.
I've also included a diet guide to follow in addition to the following 5 tips which I explain in detail in the video.
5 Tips for weight loss after thyroidectomy:
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Get on the right type and dose of thyroid medication - for most patients this means a combination of T3 and T4. So medications like cytomel or liothyronine in addition to levothyroxine/synthroid or the use of natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) will most likely be necessary.
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Increase your free T3 - you need to be doing whatever is in your power to naturally increase your free T3. The more t3 you can in your system the higher your metabolism will be and the more weight you will lose.
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Balance all other hormones in the body - I list several hormones, but the main ones I want you to focus on are insulin resistance and leptin resistance. Until these 2 are treated it will be almost impossible for you to lose weight.
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Be strict with your diet but don't restrict calories - one of the worst things you can do is restrict your calories down to 1,000-1,200 calories per day. This will cause high reverse T3 levels and further reduce your metabolism. Instead be strict with WHAT you put in your mouth but don't restrict your calories.
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When you have energy make sure you make exercise count - that means a combination of low intensity daily plus high intensity 1-3x per week.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/weight-loss-thyroidectomy/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Do you have hypothyroidism and insulin resistance?
This case study is from my practice and in this video I walk you through a patient who was able to lose 42 pounds over three months using Byetta, Natural desiccated thyroid and T3 containing medication.
The problem with weight loss is that most patients approach it all wrong. They believe that eating less and exercising more will lead to long lasting weight loss and it just isn't true.
Instead patients and Doctors should be focusing on hormone imbalances that lead to weight loss resistance.
The top three most common hormone imbalances that lead to weight loss resistance include:
- Thyroid resistance
- Insulin resistance
- Leptin resistance
Many patients do know that they have hypothyroidism but many miss out that they have both insulin and leptin resistance, and that's why I made this case study.
The unfortunate part is that certain medications like the GLP-1 agonists can help reverse insulin and leptin resistance.
These medications are primarily used for type II diabetes but a subgroup of obese, non diabetic women (with high leptin levels) respond very well to this medication and can lose a significant amount of weight.
In this case study I also show you what it takes in terms of diet, exercise, medications, hormones and supplements to help hypothyroid patients with insulin resistance lose 40 pounds.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/thyroid-weight-loss/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Are you struggling to lose weight with Hashimoto's? In this post I outline the 9 steps that I use to help Hashimoto's patients lose weight in my practice.
Hashimoto's patients need to be differentiated from other thyroid patients when it comes to treatment, but also when it comes to weight loss.
If you didn't already know exercising more and eating less will NOT lead to lasting weight loss in Hashimoto's patients.
I discuss the 4 main reasons for weight loss resistance that patients face that most doctors aren't even looking for:
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Body set point malfunction - hypothalamic changes that make weight loss almost impossible.
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Low resting metabolic rate or low resting energy expenditure (AKA slow or damaged metabolism) - Your metabolism controls the majority of your calorie consumption and a damaged metabolism will make weight loss very difficult.
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Leptin resistance - High levels of leptin tricks your brain into thinking that your body is starving even though you are overweight.
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Gut imbalances - Specifically SIBO and SIFO can cause inflammatory states which reduce thyroid conversion and lead to changes in microflora of the GI tract which causes weight loss resistance.
These 4 topics are VERY important and these tips help treat them:
- Check and treat your metabolism if damaged
- Get on the right type and dose of thyroid medication - that generally means T3 in some form (NDT or T3) especially if you have insulin or leptin resistance
- Find the best hashimoto's diet for YOUR body - that means anything ranging from AIP vs nutritional ketosis vs gluten free, dairy free, soy free
- Make sure you are exercising (preferably HIIT + low intensity daily)
- Address gut health - specifically SIBO/SIFO and malabsorption
- Reduce inflammation in your body
- Address adrenal related problems
- Treat leptin and insulin resistance
- Avoid endocrine disruptors and xenoestrogens (AKA make sure you are detoxing)
Listen to the video for tips on how to treat each of these conditions and let me know if you have any questions below!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/lose-weight-hashimotos/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I walk you through a patient who was able to lose 50+ pounds, reverse her diabetes and improve her energy levels within 3 months.
This particular patient failed gastric bypass surgery, was suffering from chronic pain, insomnia, fatigue and of course weight gain.
