Welcome back to Thyroid Strong, the podcast for high-performing women with Hashimoto’s who want real strength, real answers, and root-cause healing—without the burnout.

In today’s episode, I break down the exact roadmap I wish I had on Day 1 of my Hashimoto’s diagnosis. No fluff, no guessing, no protocol-of-the-month—just a clear, strategic plan to get strong, reduce inflammation, and finally feel like yourself again.

I cover:

• Why testing over guessing is non-negotiable

• The labs I would run immediately (full thyroid panel, GI-MAP, blood sugar markers, cortisol data)

• How to rebuild your foundational habits so your body has the capacity to heal

• Why sleep is your first domino—before supplements or workouts

• How to stabilize blood sugar quickly

• Why gut health is central to autoimmune healing

• How to work out with Hashimoto’s so you build muscle instead of burning out

• The role of protein in hormone balance, energy, and metabolism

• When tools like peptides, drainage pathways, and detox support make sense

This is the episode I wish someone had made me listen to when I was first diagnosed. If you’re newly diagnosed or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this will provide you with clarity, direction, and momentum.

Episode Highlights

00:00 – Welcome + why this episode matters

00:56 – My personal Hashimoto’s journey

01:34 – What I’d do first if I were diagnosed today

01:39 – Test, don’t guess: essential labs

03:54 – Rebuilding your foundation

04:18 – Sleep + stress: the starting point

05:39 – Stabilizing blood sugar

07:27 – Gut health + autoimmune triggers

09:28 – How to train effectively with Hashimoto’s

10:37 – Protein + nutritional priorities

12:44 – Detox + drainage

13:32 – The role of peptides

15:22 – Final thoughts + next steps

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DISCLAIMER

The Thyroid Strong Podcast with Dr. Emily Kiberd is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor–patient relationship is formed by listening to this podcast or using any of the information provided. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard, delay, or avoid seeking medical advice for any medical condition they may have. Always seek the guidance of your own health care provider for any questions regarding your health or medical conditions. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk.