Thyroid Healthy Bites: Recent Episodes

Hypothyroid Chef

Thyroid-healthy recipes, lifestyle tips, and tales from the healing journey!

They say parenting is the hardest job in the world and the most rewarding. But what about Parenting with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s? In other words, what about parenting when we’re also dealing with things like brain fog, fatigue, autoimmune flares, weight gain, joint pain, and literally hundreds of other symptoms that can come from thyroid imbalance?

This is what we will be chatting about in this episode, with special guest Rachel Hill of The Invisible Hypothyroidism.

Helpful Links:

The Invisible Hypothyroidism Website
3-minute Thyroid Tips with Rachel Hill: How to advocate for Yourself as a Thyroid Patient
Get the book: Thyroid Superhero
Subscribe to my newsletter and receive my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

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Have you been experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism even on medication but have been dismissed by your doctor? Learn the truth behind this issue from Antonio C. Bianco, MD, Ph.D., a professor of medicine at the University of Chicago and former president of the American Thyroid Association.

Dr. Bianco's book, "Rethinking Hypothyroidism," provides an easy-to-understand overview of hypothyroidism treatment and the role of pharmaceutical companies in shaping it. His book argues that the current approach is not effective for many patients. Learn about the problems with current thyroid treatment and the changes needed in this Season 2 finale!

Helpful Links:

Dr. Bianco's book: Rethinking Hypothyroidism
Learn more about Dr. Bianco
Complete At-home Thyroid Test Kit from Paloma Health [$30 OFF CODE: HYPOTHYROIDCHEF]
Thrivers Club Membership
Subscribe to my newsletter and receive my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide.
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

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If you want to put the information provided by your thyroid labs to good use so that you can optimize your treatment and feel your best, this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites is a do-not-miss!

In this Season 1 finale episode, I interviewed NYT bestselling author, thyroid expert, and patient advocate Mary Shomon, to help you learn all about your thyroid test results and what they mean.

We'll Discuss:

Essential thyroid tests
Why TSH testing is NOT enough
Normal vs optimal thyroid levels
Why is antibody testing so important?
What to do if your doctor refuses to run a complete thyroid panel
Using thyroid labs to optimize our medication
What is Reverse T3 and what can it tell us?
How often should you get tested?

Helpful Links:

The Thyroid Tuneup Bonus Bundle!
Paloma's Complete At-home Thyroid Test Kit (30% OFF CODE: HYPOTHYROIDCHEF)
Ep. 26: Why You Should Get Tested for Hashimoto's
Mary Shomon's Website
Follow Mary Shomon on Facebook

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

A healing mindset is like the gatekeeper to your healing journey. If you are in a stuck mindset, it’s difficult even to begin to heal and start feeling better. That’s why I’m so happy to explore this topic with a very special guest: Eileen Laird of Phoenix Helix, and the Phoenix Helix Podcast.

Eileen’s latest book, Healing Mindset: A Guide to the Mind-Body Connection for People with Autoimmune Disease, gives us practical ways to cultivate a healing mindset, in a collection of over 96 techniques we can discover, learn about, and apply as needed.

We'll Discuss:

Eileen's healing journey with rapid and severe onset RA
Using the mind-body connection to cope with pain, fear, and other difficulties
How Eileen defines a healing mindset and why it's important
The importance of self-compassion on the healing journey
Some of the scientifically-proven benefits of mind-body medicine
Why many of us neglect this aspect of our healing
Some of Eileen's favorite mind-body techniques

Helpful Links:

Eileen's Book: Healing Mindset
The Phoenix Helix Website & Podcast
Grab my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Chicken Cilantro takes the cake as far as cilantro-centric cookery goes. An entire bunch goes into the pot and bathes pre-browned chicken pieces until the meat is tender enough to pull from the bone with a fork.

There are so many reasons why cilantro is good for those of us with thyroid disease. Did you know it can help flush the body of toxic metals like mercury and lead?

Before we get cooking we'll discuss this and some of the other thyroid-healthy highlights of this delicious, family-friendly recipe.