After adding the following therapies to her regimen she was able to lose 50+ pounds of weight, reverse her diabetes, remove her chronic pain and increase her energy:
- Thyroid hormone replacement: she needed to use NDT + T3
- Testosterone replacement
- Physical work
- Biofeedback to reduce stress
- Supplements
- Fasting routine to reverse insulin resistance
- Dietary changes
- Detox routine with FAR IR sauna
I go over her blood work and symptoms in detail and walk you through how to look at lab studies to find and treat the underlying diagnoses which lead to these symptoms.
In this patient she was suffering from:
- Diabetes mellitus type II
- Thyroid resistance
- Diastolic heart disease
- Low testosterone
- Adrenal issues and chronic fatigue
- Iron deficiency
- Chronic diarrhea with multiple nutrient deficiencies
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Hyperlipidemia with hypertriglyceridemia
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
She was seen by previous other Doctors and told her lab tests were "normal".
Find more about this approach that can lead to long lasting weight loss and reduce your symptoms in this video!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/weight-loss-hypothyroidism-success/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Thyroid supplements (if used correctly) can help boost your thyroid function, help with weight loss and help you feel better.
The problem comes with knowing WHICH supplements to take and at WHAT dose.
It takes over 13 nutrients to create thyroid hormone, convert T4 to T3 and sensitize the cellular receptors to T3. Many thyroid supplements cram all of these nutrients into a supplement and call it "good". This is the WRONG approach to take.
Instead basing your supplementation off of the needs of your body is far superior. That means using lab work and other markers to find what nutrients you need in what doses.
9 Thyroid supplements that I find most hypothyroid patients are deficient in:
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Vitamin B12 - Thyroid hormone is involved in the proper absorption of thyroid hormone. See the video for a complete list of symptoms. Repleting low vitamin B12 is best done through sublingual or intramsucular injections.
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Adrenal support - Most thyroid patients also have issues with cortisol dysregulation. If you have advanced adrenal fatigue most patients do better on adrenal glandulars. For more mild disease consider using adrenal adaptogens. If your cortisol is elevated consider using phosphatidylserine.
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Zinc - Low levels of zinc can cause issues with your skin and issue with hair growth. Adding zinc boosts immune function, T4 to T3 conversion and acts as an anti inflammatory. Make sure to supplement with zinc bound to picolinic acid.
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Iron - This is what I consider a "goldilocks" nutrient in that you don't want TOO much or TOO little. Unfortunately most doctors look for iron deficiency anemia and don't necessarily jus treat iron deficiency unless anemia accompanies it. Use these optimal levels to supplement with iron.
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Magnesium - Hypothyroidism alters magnesium and low levels of magnesium can lead to issues like depression, anxiety and other changes like muscle cramps or restless leg syndrome. Replace low levels with magnesium glycinate, magnesium citrate if you have constipation or magnsium threonate if you have neurological issues.
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Selenium - This nutrient is involved in the thyroid conversion process. Not only that but supplementing has been shown to reduce TPO antibodies and boost the immune system. In addition using iodine with selenium can help reduce negative side effects.
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Probiotics - Up to 20% of thyroid conversion happens in the gut and inflammation can reduce this number. Hypothyroidism sets up the gut for imbalances that lead to inflammation. Using probiotics can help improve your GI function.
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Digestive enzymes - Hypothyroidism leads to low stomach acid which can predispose patients to malabsorption of certain nutrients. Using enzymes can help digest your food, increase nutrient absorption and if taken in between meals may promote the breakdown of immune complexes.
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Iodine - If used correctly iodine can be helpful in boosting thyroid function. The thyroid hormone is made up of iodine moieties and low levels of iodine can reduce the amount of functioning thyroid hormone in the body.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/thyroid-supplements/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I go over the complete list of Levothyroxine side effects ranging from weight gain to hair loss and everything in between.
Yes, Levothyroxine can cause hair loss and it can also cause weight GAIN. How can that be if levothyroxine is supposed to boost your metabolism?
In this video I explain how the metabolism of thyroid hormone in your body from T4 to reverse T3 may help explain why many people actually gain weight on this particular medication.
I also go over the recommendations I give to patients if this happens to them.
I also go over how to determine which thyroid medication is right for YOUR Body and how to dose your levothyroxine.
