In this episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd explains why testing just TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is insufficient for understanding thyroid health. She shares her personal experience with Hashimoto's diagnosis and highlights the limitations of conventional TSH tests.

Dr. Kiberd outlines the importance of testing additional markers including Free T3, Free T4, TPO antibodies, TGAB, and reverse T3 to get a comprehensive view.

She also discusses the difference between conventional and functional ranges, as well as the impact of factors like stress, nutrient deficiencies, and gut health on thyroid function.

Dr. Kiberd advocates for a holistic approach, combining direct hormone testing with root cause analysis, to effectively manage thyroid health.

00:00 My Hashimoto's Personal Story

01:54 Understanding TSH and Its Limitations

02:21 The Importance of Comprehensive Thyroid Testing

06:44 Breaking Down Thyroid Markers

10:01 The Role of Free T3 and Free T4

11:45 Addressing Root Causes Beyond Hormones

13:09 Reverse T3 and Thyroid Antibodies

16:08 Empowering Your Thyroid Health Journey

18:15 How Root Cause Functional Medicine can help you

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