Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations with Dr. Izabella Wentz
Welcome to Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, where Dr. Izabella Wentz, pharmacist, researcher and NYT bestselling author dives deep into the root causes of thyroid dysfunction, gut imbalances, fatigue, chronic health issues and autoimmunity. This show brings you deep, insightful conversations with top experts in functional medicine, nutrition, and wellness. We explore topics like gut health, adrenal support, detoxification, diet, and lifestyle changes to help you take control of your health and reclaim your energy. Join Dr. Wentz for solo episodes packed with practical strategies and insightful discussions from her own research and observations.
Episodes
122: Ending Chronic Illness: A New Program to Reverse Inflammation & Heal Persistent Disease With Dr. Richard Horowitz
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with Dr. Richard Horowitz, an integrative physician who has spent more than 40 years working with complex chronic illness, including Lyme and tick-borne diseases. His work eventually led him to develop the MSIDS model, or Multiple Systemic Infectious Disease Syndrome, which looks at 16 different factors that may
121: ADHD, Hormones, and Perimenopause: Why Your Brain Feels Different in Midlife With Dr. Jolene Brighten
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with hormone expert Dr. Jolene Brighten about why ADHD is so often missed in women and how hormonal changes throughout a woman’s life can influence the way ADHD symptoms show up. From puberty and hormonal birth control to postpartum, the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and postmenopause, they explore
120: Cortisol, Burnout & Adrenal Health: How to Restore Your Energy With Dr. Erin Kinney
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Erin Kinney, naturopathic doctor and author of The Cortisol Cure. She offers a fresh perspective on cortisol and its role in energy, stress, and healing. Rather than viewing cortisol as a hormone that is always “bad” and needs to be lowered, Dr. Kinney explains why understanding how the body
119: Why Hashimoto’s Symptoms Persist: The Root Causes You May Be Missing – Dr. Miles Nichols
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Miles Nichols, DAOM, MSOM, LAc, founder of Medicine With Heart Clinic and the Medicine With Heart Institute. Dr. Miles shares his personal Hashimoto’s healing journey, including his experience with debilitating fatigue and brain fog despite being told that his initial testing looked “normal.”
118: How Ayurveda Supports Thyroid Health, Inflammation & Gut Healing With Dr. Shivani Gupta
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, host Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic expert, author of The Inflammation Code, and founder of Fusionary Formulas. Dr. Gupta shares how her own childhood health struggles and a damaged gut microbiome led her to India to discover Ayurveda – an ancient, preventative system of healing that transformed
Ep117: PEMF Therapy & Red Light Therapy: Benefits, Differences & How They Work With Andy Smith
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Andy Smith, PEMF therapy educator and founder of CELLER8. Andy explains how pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy and red light therapy interact with the body at the cellular level – and why these technologies may support energy, sleep, recovery, pain management, and overall wellness.
Andy also shar
116: Chronic Lyme, Hashimoto’s, and the Hidden Root Causes Keeping You Sick With Melissa Schreibfeder
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Melissa Schreibfeder, registered nurse, board-certified functional medicine practitioner, and founder of the Functional Nurse Academy. Melissa shares her personal story of navigating postpartum thyroiditis, Hashimoto’s, chronic fatigue, and chronic Lyme disease after years of being dismissed by both conventi
115: Peptides for Thyroid Health? Breaking Through Fatigue, Brain Fog & Health Plateaus With Michael Antonelli
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with Michael Antonelli, founder and CEO of Healthgevity, about peptides, bioactive proteins, and precision longevity. They explore why eating well, exercising, taking supplements, and managing stress may stop delivering the same results – and how changes in cellular signaling, age, stress, hormones, and physiolo
114: The Truth About Fertility After 35, Hashimoto's, and Egg Quality With Aimee Raupp
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews fertility expert, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and author Aimee Raupp for an empowering conversation about fertility, ovarian health, and the science behind reproductive longevity. Dr. Wentz also shares her personal journey with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), low anti-Müller
113: Histamine Intolerance or Histamine Overload? Root Causes of Chronic Hives With Jennifer Fugo
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Jennifer Fugo, a clinical nutritionist, host of The Healthy Skin Show podcast, and an expert in uncovering the root causes of chronic skin conditions like eczema, chronic hives, dermatographia, and histamine-related symptoms.