Helpful Links:

The Thyroid-healthy Everyday Cookbook
FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Chicken Cilantro (Printable Recipe)
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe library
FREE Guide to Healthy Cooking Fats & Oils
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

How can we make peace with our thyroid, so that we can not only feel well but also find a life that we love and habits that work for us, for the long term? That’s what we’re going to be discussing with my special guest Annabel Bateman on this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites.

Annabel Bateman is a Hashimoto’s patient and passionate thyroid health advocate. Drawing on skills learned in previous careers as a lawyer, life coach, family law mediator, and author, she seeks to empower, educate and encourage women with thyroid conditions to develop their own thyroid-friendly lifestyle so they can thrive and not just survive. She hosts the Let’s Talk Thyroid podcast and is the author of the newly-released book, Kiss & Makeup With Your Thyroid: Your positive & practical guide to living a thyroid-friendly lifestyle.

We Discuss:

Annabel's thyroid story
The inspiration behind "Kiss & Makeup With Your Thyroid"
Why is mindset so important on the healing journey
Other practical ways to unwind, besides meditation
Changing the way we think about food and mealtimes
Taking a gradual approach to low-tox living
Annabel's #1 piece of encouraging advice for Thyroid Thrivers

Helpful Links:

Annabel Bateman's website + book
Grab my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

If you've been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and you live in the U.S., it’s almost certain that you also have Hashimoto’s. In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we're going to take a closer look at what that means for you.

We'll Discuss:

The difference between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's
Why many doctors don't test for Hashimotos'
Why your Hashimoto's diagnosis matters
My Hashimoto's diagnosis story
What your next steps and options are if you're ready to get tested

Helpful Links:

Download my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Paloma's At-home Thyroid Test Kit (30% OFF Code: HYPOTHYROIDCHEF)
Full blog post with links and sources
How to Find a Good Thyroid Doctor
The Hypothyroid Chef Website

Let's zero in on asparagus. What is it? Is it thyroid-healthy? And what are some delicious ways to prepare it? In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I’ll touch on some of the unique things about this singular vegetable, especially as it pertains to Thyroid Thrivers.

We'll Discuss:

What asparagus is and how to purchase and store it
The Thyroid-healthy Highlights of asparagus
Sulfur in asparagus and why it can be a good and bad thing
My experience with high-sulfur foods
Recipe Demo: Steamed Asparagus with Lemon Basil Aioli (from The Thyroid-healthy Everyday Cookbook)
Recipe Demo: Herb Roasted (or Grilled) Asparagus
Recipe Demo: Prosciutto-wrapped Asparagus

Helpful Links:

Download my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Full blog post with links and sources
Dr. Ruscio and Heidi Turner on Sulfur Intolerance
My Favorites Store with Discount DUTCH Test Link
How to Find a Good Thyroid Doctor
The Hypothyroid Chef Website

Let's face it, healing diets can be $pendy. Regardless of your income bracket, with inflation at a 40-year high, RIGHT NOW seems like a good time to explore some real-world ways to tame the cost of thyroid-healthy eating.

In this episode, I’ll be sharing 10 tips to help you stretch your food dollars farther!

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Full blog post with links and sources
Search Your Area for a CSA
Download EWG's Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 Lists
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only, and in no way should be considered a substitute for professional medical advice and guidance. Always discuss diet and lifestyle changes with your doctor first.

We occasionally see the term “seaweed” and “sea vegetables” used as a recommendation for thyroid patients. But is it really a thyroid-healthy food? That's what we're going to explore in this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites.⁠ ⁠

We'll discuss:⁠ ⁠

The pros and cons of this trending superfood. ⁠
Iodine in seaweed and why it matters. ⁠
Other thyroid-supportive nutrients in seaweed. ⁠
Which types of seaweed are best and which to avoid.⁠
How to decide whether eating seaweed is right for you. ⁠ ⁠

If you eat or are curious about whether or not to eat more seaweed, don't miss this one!

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Full post with links and sources
Hypothyroid Chef Website
My FREE Thyroid-healthy Recipe Collection

Quick disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only, and in no way should be considered a substitute for professional medical advice and guidance. Always discuss diet and lifestyle changes with your doctor first.

