In this episode of Thyroid Strong, Dr. Emily Kiberd dives into one of her favorite functional medicine topics—how the changing seasons impact your thyroid, adrenals, and overall energy.

As fall arrives, many women with Hashimoto’s feel an initial burst of motivation… followed by a quick crash. The cooler weather, shorter days, and busier routines can all affect hormone balance and energy output. Dr. Emily explains what’s happening under the hood—from changes in thyroid hormone conversion to shifts in cortisol rhythm—and how to adapt your workouts, nutrition, and lifestyle to stay strong through the season.

You’ll learn why your metabolism might feel slower in colder weather, how to prevent seasonal burnout, and the best workout and food strategies to build resilience instead of exhaustion.

If you’ve ever felt that fall “push” turn into fatigue or flare-ups, this episode will show you how to align your body with the season—not fight against it.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How fall weather and shorter days affect your thyroid and adrenal rhythm

✔️ Why TSH can rise and T3 conversion may drop in colder months

✔️ Common Hashimoto’s symptoms that flare during fall (fatigue, dryness, mood dips, joint pain)

✔️ How to adapt your workouts—3 lifting days, less HIIT, more recovery

✔️ Why shorter, heavier workouts build resilience better than long, high-volume sessions

✔️ The importance of morning sunlight and circadian rhythm support

✔️ How to eat for the season—warm, cooked foods, root veggies, healthy fats, and protein

✔️ How Dr. Emily adjusts client protocols based on labs and seasonal adrenal capacity

Highlights:

00:14 Seasonal Effects on Thyroid and Adrenals

03:26 Common Hashimoto's Symptoms in Fall

04:13 Adjusting Workouts for Fall

05:07 Nutrition and Lifestyle Tweaks for Fall

06:42 Supporting Clients in Fall

07:53 Your Next Steps

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