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The Thyroid (and Hormone) Fixer Podcast: Thyropause, Menopause, Metabolism and How to Fix It
The Thyroid (and Hormone) Fixer Podcast: Thyropause, Menopause, Metabolism and How to Fix It
This podcast is dedicated to helping people with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease overcome symptoms like fatigue, hair loss, weight gain, and brain fog. Host Dr. Amie Hornaman, a functional medicine doctor who personally experienced misdiagnosis and weight gain, shares science-based advice and tough love to guide listeners from feeling broken to restored. The show covers topics such as thyroid health, menopause, metabolism, and hormone balance.
Episodes
658. GLP-1s Beyond Weight Loss: Can They Heal Your Gut and Lower Inflammation
We usually hear about GLP-1 medications in the context of appetite and weight loss, but there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes, especially when it comes to the gut. In this episode, I’m looking at what we know about GLP-1s and gut health, from inflammation and the intestinal barrier to the microbiome, bile acids, and the gut-brain connection. I also share my own experience with bloating an
657. Why Knowing Your DNA is VITAL for Personalized Medicine and Disease Prevention
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tracey Steady Hardcastle, Clinical Director of The DNA Company, to talk about what our genetics can actually tell us about our health. We use my own genetic report as a real-life example, looking at why people can respond so differently to thyroid medication, hormone therapy, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, and why a more personalized approach matters.
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656. Estrogen, Toxins & Your Metabolism: How to Clear the Junk
What if one wellness tool could support energy, recovery, detoxification, and healthy aging by working with your body's own biology? Would you use it? In this episode, I'm joined once again by Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, for a conversation about infrared sauna therapy and the science behind the different wavelengths of infrared light. We break down the differences between near, mid, and
655. The Collagen Lie: Why Your $30 Scoop Isn't Working (And the 3 Peptides That Actually Do
Collagen has become one of the most popular supplements on the market, but are all collagen products actually doing what their labels promise? In this episode, I break down what collagen does inside the body, why natural collagen production declines with age, and how thyroid function, estrogen, and menopause all influence the way your body maintains healthy skin, joints, muscles, and connective ti
Breast Implant Illness: Why Some Women Get Sick—and Others Don't
Breast implant illness is a topic that raises strong opinions, but in this conversation I wanted to move beyond fear and focus on thoughtful questions. I sat down with functional nutrition practitioner Michele Scarlet to hear her personal story—from loving her breast implants for years to eventually connecting them with persistent digestive issues, hormone imbalances, inflammation, and unexplained
653. Part 2: The Brutally Honest Beauty Episode - Facelifts, Neogen Laser Update and Fillers
In this follow-up to my brutally honest beauty conversation, I'm sharing what happened after living with the Neogen plasma treatment for several more weeks and how my perspective has evolved now that I've had time to see the results. I’m sharing what actually changed in my skin, why I believe certain treatments deliver more meaningful improvements than others, and how I'm thinking about collagen s
652. I Healed More in Six Hours Than in Decades: The Healing Conversation Everyone With a Pulse Needs to Hear.
After experiencing my own guided plant medicine journey, I wanted to have an honest conversation about what actually happened, what surprised me, and the questions I still had afterward. In this episode, I'm joined by Mike Zeller to discuss the current landscape of psychedelic-assisted therapy, how it differs from common misconceptions, and why it's receiving growing attention for trauma recovery,
651. Why You're Sick...It Isn't What You Think, But It's SHOCKING!
What if the way we think about food has been shaped by forces most of us have never considered? In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Sullivan Jr. and Ashley Leroux Sullivan, the founders of Jigsaw Health and creators of the documentary Breaking Big Food, to talk about how our modern food system evolved, why ultra processed foods became so prevalent, and what those changes may mean for our long
650. Quick Fixes: GLP-1s and The Beauty Shot: A Little Too Close?
GLP-1 medications continue to dominate conversations about weight loss and metabolic health, but I think it's time for a more thoughtful discussion. In this episode, I step back from the headlines and explore both the promise and the uncertainty surrounding these medications. Using an unexpected comparison from the FX series The Beauty, I talk about why it's worth asking hard questions whenever a
649. If Nothing Has Worked, Try This: The Keto Flex Protocol for Women, Hormones & Hashimoto's with Ben Azadi
What if weight loss isn't something you force, but something that happens when your metabolism starts working the way it was designed to? In this conversation with Ben Azadi, we talk about why ketosis is a metabolic process—not a lifelong diet—and why learning to move in and out of that state may be a more sustainable approach than staying there indefinitely. We discuss Ben's own transformation fr
648. Why Your Supplements Aren't Working and How to Know What Your Body Needs
Here we go ... you're going to learn something new today! I'm diving into the often-misunderstood realm of the supplement industry. I'll be sharing insider insights and shedding light on the truths that often remain hidden behind the scenes. This is your chance to gain a deeper understanding of what really goes on in the world of supplements and how to make choices that truly benefit your health.
