Replay - Thyroid Health and Optimization for Women with McCall McPherson
Release Date: 05/21/2024
The Busy Trap: Understanding Our Cultural Identity
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In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris explores the pervasive culture of busyness and its detrimental effects on mental health and well-being. She discusses the concept of 'time poverty' and how societal pressures lead to burnout and exhaustion. Dr. Peris emphasizes the importance of stillness and mindfulness, encouraging listeners to unplug from their busy lives and confront their emotions. The episode concludes with an invitation to embrace stillness as a path to personal growth and fulfillment in the upcoming year. Takeaways: The concept of busy has...
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Mastering the Holidays: Setting Non-Negotiables for Your Health and Well-Being
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In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the emotional and physical challenges many face during the holiday season, particularly regarding health and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of understanding weight gain trends, emotional resilience, and the need to define personal core values and non-negotiables. Dr. Peris encourages listeners to prepare for social pressures and to reclaim their personal power by living in alignment with their values, especially during family gatherings and holiday events. Episode Overview: 00:00: Navigating...
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5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before A New Year Begins
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In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the importance of self-reflection and community support as we approach a New Year. She emphasizes the need for women to reconnect with their desires, engage fully in their lives, and break free from societal conditioning. Through a series of reflective questions, she invites listeners to explore their personal growth and health journeys, highlighting the power of community in fostering transformation and empowerment. Dr. Peris encourages listeners to seek community support and innovative solutions for personal growth...
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Power Up with Protein: Strategies for Health, Weight Management, and Muscle Growth
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Protein consumption is a hot topic these days and on today’s episode Dr. Michelle shares the research on protein intake and how that drives satiation and other hormonal markers. Also addressing if these strategies are effective at driving better weight management as a result. In this episode of Wild Medicine, we discuss the critical role of protein in our diets, emphasizing its benefits for weight management, muscle growth, and overall health. She shares insights from her clinical practice, highlighting the importance of prioritizing protein intake and offers practical...
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The Key to Entrepreneurial Success
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In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the importance of entrepreneurship in the wellness space, emphasizing the need for fast action, overcoming perfectionism, and the value of consistency and service. She shares personal insights on how to combat fear and indecision, encouraging listeners to take imperfect action and trust their message. The episode also highlights the significance of coaching and community support in achieving business goals and making a positive impact. Episode Overview: 00:00: Embracing Entrepreneurship in Wellness 04:06:...
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Mastering Macros: Taking Control of Your Nutrition & Metabolic Health
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Have you wondered if macro-tracking is a worthwhile endeavor? In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the importance of tracking macros as a tool for understanding nutrition and improving metabolic health. She addresses the polarizing opinions surrounding macro tracking, emphasizing its benefits for those who feel confused about their dietary choices. Dr. Peris provides insights into various tools for tracking, the psychological aspects of accountability, and the significance of consistency in achieving long-term weight loss. She also highlights...
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The Vital Role of Community in Health with Alli Arruda
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In this engaging conversation, Dr. Michelle Peris and Alli Arruda explore the profound impact of community and connection on health and personal growth. They discuss the importance of building supportive environments, especially for women, and how relationships can enhance longevity and well-being. The dialogue emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to invest in themselves and their networks, fostering collaboration and generosity. The conversation also touches on the relationship with money and the mindset required to create abundance and success. They emphasize the need for...
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Sensible menopause support with Dr. Daiana Castleman
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In this conversation, Dr. Daiana Castleman and Dr. Michelle Peris explore the multifaceted aspects of women's health, particularly focusing on menopause, nutritional strategies, and the role of creatine. Dr. Diana Castleman is a North American Menopause Society (NAHM) certified naturopathic doctor. Her mission is to empower women with evidence-based information to make informed decisions about their health during perimenopause and menopause. Together, they discuss the importance of understanding menopause's impact on women's health, effective dietary strategies, and the emerging...
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Unlocking The Fat Burning Power of Zone 2 Movement
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In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the importance of incorporating various forms of movement into our daily lives. She shares her personal experiences with exercise, particularly the challenges she faced during a family vacation that highlighted the need for consistent physical activity. The conversation delves into the concept of zone two training, the benefits of walking, and the idea of 'movement snacks' to enhance daily activity. Dr. Peris emphasizes the significance of accountability in fitness and encourages listeners to aim for a minimum of...
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Transforming Grief into Empowerment
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This episode is in honour of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, on October 15th, 2024, a time to honor the little lives lost and stand in support of those who carry their memory in their hearts. In this heartfelt conversation, Kristin Mundy shares her journey as a doula, the profound impact of her personal experiences with pregnancy loss, and her mission to support women through their grief. She discusses the importance of community, advocacy for maternal health, and the creation of The Haven, a support program for women pregnant after loss. Kristin emphasizes the need for...
info_outlineMcCall McPherson is the founder of the Modern Thyroid Clinic, a thyroid-centered functional medicine practice in Austin Texas, and she is the Owner and Chief Thyroid Hope Giver of Thyroid Nation. She is a physician, assistant, a recent TEDx speaker, and a thyroid expert (after being a thyroid patient herself).
McCall’s passion for perfecting thyroid treatment stems from years of her suffering due to the mismanagement of her own hypothyroidism. Now she lives, breathes and thrives in understanding the nuances of proper thyroid care. Her philosophy is simple: There is no reason to still have thyroid symptoms. She spends her time helping to make it so by helping her patients get their lives back and teaching and advocating for the other millions of sufferers who aren’t her patients.
In this episode, McCall and Michelle go deep into thyroid health and optimization which is often undervalued but is a hugely important factor to thrive in health. Women need to speak up and advocate for themselves and understand what they need to be asking their health care providers as well as what options are available to them.
McCall also shares her unique perspective about functional medicine and humanity.
Key Takeaways:
[7:00] McCall talks about how she became the Chief Thyroid Hope Giver of Thyroid Nation.
[8:21] McCall shares her own struggles with thyroid issues.
[11:21] Facing misalignment on a personal and emotional level.
[12:31] McCall heals patients at a biochemical level so they can have the platform to make the changes they need to make in their own life.
[13:57] McCall’s first approach is through biochemistry and data.
[15:10] What labs does McCall run?
[16:46] Symptoms of a thyroid problem.
[17:47] The definition of an abnormal lab test varies hugely since it is based on the results of sick people.
[22:20] McCall ranges for TSH, T4, T3, and reverse T3.
[24:34] Vitamins and nutrients that are helpful for thyroid patients.
[29:06] How McCall treats patients with Hashimoto’s disease and supports immunity.
[30:44] Stress affects your thyroid.
[33:32] Stress interventions for women.
[34:57] McCall talks about her TEDx talk about humanity and medicine.
[42:19] What does alignment look like?
[43:39] McCall’s favorite mistake or lesson in life that she feels grateful for.
[44:42] What makes McCall rebellious?
[45:36] The fasting method McCall calls her superpower when it comes to her health.
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