If you're managing hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s disease, you’ve probably heard about the gut-thyroid connection—but how deep does it really go? In this deep dive episode, we’re diving headfirst into the gut-thyroid axis and uncovering why your digestive health plays a massive role in your thyroid function.

Spoiler alert: It’s not just about digestion! 

Your gut microbiome influences everything from nutrient absorption (think iodine, selenium, and zinc—key players in thyroid hormone production) to inflammation and autoimmunity. An imbalance in your gut, known as dysbiosis -- or "leaky gut" -- can trigger immune responses that disrupt your thyroid hormone levels. And if you’ve ever wondered about leaky gut, probiotics, or whether fermented foods like kimchi and sauerkraut actually help, we’re covering all of it.

In this episode, we’ll break down:

✅ How your gut and thyroid work together (and sometimes against each other!)

✅ The best gut-friendly foods and probiotics for thyroid health

✅ How common meds like antibiotics may be sabotaging your gut (and what to do about it)

✅ Testing options to decode your gut microbiome and restore balance

By the end, you’ll have actionable strategies to support both your gut and thyroid—because when these two systems are in harmony, you feel energized, balanced, and thriving. 

Learn more with these in-depth resources from Paloma Health:

Can Antibiotics Affect Your Thyroid Health - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/antibiotics-and-thyroid-health 

Gut Microbiota, Hashimoto’s, and Hypothyroidism - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/gut-microbiota-hashimotos-hypothyroidism 

How To Starve Bad Gut Bacteria For Better Thyroid Health - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/how-to-starve-bad-gut-bacteria-for-better-thyroid-health 

Leaky Gut and Hypothyroidism - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/leaky-gut-and-hypothyroidism 

Paloma Health Speaker Series: Gut Health - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm1P-rXAz9U 

Paloma Health Speaker Series: How & Why To Keep Your Gut Microbiome Healthy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktqKWo8_QyI 

Saccharomyces Boulardii and Hashimoto's Disease - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/saccharomyces-boulardii-hashimotos-disease 

The Gastrointestinal Effects of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Hypothyroidism - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/gastrointestinal-effects-of-hashimotos-and-hypothyroidism 

What Is The Gut Microbiome? - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/what-is-the-gut-microbiome 

What Is The Thyroid-Gut Axis? - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/what-is-the-thyroid-gut-axis 

Why Are Fermented Foods Good for Hypothyroidism? - https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/fermented-foods-hypothyroidism 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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 

Many of us dye our hair regularly, and usually, it’s not something we worry about. But if you have an autoimmune disease like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, should you be concerned about the chemicals in your favorite shade of blonde, brunette, red, or purple? Could hair dye trigger flare-ups or even contribute to autoimmunity in the first place? In this episode, we’ll explore what we know about hair dye and autoimmune disease, what we don’t, and how to make informed choices about hair dye while managing an autoimmune condition. 

What you will learn: 

• What is autoimmunity?

• What factors contribute to autoimmunity?

• Will dying my hair cause autoimmune disease?

• How to limit exposure to toxins

Check out our blog and read the full article here: 

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/autoimmune-disease-hair-dye 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

Are you tired of feeling tired? Battling persistent fatigue despite managing your thyroid condition? In this episode, we take a deep dive into reclaiming your energy when you're hypothyroid. We'll look at how low thyroid hormone levels disrupt energy production, leading to various types of tiredness, including physical and mental exhaustion, and even feeling tired after sleep! We'll also explore the relationship between hypothyroidism and chronic fatigue syndrome, including the overlapping symptoms and potential interconnections.

We'll also look at the importance of optimal thyroid treatment, lifestyle adjustments, and stress management in getting your energy back. You'll also get expert insights on thyroid hormone replacement, beneficial supplements, dietary considerations, and the crucial role of sleep. So, stay tuned as we dive into this important topic with expert insights and practical advice from Paloma Health!

Learn more at these in-depth articles on the Paloma Health blog:

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & The Thyroid https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-the-thyroid 

• How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Energy https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/how-hypothyroidism-affects-your-energy 

• How the Thyroid Affects Circadian Rhythm https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/thyroid-circadian-rhythm 

• Hypothyroidism and Fatigue https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hypothyroidism-and-fatigue 

• Paloma Health Speaker Series: Reclaim Your Energy With Hypothyroidism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riR6kUcQ4R0&list=TLGGRxjZD6tmZfMyMTAzMjAyNQ 

• Sleep and Hypothyroidism https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/sleep-and-hypothyroidism 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

You’re in your thirties, and for some reason, your periods have become irregular. Maybe your PMS has gotten significantly worse. Or you frequently wake up in the middle of the night, feeling overheated. You’re feeling more tired and moody than usual. What is going on? You may say, “I’m too young for ‘menopause,’ right?” Or, “Menopause is at least ten years away, isn’t it?”

In this episode, learn about the signs and symptoms of early perimenopause, and something that many women don't know: perimenopause can start as early as a woman’s thirties!!!

What you will learn: 

• Understanding perimenopause

• Early perimenopause prevalence and risk factors

• Signs and symptoms of early perimenopause

• Impact of early perimenopause

• Treatments for early perimenopause

• Supplements

• Lifestyle changes

Check out our blog and read the full article here: 

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/perimenopause-start-thirties 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

We have a special Deep Dive for you in today's episode, comparing the two main types of hypothyroidism treatment: the most common treatment, levothyroxine, which is a synthetic T4 medication, and natural desiccated thyroid drugs, also known as NDT, with brands including Armour Thyroid and NP Thyroid.