647. Wide Waistlines and Bloated Bellies: Why Midlife Fat is the Hardest to Get Rid Of
In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that hits home for so many of us – losing weight in midlife. And who better to guide us through this than the incredible Natalie Jill? She's not just any fitness guru; she's a self-proclaimed 'Fat Killer,' and trust me, she lives up to the name.
Natalie's story is all about turning challenges into triumphs. She's the brains behind Knowledge Hill Fitn
646. Why GLP-1s Will Never Fix Your Metabolism — But T2 + Glutathione Can: The Cellular Truth About Thyroid Optimization Nobody Is Telling You
GLP-1 medications can be effective tools for weight loss, but do they actually improve your metabolism? In this episode, I explain what the latest research says about GLP-1s, why muscle loss and a lower resting metabolic rate deserve more attention, and why appetite suppression isn't the same as metabolic health.
We also explore what happens inside the cell, including the roles of thyroid hormones
645. You Can't Take Weight Loss Advice from a Fat Doctor: Confessions and Longevity Hacks from America's Most Hated Doctor
Dr. Ivan Rusilko joins me to talk about why so many patients feel unheard, what he believes is missing from conventional healthcare, and how lifestyle, hormone balance, diagnostic testing, and patient education all fit into a more comprehensive approach to wellness. We also discuss how his background in athletics and preventive medicine shaped the way he practices today, long before functional med
644. The Thyroid is the Root Cause of Your OTHER Health Conditions
In this episode, I'm tackling one of the questions I hear more than almost any other: What is the real root cause of thyroid disease? I explain why I believe the thyroid itself deserves far more attention than it's currently given, and why I think many conversations about "finding the root cause" can send people down expensive and unnecessary paths. We also talk about how functional medicine is ma
643. Mastering GLP-1s in Peri and Menopause: What 95% of Women Are Doing Wrong
If you're eating well, exercising, prioritizing protein, and still struggling with weight gain in perimenopause or menopause, you're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with hormone expert Karen Martel to talk about why midlife weight gain is often more complex than calories in and calories out. We discuss how shifts in progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, thyroid function, and stress hormones
642. This Changed My Skin More Than My Facelift + The Hair Treatment That Actually Works
I sit down with Dr. Steve Scottsdale to discuss some of the newest developments in regenerative aesthetics and why they may be changing the way we think about skin rejuvenation and hair restoration. We explore the science behind Neogen Plasma, a nitrogen-based cold plasma treatment that aims to stimulate collagen and elastin production without the heat and tissue damage associated with many tradit
641. The Hidden Dangers of Suppressing Your Cycle: What Every Woman Should Know About Birth Control, PCOS, and Hormone Health
Women's hormones influence far more than fertility, yet many women are never taught how deeply their cycles affect their overall health.
In this episode, I sit down with Alisa Vitti, founder of Flo Living and creator of the cycle syncing method, to discuss the connection between hormones, metabolism, menstrual health, and long-term well-being. Alisa shares her personal experience of being diagnose
640. The Brutally Honest Anti-Aging Episode: What Actually Works (And What’s a Waste of Money)
What if everything you've been told about anti-aging is only half the story?
In this brutally honest episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my complete anti-aging routine and sharing exactly what I do, what I've stopped doing, and what I believe is actually worth the investment.
