If you’ve been dismissed with “normal labs” while still struggling with hair loss, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, anxiety, infertility, or exhaustion, this episode will feel like a lifeline. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jolene Brighten sits down with Dr. Izabella Wentz, clinical pharmacist, thyroid expert, and bestselling author, to uncover the real root causes of Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism—and what you can do to reclaim your energy, mood, and metabolism. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or suspect something’s been missed, this conversation will equip you with the tools to finally take back your health.
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🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Dr. Izabella Wentz’s Books:
-- Hashimoto’s Protocol https://amzn.to/2TsgO3C
-- Adrenal Transformation Protocol https://amzn.to/3MVERX3
-- The Root Cause Cookbook for Hashimoto’s https://amzn.to/2OpNLfa
Key Supplements Discussed:
-- Selenium (83–200 mcg) https://drbrightenessentials.com/products/thyroid-support
-- Myo-Inositol (2,000 mg) https://drbrightenessentials.com/products/myoinositol-plus
-- Benfotiamine (600 mg for thyroid-related fatigue)
-- Magnesium Glycinate (for thyroid support) https://drbrightenessentials.com/products/magnesium-plus
-- Adaptogens: Rhodiola, Ashwagandha, Holy Basil https://drbrightenessentials.com/products/adrenal-support
Lab Tests You Should Request :https://drbrighten.com/essential-thyroid-labs-you-should-be-testing/
Scientific Research & Stats Referenced:
-- Studies on celiac disease + gluten as a trigger for Hashimoto’s
-- Dr. Alessio Fasano’s work on leaky gut and autoimmunity
-- Evidence on fluoride’s link to hypothyroidism in UK water studies: https://jech.bmj.com/content/69/7/619
-- Izabella Wentz article on fluoride’s link to hypothyroidism: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/fluoride-and-your-thyroid
-- Sauna 4x/week study showing reduced cardiovascular and toxic burden risk https://drbrighten.com/infrared-sauna-benefits/
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-- Website https://thyroidpharmacist.com
-- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd
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