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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Show Notes Episode 42; Recorded: 8-8-2025

Help for Hyperparathyroidism

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.   Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        What are the parathyroid glands, and what do they do?

·        Where are the four parathyroid glands located?

·        Over-active and under-active parathyroid conditions, compared.

·        Do parathyroid glands respond to lifestyle interventions?

·        Prognosis and treatment options for hyperparathyroidism.

·        How available, and how effective, are treatment options?

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast.  Please stay in touch!  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel (Dr. Angela Mazza), Facebook, and Instagram.   The topic of our next episode may still be in the planning stages as of this recording.

Citations, references, additional information:

mayoclinic.org.  Hyperparathyroidism.  Mayo clinic staff.  May 17, 2022.

Mazza, A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.

Ask your healthcare provider about specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

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Show Notes Episode 41; Recorded: 6-20-2025

Interview with Jennifer Sierra, LMHC Owner: Holistic Mental Health Counseling; Orlando, FL

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.   Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        How do I start getting counseling?

·        What happens in a counseling session?

·        Utilizing horses in therapy for humans;

·        Mental health looks different on everyone;

·        Mental illness can manifest in subtle ways;

·        The holistic approach to mental and thyroid health;

·        The benefit of therapy with other medical treatments;

·        We may need help dealing with changes--even positive ones;

·        Breaking down dangerous stigma around seeking mental health;

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast.  Please stay in touch!  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel (Dr. Angela Mazza), Facebook, and Instagram.   The topic of our next episode is being determined.

Citations, references, additional information:

Association for Pet Loss And Bereavement (APLB).  aplb.org  

Mazza, A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.

Rumi, J.  The Guest House.  Translated. “Rumi: Selected Poems.”  Penguin Books.  2004.

Sierra, J: Holistic Mental Health Counseling; Orlando, FL.  hmhcounseling.com

Ask your healthcare provider about specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Show Notes Episode 40; Recorded: 5-16-2025

Guest: Dr. Trevor Cates, Naturopath

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive.   Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        Tips for dry and itchy skin;

·        The trouble with troubled skin;

·        Autoimmune thyroid conditions and the skin;

·        Skin--our biggest organ--reflects our inner health;

·        Gut and skin microbiomes--separate yet connected;

·        “Skinflammation”; nutrition and skin; sensitive skin;

·        Harsh ingredients; the impact of hormone imbalances on skin,

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. 

Visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast.  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  Please stay in touch; send us your questions!  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel (Dr. Angela Mazza), Facebook, and Instagram.  We’re excited to announce that in our next episode, number 41, we’ll interview Jennifer Sierra, LMHC, therapist and owner of Holistic Mental Health Counseling in Orlando, FL. 

Citations, references, additional information:

Dr. Cates’ books:  Clean Skin from Within and Natural Beauty Reset – both available on Amazon

Dr. Cates’ websites:  DrTrevorCates.com and TheSpaDr.com

Mazza, A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.

Ask your healthcare provider about specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Show Notes Episode 39; Recorded: 4-11-2025

Guest: Dr. Robert L. Bard

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        Dr. Robert L. Bard’s amazing career path and his vision for the future of medicine

·        The difference between 3D ultrasonography and conventional sonography

·        The benefits of non-invasive diagnostic technology and its potential uses in the future

·        What the Women’s Health Network is

·        The vital importance of medical professionals collaborating and working together for the advancement of medicine

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

To get in touch with Dr. Bard or to learn more information about his practice and projects, please visit his websites: www.barddiagnostics.com,  www.MenoScan.org, and www.womenshealthdigest.org

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see www.thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses.  NOTE: A re-launch is coming soon!  

Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  Please stay in touch; send us your questions!  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel (Dr. Angela Mazza), Facebook, and Instagram.  

Citations, references, additional information:

Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.

Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Show Notes Episode 38; Recorded: 2-14-2025

Guest: Robyn Engelson

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive.  My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.  Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        Interview with Robyn Engelson--mom, motivational speaker, autoimmune mentor, podcaster, writer, & more;

·        Robyn’s challenging thyroid journey;

·        Why stress management and movement are crucial to health;

·        How an unhealthy thyroid can be directly linked to mood disorders;

·        The importance of proper medication and dosage for thyroid and mental health;

·        Why deep and fulfilling connections are crucial both for ourselves and for others;

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  NOTE: A re-launch is coming soon!  

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  Please stay in touch; send us your questions!  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel @drangelamazza, Facebook, and Instagram.  