Jennifer explains why she believes many people have been given an incomplete exp
112: The Hidden Nervous System Problem Keeping Your Thyroid Stuck With Elizabeth Clark
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with Elizabeth Clark, a former laboratory diagnostics researcher turned educator who specializes in nervous system regulation, advanced self-muscle testing, and the concept of "interference fields" – areas of scar tissue or injury that may disrupt communication within the body.
In this conversation, they expl
111: Can You Do Keto If You Have Hashimoto's? Your Top Keto Questions Answered With Ben Azadi
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews returning guest Ben Azadi to talk about some of the biggest keto facts and myths. Ben shares some fascinating answers to some of the most common questions about keto, including whether it's safe for people with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, the ideal daily carb count, how long someone should stay on keto,
110: The Missing Piece Of Healing: Boundaries, Self-Worth, And Nervous System Health With Amy Untamed
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with content creator, speaker, and self-trust advocate Amy Untamed about the often-overlooked emotional patterns that can contribute to chronic illness and autoimmune disease.
After recovering from chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) twice, Amy realized that lasting healing wasn't just about calming the nervous
109: Why Chronic Illness Recovery Requires the Right Sequence With Dr. Jarrod Cooper
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz sits down with naturopathic doctor and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Jarrod Cooper to explore why so many people with chronic illness remain stuck despite doing everything they’ve been told to do. Drawing on more than a decade of experience working with complex, treatment-resistant cases, Dr. Cooper shares the p
108: Is Not Speaking Your Truth Contributing to Thyroid Symptoms? - With Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz explores a question she has heard countless times from people with Hashimoto’s and thyroid conditions: Is not speaking your truth contributing to thyroid disease? Drawing from her own health journey, she shares personal experiences where suppressing her voice, avoiding difficult conversations, and prioritiz
107: Ask Dr. Anna Anything: Libido, Vaginal Health, Hormones, and Menopause Unfiltered
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Anna Cabeca – triple board-certified OB-GYN, functional medicine practitioner, and women’s hormone expert – for an open and honest conversation about the topics many women are too embarrassed to ask about. They discuss libido, vaginal health, painful intercourse, hormones, fertility, postpartum recovery,
106: Chronic Fatigue, Pain & Fibromyalgia: Healing the Body's Silent Messages With Nicolas Canon
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with Nicolas Canon, transformational guide and founder of Ayahuasca Colombia, about the emotional patterns that may influence chronic illness and autoimmune conditions. Together, they explore how stress, self-suppression, and unresolved emotional experiences can affect our relationship with health an
105: Bacon, Biohacking, and How to Live Your Best Life – With Abel James
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Abel James, the New York Times bestselling author of The Wild Diet, podcast host, musician, and longtime leader in the ancestral health movement. Together, they discuss how the wellness world has evolved over the past decade, why real food still matters, and how modern health culture can sometimes drift into
104: Fertility Secrets: What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Baby Making – Dr. Aumatma Simmons
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a double board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and fertility expert, about the hidden factors that can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Together, they explore why fertility challenges are often a symptom of deeper imbalances – including thyroid autoimmunity, microbiome iss
103: From “Unexplained Infertility” to Pregnant: Root-Cause Fertility With Dr. Jennifer Mercier
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Jennifer Mercier, a naturopathic doctor, midwife, and fertility specialist, about the root causes of fertility challenges – especially in women with thyroid and autoimmune conditions. Together, they explore why many cases of infertility are labeled “unexplained” and how conventional approaches often over
102: Food as Medicine: The New Autoimmune Protocol With Mickey Trescott
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Mickey Trescott, a nutrition expert and pioneer in the autoimmune protocol (AIP) movement. Mickey shares her personal journey with Hashimoto’s and celiac disease, and how she transformed her health through food. Together, they explore the evolution of AIP – from a strict elimination diet to a more flexible,
101: The Thyroid Fix: Why “Normal” Labs Aren’t Enough With Dr. Amie Hornaman
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Amie Hornaman – also known as “The Thyroid Fixer” – a hormone optimization specialist and founder of the Advanced Thyroid and Hormone Clinic. Dr. Amie shares her personal journey of being misdiagnosed by six doctors while experiencing weight gain, fatigue, and hair loss, and how that experience led her t
100: The Missing Link to Energy, Thyroid Health, and Cellular Healing With Caroline Alan
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews mineral expert and BEAM Minerals co-founder Caroline Alan to explore the critical role minerals play in energy, thyroid health, and overall wellness. Caroline shares her personal journey through adrenal fatigue, gut issues, and burnout, and how replenishing plant-based minerals helped her recover when other
99: Perimenopause & Gut Health: Why Symptoms Spike & What Helps With Cynthia Thurlow
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews nurse practitioner, author, and menopause expert Cynthia Thurlow about what happens to the gut during perimenopause and menopause – and why so many women suddenly experience bloating, constipation, food sensitivities, brain fog, anxiety, and weight-loss resistance in midlife.
Cynthia breaks down the hormone
98: Why Your Digestion Sucks Even When You’re Eating Clean – With Hannah Aylward
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews gut health expert Hannah Aylward about why so many people struggle with bloating and other gut issues – even when they’re eating clean.
Hannah shares her personal journey with chronic digestive issues and explains how factors like low stomach acid, poor bile flow, gut dysbiosis, and nervous system dysregula
97: Food Addiction, Cravings, and the Key to Sustainable Weight Loss – With Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, a neuroscientist and bestselling author, about the connection between food addiction and weight issues. They explore why some people struggle to moderate certain foods, how processed foods impact the brain, and what it really takes to achieve sustainable weight loss.
Dr. Thompson
96: Why “Healthy” Diets Are Making Women Sick (And the Nutrient They’re Missing) – With Dr. Autumn Smith
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Autumn Smith, co-founder of Paleovalley and holistic nutrition expert, about the powerful role of nutrient-dense foods – especially protein and animal products – in supporting thyroid health, mood, and overall well-being. Autumn shares her personal journey from IBS and anxiety to vibrant health, and explains
95: Hormone Replacement Therapy Myths and Truths With Dr. Anna Garrett
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews pharmacist and menopause expert Dr. Anna Garrett to unpack the biggest myths – and most misunderstood truths – about menopausal hormone therapy. Together, they explore what hormone therapy looks like today, why many women were unnecessarily frightened after the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) stu
94: Beyond TSH: Root-Cause Labs for Hashimoto’s – The Mitochondria Connection With Dr. Sam Shay
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews functional medicine expert Dr. Sam Shay about the critical lab tests that go beyond TSH for people with Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism. Dr. Sam shares a pivotal patient story that highlights why “normal” thyroid labs can still leave people suffering – and how a broader, root-cause approach can uncover what’s
93: Trauma, Autoimmunity, and the Emerging Science of Psychedelic Therapy – With Dr. Will Van Derveer
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews integrative psychiatrist Dr. Will Van Derveer about the often-misunderstood field psychedelic-assisted therapy, and how it may be an effective tool for trauma healing and even deeper root cause work. Emphasizing the importance of safety, screening, and in-person clinical support, Dr. Van Derveer discusses th
92: Bipolar or Thyroid? The Misdiagnosis Costing Women Their Health With Sara Russell
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with Sara Russell, PhD, FNTP, a functional nutritional therapy practitioner specializing in women’s mental health and perinatal lab interpretation. Together, they explore the often-missed connections between bipolar symptoms, thyroid dysfunction and autoimmunity, gluten-related disorders (including serum-negativ
91: Can We Reverse Food Sensitivities? - Hot Take
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz explores a surprising perspective on food sensitivities – and why eliminating foods may not actually solve the root problem.
While elimination diets can provide short-term relief for symptoms like bloating, migraines, IBS, and fatigue, Dr. Wentz explains that reacting to multiple foods is often a sign of deeper issu
90: Getting to the Root Cause of IBS With Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this solo episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz explains why IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is often a “wastebasket diagnosis” – a label based on symptoms, not causes. Drawing from her personal healing journey and years of clinical experience, she breaks down why most IBS cases have identifiable, treatable root causes, and how a functional medicine
89: Hemochromatosis & Iron Overload: The Silent Epidemic Eluding Doctors With Dr. Christy Sutton
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Christy Sutton about iron overload (hemochromatosis) – an underdiagnosed condition that can contribute to fatigue, pain, mood changes, elevated liver enzymes, blood sugar dysregulation, gut issues, hormone imbalances, and even thyroid dysfunction.
Dr. Sutton explains why many people don’t get properly e
88: The Future of Longevity: How Science is Redefining Human Healthspan with Dr. Darshan Shah
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Darshan Shah – physician, former surgeon, and Founder/CEO of Next Health – about the future of longevity and how science is redefining human health span. Dr. Shah shares how he reversed his own metabolic and autoimmune issues, why “health span” matters more than simply living longer, and how
87: Weaponized Empathy: Why “Nice” Girls Get Sick in Trauma Bond Relationships | Dr. Nadine Macaluso
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews trauma therapist Dr. Nadine Macaluso (“Dr. Nae”), the real-life inspiration behind Naomi Belfort's character in the movie The Wolf of Wall Street. Her personal story led her to dedicate her work to helping people break free from trauma bonds and reclaim their health and identity.
Together, they
86: The Inflammation Equation: Data-Driven Healing With Dr. Tom O’Bryan
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews functional medicine pioneer Dr. Tom O’Bryan to explore why chronic inflammation is the root mechanism behind most autoimmune and degenerative diseases, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
Together, they unpack how immune activation is driven by factors like gluten sensitivity, environmental toxins, mold ex
85: Small Habits, Big Healing: 8 Daily Rituals for Thyroid Thrivers with Ginny Mahar
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews functional medicine health coach and Hypothyroid Chef founder Ginny Mahar about creating sustainable daily rituals for thyroid health. Drawing from her personal Hashimoto’s journey and professional culinary background, Ginny shares how food, lifestyle, and mindset work together to support healing – without o
84: Carnivore Approach: Less Plants More Healing for Hashimoto’s? With Caitlin Weeks
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews nutrition consultant and educator Caitlin Weeks about how a carnivore-style diet helped put her Hashimoto’s into remission after years of fatigue, digestive issues, and so-called “normal” thyroid labs.
Together, they explore why some people with autoimmune thyroid disease feel worse on plant-heavy diets,
83: The Gut-Autoimmune Connection: Breaking the Cycle of Leaky Gut & Chronic Illness | Dr. Vincent Pedre
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews functional medicine physician Dr. Vincent Pedre about the hidden root causes of IBS, gut inflammation, and chronic digestive symptoms that often precede autoimmune disease.
Together, they explore how stress physiology, nervous system dysregulation, environmental toxins, mold exposure, microplastics, and m
Ep82: Finally Hopeful: A Whole-Body Plan to Fix the Root Causes of Your Depression | Dr. James Greenblatt
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews integrative psychiatrist Dr. James Greenblatt about a whole-body, root-cause approach to depression. They discuss why many people don’t fully improve on medications alone, the lab work most clinicians skip (vitamin D, B12, ferritin, full thyroid panel), and how digestion, amino acids, omega-3s, hormones, and
81: Is It Your Thyroid or Are You Going Crazy? – With Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this solo episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz explores the often-overlooked connection between thyroid dysfunction and mental health. Drawing from both clinical experience and her own personal journey with Hashimoto’s, Dr. Wentz explains how symptoms like anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, and mood instability can be rooted in thyroid autoimmunity – eve
80: Escaping Thyroid Purgatory: Adaptive Physiology & Thyroid Regeneration – With Dr. Eric Balcavage
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Eric Balcavage, co-author of The Thyroid Debacle and host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast, about seeing thyroid disorders through the lens of adaptive physiology.
Dr. Balcavage explains how the cell danger response, mitochondrial stress, and chronic inflammation, can drive a deliberate downshift in th
79: How Vision Therapy Can Fix Brain Fog, Dizziness, Dyslexia & Even ADHD | Dr. Bryce Appelbaum
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum about one of the most overlooked drivers of chronic health issues: our vision. Not just how clearly we see, but how our brain interprets visual input. Dr. Appelbaum explains that vision problems often masquerade as ADHD, anxiety, dizziness, and reading struggles, and tha
78: Transdermal Supplements: A Breakthrough for Chronic Illness and Gut Issues With Alexandra Karpova
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews researcher and Clarisen (formerly Science Mama’s HQ) co-founder Alexandra Karpova, whose personal health challenges – and her children’s struggles with mast cell activation, thyroid symptoms, chronic fatigue, and sensory issues – led her to discover the critical role of functional nutrient defici
77: Beautiful Hair & Skin from Within: A Hormone-Focused Approach With Dr. Trevor Cates
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Trevor Cates – author, naturopathic doctor, and founder of The Spa Dr. skincare and supplement line – about the intimate links between hormones, skin, and hair. Together, they explore how perimenopause, thyroid dysfunction, and toxic skincare products affect women’s health inside and out.
