What if your thyroid labs say you’re “normal,” but your body keeps saying otherwise?

In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, my guest McCall McPherson, PA-C, founder and medical director of Modern Thyroid Clinic, joins me to uncover the science, symptoms, and solutions behind the thyroid epidemic. We explore why millions of women are told their labs look fine yet still feel exhausted, foggy, anxious, or stuck in bodies that no longer respond the way they used to.

Together we unpack what’s missing in conventional thyroid care: why optimal ranges matter more than “normal,” how Hashimoto’s and Graves fit into the autoimmune puzzle, and how hormonal shifts during postpartum and perimenopause often trigger deeper imbalances. We talk adrenals, cortisol patterns, gut inflammation, and toxins, and how to use fasting and movement as gentle tools for restoration rather than depletion.

McCall McPherson, PA-C, is the founder and medical director of Modern Thyroid Clinic, a nationwide integrative telemedicine practice specializing in advanced thyroid and hormone optimization. 

What's Discussed:

(00:00) Why “Normal” Isn’t Well: The Hidden Story of Thyroid Health

(08:47) The Labs That Actually Matter, and Why Ranges Can Mislead You

(18:42) Autoimmunity, Hormones, and the Female Thyroid Connection

(26:47) Metabolism, Fasting, and Healing from the Inside Out

(39:13) Adrenals, Cortisol, and How Stress Shapes Thyroid Function

(49:25) Movement That Heals: Rethinking Exercise for Energy and Balance

(01:02:33) Food, Inflammation, and the Power of Personalized Nutrition

(01:10:00) From Confusion to Clarity: Becoming Your Own Thyroid Advocate

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Learn more about McCall McPherson:

Website: https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com

Instagram: @mccallmcphersonpa Instagram: @modernthyroid