In this video, Dr. Kharrazian explains how the vagus nerve affects digestion and other aspects of gut health, factors that can compromise vagus function, and the best ways to strengthen your vagus nerve . Not all vagal exercises are alike and you want to use the most effective ones. Dr. Kharrazian has worked with many patients over the years whose gut health was significantly compromised from poor vagal tone, particularly those impacted by brain injury.

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If you struggle with chronic depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders, you may suffer from undiagnosed hypothyroidism. A thyroid hormone deficiency can cause multiple brain-based symptoms. This is because thyroid hormones play an important role in the function of many areas of the brain, including neuron health, brain immune cells called neuroglia, and the blood-brain barrier. If you have a chronic mood disorder, consider asking your doctor to screen for hypothyroidism with a TSH test and for autoimmune Hashimoto’s with a TPO and TGB antibody test in order to rule these conditions out. Learn more in this podcast episode or in my online course, Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle.

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Not all thyroid supplements are equally effective – in fact, some can actually make your hypothyroid symptoms worse. You might have come across the mistaken belief that hypothyroidism is caused by a nutritional deficiency of iodine, tyrosine, or thyroid glandulars. This is an outdated theory from the 1950s and ‘60s that unfortunately still persists today. In actuality, iodine and tyrosine are not the best options for those with Hashimoto’s – and thyroid glandulars should never be used as a replacement for thyroid medication. However, some nutraceuticals can be very supportive of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's. Learn more in this episode or check out my course, Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle.

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It’s an incredibly common question among hypothyroid patients: what’s the best diet for hypothyroidism? While specific diet plans can certainly make a profound impact, for the best results you have to tailor your diet to your individual needs. Outdated myths persist when it comes to the best diets for hypothyroidism, and we should tackle some of those before moving ahead into the best diet options for you. Learn more in this podcast episode or in my course, Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle.

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You might not realize just how many chemicals you encounter on a day-to-day basis. Each of us is routinely exposed to thousands of different chemicals – many of which can impact your thyroid health. Some of these chemicals are cleared out of the body through liver “biotransformation.” Commonly called detoxification, this is the process through which liver enzymes convert chemicals into water-soluble compounds that can be properly eliminated through sweat, urine, and feces.

Chemicals that can be processed and eliminated in this way include pesticides, plastics, fire retardants, and many other chemicals in our food, water, and air.

But there’s a group of chemicals that cannot be cleared out of the body, including heavy metals like mercury, lead, and arsenic. Since they cannot be expelled, metals are stored in the fat and bone. Learn more in this episode or in my course, Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle.

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If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, you should know low thyroid function can impact your gut health. This is why it’s important to properly manage the underlying mechanisms of your hypothyroidism. An intimate relationship exists between your gastrointestinal tract and your thyroid, with each affecting the other. The health of the stomach, gut microbiome, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and large intestine are all interrelated with thyroid function. Additionally, the inflammation and autoimmune mechanisms associated with Hashimoto’s cause thyroid receptor site resistance and low thyroid function. Learn more in this podcast episode.

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If you're like 3/4 of Americans, you suffer from IBS, diarrhea, acid reflux, constipation, abdominal pain, leaky gut, SIBO, bloating and gas, and so on. In this podcast Dr. Kharrazian explains the number-one rule he follows when working with any gut health patient: Start at the top and work your way down. If you are trying to improve your microbiome but your gallbladder is congested, you likely won't be successful. If you have IBS symptoms but you're not addressing low stomach hydrochloric acid, or if you are constipated and your brain is dysfunctioning due to a head injury, neuroinflammation, or degeneration, again, your success will be limited. In this information-packed episode, Dr. Kharrazian goes over the broad strategies of addressing gut health disorders and takes questions from viewers.

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You may have heard of leaky gut but did you know you can get leaky brain too? The most common symptoms are brain fog and slower mental speed, but an intestinal blood-brain barrier plays a role in numerous brain disorders. Learn more in this episode and from great viewer questions.

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Mold toxicity is a silent factor a lot of people don’t consider when rooting out causes for chronic health issues. Because most of its signs and symptoms are invisible to everyone else, it often goes unsuspected until symptoms become disabling. Many factors can play a role in mold toxicity, from water damage in your home, school, or workplace, to indoor humidity levels, genetic susceptibility, and your unique immune function. In this podcast, Dr. Kharrazian explains how mold toxicity occurs, what to look out for, ways to test for and address it, and more. Followed by a Q&A with listeners.

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Low stomach acid and gallbladders sludge are very common gut issues in Americans. Low stomach acid can lead to symptoms such as acid reflux, heartburn, indigestion, belching and bloating, and discomfort after eating meats and proteins. Gallbladder sludge can lead to belching and bloating, burping up fish oil capsules, and discomfort after eating fats. Both of these disorders lead to problems throughout the digestive tract and can raise your risk of chronic disease. Instead of always reaching for the antacids or other drugs, learn the various underlying causes of these issues and what to do about them in this video. The good news is they often are easily managed. Learn more at drknews.com.

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