In this episode, Dr. Amie Hornaman, a.k.a. "The Thyroid Fixer," sits down to explain her mission to tackle the widespread and often overlooked issue of thyroid dysfunction. She shares how combining functional medicine with patient self-advocacy can uncover root causes that traditional approaches frequently miss, empowering people to finally take control of their health.

Dr. Hornaman also introduces her upcoming book, "The Thyroid Fix: The No-Nonsense Guide to Fix Fatigue, Fogginess, and Fat That Won't Budge", set for release on May 12, 2026. In it, she challenges the common narrative around stubborn weight gain, brain fog, and chronic fatigue — arguing that the thyroid is often at the center of it all…

Click play to explore:

• How to recognize the real symptoms of thyroid dysfunction.

• The benefits of taking a functional medicine approach to hormone optimization.

• How to restore energy, improve metabolism, and take control of thyroid health.

• What happens when healthcare providers misdiagnose and mistreat patients.

Dr. Hornaman holds a doctorate in clinical nutrition and functional medicine and is the founder and CEO of The Better Thyroid and Hormone Institute. With more than 25 years in private practice, she also runs a nationwide telehealth clinic and developed The FIX Method program to help patients optimize their hormones and overall health.

To learn more about Dr. Hornaman and her work here!

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode

📖 The Thyroid Fix: The No-Nonsense Guide to Fix Fatigue, Fogginess, and Fat That Won't Budge – A practical guide to understanding thyroid health and addressing common symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain. 👉 Get it here

📘 Stop the Thyroid Madness: A Patient Revolution Against Decades of Inferior Treatment – A patient-centered look at thyroid treatment challenges, sharing insights and alternative perspectives on managing thyroid disorders. 👉 Check it out

📙 Hashimoto's Protocol – A comprehensive approach to managing Hashimoto's disease through nutrition, lifestyle changes, detox strategies, and personalized wellness practices. 👉 Explore it here

📕 Functional Approach to Hypothyroidism – A balanced exploration of traditional and functional medicine approaches to hypothyroidism, focused on improving long-term wellness and quality of life. 👉 Discover it here

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