When patients have reactions to levothyroxine it's from 1 of 3 reasons typically:
1) they are reacting to a filler ingredient or a dye within the medication itself.
2) they are converting or metabolizing the thyroid hormone into by products that don't promote proper activity
3) they are getting too much thyroid hormone for THEIR body (this one is less common)
The side effects when patients react to fillers or dyes include reactions like facial swelling, edema, hives, itching sensation, etc.
The side effects from improper metabolism include reactions like weight gain, hair loss, slower than normal metabolism, cold hands/extremities, etc.
The side effects from TOO much medication include: hot flashes, tachycardia or rapid heart rate, palpitations, hair loss, intolerance to heat.
The treatment for each of these reactions is quite different and I explain what to do depending on how you are reacting.
Leave your questions below!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/levothyroxine-side-effects/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I explain how I determine which thyroid medication a patient needs. There are basically three main choices in medications:
1) Natural Desiccated thyroid medication (including armour thyroid, naturethroid and WP thyroid)
2) T3 only medication (including Liothyronine, cytomel and sustained release T3)
3) T4 only medication (including levothyroxine, tirosint and synthroid)
The question is how do you determine which medication works best for you?
Patients who do well on NDT medication include: - Those who have not felt better on T4 only preparations - Those who need to lose 10-20 pounds of fat - Those who have not been on thyroid medication before - Those with Low free T3 and low Free T4 but normal reverse T3 levels
Patients who do better on T3 only medications: - Those with high levels of reverse T3 - Those with leptin resistance - Those with insulin resistance, diabetes or pre diabetes - Those with a personal history of bipolar disorder or a strong family history of mental health disorders - Those with chronic illness
Patients who do better on T4 only medications: - Those who are VERY sensitive to all supplements and medications - Those with extreme sensitivities to T3 containing medications
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/levothyroxine-side-effects/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I go over the 5 main reasons that patients who switch from Levothyroxine to Armour thyroid DON'T lose weight.
Many patients believe that switching from T4 to NDT will cause immediate weight loss and are disappointed when it doesn't happen.
The truth is that Armour thyroid CAN help with weight loss but you need to make sure that these 5 barriers aren't standing in your way:
- Your dose isn't high enough
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Many Doctors under dose patients when converting from T4 medication to NDT by about 50%. Use the chart in this video to make sure your dose is high enough.
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You need more T3 added to your regimen
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Several conditions like euthyroid sick syndrome or tissue level hypothyroidism make it so patients need more T3 than what Armour thyroid provides. So while armour may be a step in the right direction you may need more T3 added to your NDT.
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You are suffering from Leptin resistance
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High leptin levels decrease T4 to T3 conversion and can make weight loss impossible unless it is addressed. Use this video to help you find out if you have leptin resistance and if you need to treat it.
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You are reacting to fillers in Armour thyroid
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Many patients react poorly to the methylcellulose that is used in Armour thyroid. It can reduce the amount of free thyroid hormone that is absorbed when you take this medication. Make sure this isn't limiting the amount of thyroid hormone your body can absorb!
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Your Reverse T3 is TOO high
- High levels of reverse T3 effectively put the brake on your thyroid system and can result in a slow metabolism and symptoms of hypothyroidism. Taking T4 only medications and even sometimes NDT like armour thyroid can cause high levels of reverse T3. Find out how to treat and check for this condition.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/armour-thyroid-weight-loss/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I explain how to convert from armour thyroid to levothyroxine or from levothyroxine to T3. It is based off of a thyroid conversion chart that I create which is more accurate than the traditional conversion chart used by most Doctors.
If you can convince your Doctor to switch you from Levothyroxine or T4 to NDT then make sure you are getting the right dose. Many providers and patients make the mistake of lowering their total dose of thyroid hormone when doing this process and feel worse afterwards.
By using the chart above you can get the proper dose of NDT, T4 or Armour thyroid when converting.
Here are some basic guidelines:
In these examples NDT = Armour thyroid, WP thyroid or Naturethroid
50mcg of T4 = 1 grain of NDT = 25 mcg of T3 100mcg of T4 = 2 grains of NDT = 50mcg of T3 150mcg of T4 = 3 grains of NDT = 75mcg of T3 200mcg of T4 = 4 grains of NDT = 100mcg of T3
In addition I also give some practical advice on how to switch from T4 only medications like Levothyroxine to Natural Desiccated thyroid medications like Armour thyroid. In general I recommend starting the titration slow and periodically increasing your total dose every 10-14 days to prevent negative side effects from the T3.
