Episode #36: Let's Take A Deep Dive Into Hashimoto's Disease

During today's episode, I'll be joined by my dear colleague, Dr. Vohn Watts– a great Functional Medicine practitioner.  He is my go-to sounding board when clients present challenging health issues.

Dr. Watts and I will dive deep into the world of Hashimoto's disease. This autoimmune disorder occurs when the immune system creates antibodies attacking thyroid cells. So, here's the million-dollar question. What causes dysfunction in the human body to trigger an upregulated immune response attacking and targeting the thyroid?  

In the words of my acupuncture teacher, Kiko Matsumoto from nearly three decades ago, "Your thyroid is the dumping ground for toxins." These toxins continue to accelerate at a perverse rate. We're exposed to more chemicals, pesticides, and various endocrine disruptors than ever before in the history of our planet.  

The American Thyroid Association estimates that for every man, five to eight women are affected by Hashimoto's. It also occurs in women with PCOS at a rate three to four times greater than in women without PCOS.

Has your doctor ever told you that prolonged exposure to excess estrogen interferes with thyroid function and developing thyroid antibodies? Also, did your doctor ever discuss the importance of drainage and detoxification to address your thyroid or any other health issues? It's time for a new conversation that focuses on you and NOT your label.

Sweet Lovelies welcome to The Hormone Lifestyle Zone.