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Overcoming Hyperthyroidism Without Radiation or Surgery with Dr. Eric Osansky: Rational Wellness Podcast 438

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Release Date: 11/25/2025

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Dr. Eric Osansky discusses Overcoming Hyperthyroidism without Radiation or Surgery with Dr. Ben Weitz.  

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Understanding and Managing Hyperthyroidism with Dr. Eric Osansky
 
In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, Dr. Ben Weitz speaks with Dr. Eric Osansky, a leading expert on hyperthyroidism, about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this overactive thyroid condition. They discuss the differences between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, focusing on autoimmune hyperthyroidism, known as Graves' disease. Dr. Osansky shares his personal experience overcoming Graves' disease using natural, functional medicine approaches, avoiding conventional treatments like antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine, and surgery. Key topics include the role of diet, stress management, gut health, and detoxification in managing hyperthyroidism, as well as specific supplements and herbs like bugleweed and low-dose naltrexone. The episode emphasizes the importance of addressing the underlying causes of the condition, rather than merely treating symptoms, to achieve long-term health.
 
00:00 Introduction to the Rational Wellness Podcast
00:30 Understanding Hyperthyroidism and Graves Disease
01:28 Symptoms and Diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism
02:02 Dr. Eric Osansky's Expertise and Personal Journey
05:04 Thyroid Eye Disease and Conventional Treatments
06:13 Functional Medicine Approach to Hyperthyroidism
18:54 Impact of Environmental Toxins and Gut Health
22:15 Iodine's Role in Thyroid Health
29:27 Natural Treatment Strategies for Hyperthyroidism
35:28 Effective Supplements for Adrenal Function
36:03 Herbal Remedies for Adrenal Support
38:01 Gut Health and the 5R Protocol
39:45 Addressing Toxins in Your Environment
41:37 Nutritional Supplements for Thyroid Conditions
44:10 Managing Hyperthyroidism with Natural Remedies
49:04 The Role of Functional Medicine in Thyroid Health
 
 


Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor and one of the leading experts on a natural approach to hyperthyroidism. He was personally diagnosed with autoimmune hyperthyroidism, also known as Graves’ disease, and he was able to overcome it using a natural, Functional Medicine approach.  He avoided both the prescription antithyroid medications and the radioactive iodine treatment, as well as thyroid surgery.  He has a Masters of Science degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist, is a certified nutrition specialist and a certified functional medicine practitioner for IFM.  Dr. Osansky has published 3 books, Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Grave’s Disease, currently in its third edition,  Hashimoto’s Triggers, and The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet. His website is SaveMyThyroid.com.

Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.