I also go over some of the average dosages of patients on T4, NDT and T3 in my practice. These numbers vary based off of the individual but these ranges can help determine if your dose is high enough.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/levothyroxine-dosage/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Are your TPO antibodies or thyroperoxidase antibodies elevated?
In this video I go over 5 tips and tricks I use on patients in my practice to help LOWER TPO antibodies.
- Get on the right diet for YOUR body
- AIP diet vs Gluten free/dairy free/soy free vs elimination diet
- Consider using DHEA and/or Testosterone
- DHEA and Testosterone help lower antibody levels while boosting weight loss and sex drive
- Consider using Zinc or Selenium
- Both can improve immune function and boost T4 to T3 conversion
- Improve gut function
- SIBO causes reduced T4 to T3 conversion and increases inflammation
- Consider using Low Dose Naltrexone or LDN
- LDN is probably the best treatment for reducing TPO antibodies
These 5 tips are very effective at lowering antibody levels but be sure to use ALL of them at the same time for maximum benefit.
You can see the entire article here: http://www.restartmed.com/tpo-antibodies/
Leave your comments below and I will personally respond!
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My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
This video will guide you through how to diagnose and treat both Leptin Resistance and Thyroid Resistance. Both of these conditions go hand in hand so its helpful to look for both if you suspect you have one or the other.
Symptoms of Leptin resistance: - Weight loss resistance or the inability to lose weight - Ravenous appetite even after a large meal - Slow metabolism - Cold hands/feet/extremities - Crushing fatigue - Symptoms of hypothyroidism despite being on medication - Constant weight gain
Thyroid resistance is defined as low free T3 relative to Reverse T3. In order to test for this condition you need to order both tests and look at the ratio between the two. The higher your reverse T3 the harder it is for free T3 to get into your cells which leads to thyroid hormone resistance at the cellular level. Treatment usually requires T3 medication in conjunction with the 8 tips below.
8 Steps to Reverse Leptin Resistance and Thyroid Resistance:
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Get your thyroid evaluated and get on the right type and dose of thyroid medication - For most patients this means NDT or T3 containing medications like Cytomel or Liothyronine.
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Add in HIIT (high intensity interval training) to your work outs - This type of burst training helps sensitize your cells to insulin and leptin.
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Avoid processed and inflammatory foods - High levels of inflammation makes thyroid function worse and makes it more difficult to reverse leptin resistance.
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Make sure to get 7-8 hours of sleep per night
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Eliminate or drastically reduce your fructose consumption - Fructose is metabolized into uric acid in the liver and which increases inflammation and makes leptin levels worse.
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Do not restrict your calories - Starvation mode lowers your basal metabolic rate and increases conversion of T4 to reverse T3.
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Optimize T4 to T3 conversion - Use supplements or thyroid hormones:
- Zinc: http://amzn.to/2aQF0pl
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Selenium: http://amzn.to/2bffBKU
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If necessary use medications to lower Leptin levels - Consider using GLP-1 agonists which can help lower leptin levels and help patients with weight loss.
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More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/leptin-resistance-thyroid-resistance/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
Does Levothyroxine cause weight gain? That is the question I am going to answer in this video today. Here is a common problem: patients with hypothyroidism present to their doctor, get put on T4 medication like Levothyroxine or Synthroid and they CONTINUE to gain weight - despite no change in their diet or exercise routine.
How can this be?
In this video I answer what I think is going on in many patients and it has to do with T4 to reverse T3 conversion when certain patients are given medications that contain T4 only.
In the setting of inflammation, trauma, infections, liver/kidney issues, low calorie diets and nutrient deficiencies the body can take T4 and convert it into the thyroid blocking metabolite reverse T3. High levels of reverse T3 then compete for binding at the T3 cellular receptor site and put the brakes on thyroid and metabolic function.
So how do you treat this condition?
Most patients will need medication containing T3 like natural desiccated thyroid or liothyronine/cytomel to "flush" the system.
