In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd reveals the five most common root causes of belly bloat she sees in women with Hashimoto’s—and why simply “eating clean” isn’t always enough to fix it.

If you’ve been gluten-free, hitting your protein goals, maybe even tracking your food, yet your belly still swells by lunchtime, this episode is for you. Dr. Emily pulls back the curtain on infections, digestive imbalances, and environmental triggers that keep your gut inflamed and bloated—often without you realizing it.

From upper belly distension after meals to lower belly bloating that makes you feel six months pregnant, you’ll learn how to connect your symptoms to specific root causes and which tests can confirm what’s really going on. These aren’t quick-fix tips—they’re functional medicine strategies designed to help you uncover the “why” behind your bloat and create a targeted plan for relief.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The five root causes of belly bloat most doctors overlook
• How H. pylori suppresses stomach acid and stalls digestion
• The telltale signs of SIBO and why low FODMAP is only a bandaid
• How sluggish bile flow or low enzyme output causes fat-related bloat
• Why parasites can be present even without international travel
• How mold exposure disrupts gut balance and slows motility
• The functional lab tests that reveal hidden gut and toxin triggers
• Why bloating is a red flag for deeper imbalances in Hashimoto’s
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Highlights:

00:00 Welcome & share something your endocrinologist will not tell you

00:54 Root Cause #1: Helicobacter Pylori

02:09 Root Cause #2: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

03:06 Root Cause #3: Fat Digestion Issues

04:28 Root Cause #4: Parasites

05:38 Root Cause #5: Mold Exposure

06:41 Recap & next steps for getting clarity and relief

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd gets real about what it’s like to navigate Hashimoto’s as a busy mom—and how to stop feeling stuck in a body that doesn’t feel like yours.

From school drop-offs and Zoom calls to reheated coffee and managing thyroid symptoms, it’s no wonder Hashi moms feel exhausted and inflamed. But here’s the truth: healing doesn’t require perfection—it requires a plan that works for your life.

Dr. Emily shares her top three Hashi Mom Hacks for losing weight, rebuilding energy, and being more present for your kids (without spending hours in the kitchen or working out 6 days a week).

Whether you're newly postpartum, managing a career, or constantly googling “what actually works for Hashimoto’s,” this episode cuts through the noise with practical, proven strategies from a fellow mama who's been there.

• Why most weight loss and fatigue protocols don’t work for moms with Hashimoto’s
• What you don’t need to do (hint: it’s not 6 workouts/week or cooking every meal from scratch)
• How walking after meals can regulate blood sugar and reduce inflammation
• Why 30g of protein per meal is the sweet spot for energy, cravings, and lean muscle
• The 6 movement patterns to focus on for efficient, effective strength workouts
• Real-life strategies to stay consistent (even when you're tired, busy, or overwhelmed)
• Why your workouts should fuel your day, not drain it
• How to stop guessing and build a personalized plan that actually works

Highlights: 

00:33 Navigating Hashimoto's as a Busy Mom

01:37 Real-Life Hashi Mom Hacks

03:31 Creating a Sustainable Plan

06:33 The Hashi Mom Power Plan

12:33 Client Success Stories

16:40 Your Next Steps

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd unpacks one of the most overlooked (yet crucial) pieces of Hashimoto’s healing: the terrain theory.

We’re often so focused on protocols to kill mold, parasites, SIBO, or H. pylori that we miss the second half of the equation rebuilding our inner ecosystem to be more resilient, robust, and resistant to future exposures.

Because here’s the truth: mold, viruses, gut infections, and toxins are everywhere. It’s not if you get exposed it’s how well your body can handle it.

Dr. Emily shares how she helps women with Hashimoto’s stop the cycle of reinfection and fatigue by rebuilding the terrain through nutrient repletion, gut repair, nervous system support, and immune resilience.

Whether you’re struggling with recurring gut issues, mold sensitivity, or autoimmune flare-ups that just won’t quit this episode offers a whole new way to think about healing.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ What terrain theory is—and why it matters for Hashimoto’s

✔️ Why gut infections come back (even after treatment)

✔️ How to rebuild your inner ecosystem after the “kill phase”

✔️ What makes someone a more susceptible host (and how to change that)

✔️ Supplements and lifestyle strategies to restore immune resilience

✔️ The role of nervous system regulation in mold recovery

✔️ What to do between conventional treatment rounds to feel better

✔️ How to become more robust, resilient, and bounce back faster after exposure

​​Highlights:

00:25 Understanding Terrain Theory

03:29 Gut Health and Terrain Theory

04:18 Rebuilding Your Inner Ecosystem

06:46 Addressing Autoimmunity and Inflammation09:07 Mold Exposure and Resilience

10:53 Practical Strategies for Robust Health

13:27 Your Next Steps

Links & Resources

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd shares a powerful reframe on time, energy, and value for women with Hashimoto’s who feel stuck, exhausted, and frustrated by their lack of progress despite doing everything “right.”

