Dr. Westin Childs Podcast: Thyroid | Weight Loss | Hormones

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/

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 p

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 med

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 producti

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 nat

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. Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone

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 thyro

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 co