Thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) are a type of thyrotropin receptor antibody commonly associated with Graves’ Disease.

Even though most people with hyperthyroidism would benefit from getting their TSI tested, many endocrinologists ignore this test altogether or test only once per year.

Today I’m sharing what thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins are and why monitoring your levels is essential.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What are thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI)?
- The association between elevated TSI levels and Graves’ Disease
- Why you can’t compare levels from different labs
- Optimal TSI reference ranges
- What you can do to lower thyroid antibody levels
- The relationship between TSI and thyroid eye disease
- How you can decrease TSI

As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!






To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/what-are-thyroid-stimulating-immunoglobulins/.

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“You have to customize what you eat according to your health and your tolerance.” - Sally K. Norton

Oxalates are naturally-produced chemicals that can be found in a variety of sources and plant foods like spinach and sweet potatoes. When consumed, oxalate crystals can deposit in different areas of the body, including the thyroid, and cause a cascade of adverse effects.

Today I’m super excited to be joined by Sally K. Norton, author of "Toxic Superfoods," about the impact of oxalates on the body. Sally holds a nutrition degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in Public Health. Her path to becoming a leading expert on dietary oxalate includes a prior career working at major medical schools in medical education and public health research. Her personal healing experience inspired years of research that led to her book, Toxic Superfoods, which was released in January 2023 from Rodale Press and is available everywhere books are sold. As a leading expert on oxalates in food, Sally’s work has been featured by podcasters, radio shows, and several online and print journals.  Her website is https://sallyknorton.com.

In this conversation, Sally and I delve into the prevalence of oxalate crystals in the thyroid gland, the connection between oxalates and health issues such as kidney stones, tips for reducing oxalates in the diet, the challenges of restrictive diets, and more. Enjoy the episode!








To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/the-impact-of-toxic-superfoods-on-thyroid-health-with-sally-norton-098/.

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Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies are commonly associated with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and, in some cases, may also be elevated in those with Graves’ Disease.

These antibodies develop when there is damage to thyroglobulin, which is often a result of the autoimmune processes of Hashimoto’s.

Today I’m discussing everything you need to know about anti-thyroglobulin antibodies, why they develop, testing, and how to lower them.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why anti-thyroglobulin antibodies develop
- What elevated anti-thyroglobulin antibodies suggests
- Reference lab ranges for anti-thyroglobulin antibodies
- Why it’s essential to use the same lab when comparing results for a specific marker
- Testing for serum thyroglobulin levels
- Causes of elevated serum thyroglobulin
- How to lower anti-thyroglobulin antibodies

As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!






To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/tpo-antibodies-vs-thyroglobulin-antibodies-part-2/.

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Heavy metals are everywhere in our environment.

Even when we limit our exposure, most of us were born with heavy metals and toxins from our mothers. The good news is, while you can’t avoid it, you can heal from this, especially when it comes to conditions like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ Disease.

Today I’m joined by return guest, Dr. Wendie Trubow, to talk about heavy metals and how you can start going in the right direction regarding thyroid autoimmunity. As a functional medicine gynecologist, Wendie is passionate about helping women optimize their health and lives. Through her struggles with mold and metal toxicity, Celiac disease, and other health issues, she has developed a deep sense of compassion and expertise for what her patients are facing.

In this conversation, Wendie and I discuss how heavy metals impact thyroid health and autoimmunity, why many kids test positive despite low environmental exposure, the top four heavy metals, common sources of heavy metals, why it’s crucial to improve the functioning of your detox systems, what you need to know about testing, and more. Enjoy the episode!








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Many people with Graves’ Disease or Hashimoto’s also have thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies.

TPO antibodies develop when the immune system attacks thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme that plays a significant role in synthesizing thyroid hormone.  Elevated TPO antibody levels point to an inhibition of the production of thyroid hormone, which can eventually lead to hypothyroidism, even in those with Graves’.

Today I’m sharing everything you need to know about why TPO antibodies develop and how to address them.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What is thyroid peroxidase (TPO), and how does it work?
- What elevated TPO antibodies indicate
- The triad of autoimmunity
- Functional reference ranges for TPO antibodies
- The relationship between TPO and iron
- How to decrease TPO antibodies

As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!






To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/tpo-antibodies-vs-thyroglobulin-antibodies-part-1/.

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“Nutrition is about growth, metabolism, and repair. It's not just about the food we eat or don't eat.” - Andrea Nakayama

If you have a chronic condition, you’ve probably been advised to cut certain foods or food groups from your diet. Whether going gluten-free or dairy-free or switching to a diet like keto or paleo, many people with chronic conditions find themselves on increasingly restrictive diets, struggling to make progress.