From thyroid health, hormones, collagen, protein intake, and inflammation to skincare, red light therapy, exosomes,
639. The Keto, GLP-1 & Fasting Mistakes Wrecking Midlife Women — with Maria Emmerich
In this episode, I sit down with nutrition expert and bestselling author Maria Emmerich to talk about a topic that rarely gets discussed honestly: what happens when health habits that seem beneficial start working against you. Maria shares her personal experience navigating years of caregiving, chronic stress, under-eating, muscle loss, and the wake-up call that forced her to rethink many of the s
638. The Get Sh*t Done Hormone: Why Testosterone Matters More Than You Think
In this episode, I explore one of the most misunderstood hormones in modern medicine: testosterone. While it's often associated with men or bodybuilding, testosterone plays a critical role in both men's and women's health. I discuss how testosterone influences muscle mass, body composition, motivation, confidence, libido, cognitive function, and overall vitality. We also talk about why low testost
637. If I Only Had 90 Days to Fix My Thyroid From Scratch
What would I do if I had just 90 days to improve my thyroid health and had to start from scratch? In this episode, I walk through the exact framework I would follow if I had limited resources and needed to focus only on the things that matter most. We talk about why so many women feel stuck despite doing everything they have been told to do, and why more effort is not always the answer. Instead, I
636. How to Titrate Up Your T3 the RIGHT Way
In this episode, I’m answering one of the most common questions I receive from patients: how do you actually titrate T3 safely and effectively? We walk through the practical side of increasing both natural desiccated thyroid medications and T3 medications like Cytomel or liothyronine, including why the process looks different for different people. I explain how T3 works in the body, why sensitivit
635. The Truth Behind Medical Gaslighting
In this episode, I’m talking honestly about why so many patients leave doctor’s appointments feeling dismissed, unheard, or stuck in a cycle of “normal labs” despite ongoing symptoms. I walk through the structural issues inside both conventional and functional medicine that shape how providers diagnose, prescribe, and communicate with patients, especially when it comes to thyroid and hormone healt
634. Why 'Pushing Through' Is Wrecking Your Hormones with Kerstin Lindquist
I sit down with wellness coach and former QVC host Kerstin Lindquist to unpack the hidden ways stress is silently destroying women’s health. From dementia and hormone imbalance to gut issues, weight gain, burnout, and sleep disruption, we connect the dots between the nervous system, the brain, and the body in a way every woman needs to hear. Kerstin shares the heartbreaking story of losing her mot
633. The Cortisol Loop, Hidden Inflammation & Why Your Thyroid Won't Heal with Dr. Taz Bhatia
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Taz Bhatia to unpack her deeply personal journey from being a conventional ER physician dismissed by the very medical system she worked in, to becoming one of the leading voices in integrative medicine. After struggling with hair loss, weight gain, brain fog, PCOS, hypothyroidism, and years of medical gaslighting, Dr. Taz realized the answer was never going to
632. NDT (Natural Desiccated Thyroid) Medication Might Be Making You Worse
This episode is going to challenge everything you thought you knew about “natural” thyroid medication. In this conversation, I unpack why NDT medications like Armour Thyroid, NP Thyroid, and compounded T4/T3 can actually make some people feel worse instead of better, even when they seem to help at first.
I walk through the hidden issues that many practitioners miss, including reverse T3 problems,
631. Why Your Thyroid Hates Intermittent Fasting + The 7 Skills to Lasting Health — with the Trim Healthy Mamas
If breakfast has become “optional” and food rules have left you more exhausted than empowered, this episode is going to completely flip the script on what lasting health actually looks like. In this conversation, I sit down with the founders of Trim Healthy Mama, Pearl Barrett and Serene Allison, to unpack the powerful message behind their new book Seven Skills for Lasting Health. We dive into why
630. How to FIX Your Gut to Fix Your Hormones
In this episode, I sit down with board certified endocrinologist Dr. Cassie Smith to unpack the powerful connection between your gut, hormones, metabolism, and overall health. We dive into why so many people are still struggling despite “normal labs,” why conventional medicine continues to miss key thyroid markers, and how gut dysfunction can quietly sabotage everything from T3 conversion to estro
629. How to FIX YOUR THYROID
In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest takeaways from my new book, The Thyroid Fix, and explaining why the thyroid is the true master switch behind hormones, metabolism, energy, and overall health. If you’ve tried the supplements, detoxes, gut healing protocols, or wellness trends and still don’t feel like yourself, this conversation is going to challenge everything you thought you knew about th
628. How to Fix Your WEIGHT LOSS RESISTANCE
If you feel like you’re doing everything right and still can’t lose weight, this episode is going to hit you hard in the best way. In this conversation, I walk through the real reasons behind weight loss resistance and why it’s almost never as simple as calories in versus calories out. I break down how your thyroid, hormones, insulin, stress levels, and even your liver all play a role in whether y
627. How to Fix Your FATIGUE
This might be the wake-up call your fatigue has been waiting for. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons you feel exhausted all the time and why the answer isn’t always what you’ve been told. We go far beyond surface-level advice and dig into the root causes of fatigue, from thyroid optimization and hormone imbalances to hidden issues like low ferritin, poor sleep, adrenal dysfunction
626. Mindblowing Facts about Menopause and How to Fix Your Symptoms
Is what you’re feeling “just aging” or something deeper? If you’ve ever wondered that, this episode is going to completely reframe the way you see your body. In this conversation, I sit down with Andrea Donsky to unpack the real story behind perimenopause and menopause, and why so many women feel blindsided by symptoms they were never warned about. We dive into the surprising reality that there ar
625. The Menopause Gut: Why Hormones, Weight, and Digestion Change After 40 with Cynthia Thurlow
Everything you thought you knew about menopause may be missing the gut connection. In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Cynthia Thurlow to explore the powerful link between the gut microbiome, hormones, and how women experience perimenopause and menopause.