Citations, references, additional information:

Engelson, R.  Exhausted to Energized: 90 Days To Your Best Self.  Copyright ã2024 Robyn Engelson.  For more info on Robyn Engelson: robynengelson.com and https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/robynengelson, as well as The Robyn Engelson Podcast.

Garcia H, Miralles F.  IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.  Copyright 2016 Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles.  Translation Copyright 2017 by Penguin Random House LLC.

Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.

Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Show Notes Episode 37; Recorded: 1-25-2025

Mood Disorders and Thyroid Disease

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

 I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.  I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage.   Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

·        Our thyroid health is closely linked to our mental health;

·        Mood disorders are real illnesses--just like diabetes and cancer;

·        Depression may not present itself in the way you expect or recognize;

·        Our mental health struggles impact others in ways we may not realize;

·        Help is available.  Everyone deserves mental health and appropriate care;

·        Mood disorders are as complex and unique as every individual who has them;

·        And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  NOTE: A re-launch is coming soon!  

Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  Please stay in touch; send us your questions!  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; Facebook, and Instagram.  The topic of our next episode, number 38, is still being determined. 

Citations, references, additional information:
Fukao A, et al. J Clin Transl Endocrinol. 2019 Oct 11;19:100207.
Hage MP, et al. J Thyroid Res. 2012;2012:590648.
Garcia H, Miralles F.  IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.  Copyright 2016 Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles.  Translation Copyright 2017 by Penguin Random House LLC.
Jackson IM. Thyroid. 1998 Oct;8(10):951-6.
Kim BH, et al. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2024 May 17;109(6):1505-1516.
Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.
Peterson SJ, et al. Thyroid. 2018 Jun;28(6):707-721.
Nuguru SP, et al. Cureus. 2022 Aug 20;14(8):e28201.
Siegmann EM, et al. JAMA Psychiatry. 2018 Jun 1;75(6):577-584.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Show Notes Episode 36; Recorded: 1-3-2025
Life Without a Thyroid Gland
Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Co-host: Dawn Sheffield
I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central
Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By
providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their
bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to
feel our best. I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent
or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to
both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the
study of our lives—and all that they encompass. Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:

•  Thyroidectomy, discussed in detail;
•  Partial thyroidectomy (a hemithyroidectomy);
• The RFA--Radio Frequency Ablation--option;
•  Possible risks, and benefits, of surgery vs. RFA;
• Post-surgery and post-RFA recovery discussed;
• When a thyroid gland may need to be removed;
• Living without a thyroid--the special challenges;
• Number of thyroid glands removed in the U.S. every year;

And best of all, we learned that we can impact our thyroid health!
My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized
treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. NOTE: A re-launch is coming soon!
Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected] We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch; send us your questions!
See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; Facebook, Instagram,
and TikTok. The topic of our next episode, number 37, is still being determined.
Citations, references, additional information:
*Garcia H, Miralles F.  IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.  Copyright 2016 Hector Garcia and
Francesc Miralles.  Translation Copyright 2017 by Penguin Random House LLC.
*Thyroidectomy.  August 2008.  American Thyroid Association.  thyroid.org.
*https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/7016-thyroidectomy
Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant
for educational purposes only.
Copyright 2025 Dr

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Show Notes Episode 35; Recorded: 11-8-2024
Cellular Longevity: Part 2 of Longevity Series
Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Co-host: Dawn Sheffield
I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:
·        Genetics vs. epigenetics
·        The “Hallmarks of Aging”
·        Misconceptions about aging
·        The Japanese concept of Ikigai
·        Supplements that can support healthy aging
·        Social isolation can become just as deadly as cancer
·        Healthspan: a healthy, productive life--not just a long life         
·        At any age, work toward having a long, healthy life--anywhere in the world.  My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]    See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook and Instagram.  The topic of our next episode, number 36, is living life without a thyroid gland. 

