Dive into the world of thyroid health with Melissa Ramos! Melissa Ramos, the thyroid alchemist, highlights the significance of viewing health issues as dysfunctions rather than deficiencies. She delves into her personal and professional insights on hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, the roles of minerals like iron and copper, and how they impact thyroid function. This episode underscores the essence of patience and self-love in the journey towards wellness.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) Iron Dysfunction and Thyroid Connection
(8:00) Thyroid Health and Parasite Concerns
(19:00) Iron, Copper, and Muscle Recovery
(33:00) Optimizing Mineral Balance for Thyroid Health
(42:00) Journey of Self-Love and Healing
(52:00) Embracing Somatic Practices for Emotional Healing
(59:00) Navigating Self-Acceptance and Community Support
(1:06:00) Embracing Healing With Thyroid Alchemy

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep408/

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