Dr. Westin Childs 
Some myths in the thyroid community tend to linger far longer than they should and one of those is the idea that ashwagandha is somehow harmful to patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Some information on the internet would have you believe that this adaptogenic herb should be avoided if you have Hashimoto’s because it can make your …
It still surprises me that there are people out there who don’t drink enough water. If you don’t have enough reasons to drink this life-saving substance then I have one more for you: Drinking water helps your thyroid do its job. You already know that hypothyroidism is bad because it causes symptoms like weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, …
Yes, thyroid conditions can have a devastating impact on your quality of life. But, there are ways to mitigate these effects with the use of some clever gizmos and gadgets. And as long as you know what works and what to buy, you can make that special thyroid person in your life one happy camper. …
Is it possible to increase T4 thyroid hormone in your body without relying on prescription thyroid medications? Absolutely, and it’s probably not as hard as you might think. If you don’t like the idea of being on thyroid medication for the rest of your life, or if you just like the idea of naturally increasing …
Look: there are a lot of healthy and great foods out there, there’s no doubt about it. But when it comes to supporting your thyroid, some are heads and shoulders above the rest. Chia seeds fall into this category. What are chia seeds? Simply put they are an ultra-healthy seed that grows in Central America. …
T2 thyroid hormone is emerging as an incredibly important and potent thyroid hormone. And tons and tons of thyroid patients are taking notice. This has led many a thyroid patient to ask themselves an important question: “How can I test my own T2 level to see if I should take it?”. If this thought has …
Did you know that your thyroid has to pay a tax if you have gut problems? I call it the thyroid-gut tax. Despite the fact that anatomically your thyroid gland isn’t all that close to your gut, they are still connected. The reason for this is multi-fold: The Thyroid-Gut Axis Collectively, the connection between your …
The presence of antibodies in your body is never normal and indicates something is wrong with your immune system. Under no circumstance should your body ever create antibodies to your own tissues! When this happens, your immune system will eventually destroy whatever tissue it’s trying to attack. If your body attacks your thyroid, as in the …
Looking for some dinner ideas that are healthy and gluten-free that will also support your thyroid? You’ve come to the right place. All 10 of the listed recipes below are GREAT for patients with hypothyroidism, low thyroid function, or a sluggish thyroid. We’ve created these recipes and have ensured that they are hypothyroid-friendly and thyroid-approved. …
Want an easy way to check the status of your thyroid and overall health? All you need to do is look at your nails. You might think that your nails are purely cosmetic but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Yes, the nails form a cosmetic and functional purpose, but they can also tell …