Citations, references, additional information:
Buettner D., Skemp S. Blue Zones: Lessons From the World’s Longest Lived.  Am J Lifestyle Med. 2016 Jul 7;10(5):318-321.
Kaeberlein M. How healthy is the healthspan concept? Geroscience. 2018 Aug;40(4):361-364. doi: 10.1007/s11357-018-0036-9. Epub 2018 Aug 6.
Mazza, A.  Longevity & Cellular Aging: An Integrative Approach to Healthy Aging.  Pure Encapsulations Webinar; Sep 18, 2024.
Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.
National Geographic.  November 2005.
Rowe J., Kahn R. 1987; Science.Garcia H, Miralles F.  IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.  Copyright 2016 Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles.  Translation Copyright 2017 by Penguin Random House LLC.  Dai H, Sinclair DA, Ellis JL, Steegborn C. Pharmacol Ther. 2018 Aug;188:140-154Zhou DD, et al. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2021 Jul 11;2021:9932218.
Zhang L, et al. J Clin Invest. 2022 Aug 1;132(15):e158450.
Ke R, et al. Cell Biol Int. 2018 Apr;42(4):384-392. doi: 10.1002/cbin.10915. Epub 2018.
Szewczuk M, et al. Mol Biol Rep. 2020 Nov;47(11):9075-9086.
Steinberg GR, Hardie DG. Nat Rev Mol Cell Biol. 2023 Apr;24(4):255-272.
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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO Show Notes Episode 34; Recorded: 10-18-2024; Blue Zones & Healthspan: Longevity Part 1; Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO; Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order: Blue Zones, Lifespan, and Healthspan; Benefits of the Mediterranean meal plan; Social isolation and chronic stress can be deadly; The importance of sleep, exercise, and having a purpose; And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!  

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected].  See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook and Instagram.  The topic of our next episode, number 35, is cellular longevity--Part 2 of this longevity series. 

Citations, references, additional information:

Alimujiang A, et al.  JAMA Netw Open.  2019 May;3;2(5):194270.
Antza C, et al. J Endocrinol.  2021 Dec 13;252(2):125-141.
Boyajian, JL, et al.  Nutrients.  2021 Dec. 18; 13(120:4550.
Buettner D., Skemp S. Blue Zones: Lessons From the World’s Longest Lived.  Am J Lifestyle Med. 2016 Jul 7;10(5):318-321.
Comhaire F. Andrologia.  2016 Feb;48(1):65-8.
D’Onofrio G, Kirschner J, Prather H, Goldman D, Rozanski A.  Prog Cardiovasc Dis. 2023 Mar-Apr; 77:25-36.
Di Daniele N, et al. Oncotarget. 2017 Jan 31;8(5):8947-8979.
Dominguez LJ, et al.  Nutrients.  2021 Jun 12;13(6):2028.
Freire ADNF, Barbosa JFS, Pereira DS, Gomes CDS, Guerra RO. Arch Gerontol Geriatr.  2020 Mar-Apr; 87:104006.
Garasto S, et al.  Mech Ageing Dev. 2017 Jul: 165(Pt B):98-106.
Garcia H, Miralles F.  IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.  Copyright 2016 Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles.  Translation Copyright 2017 by Penguin Random House LLC. 
Hill PL, Turiano NA.  Psychol Sci. 2014 Jul;25(7):1482-6.
Kim S, Jazwinski SM.  Gerontology.  2018:64(6):513-520Kromhout D, Menotti A, Blackburn H (Eds). Kluwer Academic Publishers, Boston, 2002.
Mazza A.  Longevity & Cellular Aging: An Integrative Approach to Healthy Aging.  Pure Encapsulations Webinar; September 18, 2024.
Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.
O’Keefe EL, et al.  Mo Med.  2020 Jul-Aug; 117(4):355-361
Paganini-Hill A, et al.  Menopause.  2018 Nov;25(11):1256-1261.
Sapolsky Robert M.  Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers.  Holt Paperbacks, 3rd Edition; 2004
Yin J, et al.  Am Heart Assoc. 2017 Sep 9;6(9):e005947.
Zimniak P.  Ageing Res Rev. 2008 Dec; 7(4):281-300.

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: 9-13-24

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 33

Tina Randolph: Home-Health Care Providers

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive.   

 Here’s some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order: 

·        What services may be available;

·        The importance of respite care;

·        Where might patients be seen?

·        How crucial it can be to seek outside help; 

·        How patients and caregivers might be matched;

·        The potential benefits of in-home (and in-facilty) care services;

·        Why families and patients may resist seeking in-home assistance;

·        How hard it can be to care for a patient in the home without assistance;

·        How all the care-givers can work together as a team to accomplish care goals;

·        And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!  

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon.  For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com.  Or forward your name and email to [email protected] or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  The webinar coordinates with the online master class.  The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses.  Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com  

 Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to [email protected]  We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show.  We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary.  Please stay in touch and send us your questions!  Check out the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.  

The topic of our next episode, number 34, is longevity--focusing on the so-called longevity Blue Zones. 

Citations, references, additional information:

Mazza A.  Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health.  Available now on Amazon.
Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness.  This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.Copyright 2024 Dr. Angela Mazza DO.  Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO.  All rights reserved 

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