Dr. Westin Childs 
On average women gain around 10-15 pounds during the menopause transition. But, is there a way to prevent this weight gain? If it’s already happened is there anything you can do to lose weight? If you are struggling with weight gain after menopause then this is the article for you. We are going to explore …
This is video #3 in my thyroid beginner series and today it’s all about T4. T4 is essential in understanding your thyroid because it’s actually 3 different things in one. T4 is a prescription medication, a hormone that your body produces naturally, and a test that you can order. Learn the differences, what they mean …
This is lesson #2 in my thyroid beginner series which is primarily designed for those who are building a foundation of knowledge in thyroid dysfunction or for those who have recently been diagnosed. Today we will be discussing why there is so much controversy surrounding thyroid treatment and why it can be difficult to get …
Are you suffering from hot flashes, weight gain, depression, or other symptoms of low estrogen? Have you considered using the medication estradiol to help reduce these symptoms? If so, this is the article for you. We are going to discuss the importance of estradiol in the female body, how it interacts with other important sex …
Natural desiccated thyroid is a thyroid medication that comes from pigs! This medication contains a more “complete” profile of thyroid hormones when compared to almost all synthetic thyroid medications out there. This has led many people to tout NDT as the “best” thyroid medication. In this article, we are going to explore this claim while …
Are hormone pellets the holy grail of hormone replacement therapy? Do they really provide you with a hands-off, low-maintenance solution to your symptoms? Not exactly, but there’s a time and place for them to be used. If you were to ask me, though, I would tell you there are plenty of other, better options available. …
Are you suffering from depression, weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? Are you approaching the age of 50? If so, then these symptoms may be attributed to the decline in important sex hormones which is seen during the menopause transition. You can easily identify if you are in menopause with some very simple tests. …
Does thyroid disease lead to eyebrow hair loss? The answer is definitely yes. If you have thyroid problems (such as hypothyroidism) then chances are high that you might also be suffering from eyebrow hair loss. One big issue with eyebrow hair loss is that this symptom can persist even though you are taking thyroid medication! …
Fasting is probably the single cheapest and most effective weight loss tool that exists for thyroid patients. It doesn’t cost money to buy new foods, protein bars, protein powders, or supplements and all it requires is some willpower and the ability to refrain from eating. But does it actually work? Will fasting help you lose …
The endocrine system is probably one of the most important systems in your entire body. Why? Because it produces the hormones that make you, you. Small changes to these hormones can result in big symptoms in your quality of life. Fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, and libido changes are just some of the consequences of …
