Dr. Westin Childs 
High Leptin levels lead to weight loss resistance, a ravenous appetite, and constant weight gain (yes it can make weight loss almost impossible). That’s the bad news… The good news is that you can influence leptin levels through your diet (and other ways that we will discuss later). One of the big problems with Leptin …
Cytomel is the most powerful thyroid medication which means that it can also have some powerful side effects. If you’re taking Cytomel and wondering if you are experiencing side effects then sit tight because we are going to dive into everything you need to know about this medication. For instance… Did you know that Cytomel …
Diet is one of the most important parts of treating your hypothyroidism. Not only can it help you lose weight, but diet also plays an important role in reducing symptoms. That means eating the right foods and avoiding the wrong ones can impact how much energy you have, and your waistline and help you to …
Gas, bloating, and constipation. What do these three things have in common? They may be caused by SIBO, SIFO, or yeast overgrowth inside your body… SIBO is an inflammatory condition that can cause problems in all systems in your body. Because it can be so difficult to treat it requires a combination of a specific …
Test your metabolism: Do you gain weight by just smelling food? Have you been on multiple calorie-restricted diets throughout your life? Are you eating 1,000 calories per day just to MAINTAIN your weight? Are you cold, fatigued, and exhausted? If you answered YES to any of these questions then there is a HIGH chance that …
Will taking Armour thyroid help you lose weight, feel better, and have more energy? That is the question that many patients have and one of the main reasons they want to at least give Armour thyroid a try. Armour thyroid is a special thyroid medication that is formulated to include ALL of the thyroid hormones …
This post will teach you everything you need to know about thyroid medications, how to use them correctly, how to pick the best medication for your body, and other tips and tricks to help you along the way. Feel confused about which thyroid medication you should be on? or which one is the best? You’re …
Why measure your basal body temperature? For starters, it’s a cheap way to assess your thyroid status (helpful for weight loss and fertility), your adrenal status (helpful to understand your energy levels), and whether or not you are ovulating (helpful for fertility purposes). You can potentially get all of this valuable information by simply checking …
Weight gain, acne, or hair loss. Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? These are only a few of the symptoms of high testosterone in women, but the real question is this: Why do women have high testosterone, to begin with, and what can you do to lower it? Unfortunately, many Doctors may tell you …
Would it surprise you to know that it takes at least 13 different nutrients to properly create and convert thyroid hormone to its active form? Or that by replacing these nutrient deficiencies with thyroid supplements you may be able to reduce your symptoms of hypothyroidism? You’re not alone… If you are considering taking supplements to …