I also give several tips that I use in my office to help boost thyroid function if your doctor isn't willing to give you medication with T3 in it:
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Optimize T4 to T3 conversion - I recommend you consider using Zinc or selenium: As promised here is the link to the zinc and selenium that I use in my office: Zinc: http://amzn.to/2aXp4Fg Selenium: http://amzn.to/2aHjTc5
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Fix your adrenals - Consider using adrenal adaptogens or adrenal glandulars Here's what I use: DSF: http://amzn.to/2aC8l6d
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Add high intensity exercise - To help lower insulin and leptin levels
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Reduce inflammation and find hidden sources of inflammation - the easiest first place to look is at your diet
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Lower leptin and insulin levels - It will be impossible to lose weight with leptin resistance and/or insulin resistance and both conditions reduce T4 to T3 conversion.
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/levothyroxine-weight-gain/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
In this video I go over the 5 BEST Diets for patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. These diets have all been used by me in my clinic and have helped other Hashimoto's patients lose weight and feel better.
With all the information out there it can get confusing on which diet you should be following... this video will help you understand which diet you should be focusing on by tailoring it to YOUR body.
The diets I go over: 1. Elimination diet or food sensitivity diet - Who should use this diet? those with multiple food allergies, post nasal drip, acid reflux or history of asthma/eczema
- The autoimmune paleo diet or the autoimmune protocol Diet (abbreviated AIP diet)
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Who should use this diet? Not everyone! I recommend patients who have a personal history of multiple autoimmune conditions or those who have failed less restrictive diets
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The gluten free diet
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Who should use this diet? Most patients should at least consider going gluten free, dairy free and soy free if they have Hahsimoto's. This is THE place to start.
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The paleo diet Who should use this diet? Those with a history of depression, anxiety, gut imbalances or acne. This is also another great place to start
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The low FODMAP's Diet Who should use this diet? Those who have a diagnosis of SIBO or yeast overgrowth or those with who experience gas/bloating or abdominal distention after meals.
3 Diets to AVOID With Hashimoto's: 1. Low fat diets 2. Very low carbohydrate diets or nutritional ketosis 3. Very low calorie diets
All three of these can lead to worsening thyroid function!
More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/hashimotos-...
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
If you have hypothyroidism you know how hard it can be to lose weight. I've been helping patients with hypothyroidism lose weight by balancing their hormones and that's exactly what this video is about. I walk you through 5 step-by-step examples of how to do it.
If you watched the vide these are the supplements I've referred to:
Berberine: http://amzn.to/2aB79Dy DIM: http://amzn.to/2aB7eak Indole 3 carbinol: http://amzn.to/2asBLUW High quality progesterone: http://amzn.to/2aEPsDx
These are the same steps I use in my practice:
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Reverse and treat insulin resistance if present - high levels of insulin make burning fat as a fuel source almost impossible. Up to 50% of patients have insulin resistance on TOP of hypothyroidism and I've found that to be even higher in most patients I treat.
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Treat leptin resistance and thyroid resistance if present - You need to make sure you check your reverse T3/free T3 ratio (it should be greater than 0.2), if it is lower than you have thyroid resistance and need T3. If your leptin levels are greater than 12 then you need to consider treatment with a GLP-1 agonist. Remember that thyroid resistance and leptin resistance go together!
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Reverse Estrogen dominance if present (or low progesterone) - Remember to use urine testing for these hormones so that you can find ALL metabolites and figure out which step is blocked in your body. If necessary you may need to consider using bio-identical progesterone cream (link above).
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Treat low testosterone if present - Low testosterone can cause weight gain, mood changes and low energy. Many women who suffer from insulin resistance ALSO suffer from low testosterone.
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Adrenal fatigue and elevated cortisol levels - High levels of adrenal hormones (cortisol) can cause weight gain and lead to constant fatigue. Make sure to check your cortisol and cortisone levels in the urine at 4 points throughout the day.
I recommend going through ALL of these steps in THIS order so you can finally lose weight with hypothyroidism. Using these steps I've been able to help patients lose weight about 98% of the time.
You can read the entire blog post here: http://www.restartmed.com/lose-weight-hypothyroidism/
You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/
My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107
Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
This podcast will go over how to lose weight if you have thyroid problems and the 5 hormones that cause weight loss resistance.