Dr. Westin Childs 
Does it feel like there are no good treatments available for patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? It’s not in your head, it’s the truth. Despite Hashimoto’s being the most common cause of hypothyroidism in developed countries, there are VERY few treatments available for this condition. Before you get worked up, let me explain: Yes, we have treatments …
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to take thyroid medication first thing in the morning. I know, I know, a lot of you are probably getting ready to throw your thyroid medication at me for even suggesting such a thing but it is true. The truth is that there is nothing magical about taking your …
Struggling to keep your appetite under control? It’s not in your head, it’s probably related to your thyroid. It’s very common for thyroid patients to experience dysregulated hunger cues [1] causing them to eat more than they should and to gain weight. These hunger cues stem from the impact that thyroid hormones have on different hormones and …
GLP-1 agonists have gained a tremendous amount of attention over the last few years for their potential to help people lose weight. And while this may seem amazing, especially for thyroid patients who have struggled with weight loss resistance their entire life, they may not be the miracle drugs you think they are. Just to …
I hate to re-hash one of the most overused statements of all time, but I’m going to anyway: As the saying goes… “all disease begins in the gut”. Now, don’t take this literally because it’s not true that every disease begins in the gut. But it’s definitely true that the gut plays a role in …
I can’t think of another topic that causes more controversy than the topic of iodine. Regardless, we’re going to dive straight in. One of the most controversial aspects of iodine has to do with dosing. Most people, if you’ve done any amount of research, realize that iodine is essential and required to sustain life. That …
I’ve gone on record saying that when a doctor tells you that your thyroid symptoms are in your head you should run, not walk, away. But that’s not entirely true. It is definitely the case that sometimes other conditions can run around masquerading like hypothyroidism. And some of these conditions can mimic the symptoms of hypothyroidism so …
Looking for a simple way to boost the effectiveness of your thyroid? It turns out that enhancing thyroid function doesn’t have to be complicated. Yes, there will always be times when you need to adjust your thyroid medication and interpret complex thyroid lab test results. But that isn’t what we are talking about today. Today I’m …
Bloating is never a normal symptom, especially if you have Hashimoto’s. In fact, the presence of this symptom is a warning sign that something is off with your thyroid. But the good news is that you don’t have to live with it forever, and a few simple treatments can help you slim down your waist …
Is chocolate actually healthy for your thyroid gland? Well, not as healthy as other foods, but it’s probably not as unhealthy as you might think. Dark chocolate is loaded with polyphenols, fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants, all of which are beneficial for your thyroid. And eating dark chocolate, in the right amount each day, can actually …
