Addressing Autoimmunity & Lyme: Shared Principles
Decoding Fatigue
Welcome to today's insightful episode where we explore the shared principles in addressing autoimmune conditions and Lyme disease with our expert guest, Heather, also known as The Lyme Boss. Key Points Covered: 1. Key Principles for Addressing Autoimmunity and Lyme Disease 2. Understanding the Interconnection Between Lyme Disease and Autoimmune Conditions 3. Role of Functional Medicine vs. Conventional Approaches 4. Effective Strategies for Lyme Disease Remission and Autoimmune Disease Reversal 5. Multidimensional Approach to Chronic Conditions Heather wraps up the episode by emphasizing the...
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The Gut-Autoimmune Connection
Decoding Fatigue
Designed to unravel the intricate link between our gut health and autoimmune diseases. In this series, starting with today's episode, I will delve deep into the world of microbiomes, probiotics, and the role they play in our body's immune response. Each episode will bring you expert insights, scientific breakthroughs, and actionable advice on how to nurture your gut for overall health and wellbeing. We'll explore how simple lifestyle changes can help manage and even prevent common autoimmune conditions. Whether you're already living with an autoimmune disease, or just interested in...
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From Procrastination to Productivity
Decoding Fatigue
Explore the common challenges of procrastination faced by busy ambitious women and how it contributes to fatigue and burnout. Meet Christiane, the powerhouse behind the top-ranked podcast show Happy Healthy Hustle! 🎙️ As an accountability coach and wellness expert, she's dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs like you optimize their health and mindset for peak productivity and confidence. 💪 With her signature topics including quick productivity strategies, stress management techniques, and embracing positive habits for success Christiane brings a wealth of knowledge and...
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Thyroid Testing Demystified
Decoding Fatigue
In this episode of I delve into the world of thyroid testing. I'll explain the process and the significance of each test, breaking down complex medical jargon into understandable terms. Most importantly, I'll share the critical questions that you need to ask your doctor to get a comprehensive understanding of your thyroid health. Whether you've just started your thyroid health journey or you're looking for deeper insights, this episode is packed with valuable information that will empower you to take charge of your health. Tune in and demystify thyroid testing with me!
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Periods are too painful or too much, or none at all!
Decoding Fatigue
So you've heard about starting your periods early and PMS... What about menorrhagia? Dysmenorrhoea? Amenorrhoea? Tune in for more breakdown into what female hormonal imbalances can cause!
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What comes after the Adrenals and the Thyroid? The ovaries of course!
Decoding Fatigue
Do you have Fatigue, Body aches and Brain Fog? Do you think your thyroid could be the cause? How about if you have fixed your thyroid and you still feel, tired, stressed out, no libido? What would you and your practitioner address next? Remember the hierarchy of the endocrine system? Always address the adrenals first, then the thyroid then your ovaries that produce your sex hormones! Check out the 5 drivers of ovarian hormonal imbalances. I then go to address 2 of the 6 common disorders in the reproductive years of women. Later we look at perimenopause and menopause. Ah! The joys of...
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A whole gamut of tests for your thyroid!
Decoding Fatigue
Is it enough to check your TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)? How about just adding the T4 (Thyroxine) hormone to the panel of tests? - If that is all you test, you have to assume that T4 is converting to T3 (in the serum), therefore driving the cell's metabolic machinery. Unfortunately, everyone's conversion happens at different rates! To know, you must assess T3 and the ratio of T3/T4 What if too much T4 has been converted to RT3 - and therefore even with normal T3 serum levels there may be a metabolic block to its action? To know this ratio, you must assess RT3 and...
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TSH - is that all we need? Facts vs Fiction
Decoding Fatigue
Does TSH predict your thyroid function? Is it true that subclinical hypothyroidism should not be treated? Can TSH be used as the sole diagnostic criteria for thyroid dysfunction? Find out why it is not enough to just check your TSH levels like most practitioners do (because that was what we were taught in medical school) as TSH DOES NOT DEFINE your thyroid function. And when your TSH is in the 'normal range', but you still have symptoms of hypothyroidism such as fatigue, body aches, and brain fog...you NEED to investigate more! Learn more about the myths of TSH in my latest episode...
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Medications, Toxins and What do you really look for in HypoThyroidism?
Decoding Fatigue
Some medications affect the thyroid enzymes D1 and D2 that convert T4 to T3. Could you be taking one of them? At least 150 industrial chemicals have been shown to result in the reduction in TSH and/or T4. Work with the concept of TOTAL TOXIC LOAD instead of trying to find each individual toxin. What simple tips can you help to 'detoxify' your current environment and body? What are the top 10 Signs and Symptoms to ask about when suspect Suboptimal Thyroid Function?
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Top 6 Key Nutrients for Thyroid health
Decoding Fatigue
Did you know what are the Top 6 KEY NUTRIENTS for thyroid health that you may be lacking in? Can you name them? And do you know why they are important?
info_outlineWelcome to today's insightful episode where we explore the shared principles in addressing autoimmune conditions and Lyme disease with our expert guest, Heather, also known as The Lyme Boss.
Key Points Covered:
1. Key Principles for Addressing Autoimmunity and Lyme Disease
2. Understanding the Interconnection Between Lyme Disease and Autoimmune Conditions
3. Role of Functional Medicine vs. Conventional Approaches
4. Effective Strategies for Lyme Disease Remission and Autoimmune Disease Reversal
5. Multidimensional Approach to Chronic Conditions
Heather wraps up the episode by emphasizing the importance of a personalized, integrative approach to addressing autoimmunity and Lyme disease.
- The discussion underscores the role of shared principles, functional medicine, and multidimensional strategies in empowering individuals to manage these challenging health conditions effectively.
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