Show Summary: 

“A healthy thyroid boosts metabolism, energy, and weight management, while a sluggish thyroid leads to low energy, weight gain, and inflammation.”

Are you aware of how your thyroid might be impacting your overall health?

Wondering what causes Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease?

Is there a gentle way to calm your stress without overwhelming your body?

Can thyroid damage be reversed and autoimmune conditions effectively managed? 

If any of these questions pique your interest, this episode is for you!

In this episode, I'm joined by Jared Price, Head Nurse Practitioner at ProvoHealth, who will help shed light on the mysteries of thyroid health. Discover the factors that contribute to dysfunction in the body, including the impact of adrenal and sex hormones, and learn specific tests to monitor your thyroid health.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion as we delve into the fascinating world of thyroid disorders and explore ways to achieve optimal thyroid function. Tune into Episode 89 of the Gutsy Health Podcast today!

Show Highlights: 

07:29 - Episode Start 

08:15 - Discover Juanique’s personal experience with Graves disease after giving birth to her first child

17:33 - Dive into the thyroid's multifaceted role in health, touching on gut issues and metabolic processes 

18:39 - Identify the three key players in optimal mitochondrial function - thyroid, sex hormones, and adrenals

21:03 - Explore the adrenal cortex's role in cortisol production and the significance of minerals 

30:58 - Unravel the ties between Addison's disease, adrenal insufficiency, kidney communication, and thyroid function

33:00 - Understand why TSH isn't the ultimate thyroid health indicator and discover optimal ranges for TSH, total T4, and free T4

38:40 - Examine the importance of reverse T3 levels, their link to stress, thyroid function, adrenal insufficiency, and liver stress

43:01 - Explore the underlying causes of thyroid dysfunction, emphasizing the analysis of upstream factors like diet and lifestyle

43:14 - Uncover the role of hormones, especially in teenagers, and their crucial connection to maintaining youthful energy

45:41 - Discover contributors to the aging of cellular health, including stress, sex hormones, inflammation, and co-infections

47:51 - Analyze the link between emotional health and the immune system

54:07 - Explore the impact of stress on autoimmune conditions, particularly Graves' disease

58:04 - Highlight the connection between stress and the gut microbiome and its impact on overall health

1:05:58 - Emphasize the importance of proper exercise for stress relief without overexertion 

Important Links: 

• Gutsy Health Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/gutsyhealthpodcast/
• Gutsy Health Academy - https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/
• Biofilm and Mold Being a Root Cause of Disease and Infections - https://bit.ly/3rGCQWx
• Feel free to reach out to ProvoHealth and schedule a consultation with Jared Price by calling 801-691-1765