Whether you love or don't love to cook, whether you're cooking for one or cooking for an army, you CAN harness the life-changing power of thyroid-healthy meals...if you MEAL PLAN.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I'm going to share my top tips on thyroid-healthy meal prep and planning, so that you can harness the power of thyroid-healthy eating.

We'll Discuss:

Some of the biggest challenges of Thyroid-healthy Eating
The 3 main approaches to thyroid-healthy meal planning
My #1 Tip meal prep tip for ALL Thyroid Thrivers
Incorporating our families and kids
How to avoid making 2 separate meals for us and our families
How to avoid kitchen burnout

🔗 Helpful Links 🔗

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
The Thyroid-healthy Meal Plan Kickstart
Full blog post with links and resources
Hypothyroid Chef Website

Thyroid-healthy eating sounds good on paper, and we want (sometimes desperately) to feel better, have energy, and feel like ourselves again, but doubts inevitably creep into our minds...

Is all of this even worth it?
Will I have to be cooking all the time?
Can I afford to eat this way?
Is it going to be too restrictive?

In this episode, I'm going to answer all of these questions, in specific detail. I'm putting it all out on the table, so we can explore these doubts together. Not only will I be sharing the facts, but also some of my personal experiences with these roadblocks. Most importantly, I'm going to give you real-world honest answers.

In case we haven't met yet, I'm Ginny Mahar, a thyroid health and cooking coach. I teach Thyroid Thrivers how to eat well and live well, so they can feel well. I share recipes and lifestyle tips on my blog, as well as on this weekly show, Thyroid-healthy Bites. Enjoy the show and thanks for watching! ~ Ginny

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Full Blog Post with Links & Sources
Hypothyroid Chef Website
What is Thyroid-healthy Eating?

When it comes to thyroid-healthy eating, it can be helpful to have some quick fuel choices for those busy days. In this video, I'll share over 20 snack ideas to choose from. All of them feature 'clean', whole-food ingredients and are free of gluten, dairy, grains, refined sugar, and soy. They're also rich in thyroid-supportive nutrients, and Paleo compliant.

In case we haven't met yet, I'm Ginny Mahar, a thyroid health and cooking coach. I teach Thyroid Thrivers how to eat well and live well, so they can feel well. I share recipes and lifestyle tips on my blog, as well as on this weekly show, Thyroid-healthy Bites.

I hope this video gives you loads of inspiring ideas to help you stay on the thyroid-healthy track. Thanks for watching, and enjoy!

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Full Blog Post with Links & Recipes
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bliss Balls Recipe
Sweet Potato Awesome: 10% OFF Code: AWESOMESAUCE
Paleo Treats! 10% OFF Code: THYROIDREFRESH

As Thyroid Thrivers, it's crucial to understand the WHYs and HOWs behind eliminating gluten. It may not be easy, especially at first, but it could be the single most effective step you take, towards reclaiming your health.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I'm interviewing the perfect guest to help us better understand, "Your Thyroid on Gluten," and why it's a big deal.

Whitney Morgan is the founder of Morgan Nutrition and the creator of the Thyroid RebootMethod. Whitney is a licensed acupuncturist, a functional nutritionist, and a certified gluten-free health coach. In addition to her private practice, she serves as a clinical advisor and instructor for the Association of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioners.

We'll Discuss:

The gluten and thyroid connection
Whitney's zero gluten stance for thyroid patients
Testing options for gluten sensitivity
Why celiac testing is not enough
Tips for going gluten-free
Common mistakes when going gluten-free

Helpful Links:

Whitney Morgan's Website
Whitney's Thyroid Lab Test Interpretation Guide
My Gluten-free Recipe Collection
Full Blog Post with Video

These cloud-like Raspberry Cream gels are infused with fresh raspberries and a touch of "cream" from a dollop of dairy-free yogurt. Made with unflavored gelatin these healthy treats melt in your mouth, and supply a dose of skin, hair, nail, and gut-nourishing collagen. But it's the fresh raspberries that really steal the show.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we’re heading to the kitchen for a special Valentine’s Day-worthy treat that happens to be gluten-free, dairy-free, Paleo, and 100% thyroid-healthy.

