Why does exercise exhaust me? Episode 24.

Why does exercise exhaust me? Episode 24.

What is exercise intolerance?

This week we dive in to why it is so darn hard to exercise when you have Hashimoto's or other chronic health conditions. Cut yourself some slack and give this one a listen. You will learn a lot.

I talk with Andrea Wool  from www.getautoimmunestrong.com about this idea that we have to exercise the crap out of ourselves to lose weight and feel better about our chronic illness. We are getting real with this one and you are going to love what you hear. Getting stronger with autoimmune disease is not only possible but it is also very simple. So simple you'll will love it.

Body Belief. What you say to your body matters. Episode 23.

Body Belief. What you say to your body matters. Episode 23.

Making small changes to how you think, focusing on the positive, and breaking that negative loop — join Aimee Raupp, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and I in this empowering conversation. As Aimee says in this podcast, “ thoughts become neurotransmitters in the brain which dictates physiology throughout your entire body. Your thoughts are as powerful as your thyroid medication.” Aimee believes that a mind-body-nutrition approach was key to overcoming her illness and maintaining good long term health.

Oops! I forgot to take my medication. Plus, how’s your poop? Episode 17.

Oops! I forgot to take my medication. Plus, how’s your poop? Episode 17.

What do you do if you forget to take your medication? How are you eating? Are you always eating on the run? What happens when our digestion isn’t working well? Let’s talk about all of this and more as we look at the answers to these questions. Because when our digestion isn’t working well, it affects our thyroid — we will also be talking about poop. Join me in this real discussion about real life issues.

Cholesterol and thyroid problems. Episode 16.

Cholesterol and thyroid problems. Episode 16.

When you replace “why is this happening to me” with “what is this trying to teach me?” — everything changes. We go from a place of feeling like a victim to being in control of our situation. Mindset is SO important.

In this episode we talk about cholesterol, the break down of fats, what helps your body make healthy bile, and what fats are good. Recommended books include: Cholesterol Clarity and Statin Nation.

Depression, swelling, weight gain, exhaustion, endometriosis, and feeling hopeless. Episode 15.

Depression, swelling, weight gain, exhaustion, endometriosis, and feeling hopeless. Episode 15.

Let’s talk about energy and being grateful along with elimination diets and environmental factors. When there’s a lot going on with our bodies, it’s important to look at the changes that can be made with how we think, what we eat, what we expose ourselves to, and so much more. Join me as I tackle 26 year old Amanda’s questions regarding her overwhelming health issues.

Are you your diagnosis? A little bit about selenium. Episode 14.

Are you your diagnosis? A little bit about selenium. Episode 14.

Choosing to live life and not the diagnosis is important. Things can change. There is hope. Let’s talk about this and take a look at an article from Green Med Info talking about the use of selenium and Myo-Inositol to put Hashimoto’s into remission and Euthyroidism — which means your thyroid is working on its own.  

How do you push through the fatigue? Episode 13.

How do you push through the fatigue? Episode 13.

Let’s focus on fatigue. When you have Hashimoto’s, you know fatigue well. What can be contributing to it? Anemia. Food sensitivities. Vitamin B12 values. Irregular blood sugar. Digestion issues. Low vitamin D. Join me for this episode as we discuss this very debilitating symptom that can often have you feeling like you are moving in slow motion.

CoQ10 for energy. Does thyroid medication come from China? What is a flare? Episode 12.

CoQ10 for energy. Does thyroid medication come from China? What is a flare? Episode 12.

Some great questions about medication are answered in this week’s episode. What are your thoughts on CoQ10? Will this affect my thyroxine medication? Does your thyroid powder come from China? What is a flare? What should I do in the middle of a flare? Can I prevent them from happening at all? Join me in this ongoing conversation about Hashimoto’s and health.

High T3, low T4, recommendations on supplements to feel better. Episode 10.

High T3, low T4, recommendations on supplements to feel better. Episode 10.

Jordan, a 30 year old listener with a variety of symptoms, is looking for vitamin suggestions and ways to feel better. Let’s first look at what the causes of all those symptoms might be, and then look at some supplements and diet changes that could be helpful and why. Also, what are the symptoms of adrenal fatigue?

Endocrinologists, medication, and first steps to take when diagnosed. Episode 9.

Endocrinologists, medication, and first steps to take when diagnosed. Episode 9.

We go to the doctor and they tell us to take the medicine and come back in three months or so to be tested to see if we are at the right dosage.  I personally got nothing at all from an endocrinologist. You have a right to find someone who will listen. Unfortunately I realize that some of you have horrible health insurance and don’t have the ability to look around much so I have a plan for you! Join me for this episode as we explore the diagnosis and what comes next.

Acid blockers, digestion, and elimination. Episode 8.

Acid blockers, digestion, and elimination. Episode 8.

Terrible heart burn — What helps? Has anybody had any issues with Omeprazole or any acid reducer? Let’s talk about these acid blockers, how hypothyroidism can lead to low stomach acid, and how having less than good digestion is a real big problem for those of us with sluggish thyroids. There are a lot of things you can do to eliminate acid reflux and keep things moving along smoothly. Yes, we talk about poop, too!

Do you have symptoms of worn out Adrenal glands? Episode 7.

Do you have symptoms of worn out Adrenal glands? Episode 7.

We are talking about adrenal health in this episode. I go over some common symptoms and talk about what they mean. I also discuss very basic ways to work on healing your adrenals with supplement recommendations. I discuss how this relates to thyroid issues including Hashimoto's.

Natural desiccated thyroid hormone vs. synthetic, dry brittle hair, and having invisible illness. Episode 6.

Natural desiccated thyroid hormone vs. synthetic, dry brittle hair, and having invisible illness. Episode 6.

Let’s talk about the differences between natural thyroid hormone replacement and synthetic, why am I having dry brittle hair, and what’s it like to have an invisible disease. What would you want your friends and family to know?