Inspired by a popular Instagram post about time management, Dr. Emily unpacks why the high-achiever, hustle-hard mentality doesn’t work for Hashimoto’s—and what to focus on instead if you’re trying to get your energy back, lose weight, and feel like yourself again.

Through three client stories, she walks you through what might actually be zapping your energy (it’s not laziness), and how to finally uncover the root causes that conventional medicine often overlooks—like SIBO, adrenal dysfunction, or H. pylori.

This episode is your permission slip to stop shaming yourself and start healing from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why time isn’t your issue—energy is
• The link between fatigue and failed weight loss efforts
• Real-life client cases that reveal hidden energy zappers
• The root causes of Hashimoto’s fatigue (beyond labs and meds)
• What conventional medicine often misses in the diagnostic process
• How to tell if gut issues, overtraining, or adrenal fatigue are your roadblocks
• What it really takes to feel like yourself again—and stay that way

Highlights: 

00:03 The Instagram Post on Time Management

00:52 Hashimoto's and Time Management

02:45 The Importance of Energy for Hashimoto's Patients

06:03 Client Success Stories: Lisa's Journey

09:04 Client Success Stories: Selena's Journey

11:28 Client Success Stories: Kelly's Journey

14:46 How you can heal with Hashimoto’s: Next Steps

Links & Resources

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd breaks down one of the most overlooked but transformational areas of healing for women with Hashimoto’s: sleep. If you’re waking up at 2 AM with a racing mind, lying in bed for hours despite being bone-tired, this episode is for you.

Before jumping into thyroid labs, adrenal tests, or gut protocols, Dr. Emily explains why sleep is the very first thing she addresses in her root cause functional medicine practice—and why fixing your sleep might be the fastest way to restore your energy, focus, and vitality.

Through six real-life client stories, Dr. Emily unpacks what could actually be waking you up in the middle of the night—from cortisol spikes and blood sugar crashes, to hidden mold exposure, parasites, hormone shifts, and even undiagnosed sleep apnea. These aren’t surface-level tips—these are functional medicine strategies that transform lives.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How sleep impacts every part of your healing journey with Hashimoto’s
• Why tracking deep sleep matters more than hours slept
• How stress, blood sugar, and mold can quietly sabotage your sleep
• What most GI and hormone labs miss when it comes to sleep issues
• Why a “normal” looking GI-MAP doesn’t rule out parasites
• What to ask your provider about sleep apnea (even if you “sleep fine”)
• The root cause approach to reclaiming deep sleep, energy, and your life

Highlights:

00:00 Welcome & why sleep is the first place to start

01:20 The four foundational pillars of healing

03:14 Client story: Waking at 2:30 AM with racing thoughts

05:32 How to track your deep sleep and cortisol accurately

08:57 The blood sugar crash no one was catching

13:00 The overlooked role of mold and home health

17:41 Nighttime parasite activity and travel history

22:28 How perimenopause impacts your sleep hormones

26:10 Why sleep apnea often gets missed in exhausted women

33:50 What to do next: Testing, tools, and your healing roadmap

Links & Resources

Apply for 1:1 Root Cause Functional Medicine Coaching

👉 1:1 Functional Health Coaching – Dr. Emily Kiberd

Learn my secret to sustainable weight loss for Hashimoto’s.

👉Join Thyroid Strong Elite: 6-Month Group Coaching

Book a free discovery call with Dr. Emily Kiberd

Myofunctional therapist Dr. Emily recommends:

👉 Kimmy Herrera at Smile Airway Health (telehealth available)

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In this episode of the Summer Survival Series, Dr. Emily Kiberd tackles one of the most socially loaded and symptom-triggering events of summer for women with Hashimoto’s: the backyard barbecue.

From sneaky sugar-laden sauces to raw veggies that destroy your gut, to handling peer pressure when you say “no” for the 50th time…this episode is packed with smart strategies and mindset shifts to help you enjoy BBQ season without crashing your energy, triggering your symptoms, or feeling like a social outcast.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The biggest food traps hiding at every summer BBQ
• Why raw broccoli and BBQ sauce could be messing with your thyroid
• How “naked carbs” spike your blood sugar and how to avoid them
• The one question to ask the host before loading your plate
• The best pre-party snack to prevent hangry choices
• How to enjoy a drink (if you choose to) without wrecking your gut
• The mindset shift that makes you feel strong and empowered…not deprived

Highlights: 

00:00 Introduction to Summer Survival Series

00:30 Navigating Barbecue Season with Hashimoto's

01:34 Understanding the Impact of Sauces and Carbs

03:05 The Problem with Raw Cruciferous Vegetables

03:56 Avoiding Mayonnaise and Social Pressure

05:39 The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster

06:20 Prioritizing Protein and Cooked Vegetables

08:24 Alcohol and Social Gatherings

08:53 Pre-Event Preparation and Peer Pressure

09:49 Post-Event Recovery 

Links & Resources

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Low-sugar BBQ sauce rec (add brand/link if available)

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In this episode of the Summer Survival Series, Dr. Emily Kiberd dives into a hidden struggle many women with Hashimoto’s face when traveling: vacation bloat, gut issues, and digestive setbacks. If you’ve ever returned from a trip feeling puffy, gassy, constipated—or like you're recovering from more than jet lag—this episode is for you.