Throughout the video, I’ll be sharing my top tips for cooking with gelatin– an amazing thyroid-healthy food!

Enjoy the show, and this special treat! 💝

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Full Blog Post with Printable Recipe
MORE Thyroid-healthy Sweets & Treats

One of the best ways to warm up is from the inside out. But highly caffeinated, super-sugary, or alcoholic drinks aren't the best for us in the long run and can lead to worsening symptoms and other health complications.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I'm going to put something warm between those cold hands, with 5 Thyroid-healthy Hot Drinks.

Cheers, to your health!

Recipes Included:

Orange-spice Rooibos
Golden Milk
Turmeric Hot Chocolate
Lemon Ginger Toddy
Pumpkin Spice Dandelion Latte

Helpful Links:

FREE Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Epic Pure Water Filters - 20% OFF Code: HYPOCHEF
Electric Turmeric from Pique Teas - 5% OFF Code: THYROID5
MORE Thyroid-healthy Beverages

Full disclosure: Some of the links in this post may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase a product using one of these links, it will support my work at no additional cost to you.

The Omicron tidal wave hit my house this week. While I can't say we're in the clear for sure, it has made me think a lot about all the things I do to stay healthy. See, all the principles of thyroid-healthy living that we talk about here, are also helping me maintain my health through a scary, and way-too-long global pandemic.

We’ll discuss:

My 8 Daily Rituals of Thyroid-healthy Living
What my life was like before Thyroid-healthy Living
How Thyroid-healthy Living has Changed My Health
What happened when Covid came to our house
My personal experience with the vaccine
Connecting the dots between my choices and my big WHY

Helpful Links

Download your FREE Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Full Post with Links and Sources
Hypothyroid Chef Website
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe collection

There are countless, surprising, and increasing sources of toxins in our lives. These toxins can negatively impact the way our thyroid functions, how we metabolize our thyroid meds, and how we convert inactive T4 thyroid hormone to active T3. This is why it's so important to support our detox pathways through the foods we eat.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I'm going to be sharing my 5 Favorite Detoxifying Foods for Thyroid Thrivers. First, we’ll take a deeper look into WHY this is important for our thyroid health. Then, we’ll look at each of these 5 foods, along with ways you can incorporate more of them into your diet.

This one’s going to help you dial up the power of your thyroid-healthy diet, so be sure to listen to the end, and enjoy!

We'll Discuss:

Why detoxification is important
Why a gentle approach is best
Why I chose these 5 foods
My top 5 detoxifying foods
How you can easily incorporate these foods

Helpful Links:

Download your FREE Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Full Post with Recipe Links and Sources
Hypothyroid Chef Website
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe collection

2021...Welp, that was a mechanical bull ride. 😂😭

What worked? What didn't? What are my 3 biggest takeaways for YOU? This is what we're going to cover in this raw and personal review of 2021.

We’ll also take a look into the crystal ball to see what’s on the horizon in 2022.

Helpful Links

The Thyroid-friendly Workout Kit -- 20% OFF CODE: WORKIT20

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide

Read the full blog post

Browse my thyroid-healthy recipes

Hypothyroid Chef Website

Do you struggle with staying active since your thyroid issues began? If so, you're not alone!

Exercising with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's comes with unique challenges and considerations. While it's crucial to our wellness to stay active and get regular physical movement, there’s a bit more to it than just getting the prescribed 30 minutes a day.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we're going to cover the basics of thyroid-friendly exercise, including my Top 5 Exercise Tips for Thyroid Thrivers.

Helpful Links

The Thyroid-friendly Workout Kit -- 20% OFF CODE: WORKIT20

Read the full blog post

Browse my thyroid-healthy recipes

Hypothyroid Chef Website

We've all set goals or resolutions we didn't stick with, and probably some goals we have. What makes the difference between those goals that didn't make it past Week 1, and the ones that became our new normal?

In this blog post and this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we're going to explore the methodology behind setting goals that work, using the time-tested framework of SMART goals. I'll explain and guide you through each step so that you can create a health goal or New Year's Resolution you'll actually stick with, in less than 30 minutes!

