Dr. Westin Childs 
The food that you put into your mouth and into your body can either have a positive or negative impact on Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I’m definitely not disputing that. But in this article, I want to dispute some of the so-called “facts” that float around the internet, Facebook groups, and other forums, regarding how effective diet …
This is a topic that can be confusing for thyroid patients. And, by the way, the information we are about to talk about applies to ALL thyroid medications even though today we are primarily focusing on Synthroid. Synthroid is a thyroid medication used to treat low thyroid function. While it isn’t the most popular thyroid …
Should you use the Copper IUD Over Other Forms of Birth Control? When it comes to birth control, there are MANY options available. But how do you know which one you should use? As someone who frequently manages hormones in women, my recommendation is to pick the form of birth control that impacts your sex …
2020 Has Been a Rough Year For Thyroid Patients 2020 has been a rough year for everyone but especially for thyroid patients! We’ve had to deal with several recalls of thyroid medications over the year which has caused a significant amount of stress for those who suddenly had to switch medications or dosages. This blog …
If you have Hashimoto’s then you probably don’t me to tell you how frustrating it can be to try and feel better. But allow me to give you some good news: Feeling like your old self is definitely possible even if you have a rip-roaring case of Hashimoto’s. The key is to find the right …
The Connection Between Eating Disorders and Thyroid Problems You probably already know that the foods that you eat have a powerful impact on thyroid function, which is why you can change your diet to treat your thyroid. But did you know that your eating BEHAVIOR also has an impact on your thyroid gland? I’m talking …
The Relationship Between Your Thyroid and Vitamin B12 Status Would it surprise you to know that a great many thyroid patients are vitamin B12 deficient? Or that the symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency can closely mimic hypothyroidism? The truth is that any thyroid patient who suffers from LOW thyroid (including those with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, those who are post-RAI, and post thyroidectomy) is …
We are going back to the basics today to talk about one of the MOST important thyroid lab tests that many of you probably have never heard about. I know what you’re thinking… If it’s so important, why hasn’t my doctor ordered it and why haven’t I heard about it? I’m going to explain the …
If you have a thyroid problem then there’s also a good chance that you are taking other prescription medications. How do I know? Because a thyroid issue puts you at high risk for problems like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, depression, and more. But did you know that these prescription medications used to treat these …
Methimazole: What You Need To Know Are you taking methimazole for hyperthyroidism? If so, there are some things you should know about this medication. For starters, how about the fact that it can have some serious consequences on your liver? Or how about the fact that it can directly lead to weight gain? These are …