We unpack why symptoms like bloating, brain fog, anxiety, weight resistance, estrogen dominance, and even poor response to hormon
624. How to Fix Your Menopause in 7 Steps
Is everything you’ve been told about menopause completely wrong? In this episode, I’m breaking down why menopause is not something you’re meant to just “survive,” but a powerful hormonal transition that requires a totally different strategy than what most women are given. I dive into the real root causes behind symptoms like weight gain, brain fog, mood swings, and low libido, and why they’re not
623. It's NOT In Your Head: The Truth About Why Women Get Ignored in Medicine
If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” while feeling anything but, this episode will hit you right in the gut. I’m sitting down with Dr. Efrat LaMandre, a nurse practitioner turned medical disruptor, to unpack why so many of us feel dismissed, confused, and stuck in our health journeys. We dive deep into the frustrating gap between what you’re experiencing in your body and what convent
622. How to Fix Your SLEEP
SLEEP is in the spotlight in this episode. Why? Because as I’ve dove through the latest research, personal journeys, and all that core health info, it’s become crystal clear that sleep is the powerhouse that can be overlooked. Sleep isn’t just a nightly shutdown; it’s the kingpin in our wellness toolkit, vital for weight loss, hormone balance, and blood sugar control.
Let me tell you, I was right
621. How to Fix Your Hair Loss
In this episode, I'm going deep into the nitty-gritty of hair loss and how it’s connected to your thyroid health. If your mirror’s showing you more scalp than you'd like these days, you’re not alone, and I've got some golden nuggets of wisdom coming your way. Hair loss is more than just a vanity issue—it can be a signal that something's off with your hormones, nutrition, or stress levels. So, buck
620. The ULTIMATE Gut Episode: Everything You Wanted to Learn About the Gut But Were Afraid to Ask
What if everything you’ve been told about gut health is missing the point? In this episode, I sit down with gut health expert Josh Dech and we dive deep into the root cause approach to healing, starting with one simple but powerful question: what does your body have too much of or not enough of? From there, we unpack how gut health impacts everything from your thyroid and hormones to your mood, en
619. GLP-1s and Your Thyroid: What Ozempic Is Really Doing to Your Hormones
This episode might completely change the way you think about GLP-1s and your body. I’m diving into what no one is really talking about when it comes to these medications, especially how they impact your thyroid, metabolism, and long-term health. I break down the real metabolic consequences I’m seeing in patients, why rapid weight loss isn’t always what it seems, and how your body can quietly shift
618. The Dark Side of GLPs Nobody Warned You About (Muscle Loss + Hair Thinning)
This conversation might change the way you see weight loss forever. In this episode, I’m diving into the side of GLPs that no one on Instagram is talking about, the part that gets glossed over in quick transformation photos and flashy promises. I’m sharing both the science and my own personal experience, including a moment where I pushed the dose too far and felt the consequences firsthand. We div
617. The ADVANCED Thyroid and Adrenal Masterclass Episode
You’re not broken, burned out, or “just getting older”, but the way you’ve been taught to look at your health might be. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tricia Pingel to unpack what’s really behind the surge in hormone imbalances, thyroid issues, and chronic fatigue so many women are facing right now. What starts as a conversation about adrenals and hormones quickly expands into something much
