For women living with thyroid issues, menopause doesn't just pile on—it amplifies everything. The two are deeply connected, each one making the other harder to manage. And when you're already running on empty, knowing what to do can feel out of reach without the right support.

Getting through this season of life takes more than information. It takes education, empowerment, and the kind of support that helps you not only know better, but DO better.

In Episode 98, I'm sitting down with Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum, Ph.D., founder of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, to talk about healthy aging in menopause and beyond. Because the right support really can change everything.

In this episode:

Whether you're navigating thyroid issues, perimenopause, menopause, or just want to feel vibrant into your 50s, 60s, and beyond, this conversation is worth your hour.

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If you're living with thyroid issues and you’re confused, tired, inflamed, stuck, or burned out, this episode is for you. In this companion episode to my THYROID30® Cookbook, I’m taking you inside THYROID30: the whole-food, whole-health system I created to help Thyroid Thrivers build sustainable habits, reconnect with their bodies, and feel better for good.

We talk about why extreme approaches and chronic restriction often backfire, why gentle, consistent habits are the real needle-movers, and how the 8 Daily Rituals of Thyroid-Healthy Living form a grounded framework for supporting your energy, digestion, mood, sleep, and resilience.

THYROID30 is NOT a diet. It’s a middle path — a calmer, more sustainable way to nourish your body, rebuild trust with yourself, and create a thyroid-friendly lifestyle you love, that loves you back.

📘 UPDATE (Feb 3, 2026): The THYROID30® Cookbook is now officially available wherever books are sold! The pre-order bonus mentioned in this episode has ended, but you can learn more about the book—and how to participate in THYROID30 inside the Thrivers Club here:

👉 Order the THYROID30 Cookbook here: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/cookbook

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

If everything seems to bother your digestion and elimination diets have left you stressed, reactive, and stuck, this episode is for you. Holistic nutritionist Alison Marras shares how the gut–brain–immune connection, mindful eating, and nervous system support can help you heal food sensitivities and rebuild food freedom.

We talk about mindful eating, nervous system regulation, and why true gut healing is about slowing down and restoring dietary diversity, not living in restriction forever.

You’ll learn:

🌿 Learn more about Alison → https://foodbymars.com 
📲 Follow Alison on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/foodbymars 
🎧 Beat the Bloat Private Podcast → https://foodbymars.com/bloat 
🧠 Alison’s 3-Step Gut Healing Masterclass → https://foodbymars.kartra.com/page/masterclass-join 
🪷 The Calm Kit → https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/calm 
🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide → https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 
🦋 Learn more at HypothyroidChef.com → https://www.hypothyroidchef.com

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

If you’ve ever wondered why thyroid-healthy habits sometimes feel so hard, or why staying consistent is such a different road for those of us with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s, this episode is for you.

In episode 95 of the Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, I’m taking you beneath the surface to explore the work behind the work: the deeper emotional and mindset shifts that quietly shape every part of the healing journey. These “submarine-depth” Thriver skills aren’t often talked about, but they’re the true engine behind sustainable, long-term change.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

This is the episode I wish I had when I began my healing journey ten years ago. Whether you’re just starting out, in the messy middle, or stuck on a plateau… know this: you’re not behind. You’re becoming.

Enjoy the episode!

Resources Mentioned:

🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership    

📘 Order The Thyroid30 Cookbook: https://geni.us/Thyroid30 

🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

Have you ever felt worse after eating healthy foods like garlic, onions, asparagus, or broccoli? If so, you’re not crazy, but you could be dealing with sulfur intolerance (sometimes called sulfur sensitivity).

In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I share my personal story of discovering and living with sulfur intolerance — what it feels like, how I figured it out, and what finally helped me heal. You’ll learn the most common symptoms of sulfur intolerance, how testing can reveal hidden clues, and the supplements and strategies that turned things around for me.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel weird after eating garlic and onions, or how to fix sulfur intolerance naturally, this episode will help you understand your body’s detox pathways and how to work with your DNA, not against it.

Resources Mentioned: 

🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership    

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

Bone health is often overlooked until it becomes a problem, but for thyroid patients and women in midlife, it’s a now issue. 🦴

In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I sit down with Dr. Susan E. Brown, PhD, a medical anthropologist, clinical nutritionist, and founder of the Center for Better Bones, and Alkaline for Life. Together, we unpack what you need to know about supporting your bones naturally, especially if you’re navigating hypothyroidism, perimenopause, or dairy-free living.

You’ll learn:

Dr. Brown also shares her holistic approach to bone health, including the surprising role of emotional well-being in maintaining strong, resilient bones.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

Listen now and discover how to protect your bones naturally and holistically as a Thyroid Thriver!

🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership    

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

Confused by your thyroid labs, or why you still feel unwell despite “normal” results? In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I’m joined by Inna Topiler, CNS, board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of Thyroid Mystery Solved.

We unpack the 5 thyroid types, how to look beyond TSH, key Hashimoto’s triggers, and simple nutrition strategies to help you thrive. You’ll also learn about Reverse T3, antibodies, and how to support bone health without dairy.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism or have been managing Hashimoto’s for years, this conversation is packed with practical insights to help you better understand your thyroid and take steps toward thriving.

Learn more about Inna Topiler, CNS:

🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership    

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

Big news, Thrivers: My very first cookbook is finally here! Inside The THYROID30® Cookbook, you’ll find 100 thyroid-friendly recipes plus three complete 30-day meal plans to restore your energy and help you thrive.

Tune in for the inside scoop on what’s in store and how this book can support your healing journey.

Pre-Order Your Copy Today! - https://geni.us/Thyroid30 

Join the Thrivers Club and start your THYROID30 TODAY! - https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership 

In this inspiring episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, we explore how color can be a joyful, practical pathway to nourishment, energy, and thriving. 🌈

My guest, Dr. Deanna Minich—a nutrition scientist, educator, and author—shares the evidence behind colorful plant foods, how they support energy, hormones, and thyroid-friendly eating, and why shifting from restriction to curiosity helps make healthy habits stick.

You’ll learn:

About My Guest:
Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD, is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, and author with 20+ years in academia and the food/supplement industries. She is the Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, and is a functional medicine clinician and educator.

🌐 Find Dr. Deanna Minich at https://deannaminich.com/ 

📖 The Rainbow Diet (new full-color edition): https://amzn.to/488phla 

🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership    

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.

Soy is one of the most debated foods in the thyroid world. For years, the common advice was simple: “Avoid soy if you have thyroid issues.” But more recently, experts have been revisiting that recommendation, asking: Is it really that cut and dry?

In this mashup episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I bring you three trusted thyroid voices with very different perspectives:

Dr. Izabella Wentz shares why many Hashimoto’s patients do better limiting soy, at least in the beginning.

Dr. Alan Christianson explains why his deep dive into the research didn’t support a blanket recommendation to avoid soy.

Mary Shomon offers a practical middle ground, sharing best (and worst) choices around soy.

Together, we explore:

Do thyroid patients really need to avoid soy 100% of the time?

If not, which forms of soy are best?

How can we weigh soy’s potential benefits against its possible drawbacks?

Plus, I’ll share my own approach as a thyroid health coach and chef.

🦋 Need more support? Join the Thrivers Club here 👉 www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership

🛒 FREE Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 

💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.