My Thyroid Health

Ep. 242: Can Menopause Ignite Autoimmunity?


Listen Later

Is menopause more than just mood swings, night sweats, and weight changes? What if this transformative life stage also unlocks a hidden immune wildfire—turning on or worsening autoimmune conditions?

In this episode of the Paloma podcast, we unravel the surprising connection between menopause and autoimmune disease, diving deep into how the drop in estrogen and shifting hormones could reshape your immune landscape. Based on insights from Paloma Health, we’ll explore how declining ovarian hormones can influence T cells, inflammation, and the potential onset or flare of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. 

Here’s what you’ll hear:

  • The science behind how estrogen loss during menopause impacts immune regulation—and why that matters. 

  • Why some autoimmune symptoms may *emerge* around menopause, even if you’ve never had one. 

  • Why others might actually feel some relief — and how inflammation and hormone therapy play both roles. 

  • Important strategies for managing immunity during menopause: what to track, which biomarkers to test, and how to partner with your healthcare team. 

Whether you’re navigating menopause and worried about autoimmune risk, or already living with an autoimmune condition and wondering how this hormonal shift will affect you — this episode shines a light on the immune-hormone crossroads many don’t talk about.

🎧Tune in now, and get ready to reframe your menopause journey—not just as a hormonal transition, but as a powerful immune inflection point.


LEARN MORE

You can learn more about the topic at the Paloma blog: 

How Daylight Saving Time Impacts Hypothyroidism

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/daylight-saving-time-hypothyroidism 


ABOUT PALOMA HEALTH 

⁠⁠Paloma Health ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused on treating hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal weight gain. From online visits with your provider to easy prescription management and lab orders, we create personalized treatment plans for you. 

Become a member⁠, or try our at-home test kit and experience a whole new level of hypothyroid care. Use code PODCAST to save $30 at checkout.

Disclaimer: The $30 discount is only valid for first-time Paloma Health members and test kit users. Coupon must be entered at the time of checkout. 


Become a Paloma Member

https://www.palomahealth.com/pricing-hypothyroidism  


Paloma Complete Thyroid Blood Test Kit

https://www.palomahealth.com/home-thyroid-blood-test-kit

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

My Thyroid HealthBy Paloma Health

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5

5

5 ratings


More shows like My Thyroid Health

View all
Well-Fed Women by Noelle Tarr

Well-Fed Women

1,362 Listeners

Well Beyond 40 by JJ Virgin

Well Beyond 40

1,118 Listeners

The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast by Erin Holt

The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast

788 Listeners

Energized with Dr. Mariza by Dr. Mariza Snyder

Energized with Dr. Mariza

998 Listeners

Dhru Purohit Show by Dhru Purohit

Dhru Purohit Show

3,499 Listeners

The Dr. Hyman Show by Dr. Mark Hyman

The Dr. Hyman Show

9,290 Listeners

The Hormone Solution with Karen Martel by Karen Martel: Certified Hormone Specialist

The Hormone Solution with Karen Martel

338 Listeners

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+ by Everyday Wellness™

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+

149 Listeners

Thyroid Mystery Solved: Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism Revealed by Inna Topiler

Thyroid Mystery Solved: Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism Revealed

154 Listeners

The Thyroid Fixer by Dr. Amie Hornaman

The Thyroid Fixer

525 Listeners

The Art of Being Well by Dear Media, Will Cole

The Art of Being Well

1,473 Listeners

The Dr. Tyna Show by Dr. Tyna Moore

The Dr. Tyna Show

1,665 Listeners

The Root Cause Medicine Podcast by Rupa Health

The Root Cause Medicine Podcast

573 Listeners

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

1,167 Listeners

Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations with Dr. Izabella Wentz by Dr. Izabella Wentz

Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations with Dr. Izabella Wentz

54 Listeners