Listeners will
76: The Gut-Thyroid Loop: How SIBO Sabotages Thyroid Healing With Dr. Rajsree Nambudripad
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Rajsree Nambudripad, founder of OC Integrative Medicine in Orange County, CA, who specializes in treating gut disorders through an integrative lens.
Dr. Rajsree shares her personal journey with SIBO and how it inspired her to develop a comprehensive four-phase protocol addressing motility, digestion,
75: From Hashimoto’s 411 to Autoimmune 411: A Patient Advocate’s Journey With Founder Alice McDonnell
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Alice McDonnell, founder of the Hashimoto’s 411 community, the largest autoimmune thyroid support group, and the first to focus on the autoimmune roots of Hashimoto’s. She is also the creator of the Autoimmune 411 community and Academy.
Drawing on two decades of advocacy, Alice shares why the h
74: Sluggish Bile, Sluggish Thyroid: The Gallbladder-Fatty Liver Connection With Olivia Haas
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews gallbladder and fatty liver nutritionist Olivia Haas about the connection between bile flow, liver health, and thyroid function. They cover early red flags (like pale, “sticky” stools and nausea after fats), when low-fat makes sense (and when it doesn’t), and practical ways to stimulate bile gently with bitt
73: Preconception Revolution: A Science-Backed Path to Fertility & Generational Health | Dr. Ann Shippy
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Ann Shippy, an integrative physician and former engineer who has become a leader in functional medicine and environmental health. Dr. Shippy discusses how toxins, genetics, and nutrient status can shape fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and even the long-term health of future generations. Listeners will dis
72: Reversing Crohn’s & Colitis Naturally: Why Everything You’ve Been Told Is Wrong - With Josh Dech
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Josh Dech, a holistic nutritionist and digestive health expert who is challenging the conventional medicine narrative around Crohn’s disease and colitis. Gut symptoms are common for those with Hashimoto’s and thyroid disease, and they often have similar root causes, including inflammation, food sensitivities
71: Palpitations, High Cholesterol & the #1 Killer: How to Reclaim Your Heart Health With Dr. Jack Wolfson
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with integrative cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson about how heart health goes far beyond lab numbers. They discuss why thyroid issues and nutrient deficiencies can trigger palpitations, why cholesterol isn’t the villain it’s made out to be, and how lifestyle factors like sleep, sunlight, nutrition, and reducing tox
70: My Thyroid “Aha” Moment: Low Stomach Acid | Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this solo episode, Dr. Izabella Wentz shares the turning point that shifted her Hashimoto’s recovery: discovering that “acid reflux” can stem from low stomach acid (hypochlorhydria) rather than excess stomach acid, as many believe. She explains how hypochlorhydria drives fatigue, brain fog, pain, nutrient deficiencies, SIBO/H. pylori risk, and why supporting digestion can restore energy and cla
69: The Anti-Elimination Approach to Gut Healing with Steven Wright
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews gut health expert Steven Wright, founder of Healthy Gut. Steven shares his 15-year healing journey and explains why restrictive elimination diets often fail to resolve the root causes of digestive distress. Together, they explore how low stomach acid, SIBO, histamine overload, and stress contribute to food s
68: Remission of SIBO, Crohns, IBS and IBD in Just Weeks with Debbie Steinbock
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews certified holistic nutrition counselor Debbie Steinbock about the elemental diet – a powerful but often overlooked tool for healing thyroid-related gut imbalances and SIBO, IBS, and IBD. Debbie shares her personal healing journey from Crohn’s disease, her clinical experience guiding clients with complex auto
67: Overcoming Thyroid Hair Loss and When to Reintroduce Gluten With Dietitian Nataliia Sanzo
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with registered dietitian Nataliia Sanzo about practical ways to calm the immune system through the gut, address common hair loss drivers in Hashimoto’s, and reintroduce foods safely after an elimination diet. They discuss the stool test markers that matter most (including intestinal permeability and H. pylori),
66: The Gut-Thyroid Connection: Uncovering the Root Causes of Intestinal Permeability | Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz explores the science behind intestinal permeability (leaky gut), a critical factor in both Hashimoto’s and irritable bowel syndrome. Drawing from her own story and over a decade of clinical research, she shares how healing the gut can lower thyroid antibodies, improve symptoms, and even bring autoimmune conditions into
65: The Perimenopause Revolution With Dr. Mariza Snyder
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Mariza Snyder, bestselling author and women’s health advocate, about one of the most misunderstood life transitions: perimenopause. Her new book, The Perimenopause Revolution, is a love letter to women navigating perimenopause. Together, they explore why this stage often feels like a second puberty, how
64: Is Your Indoor Air Making You Sick? How to Fix it Fast With Mike Feldstein
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Wentz interviews Mike Feldstein, founder of Jaspr, about the hidden health effects of indoor air and practical solutions you can use today.
