In this episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, talks about maintaining balance and setting achievable health goals for women with Hashimoto's disease.

She discusses the common push-and-pull feelings experienced at the start of a new year, compounded by lingering holiday energy. Dr. Kiberd shares her personal journey, which includes regular weightlifting, adequate steps, and protein intake, to highlight the importance of having clear goals. She emphasizes creating personalized plans for her clients, including specific workouts, dietary goals, and sleep patterns, to help them achieve better health without feeling overwhelmed.

Listeners are encouraged to use an adherence algorithm to identify their key daily actions to keep them grounded and healthy, rate their performance without overwhelm, and observe trends to build sustainable habits. Dr. Kiberd also touches on leveraging stress for growth and maintaining emotional neutrality to avoid burnout.

00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections

01:14 Setting Goals and Avoiding Burnout

02:33 Customized Plans for Women with Hashimoto's

03:04 Daily Habits for a Strong Body and Clear Mind

07:33 A New Way of Tracking Progress and Accountability

14:17 Building Momentum Over Motivation

16:00 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Setting Standards Instead of Goals for Lasting Changes in 2026

In the final episode of 2025, Dr. Emily Kiberd of the Thyroid Strong Podcast addresses women with Hashimoto's, discussing the pitfalls of traditional goal setting and the benefits of establishing personal standards to create lasting changes.

Dr. Kiberd emphasizes the importance of identity shifts and consistency over motivation. She shares insights into how chronic stress and fluctuating cortisol levels affect women with Hashimoto's and provides actionable steps to create daily or weekly standards.

By setting standards like consistent strength training and protein-forward nutrition, and incorporating supporting actions, Dr. Kiberd offers a framework for sustainable lifestyle changes.

She also showcases success stories from her clients and invites listeners to join her Thyroid Strong Functional Medicine Program for personalized coaching and root cause approaches to healing your Hashimoto's.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:30 The Problem with Traditional Goal Setting

01:07 Why Standards Are More Effective Than Goals

02:47 The Science Behind Standards and Identity Shifts

07:23 Implementing the 1-3-5 Principle for Health

13:57 Client Success Stories and Practical Examples

16:58 Final Thoughts and Program Invitation

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Selena's Hashimoto's Journey: Personalized Functional Medicine & Mold Remediation

In this episode of the Thyroid Strong Podcast, Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, interviews her powerhouse client Selena, who had been battling Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Initially skeptical, Selena shares her challenging journey through conventional and functional medicine, detailing her struggles with brain fog, fatigue, and weight loss resistance. 

They discuss the personalized approach Dr. Kiberd provided, focusing on gut health, toxic load, and mold remediation, and customized lifestyle adjustments. For Selena, She was already doing all the things, including lifting weights, hitting her steps, and eating protein, but something was missing. She had already gone through multiple gut and mold protocols, but wasn't feeling better. In this episode, we talk about what we did differently on a very granular level and how we didn't work harder, we worked smarter together. We talk about the importance of personalized care, the order of operations in which we address root causes, and Selena's transformative six-month experience, which improved her energy levels and helped her lose 10 lbs.

00:00 Dr Emily Kiberd’s take on why Selena’s Journey was so unique

00:14 Introducing Selena's Journey

01:20 Selena's Initial Struggles

02:55 Exploring Medical and Functional Approaches

08:20 The Mold Discovery

12:21 The Importance of Continuous Support

12:48 Personalized Care vs. Traditional Medicine

13:18 The Value of Personal Connection

15:04 Managing Adrenal Burnout and Cortisol

17:15 Effective Lifestyle Changes

19:02 Exploring Peptides for Health

21:43 The Journey to Finding the Right Doctor

24:29 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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What happens when your own body throws you a curveball?

In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the moment my knee gave out during a volleyball tournament—and the exact rehab plan I used to stay strong instead of spiraling into setback mode.

Because here’s the truth:

💥 An injury is not a permission slip to lose your muscle or momentum.

💥 Even with Hashimoto’s, you can keep training.

💥 You don’t stop. You adapt.

This episode is especially for my Hashimoto’s ladies who feel like one curveball derails everything. If you’ve ever been injured and thought, “Well, there goes my progress…” this episode will flip that script.

Because the real flex?

👉 Staying consistent—even when it’s inconvenient, imperfect, or hard.

👉 Doing the hard things—especially when you don’t want to.

👉 Choosing strength over setback.

Tune in and take notes—this one’s a game changer.

I walk you through the full recovery stack I’m using right now, including:

• Contrast therapy to drive circulation and reduce swelling

• Cycling + strategic knee extensions to rebuild strength safely

• Dry needling for pain modulation and recovery

• Blood flow restriction training to maintain muscle mass without heavy load

• BPC-157 peptides and why they’re part of my protocol

• The mindset shift that keeps you training even when your body hits pause

Episode Highlights: 

00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Strong Podcast

00:13 Personal Story: Volleyball Injury

00:53 History of Knee Issues

01:37 Skiing Accident and Diagnosis

03:00 Rehabilitation Journey

03:58 Current Rehab Routine

06:25 Recap and Final Thoughts

07:24 Upcoming Plans and Program Information

07:49 How to work together if you are dealing with an injury with Hashimoto’s

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Welcome back to Thyroid Strong, the podcast for high-performing women with Hashimoto’s who want real strength, real answers, and root-cause healing—without the burnout.

In today’s episode, I dive into the importance of making conscious choices to support your Hashimoto’s during the holiday season. I

 talk about the basics—how we move, what we eat, how we sleep, and how we regulate our nervous system—and share practical ways to weave these habits into real daily life. 

I get into the impact of alcohol and the societal pressure to “just have a drink,” and I share personal stories and client examples to show how small, consistent choices truly move the needle. 

I also highlight the power of staying emotionally neutral instead of spiraling into shame or blame, and why disciplined consistency is the foundation for long-term health and feeling your best.

I cover:

• The real reason you don’t feel good—and why it often has nothing to do with labs or supplements.
• The 3 questions Dr. Emily asks herself anytime she’s in a funk, low-energy, or brain-foggy.
• Why every habit is a choice, especially during the holidays, and how small choices compound into big results.
• How to use emotional neutrality instead of shame or blame when you make a “less ideal” decision.
• The four foundational basics that must be dialed in before testing or supplements will ever work (movement, protein, sleep, steps).
• Why discipline equals freedom—and how this mindset helps women with Hashimoto’s feel more consistent and in control.
• Simple “free” actions you can take today to improve energy and mood (without testing, protocols, or overhauls).
• How to turn overeating or alcohol choices into productive action, instead of spiraling.
• The power of meal prep in reducing decision fatigue and keeping protein-forward eating effortless.
• How to get through the holiday season with more ease, less reactivity, and more intentional choices.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Thyroid Strong Podcast

00:17 The Power of Choice During the Holidays

01:01 Making Healthier Choices: Real-Life Examples

03:18 The Basics of Health: Movement, Nutrition, Sleep, and Regulation

03:51 Mindset Shift: From Frustration to Progress

06:41 Practical Tips for Staying on Track

07:09 Meal Prepping for Success

09:45 Emotional Neutrality and Making Better Choices

13:24 Conclusion and Holiday Wishes

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong Podcast, Dr. Emily Kiberd addresses the misconception of hormonal imbalances seen in women with Hashimoto's. She emphasizes the idea that hormones are reactive, not broken, and stresses the importance of identifying root causes, such as gut health, stress, and liver detoxification issues, rather than simply chasing hormone therapy. The discussion covers patterns of low and high estrogen, low progesterone, estrogen dominance, and high testosterone, exploring their symptoms and underlying causes. Dr. Kiberd also shares case studies and practical advice, including dietary tips and exercise recommendations, to help women manage their conditions effectively and regain their energy and well-being.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why your hormones aren’t “broken” — they’re reactive, and what that really means
• The most common hormone patterns women with Hashimoto’s face (low estrogen, low progesterone, estrogen dominance, high/low testosterone)
• How gut infections, stress, mold exposure, and poor detoxification drive hormonal chaos
• The real root causes behind low estrogen — including under-eating, overtraining, gut inflammation, poor liver detox, and chronic stress
• How to identify low progesterone and why cortisol, blood sugar swings, and thyroid conversion issues often trigger it
• What estrogen dominance actually is and how poor bile flow, gut dysbiosis, and environmental estrogens contribute
• Why high testosterone shows up (insulin resistance, PCOS patterns, chronic stress, poor sleep, low SHBG)
• The symptoms and drivers of low testosterone in women with Hashimoto’s — and how to rebuild it naturally
• Why HRT and thyroid meds often don’t work unless you fix the root causes first
• How improving gut health, liver detox, blood sugar, stress, and sleep downstream shifts hormones naturally
• Real client case studies showing how correcting root causes (like H. pylori or mold) balances hormones without constantly chasing doses
• Actionable lifestyle tools: protein-forward eating, Thyroid Strong-style lifting, blood sugar pairing rules (“no naked carbs”), sleep tracking, and nervous system support

How to know if you’re a good fit for the Thyroid Strong Functional Medicine Program and why you don’t have to do this alone

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to a very controversial topic in the functional medicine world

00:34 Understanding Hormonal Imbalances

01:20 Common Hormone Patterns in Hashimoto's

03:16 Low Estrogen: Causes and Symptoms

06:03 Addressing Low Progesterone

08:54 High Estrogen and Estrogen Dominance

12:42 High Testosterone: Signs and Solutions

15:08 Low Testosterone: Causes and Remedies

19:18 The Importance of Root Cause Analysis

21:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Welcome back to Thyroid Strong, the podcast for high-performing women with Hashimoto’s who want real strength, real answers, and root-cause healing—without the burnout.

In today’s episode, I break down the exact roadmap I wish I had on Day 1 of my Hashimoto’s diagnosis. No fluff, no guessing, no protocol-of-the-month—just a clear, strategic plan to get strong, reduce inflammation, and finally feel like yourself again.

I cover:

• Why testing over guessing is non-negotiable

• The labs I would run immediately (full thyroid panel, GI-MAP, blood sugar markers, cortisol data)

• How to rebuild your foundational habits so your body has the capacity to heal

• Why sleep is your first domino—before supplements or workouts

• How to stabilize blood sugar quickly

• Why gut health is central to autoimmune healing

• How to work out with Hashimoto’s so you build muscle instead of burning out

• The role of protein in hormone balance, energy, and metabolism

• When tools like peptides, drainage pathways, and detox support make sense

This is the episode I wish someone had made me listen to when I was first diagnosed. If you’re newly diagnosed or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this will provide you with clarity, direction, and momentum.

Episode Highlights

00:00 – Welcome + why this episode matters

00:56 – My personal Hashimoto’s journey

01:34 – What I’d do first if I were diagnosed today

01:39 – Test, don’t guess: essential labs

03:54 – Rebuilding your foundation

04:18 – Sleep + stress: the starting point

05:39 – Stabilizing blood sugar

07:27 – Gut health + autoimmune triggers

09:28 – How to train effectively with Hashimoto’s

10:37 – Protein + nutritional priorities

12:44 – Detox + drainage

13:32 – The role of peptides

15:22 – Final thoughts + next steps

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The Thyroid Strong Podcast with Dr. Emily Kiberd is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor–patient relationship is formed by listening to this podcast or using any of the information provided. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard, delay, or avoid seeking medical advice for any medical condition they may have. Always seek the guidance of your own health care provider for any questions regarding your health or medical conditions. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd unpacks another major gut disruptor for women with Hashimoto’s—SIFO, or Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth.

If you’ve treated SIBO multiple times and your bloating, fatigue, or brain fog keep returning, it may not be bacterial—it could be fungal. Dr. Emily explains what SIFO is, how it mimics SIBO, and why it often appears after bacterial overgrowth protocols.

You’ll learn how low thyroid function, low stomach acid, sluggish bile flow, stress, and antibiotic use all create the perfect environment for yeast to thrive. Dr. Emily walks through how to test, treat, and rebuild your gut to eliminate fungal overgrowth for good—without getting stuck in restrictive diets or endless antifungal cycles.

This episode gives you a complete roadmap to starve, kill, and rebuild from SIFO—while bringing your nervous system on board so your gut can truly heal.