A holistic approach to nutrition and health considers the complexity of the body's systems and each person’s individual needs. That means making sustainable changes to improve our lifestyle rather than forcing an overly restrictive diet.

Today I’m excited to chat with Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist, and educator, who has led thousands of clients, and now teaches even more coaches and clinicians around the world in a revolution reclaiming ownership of both their own and their clients’ health.

In this episode, Andrea and I discuss the interconnectedness of all aspects of our health, the role of diet in managing thyroid autoimmunity, why we need individualized nutrition plans, Andrea’s perspective on the limitations of restrictive diets for long-term health, how to make sustainable changes to your diet and lifestyle, and more. Enjoy the episode!








To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/healing-thyroid-autoimmunity-through-functional-nutrition-with-andrea-nakayama-096/.

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Living with Graves’ Disease poses a number of challenges.

From the symptoms themselves to the lack of education and support from conventional medical practitioners, it can be difficult to determine the best path forward.

Today I’m sharing the top three struggles I experienced as well as my best strategies for overcoming them.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- #1: Dealing with the symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism
- #2: The fear of receiving radioactive iodine or thyroid surgery
- #3: The negativity of most endocrinologists
- Addressing the root causes of your symptoms
- My top strategies for dealing with these struggles in your thyroid healing journey

As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!






To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/the-3-biggest-struggles-with-graves-disease-and-how-to-overcome-them/.

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If you'd like to improve your gut health, diversify your diet!

Incorporating a variety of colorful plant-based foods, prebiotics, and select strains of probiotics is always a step in the right direction. But when it comes to probiotics and prebiotics, there’s a lot of conflicting information. Is a higher CFU always better? Will prebiotics feed bad bacteria too? Is it okay to rely on fermented foods as the primary source?

Today I’m joined by Dr. Jason Hawrelak, a naturopathic physician and expert in prebiotics, probiotics, and the gut microbiome. Dr. Hawrelak was my instructor in my master’s degree at the University of Western States, and I’ve also learned a lot from him in his online courses in the years since. Dr. Hawrelak did his Ph.D. examining the capacity of probiotics, prebiotics, and herbal medicines to modify the gastrointestinal tract microbiota and teaches worldwide on microbiota modification and gastrointestinal health.

In this conversation, Dr. Hawrelak and I discuss the importance of using specific strains of probiotics, the therapeutic benefits of prebiotics, Dr. Hawrelak’s take on treating Blastocystis and H. pylori, the potential negative impacts of long-term use of berberine, how you can nurture your gut microbiome, and more. Enjoy the episode!








To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/prebiotics-probiotics-and-the-gut-microbiome-with-dr-jason-hawrelak-095/.

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Regular movement is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle.

Getting regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, improve insulin sensitivity, increase bone density, and more. At the same time, if you have any type of thyroid condition, it’s important not to overdo it.

Today I’m discussing the risks of overtraining and specific considerations for those with thyroid conditions.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- The protective effects of exercise
- How overtraining negatively impacts the immune system
- How exercise affects the Th1/Th2 balance
- Why exercise can make us more susceptible to infections
- How overtraining can lead to adrenal insufficiency
- Figuring out how much exercise is too much
- Why I believe overtraining was a factor in my development of Graves’ Disease
- Special considerations for exercising when you have a thyroid condition

As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!






To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/can-too-much-exercise-trigger-thyroid-autoimmunity/.

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For many people, hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA) offers insights that provide the missing piece on their healing journey. Unlike blood tests, HTMA delivers a more accurate way of measuring mineral levels that looks at what's going on at a cellular level over time.

Today’s guest is Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) Expert Hope Pedraza. Hope is a certified Holistic Nutritionist, nutrition coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), and comprehensively certified Pilates instructor and founder of inBalance studio. She helps women heal their bodies from chronic gut, hormone, thyroid, and autoimmune issues, and balance the mind and live in alignment. Hope is also a host of the fast-growing podcast, Hopeful and Wholesome.

In this conversation, Hope and I discuss how HTMA results are interpreted, what people with thyroid conditions should be aware of with HTMA, what elevated mineral levels indicate, the critical minerals we look for in HTMA, common sources of copper toxicity, detoxification protocols and who should avoid them, and more.

There’s a lot of controversy regarding HTMA and I was glad to have Hope on to talk about the enormous benefits it can offer. Enjoy the episode!







To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/hair-testing-and-thyroid-health-with-hope-pedraza-094/.

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