With unscientific wellness trends gaining traction across social media, how can we ensure that patient care remains grounded in rigorous research and evidence-based practices?

Dr. Caroline Messer, a renowned New York City double-board certified endocrinologist, is a leader in hormone health, specializing in thyroid disorders, Hashimoto’s disease, PCOS, and metabolic conditions, Dr. Messer brings a fresh perspective to evidence-based medicine as the founder of both Well by Messer and Fifth Avenue Endocrinology. In this episode, she breaks down myths around gluten-free diets, iodine supplementation, and prolonged birth control use, while offering proactive strategies to protect thyroid health.

Dr. Messer also explores the transformative potential of weight loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro, addressing their risks, benefits, and psychological impacts. She emphasizes the importance of pairing medication with holistic approaches, including nutrition, exercise, and mental health support. Additionally, she highlights advancements in continuous glucose monitoring, personalized care for infertility, and breakthroughs in diabetes and thyroid cancer treatment.

Learn more about Dr. Caroline Messer's practice:

Well by Messer: https://www.wellbymesser.com/dr-caroline-messer

Fifth Avenue Endocrinology: https://endocrineonfifth.com/dr-caroline-messer-about

Resources & Links:

Optimizing Thyroid Health: An Empowering Guide for Women https://www.thelanby.com/blog/how-to-control-thyroid-in-female

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:07 Thyroid Disorder and Hashimoto's

06:27 Incretin Resistance

10:21 Risks and Benefits of Weight Loss Medications

18:04 Addressing Concerns about Muscle Mass and Osteoporosis

26:30 Thyroid Health and Birth Control Pills

28:29 Proactive Ways to Reduce Thyroid Antibodies

33:42 The Role of Continuous Glucose Monitors

47:19 Exciting Advancements in Diabetes, Weight Loss, and Thyroid Cancer Management

49:29 Concerns of Influencers and Unscientific Claims

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