616. Is It REALLY Depression or Is It All In Your Head?
This conversation will challenge what you think you know about healing, your brain, and what’s actually keeping you stuck. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Dave Rabin to unpack the powerful connection between your mind, your body, and your beliefs, especially when it comes to anxiety, depression, thyroid issues, and hormonal changes. We explore how your perception of stress shapes your reality
615. Why Women Over 40 Can’t Lose Weight
Everything you thought you knew about weight loss after 40 is wrong, and it is not your fault. In this episode, I’m covering what is actually happening inside your body when the scale will not budge despite eating less and working out more. I break down the hormonal shifts that hit in your 40s, why they feel like they came out of nowhere, why no one prepared you for them, and how they completely r
614. Progesterone Deficiency: The Real Midlife Crisis — What the Experts Want You to Know
In this mashup episode, I pull together some of the most powerful conversations and expert insights on progesterone and turn them into a fast-paced, no-fluff deep dive into what’s actually happening in your body. We unpack why so many women are being told they’re “fine” while dealing with weight gain, anxiety, sleep issues, and cycle chaos - and ask the bigger question: is it really estrogen domin
613. IBS, Hashimoto’s, and the Thyroid–Gut Connection with Izabella Wentz
What if the gut symptoms you have been told to ignore are actually the warning sign of something much bigger?
In this episode, I sit down with pharmacist and thyroid expert Izabella Wentz to unpack a connection that many people with thyroid issues completely overlook: the gut. We dive into the surprising relationship between IBS, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), and autoimmune conditions like
612. The Biology of Belief: Your Thoughts Are Programming Your Cells (And Your Healing)
What if the biggest thing sabotaging your health is not your diet, your workouts, or your supplements, but the story playing inside your own mind? In this episode, I sit down with Dylan Gemelli for a raw conversation about the powerful connection between mindset, stress, faith, and physical health. We explore Dylan’s personal journey from prison and poor choices to building a life rooted in accoun
611. Thyroid Transformations: The Story You HAVEN'T Heard
Most people struggling with thyroid issues aren’t actually being told the full story.
In this episode, I’m sharing the version of my thyroid journey that many of you have never heard before. Not the condensed version told on stages or quick podcast interviews, but the real story. The years of confusion, the frustration of being told everything was “normal,” and the terrifying feeling of watching m
610. Digestion, Detox Pathways and Hormone Balance and Why You NEED to Poop Daily
If you’re not pooping every day, your hormones are not balanced. Period.
In this episode, I sit down with Dani Conway to break down the real connection between digestion, detox pathways, estrogen metabolism, and why so many women are spinning their wheels with supplements, probiotics, and even GLP-1s without fixing the foundation first. We talk about what is actually happening inside your body whe
609. Failed Thyroidectomy Treatments, PCOS and the Thyroid, Cortisol/Stress Tanking Hormones
If you’ve ever been told your labs are “normal” while you feel anything but, this episode is going to light a fire in you. In this unapologetically bold conversation, I break down what is really happening when thyroid treatment fails, especially after a thyroidectomy, and why so many women and men over 40 are being dismissed, under medicated, and medically gaslit. I walk through real lab examples,
608. The Fat Loss Talk That Will BLOW Your Mind and Change How You Think About Weight Loss Programs
Your metabolism isn’t broken after 40, but the way you’ve been told to approach fat loss probably is.
In this episode, I sit down with metabolic and physique expert Philip Pape to unpack what’s really happening with fat loss, muscle, thyroid, and hormones as we age, especially for women. We challenge the belief that your metabolism just “slows down” and explore what the research actually shows. We
607. Quick Fixes: Birth Control, Estrogen, BHRT and Your Thyroid
Could your birth control be silently driving your thyroid symptoms?
I’m breaking down a conversation that too many women have never been invited into: the real connection between birth control, estrogen, BHRT, and your thyroid. If you’ve gained weight, lost hair, felt exhausted, or been told your labs are “normal” while you feel anything but, this is for you. I walk you through how oral contracept
BONUS. Why You’re Tired Even After 8 Hours of Sleep
What if the real reason you’re exhausted, wired, gaining weight, and feeling hormonally off… has nothing to do with your labs and everything to do with how you’re sleeping?