Helpful Links

Read the full post with step-by-step SMART goal guide

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide

Browse my thyroid-healthy recipes

Hypothyroid Chef Website

Bone broth happens to be an incredibly thyroid-healthy recipe with gut-nourishing collagen, elastin, and gelatin, and several amino acids and minerals.

There are a million things you can do with bone broth, from soups to sauces to sipping broth. In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I’m going to show you just how easy it is to make bone broth a staple in your thyroid-healthy diet.

Helpful Links

Printable Recipe for Chicken Bone Broth

FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide

Browse my thyroid-healthy recipes

Even for the thriving-est among us, travel can throw a wrench in our gears, aggravating common hypothyroid symptoms like constipation, fatigue, anxiety, hair shedding, brain fog-- the WORKS!

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, I'm going to share with you my Top 10 Travel Essentials for Thyroid Thrivers. These are the things I never leave home without.

Whether you've got a trip coming up or are an armchair traveler who wants to discover some amazing ways to support yourself daily as a Thyroid Thriver, you don't want to miss this episode.

You can find links to all of these products below, or in the Hypothyroid Chef Favorites Store!

Full disclosure: The links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase a product using one of these links, it will support my work at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Drink Mix
Pique Tea Crystals. 5% OFF code: THYROID5
ThinkSport Sunblock SPF 50+
Ancient Minerals Magnesium Lotion
Natural Vitality CALM Magnesium Drink (or Gummies)
Organic India Tulsi Tea
Just Thrive Probiotic. 15% OFF code: THYROID15
Beekeepers B.Immune Propolis Throat Spray. 15% OFF code: THYREF
Kiss My Face Triple Action Fluoride-Free Toothpaste
Epic Filtered Water Bottles. 20% OFF code: HYPOCHEF

Okay, Thyroid Thrivers! I hope these recommendations help make your next trip a little easier on you, more thyroid-healthy, safe, and a lot more fun!

Other Helpful Links:

Hypothyroid Chef Favorites Store
FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide
Subscribe on iTunes
Follow on Spotify
Subscribe on YouTube
Subscribe on Google Podcasts
Listen on the podcast page

Natural Vitality Calm #1 Selling Magnesium Citrate Supplement, Anti-Stress Magnesium Supplement Drink Mix Powder- Raspberry Lemon, Vegan, Gluten Free and Non-GMO (Package May Vary), 16 oz 113 Servings

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In this week's episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we're going to switch things up a bit. I'll be in the hot seat this time, being interviewed by the amazing Annabel Bateman of the Let's Talk Thyroid Podcast. She had me on her show to talk all about food, glorious thyroid-healthy food!

Annabel is a health coach, cookbook author, Hashimoto's patient, mom of three teenagers (!!!), and a fellow Thyroid Thriver from Australia. She reached out to me via Instagram because we both LOVE thyroid-healthy eating and recipes. Like me, Annabel has used diet and lifestyle to manage her thyroid symptoms with life-changing success. In fact, she recently found out that her thyroid antibodies are so low she's essentially in remission!

We had so much to talk about and I had a great time on her show. This episode is a little longer than my normal episode length, but there's a ton of great information, inspiration, and practical tips we both shared as we compared notes and personal stories.

We Discuss:

My healing journey and my mission
The 4 core principles of thyroid-healthy eating
The three primary food groups in a thyroid-healthy diet
Strategies for making diet and lifestyle changes that stick
Mindset shifts that have helped us navigate a new and better way of eating
Tackling gluten-free breakfasts
Practical kitchen tips for real-world, thyroid-healthy cooking
How to approach sweets, treats, and desserts.

Helpful Links:

Annabel Bateman's website, and the Let's Talk Thyroid Podcast
Free Download: The Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Browse my Thyroid-healthy Recipe Library
Subscribe on iTunes
Follow on Spotify
Subscribe on YouTube
Subscribe on Google Podcasts
Listen on the podcast page

White potatoes can be one of those "gray-area" foods when it comes to a thyroid-healthy diet. Are they just more "starchy food" or "empty calories" that's going to send our blood sugar into the stratosphere? Are they mere standard-American plate filler or do they actually have some nutritional heft?

