T2 is a thyroid hormone produced as other thyroid hormones are broken down. Early research suggests it may affect metabolism, energy expenditure, and fat burning. However, much of the research has been done in animals or isolated cells, and researchers have raised concerns about potential heart effects and TSH suppression. There is still a lot we don’t know.
What you should know about T2 thyroid hormone ⎸ Ep. 222 Read Post »
The October slide is a name people in the autoimmune community use for the changes that come with fall: more school or work stress, low barometric pressure, more illnesses, darker days with lower vitamin D, and less exercise. It is not a diagnosis. With Hashimoto’s, you can still look at which of those changes you have some control over.
Feeling worse every fall with Hashimoto’s? The October slide ⎸ Ep. 120 and 220 Read Post »
Winter wellness with Hashimoto’s is not about trying to guarantee that you never get sick. You will be exposed to viruses and bacteria, and sometimes you will get sick. You can be proactive by reducing threats, supporting your immune system, and strengthening your defenses so your whole body is better supported through the winter.
Winter wellness with Hashimoto’s using 3 simple strategies ⎸ Ep. 14 Read Post »
Your friend shared a product or “a great opportunity”? Evaluate supplement claims in three steps. Start with gratitude for the person who recommended it. Then look at the science, the third party testing, the product quality, and the ethics of the company selling it. If it passes, write down a baseline, try it, and monitor it for a set period before you decide.
How to evaluate supplement claims without wasting money ⎸ Ep. 22 Read Post »
Guest Kim Rogers says a parasite overgrowth can make other organs read wrong when nothing is actually wrong with them. Her test is simple. Cleanse for 30 days, and if things calm down, that tells you something. She says parasites may not be your only root cause, but they were a place to start.
Parasites and Hashimoto’s symptoms and where to start ⎸ Ep. 219 Read Post »
Coffee enemas involve putting brewed, cooled coffee into the colon rather than drinking it. Reported benefits include increased glutathione production and “detoxification.” There is little scientific evidence for them, so after weighing the benefits vs risks, I tried them after years of migraines around my period and noticed that my usual medications seemed to work better afterward. (Personal experience, not medical advice.)
Coffee Enemas. What?! Really?? ⎸ Ep. 158 [Hashimoto’s Health Lab] Read Post »
Daily journaling gives you a place to track symptoms, notice patterns, and write down what you’re grateful for. You can use a simple paper notebook to record what bothers you most, such as fatigue, brain fog, or joint pain. Start with one thing and keep it simple.
Daily journaling for your health with Hashimoto’s ⎸ Ep. 159 [Hashimoto’s Health Lab] Read Post »
A castor oil pack is a clean cloth soaked in castor oil and placed on your skin. I prefer organic cotton and organic castor oil. This is topical use. You are not drinking the oil or using an enema. An oil-proof layer helps protect your clothes because castor oil stains.
Castor oil packs for Hashimoto’s and how I use them ⎸ Ep. 157 [Hashimoto’s Health Lab] Read Post »
Is your tap water secretly sabotaging your health? If you’re living with Hashimoto’s, the answer might surprise you. In this Hashimoto’s Health Lab, I’m sharing why clean water is crucial for reducing autoimmune triggers. You’re exposed to toxins every day—think chlorine, PFAS, and even microplastics—that can worsen symptoms like fatigue and brain fog. I’ll walk you through what’s lurking in your water and how a simple tool like a water filter can help you take control of your health.
I chose a far infrared sauna for Hashimoto’s because cold is one of my personal triggers, but I’m also sensitive to heat. I wanted a lower-temperature option with my head outside. My goal was to warm up and address environmental exposures, with short sessions I could tolerate.
Why I chose a far infrared sauna for Hashimoto’s ⎸ Ep. 155 [Hashimoto’s Health Lab] Read Post »