In this bonus episode, I sit down with triple board-certified sleep expert Dr. Meredith Broderick to unpack what’s really happening in your body when sleep is disrupted. We go far beyond the usual “just get 8 hours” advice and
606. Back to the Basics: Simplifying Your Eating Plan to Eliminate Overwhelm and the Importance of Adding Organ Meats
Have we overcomplicated health so much that we’ve forgotten what it actually means to nourish our bodies?
In this episode, I sit down with celebrity chef and Pluck founder, James Barry, to have a real conversation about what’s happened in the health world over the last decade. We talk about how we drifted from ancestral principles and whole, real food into biohacking gadgets, GLP-1 trends, expensi
605. T2, Tissue Thyroid Signaling, and the Truth Behind T3 Action Inside Your Cells
Your labs can look perfect on paper while your cells are quietly starving for thyroid action, and that disconnect is where most thyroid stories fall apart.
In this episode, I’m diving into something we have not talked about yet on the Thyroid Fixer Podcast: T2 tissue thyroid signaling and why it may be the missing piece for so many people who still feel exhausted, inflamed, foggy, and stuck despit
604. From FDA Bans to Broken Guts: Two Conversations Thyroid Patients Need w Dr Amy Myers
If you are doing “everything right” for your thyroid and still feel exhausted, inflamed, or stuck, this episode might completely reframe what you think is going on. In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Amy Myers, one of the most respected voices in functional thyroid and autoimmune health, to unpack the real reasons so many people fail to improve despite clean diets, supplements, and medicati
603. The TRUTH About GLPs and What You Can Do When They Disappear, How to Hack Muscle Growth and How to Really Anti-Age
If you’re confused, frustrated, or quietly side-eyeing everything you’re seeing online about peptides and GLPs right now, this episode is about to change how you see the entire conversation. I sat down again with one of my favorite no-BS voices in the biohacking, longevity, and metabolic space, Jay Campbell, to unpack what’s really happening behind the scenes, why misinformation is exploding, and
602. Quick Fixes: What to do if you can't tolerate or increase T3
In this Quick Fixes episode, I break down what to do if you cannot tolerate T3 thyroid medication or you’ve hit a wall and can’t increase your dose. Since T3 is the active thyroid hormone, most people need it to truly resolve symptoms and restore metabolism, but not everyone tolerates it the same way.
I explain why T4-only treatment often falls short, how natural desiccated thyroid, immediate-rele
601. The Biggest Loser Lie: GLPs, Calorie Restriction, and What Really Destroys Metabolism
I am so excited to share this episode with you. In this episode, I sit down with Adrian Gledhill, former contestant from Season 3 of The Biggest Loser, to talk about what really happens to the body during extreme weight loss and why so many people regain the weight… and then some.
Adrian shares the behind-the-scenes reality of the show, including severe calorie restriction, overtraining, and the
600. Controversial: I Know What Caused My Cancer
In this episode, I’m sharing the conclusion I never expected to reach... I believe I now know what caused my cancer. After being diagnosed with uterine cancer that progressed far faster than it should have, I went searching for answers. I examined genetics, environmental toxins like glyphosate, and every usual suspect, but what kept coming back into focus was COVID-19 and its potential role in sup
599. What if it's NOT SIBO, IBS or IBD...cracking YOUR gut issues so you can finally heal!
Bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, food fear, and the never-ending cycle of “I treated it… so why is it back?” If that sounds familiar, this episode is a must-listen. In this conversation, I sit down with Angela Pifer, widely known as the “SIBO Guru,” to break down what Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth really is, why it’s so commonly missed or misdiagnosed, and why so many people relapse
598. Does Inflammation Really Cause Hashinoto's? The Autoimmune Truth No One Told You
Inflammation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s often the quiet culprit behind fatigue, autoimmune flares, stubborn symptoms, and chronic disease. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta to unpack what inflammation really looks like in the body (and mind), why food alone isn’t the magic fix, and how chronic stress quietly keeps the fire burning. We explore the powerful connection between menta
597. Quick Fixes: Diets That Heal or Harm Hashimoto’s (Hypothyroidism)
Food shouldn’t feel like a full-time job... especially when your thyroid already has opinions. In this episode, I cut through the diet chaos and talk honestly about what actually matters when you’re dealing with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s. Carnivore, keto, paleo, Mediterranean... I'm breaking them all down, the good, the bad, and the “why did this ever become a thing?” I explain why gluten is a
596. Does Hormone Replacement Cause Cancer? 3 Top Doctors Weigh In
Hormones are having a moment, and not always for the right reasons. In this episode, three top doctors: Dr. Julie Taguchi, Dr. Jenn Simmons, and Dr. Lindsey Berkson weigh in on one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s health: hormone replacement therapy. They unpack what hormones actually do, why the Women’s Health Initiative study created decades of fear and confusion, and how progesterone
595. Controversial Episode: What Social Media Has Wrong About Weight Loss Right Now
Diet culture has been messing with women’s heads for decades, and midlife only makes the noise louder.