Potatoes are like the Hooper Humperdink of common whole-foods-based dietary templates like Whole30 and Paleo. They weren't invited to the party, but now they are. But then, for true elimination diets like AIP, they are a no-go.

Why is that? What's up with spuds and should we be eating more, less, or none of them? These are the questions we're going to explore in this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites.

Helpful Links & Sources:

Free Download: The Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Free Download: The Simple Guide to Healthy Cooking Fats & Oils
Thyroid-healthy Bites, Ep.5: What is Thyroid-healthy Eating?
Browse my Thyroid-healthy Recipe Library
My Guide to the Ultimate GF/DF Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Potatoes: Friend or Foe of Paleo by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne
Resistant Starch: It's not all sunshine and roses by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne
Potatoes 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Effects (Healthline)

Believe me, I've endured quite a few failed or lackluster experiments with GF/DF mashers and gravy, so I'm excited to share my bullet-proof method with you in this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites.

Helpful Links

Grab the Printable Recipes

Free Download: The Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide

Browse my complete thyroid-healthy recipe collection

When it comes to figuring out the ideal thyroid-healthy diet for YOU, there are so many pathways to getting there. That’s where we can get confused and overwhelmed, FAST.

Should I be gluten-free? Paleo? AIP? Ask 5 different experts this question and you might get 5 different answers. What's a Thyroid Thriver to do? Which diet is best for YOU? Where should you begin?

That is what I’m here to help you figure out, in this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites.

We'll Discuss:

The goal of thyroid-healthy eating
The importance of working with a functional/holistic healthcare professional when making dietary changes
The micro-step approach vs. the go-big approach
Pros, cons, pitfalls, and rewards of the most common dietary templates recommended for Thyroid Thrivers (GF/DF/SF/Paleo/AIP)
My personal experience with making dietary changes
Determining which spot on the dietary spectrum is right for you, right now
How to set yourself up for success

Whether you're already eating for your thyroid and overall health, or are ready to take the first step on that journey, don't miss this jam-packed episode!

Helpful Links:

Free Download: The Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe library

Also, don't miss the previous episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites (ep.5) where we explored the question: What is Thyroid-healthy Eating? Hope it helps!

What is thyroid-healthy eating?

Well, that can be a tricky question to answer because there is no one-size-fits-all thyroid diet. We all have unique dietary needs and sensitivities.

In this episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, we're going to cover the why's and how's of thyroid-healthy eating, so you can think about your current diet, and how it may or may not be serving your thyroid and overall health.

Here's what we're going to cover:

Basic concepts of thyroid-healthy eating
What do the experts say?
Why is gluten so problematic for us?
Why is gut health an important part of thyroid-healthy eating?
My personal journey with making dietary changes
Avoiding common pitfalls
Deciding on the best thyroid-health eating approach, for YOU.

Helpful Links:

Free Download: The Thyroid Thrivers' Grocery Guide
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe library

Also, don't miss the next episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites (ep.6) where we'll explore the best dietary approach for hypothyroidism and/or Hashimoto's!

Chicken Saltimbocca is a classic Italian dish where chicken cutlets are wrapped in fresh sage and prosciutto, then browned in a skillet, and topped with a rich and lemony pan sauce. Saltimbocca can also be made with pork or veal cutlets, but chicken is so easy to source and works especially well here.

We make this version all the time at home and it's always a showstopper. In fact, the Italian translation of "Saltimbocca," is, "It jumps in the mouth!"

Watching the way my family wolf's this down, I would say that's pretty accurate! LOL

But the best part about this recipe for us Thyroid Thrivers is that it is gluten-free, dairy-free, Paleo, and AIP-friendly.