✔️ What SIFO is and how it differs from SIBO

✔️ Why fungal overgrowth often develops after SIBO treatment

✔️ How low thyroid, low stomach acid, and sluggish bile flow trigger yeast overgrowth

✔️ The best functional tests for identifying SIFO (GI-MAP, OAT, and more)

✔️ The 3 healing phases: Starve, Kill, and Rebuild

✔️ How to use antifungal herbs and binders without feeling worse

✔️ Why nervous system regulation is the missing piece in gut recovery

✔️ The biggest mistakes women make when treating SIFO

00:31 Recap of Last Week's Episode on SIBO

01:00 Introduction to SIFO: Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth

01:29 Symptoms and Causes of SIFO

04:15 Testing for SIFO

05:12 Three-Phase Treatment Plan for SIFO

07:16 Nervous System Regulation and SIFO

09:17 Common Mistakes and Final Advice

10:10 Your Next Steps

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd dives deep into one of the most common yet overlooked gut issues for women with Hashimoto’s—SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth.

If you’re eating clean, tracking your macros, working out regularly, and still ending the day looking six months pregnant, this episode is for you.

Dr. Emily breaks down exactly what SIBO is, why it’s so common in women with thyroid issues, and how to properly test for all three types of gas—hydrogen, methane, and hydrogen sulfide. You’ll learn how to use the GI-MAP to spot clues, how low thyroid function and stress set the stage for SIBO, and why nervous system regulation is often the missing link for lasting gut healing.

You’ll walk away knowing how to test (not guess), treat SIBO in phases, and finally reclaim your gut health and energy.

✔️ What SIBO is and why it’s common in women with Hashimoto’s

✔️ How sluggish digestion, low stomach acid, and chronic stress trigger bacterial overgrowth

✔️ The 3 types of SIBO gases—and why you must test for all three

✔️ How to interpret “SIBO-suggestive” patterns in your GI-MAP results

✔️ The 3 healing phases: Kill, Repair, and Rebuild

✔️ Why regulating your nervous system is key to long-term gut healing

✔️ The biggest mistakes women make when treating SIBO

✔️ How to tell if your issue is actually SIFO (small intestinal fungal overgrowth)

00:26 Understanding SIBO and Its Impact on Women with Hashimoto's

02:18 Symptoms and Diagnosis of SIBO

03:21 Types of SIBO Gases and Testing Methods

06:50 Treatment Phases for SIBO

08:26 Nervous System Regulation and Gut Health

10:17 Common Mistakes and Final Thoughts on SIBO

11:34 Introduction to SIFO and Upcoming Topic

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In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd sits down with Christina, a yoga and meditation teacher whose health and energy completely collapsed despite “normal” thyroid labs. What began as daily fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain turned into a journey of discovery, uncovering that the true root cause wasn’t her thyroid alone, but hidden mold exposure in her home.

Christina shares how she went from needing daily naps and months off work to leading a weekend-long women’s retreat and teaching yoga again with renewed energy and joy. Through addressing mold toxicity, supporting drainage and detox pathways, regulating her nervous system, and rebuilding strength through weight training, Christina reclaimed her vitality and purpose.

Her story is a powerful reminder that healing from Hashimoto’s goes beyond medication—it’s about finding and addressing the deeper root causes, trusting your body’s wisdom, and taking courageous, consistent action.

If you’ve ever felt like your labs look good but you still don’t feel like yourself, this episode will give you hope that full recovery is possible.

• Christina’s early Hashimoto’s symptoms and what finally pushed her to seek deeper answers
• The hidden impact of mold exposure and how moving homes changed everything
• Why “normal” thyroid labs don’t always mean true healing
• How nervous system regulation supports recovery from mold and autoimmunity
• The supplements and drainage protocols that helped her detox safely
• The emotional side of healing—trusting the process and staying out of “freeze”
• How strength training restored her confidence and energy
• Why addressing root cause allows women with Hashimoto’s to thrive again

00:16 Christina's Health Journey Before Diagnosis

01:05 Discovering Hashimoto's and Initial Struggles

02:47 The Mold Exposure Revelation

03:21 The Decision to Move and Its Impact

05:12 A Remarkable Recovery and Leading a Retreat

06:12 The Power of Mind and Body Healing

09:56 Incorporating Weight Lifting into Recovery

12:03 Returning to Teaching Yoga

13:12 Advice for Others and Final Thoughts

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