We'll explore the history, effectiveness, and potential benefits of NDT for patients who are still symptomatic on levothyroxine. We'll also get into the controversies surrounding NDT, including FDA regulation and prescriber bias, and review the pros and cons of NDT. We'll also cover how to find NDT-friendly doctors, the role of compounded thyroid medications. If you've ever wondered if natural thyroid drugs are for you, stay tuned as we dive into this important topic with expert insights and practical advice from Paloma Health!

You can find out more at these in-depth articles at the Paloma Health blog:

• Is NDT a Better Option to Levothyroxine for Hypothyroidism? https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/natural-desiccated-thyroid-alternative-levothyroxine-hypothyroidism

• Levothyroxine vs. Natural Desiccated Thyroid Medication https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/levothyroxine-vs-desiccated-thyroid 

• Natural Desiccated Thyroid Medication: Fact and Fiction https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/natural-desiccated-thyroid-medication 

• Top Compounding Pharmacies for NDT Prescriptions https://www.palomahealth.com/guides/ndt-compounding-pharmacies 

• What Is Armour® Thyroid Medication? https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/armour-thyroid 

• The Pros and Cons of Natural Desiccated Thyroid Medication for Hypothyroidism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gDz3VZ0x2I 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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 

If you’re hypothyroid, you’re probably familiar with T4 and T3, the two main thyroid hormones. But you may not know about Reverse T3, but you should. This episode explores reverse T3 and looks at the controversy surrounding this misunderstood thyroid hormone.

What you will learn:

• Overview of thyroid hormones
• Production of rT3
• Clinical significance of rT3
• Relationship to diet

Check out our blog and read the full article here:

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/reverse-t3

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

When it comes to hypothyroidism treatment, most doctors and patients think of a synthetic version of the T4 hormone, and medications like Synthroid. But there’s a second hormone, T3, that may be a useful part of your thyroid treatment. In this episode, we’ll be exploring T3 thyroid medication and when it can be helpful for people with hypothyroidism.

What you will learn:

• Overview of thyroid hormones
• What is T3 medication, and what does it do?
• When might a T3 medication be helpful?
• What are the side effects of taking T3 medication?
• How long does it take for T3 medication to work?
• Where can I get a T3 thyroid prescription medication?

Check out our blog and read the full article here:

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/t3-thyroid-medication-overview

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

Welcome to this special episode, where we do a deep dive into a topic that so many people with hypothyroidism struggle with—hair loss!

If you've noticed more strands in your brush or feel like your hair just isn’t as thick and healthy as it used to be, you’re not alone. Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s can throw your hair growth cycle completely off balance, leading to shedding, thinning, and frustrating changes in texture.

In this episode, we’ll break down exactly how your thyroid affects your hair, whether popular treatments like levothyroxine could be making things worse, and if biotin is really the magic bullet it’s hyped up to be. Plus, we’ll take a look at minoxidil and other treatments to see what actually works for thyroid-related hair loss. And, we'll touch on the skin and nails, which are also affected along with hair.

And to give you even more expert-backed solutions, we’ll be sharing insights from Paloma Health’s speaker series, where top health professionals break down the best ways to identify and treat hair loss, including the role of thyroid testing, nutritional deficiencies, and personalized care.

If you’re wondering how to keep your hair strong, healthy, and right where it belongs—on your head—then stay tuned, because we’ve got a lot to cover in this must-listen episode!

Check out our website for more information:

• Biotin Benefits for Hypothyroidism

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/biotin-benefits-for-hypothyroidism 

• Does Levothyroxine Cause Hair Loss?

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/does-levothyroxine-cause-hair-loss 

• Eyebrow Hair Loss: A Telltale Sign of Thyroid Dysfunction

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/eyebrow-hair-loss-thyroid-dysfunction 

• Hair Loss in Perimenopause and Menopause

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hair-loss-perimenopause-menopause 

• How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Hair, Skin, and Nails

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hypothyroidism-hair-skin-nails 

• How Much Hair Loss Is Normal With Hypothyroidism?

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/how-much-hair-loss-is-normal-hypothyroidism 

• How Thyroid Disease Affects Hair Loss

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/how-thyroid-disease-affects-hair-loss 

• Minoxidil – Rogaine – for Thyroid-Related Hair Loss

  https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/minoxidil-rogaine-thyroid-hair-loss 

• Paloma Health Speaker Series: How To Stop Hair Loss With Hypothyroidism

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dab9eBCjjwE 

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

Hypothyroidism can make your muscles feel weak and achy, your brain foggy and fuzzy, or your energy tired and depressed. It can be so frustrating and discouraging to find the motivation to do anything physical. So what's the best exercise for people with hypothyroidism who aren't motivated to move?

In this episode, we're talking about 10 fun and motivating exercise ideas to help you get moving and have a great time doing it!

Check out our blog and read the full article here:

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/types-exercises-hypothyroidism

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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

This special episode of My Thyroid Health offers a deep dive conversation, exploring everything you need to know about thyroid hormone replacement therapy. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, understanding the treatment options is essential.

The episode breaks down the different types of prescription medications used to manage this condition, how they work in the body, and what factors can influence their effectiveness. We’ll also discuss the importance of proper dosage, potential side effects, and the role of lifestyle choices in supporting thyroid health.

Whether you're newly diagnosed, have been managing hypothyroidism for years, or are simply curious about how thyroid hormone replacement works, this episode will provide the insights you need. So, stay tuned as we dive into this important topic with expert insights and practical advice from Paloma Health!

Learn more about thyroid hormone replacement medication at the Paloma blog:

Your Definitive Guide to Thyroid Medication

6 Things That Can Affect Your Thyroid Medication

Side Effects of Thyroid Medication

About Paloma Health:

⁠⁠Paloma Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. 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