On Today's Menu:

Chicken Saltimbocca (GF/DF/Paleo/AIP-friendly) - Printable Recipe + Video

Suggested Accompaniments:

Zucchini Pappardelle with Mushrooms (GF, DF, Paleo, AIP)
Mashed Winter Squash 3 Ways (GF, DF, Paleo, AIP)
Toasted Quinoa (GF, DF)
Jovial Brown Rice Pasta (GF, DF)
Spaghetti Squash (GF, DF, Paleo, AIP)

Helpful Links:

The Simple Guide to Healthy Cooking Fats & Oils - free download
Hypothyroid Chef Website

When it comes to choosing healthy cooking fats and oils there's a lot to consider and it can get overwhelming fast. The good news is that all it takes to make better decisions about cooking fats and oils is a little bit of knowledge.

Here's what we're going to cover:

Rules of thumb for choosing the right fats and oils
Which oils to absolutely avoid
Which oils are best for higher, medium, low, and no-heat cooking
How to read oil labels
Myth-busting everyone’s favorite healthy fat: Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Resources from the Show:

Free Download: The Simple Guide to Healthy Cooking Fats & Oils
Article: Olive Oil Redemption: Yes, It's a Great Cooking Oil
Browse my thyroid-healthy recipe collection

My Favorite Fats & Oils:

Himalayan Pink Salt Grass-fed Ghee by 4th & Heart
100% Pure Avocado Oil by Chosen Foods
Macadamia Nut Oil by Ellyndale/NOW Foods
Cage-free Duck Fat by Fatworks
Pasture-raised Leaf Lard by Fatworks
Organic Unrefined Sesame Oil by Spectrum
Organic Extra Virgin Mediterranean Olive Oil by Spectrum
Organic Cold-pressed Virgin Coconut Oil by Nutiva
Roasted Walnut Oil by La Tourangelle
Toasted Pumpkin Seed Oil by La Tourangelle
Fresh Cold-pressed Flax Oil by Barlean's

Nutiva Organic Cold-Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil, 54 Fl Oz, USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Fair Trade, Whole 30 Approved, Vegan, Keto, Fresh Flavor and Aroma for Cooking & Healthy Skin and Hair

La Tourangelle, Roasted Walnut Oil, Plant-Based Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Cooking, Baking, & Beauty, 8.45 fl oz

Barlean's Fresh Flaxseed Oil from Cold Pressed Flax Seeds - 7,640mg ALA Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Improving Heart Health - Vegan, USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Gluten Free - 16-Ounce

La Tourangelle, Toasted Pumpkin Seed Oil, Great for Cooking, Salad Dressings, Pastas, and Spreads - Health and Beauty Oil, 8.45 fl oz

Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil 16.9 oz., Non-GMO for High-Heat Cooking, Frying, Baking, Homemade Sauces, Salad Dressings and Marinades

Thyroid-healthy eating can sometimes feel like a game of compromise. How can we enjoy burger night, without the super-processed, glutinous bun? The answer: Burger Salad.

Trust me when I say that there really are no compromises here. This meal plays on repeat at our house, and truth be told, I'm the only one skipping the bun. I'm also the one having the MOST fun loading up my plate with all the deluxe toppings I want! No bloat, no guilt, no gluten, and no regrets. Burgers are just better this way.

On Today’s Menu:

Deluxe Burger Salad with Caramelized Onions, Bacon and Special Sauce
Crispy Sweet Potato Rounds

Resources from the Show:

The Simple Guide to Healthy Fats & Oils
Deluxe Burger Salad with Special Sauce Recipe
Crispy Sweet Potato Rounds Recipe

Welcome to the very first episode of Thyroid-healthy Bites, a weekly podcast featuring thyroid-healthy recipes and lifestyle. I’m Ginny Mahar, your host, and the face behind the apron at HypothyroidChef.com.

I help Thyroid Thrivers eat well, and live well, so they can FEEL WELL. I am so thrilled to introduce this podcast, my new website, and...well...ME!

We're going to cover:

What to expect from Thyroid-healthy Bites?
Who the heck am I?
And what is Hypothyroid Chef?

Pull up a chair and get comfortable! At Thyroid-healthy Bites, there's always an extra seat at the table, yummy things to eat, and lively conversation about how we can THRIVE, hypothyroidism or not.

Resources from the episode:

The Simple Guide to Healthy Fats & Oils
The Thyroid Tuneup
Paloma's Complete Thyroid Test Kit (30% OFF with this affiliate link)