Dr. Emily shares why travel can wreak havoc on your gut, especially if you have autoimmune inflammation, and outlines the exact supplement protocol she takes on trips to keep her digestion happy and her energy strong.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why traveling causes gut issues—even if you’re eating clean
• How altitude, new foods, and jet lag affect digestion
• What “travelers’ constipation” is and why your nervous system plays a role
• The 6 must-have supplements to bring on your next trip
• When to get tested for parasites or gut infections after travel
• Why bloating, brain fog, or food sensitivities may be signs of deeper gut trouble

Highlight: 

00:00 Welcome to the Summer Survival Series

00:20 Traveling with Hashimoto's: The Struggles

01:11 Why Travel Disrupts Digestion

04:06 Understanding Digestive Issues While Traveling

07:09 Essential Supplements for Travel

09:36 Real-Life Travel Stories and Solutions

13:24 Action Plan for Your Next Trip

14:15 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview

Links & Resources

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In this solo episode of Thyroid Strong, I kick off the Summer Survival Series by tackling something most women with Hashimoto’s aren’t warned about: how summer heat + intense workouts can wreck your energy, your sleep, and your recovery.

I share the science behind why your thyroid struggles more in the heat, especially during high-intensity training, and the surprising impact this combo has on cortisol, hydration, and recovery. Plus, I’ll walk you through practical tips to adjust your workout routine for the season—without giving up your strength goals.

This episode is for every Hashi woman wondering why she crashes after a workout and how to stay strong without burning out in the summer heat.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why summer heat makes symptoms worse for women with Hashimoto’s
• The cortisol, histamine, and hydration connection
• How to adjust workout intensity without sacrificing strength
• Best times to work out in hot climates
• Indoor alternatives to keep your steps up
• A weekly action plan to avoid energy crashes

Highlight: 

00:00 Kicking off the Summer Survival Series with Hashimoto’s

00:08 The Summer Struggle with Hashimoto's

00:56 Understanding the Impact of Heat on Your Thyroid

04:11 Strategies for a Thyroid-Friendly Summer Workout

05:43 Practical Tips for Staying Active in the Heat

07:16 Hydration and Recovery Tips

07:46 Action Plan for a Healthy Summer

Links & Resources

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In this powerful episode of Thyroid Strong, I sit down with my inspiring client, Allison, a homeschooling mom of two who went from taking a 2-hour nap every dayery day and feeling like she was sitting on the sidelines of her life to hiking 10+ miles without crashing. Diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, Allison once believed naps and low energy were just her “normal.” But after working together in the Thyroid Strong program, everything changed.

We discuss what wasn’t working in the past (here’s the deets a 6 month AIP protocol with no change in weight), how she took bold action on root causes like sleep apnea, H Pylori infection, mold exposure, and nervous system dysregulation, and the mindset shift that helped her reclaim her strength. This is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt like fatigue was running your life.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The real impact of chronic fatigue and how it stole moments with her kids
• How addressing sleep apnea and airway health helped restore her energy
• What it's like to lift heavy (hello, Turkish get-ups!) while healing Hashimoto’s
• The emotional toll of feeling “lazy” and how she rewrote that story
• Why regulating your nervous system can feel more energizing than a nap
• Her advice to any woman feeling stuck or discouraged by her diagnosis

Highlight: 

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:09 Client's Initial Struggles and Goals

00:48 Journey to Recovery: Initial Steps

01:58 In-Depth Client Interview: Reflecting on the Past

05:20 Challenges and Discoveries: Sleep and Energy

10:28 Exploring Solutions: Sleep Apnea and Beyond

13:51 Nervous System Resets and Overcoming Overwhelm

18:05 Success Stories and Final Sharing

Links & Resources

If you need a root cause functional medicine approach to your Hashimoto's, let’s jump on a call to see how I can help:

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Ever feel like you know what to do, but can’t seem to stick with it? You’re not alone. In this solo episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd breaks down why so many women with Hashimoto’s struggle with consistency, not information.

From the truth about motivation to practical strategies for building momentum, Dr. Emily shares five powerful ways to stay on track with your workouts, eating habits, and healing journey—even on the tough days. Whether you’re lifting weights, trying to lose weight, or just working on showing up, this episode will help you anchor into identity, create simple structures, and make change that lasts.

Highlight

00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Strong Podcast

00:15 The Consistency Problem in Hashimoto's

01:12 Momentum Over Motivation

03:02 Five Tips for Consistency

03:41 Identity Over Willpower

06:16 Reducing Decision Fatigue

09:26 Tracking Habits, Not Just Results

11:19 Accountability and Support

13:57 Planning for Flare Days

16:33 Invitation to leave a review the podcast in your favorite platform

Links & Resources

If you need a root cause functional medicine approach to your Hashimoto's, let’s jump on a call to see how I can help:

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If you are looking for the only doctor-designed workout program for women with Hashimoto's:

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