Vitamin D And Autoimmune Disease
Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin.” When our skin is exposed to ultraviolet light, a cascade of events occurs to manufacture vitamin D in the body. It’s pretty amazing how it works and the process of making vitamin D also relies on adequate levels of cholesterol and functions of the liver and kidneys.…
Pancakes with Rhubarb Compote
This gluten-free, thyroid-friendly and weight loss supportive recipe is new from the Spring Hashi’s Sister’s Jumpstart and contains rhubarb for its amazing health benefits and liver support. Rhubarb is well known for the following benefits: Aids with weight loss Supports digestion Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease May prevent cancer and macular degeneration Stimulates bone growth and…
Hashimoto’s and Gut Infections [Expert Interview Series]
Hashimoto’s and Gut Infections Hashimoto’s and gut infections often seem to go hand in hand. Over the past year I have seen an increase in several cases of a variety of gut infections and wanted to shed some light on this often ambiguous health issue. Since gut infections may be an underlying root cause of…
Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism and Insulin Resistance
Common Symptoms of Insulin Resistance Insulin resistance has become so prevalent due to our modern lifestyle, lack of daily exercise, and a high intake of carbohydrates. When patients are advised to go gluten-free one of the mistakes I see them make is opting for a wide variety of packaged products labeled gluten-free whether it be…
Just Diagnosed? First Steps to Healing with PCOS
Newly Diagnosed with PCOS? Today we have a guest post written by my friend Amy Medling of PCOS Diva. Amy is a certified Health Coach who is passionate about helping women heal from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). If you don’t already know about Amy and her work I’m thrilled to introduce you to her. I…
What is the Best Diet for Hashimoto’s?
I remember the day when I finally received my diagnosis after being misdiagnosed for 8 years and wondering “what is the best diet for Hashimoto’s?” Like you, I was concerned about what I would be able to eat and it seemed life was going to be difficult where food was concerned. At the time, I…
Link Between Thyroid Disease and Helicobacter Pylori
Many people struggle with stomach ulcers which are caused by bacteria, but did you know about the link between thyroid disease and Helicobacter pylori? Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacterial infection occasionally seen in people who have Hashimoto’s or Graves’ autoimmune thyroid disease. The bacteria infects the pylorus, which is the sphincter located at…
Tips to Relieve Symptoms of Hashimoto’s Inflammation
When you think about chronic inflammation, does it make you think of a fire that is burning out of control? Unlike the type of inflammation you notice when you experience a cut or bruise as the result of specialized white blood cells congregating to clean up the area, chronic inflammation is not visible to the naked eye. …
How Dehydration Can Impact Your Health & Thyroid
You can survive for several days without food but going without water for just one day can have a major impact on your overall health. It’s easy throughout a hectic day to forget to drink water and many people don’t truly realize how important water and hydration is to sustaining health and life. Your body…
Paleo Cashew Truffles
You know when you get those “I’ve got to have some chocolate!” episodes? Experts say that a craving for chocolate is associated with a magnesium deficiency. Check out this article. Chocolate cravings seem to be an issue mostly for women (although I happen to know a certain mail who requires chocolate on a daily…