In this honest, eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Natalie Jill to cut through the chaos of modern weight-loss advice and talk about why so many women feel confused, frustrated, and stuck despite “doing everything right.”
We unpack where dieting went off the rails, why today’s nutrition tr
594. Can an Unknown Mushroom Cure Cancer AND Hashimoto's? What 45 years of research tells us...
In this conversation, Dr. Amie Hornaman and Mimi Lindquist delve into the powerful benefits of AHCC, a unique functional food derived from mushrooms. They share personal stories of how AHCC has impacted their lives and the lives of their loved ones, particularly in the context of cancer and autoimmune diseases. The discussion covers the science behind AHCC, its unique properties, and the importanc
593. Quick Fixes: How to Get ACCURATE Thyroid and Hormone Lab Results: Do's and Don't of Lab Testing
I’m breaking down one of the most overlooked (and most sabotaging) pieces of thyroid and hormone health: how to get truly accurate lab results. Because testing isn’t enough… testing the right way is what gives you answers, leverage, and a plan that actually works. I walk you through the most common mistakes I see people make with thyroid and hormone labs, why “normal” results often mean nothing, a
592. The Female Heart Crisis No One Warned You About
I’m finally tackling a topic we should have talked about a long time ago: cardiovascular disease—the number one killer of women. I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, and we go far beyond the outdated, fear-based conversations most women hear about heart health.
We explore how heart symptoms in women rarely look textbook, how anxiety, fatigue, or just feeling “off” can be warn
591. Quick Fixes: Top 3 Things You Need to Know About Your Thyroid
I’m breaking down the top three thyroid questions I get asked every single day — the ones that keep you stuck, confused, and wondering why nothing you’re doing is actually working. I’m covering what “normal” labs really mean, why weight loss stalls even when you’re doing everything, and whether thyroid medication is truly necessary or just another thing doctors push without listening.
I’m also sha
590. Blood Pressure Lies You've Been Told-And the Thyroid Link No One Mentions
Why does blood pressure become such a problem for so many of us (especially during perimenopause and menopause) and what if the entire medical system has been looking at it backwards?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mark Young to unravel the truth about hypertension, why it’s rarely the root issue, and how it’s actually a downstream signal from deeper, fixable problems in the body. We dive in
589. What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You Could Kill You and How to Escape the "Sick Care" System
What if the very system you’ve relied on your whole life is the same one keeping you sick? In this episode, I’m diving into a raw, eye-opening conversation with Daria Anne DiGiovanni, who escaped the “sick care system” after years of misdiagnosis, medical gaslighting, and being pushed synthetic hormones as a one-size-fits-all solution. We unpack her decades-long journey through PCOS, Hashimoto’s,
588. Unpacking the Peter Attia-Antonio Bianco Hypothyroidism Episode: What Was Missed, What Was Truth, What Was WRONG
Let’s unpack and deconstruct the Peter Attia interview with Dr. Antonio Bianco on hypothyroidism—and explain why parts of that conversation, while well-intentioned and rooted in research, can be misleading or even harmful when taken at face value. I walk you through what they got right about thyroid physiology, T4 vs. T3, and the seriousness of untreated hypothyroidism—and then dig into what was o
587. Before You Try Carnivore...Listen to This! What Works, What Backfires and Why.
What if the foods you think are healthy are actually keeping you inflamed, exhausted and stuck?
In this episode, I’m joined by carnivore expert and cookbook author Jenny Mitich to break down the real differences a meat-based diet can make for thyroid health, autoimmune symptoms, weight loss and chronic inflammation. Jenny shares her personal story, from postpartum weight gain to a Hashimoto’s flar
586. Quick Fixes: 3 Signs Your Thyroid Medication Isn't Working
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