Mike explains how modern building practices trap pollutants, why classrooms are a high-impact target for filtration, and the real difference between small retail purifiers and commercial air
63: The Iodine Paradox: What Every Thyroid Patient Needs to Know – With Dr. Alan Christianson
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with naturopathic endocrinologist and bestselling author Dr. Alan Christianson about the controversial role of iodine in thyroid health. While iodine is essential in small amounts, excess intake has been shown to trigger Hashimoto’s, worsen autoimmunity, and disrupt thyroid function.
Dr. Christianson shares h
62: Lung Detox Secrets for Healing Chronic Illness and Boosting Vitality With Christa Orecchio
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews longtime friend and collaborator Christa Orecchio, a clinical and holistic nutritionist with nearly two decades of experience in gut, adrenal, and lung health. They discuss a cutting-edge integrative approach to healing asthma, mold illness, long-COVID lung damage, and respiratory inflammation, with surprisi
61: Biology of Trauma: How Trauma Fuels Autoimmunity & Hashimoto’s – With Dr. Aimie Apigian
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Aimie Apigian, physician and author of The Biology of Trauma. Together, they explore how unresolved trauma – often overlooked in thyroid care – can predispose the body to autoimmunity, create nervous system imbalances, and keep people stuck in chronic fatigue or thyroid symptoms despite “doing everything
60: Reversing Hashimoto’s? The Unconventional Tools You Haven’t Tried Yet – With Lexi Yoo
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz sits down with integrative nurse practitioner Lexi Yoo, founder of Yoo Direct Health, to explore unconventional, but highly effective, therapies for Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune conditions.
From low-dose naltrexone and hormone optimization to cutting-edge peptides, ozone therapy, and semaglutide (Ozempic), Lexi
59: Getting to the Root Cause of Eczema With Dr. Sheila Kilbane
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews integrative pediatrician Dr. Sheila Kilbane, who guided Izabella to get her son 100% eczema free, about the often-overlooked root causes of childhood eczema. Dr. Kilbane shares how a combination of gut-focused strategies and targeted topical therapies can transform the lives of children suffering
58: Thriving After Thyroid Cancer With Carly Brown
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Carly Brown, a wellness entrepreneur and thyroid cancer thriver who took her diagnosis as an invitation to dig deeper into root cause healing. Carly shares how she used daily juicing, emotional therapy, detoxification, and dental intervention to drastically reduce her tumor before choosing thyroidectomy on h
57: How I Accidentally Found a Method That Helps 80% of Hashimoto’s Patients in 2 Weeks | Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz shares the surprising discovery that became the foundation of her bestselling book Hashimoto’s Protocol: a simple liver reset that helps 80% of Hashimoto’s patients feel better within two weeks.
She explains why toxins are such a hidden driver of thyroid symptoms, how the liver plays a central role in converting thyro
56: The Thyroid, MTHFR, Gallstone, and Fatty Liver Connection With Lisa Winbourn
What do MTHFR, thyroid disease, gallbladder removal, and fatty liver all have in common?
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews nutritionist and methylation expert Lisa Windbourn, who specializes in helping women with MTHFR gene variations, liver dysfunction, and no gallbladder, feel better using methylation-focused nutrition.
They explore the
55: The Overlooked Link Between the Liver, Gallbladder, and Thyroid Symptoms With Divya Gupta
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews holistic nutritionist Divya Gupta about a rarely discussed but deeply important topic in thyroid health: the liver and gallbladder connection. Divya shares her own story of gallbladder removal and Hashimoto’s diagnosis, and how it transformed her career and healing philosophy. Together, they explore how impa
54: Thriving Through the Perimenopause Hormone Rollercoaster with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Jenny Pfleghaar, double board-certified physician and author of the upcoming book, The Perimenopause Reset, about how to thrive through the hormone rollercoaster of perimenopause. (She has Hashimoto’s too!)
Perimenopause symptoms can feel overwhelming and confusing, and we’re finally lifting the curtai
53: Magnesium Myths: The Best (and Worst) Types for Hashimoto’s | Dr. Izabella Wentz
Magnesium can be a game-changer for people with Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism, but only if you’re using the right form for your body.
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz shares her experience with magnesium deficiency, how to spot it even when labs are normal, and why forms like magnesium glycinate can make symptoms worse in some people. She
52: Hormones Uncensored – With America's Holistic Gynecologist Dr. Shawn Tassone
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Shawn Tassone, America's Holistic Gynecologist and author of The Hormone Balance Bible. Together, they explore how archetypes like The Mother, The Nun, and The Underdog can help women understand hormonal imbalances in a more personal and empowering way.
They also dive into testosterone the
51: Is it ADHD, Thyroid Dysfunction, or Both? A Comprehensive Approach to Healing With Dr. Lauren Noel
In Episode 51 of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Lauren Noel, founder of Shine Natural Medicine, to explore the surprising overlap between ADHD and thyroid dysfunction. Together, they unpack how symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, fatigue, and mood swings often stem from deeper imbalances in the gut, immune system, nervous system, and environment.
50: Common Pitfalls of Thyroid-Friendly Eating and How to Avoid Them | Ginny Mahar the Hypothyroid Chef
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Ginny Mahar, also known as the Hypothyroid Chef, about the most common pitfalls people face when trying to follow a thyroid-friendly diet – and how to avoid them.
Ginny shares her personal healing story and the foundational food and lifestyle principles that helped her turn her health around. Listeners wi
49: Hormones, Toxins, and Breast Health: Breaking the Myths and Building Solutions with Dr. Jenn Simmons
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Jenn Simmons, a breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine leader. After overcoming her own health crisis, Dr. Jen now works to revolutionize how breast cancer is diagnosed, treated, and prevented.
They discuss why mammograms aren’t saving lives, how modern imaging tools like QT ultrasounds offe
48: Menopause is Mandatory, Suffering is Optional: Thriving in Your Second Spring with Dr. Anna Cabeca
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz speaks with hormone expert and bestselling author Dr. Anna Cabeca about how to thrive during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Anna, also known as The Girlfriend Doctor, shares her story of reversing early menopause and infertility, and explains how women can reclaim their energy, libido, and joy in midlife and beyond.
47: Healing Depression Project: A New Model for Treating Depression with Silvia Covelli & Achina Stein
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews integrative psychiatrist Dr. Achina Stein and patient advocate Silvia Covelli, co-founders of the Healing Depression Project, to explore a revolutionary new approach to treating depression. They reveal how depression often stems from underlying root causes like gut dysfunction, inflammation, trau
46: How Gut Inflammation Sabotages Thyroid Function and What to Do About It with Dr. David Jockers
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. David Jockers, an expert in functional nutrition, gut health, and mitochondrial medicine. Together, they explore the intricate connection between gut inflammation and thyroid dysfunction, breaking down the gut-liver-thyroid axis and why mitochondrial health is often the missing piece in healing.
Dr.
45: Shortening the Learning Curve to Healing with Kyle Lasota, the “Wellness Daddy”
In this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Kyle Lasota, a wellness entrepreneur and Hashimoto’s patient who has spent over $250,000 on his health journey to uncover root causes and simplify the path to healing. From mold toxicity and long COVID to an early Hashimoto’s diagnosis, Kyle shares what truly worked, what didn’t, and how mindset,
44: What Most Doctors Get Wrong About Thyroid Antibodies & How to Reduce Them | Dr. Robin Urekar
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews Dr. Robin Urekar, a naturopathic doctor specializing in thyroid health and autoimmunity. Together, they uncover the often-overlooked truth about thyroid antibodies — why they matter, what they reveal about the progression of Hashimoto’s, and how to lower them naturally. Drawing from both personal and clinica
43: Hidden "Healthy" Foods That May Be Sabotaging Your Hashimoto’s Healing | Dr. Izabella Wentz
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz explores the surprising foods that may look healthy on the outside — but secretly sabotage thyroid healing for those with Hashimoto’s. From high-iodine “superfoods” to seemingly innocent whey protein and gluten-free treats, she breaks down what makes these foods problematic and what to eat instead.
What you’ll learn
