Practices for a Healthy Thyroid

In this podcast episode, Nurse Doza discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy thyroid. He explains that the thyroid affects every cell in the body and emphasize the high prevalence of thyroid disorders. The host provides tips for supporting thyroid health, including getting more sunlight and taking vitamin D supplementation. Nurse Doza highlights the role of vitamin D in regulating mood, sleep, and the immune system, suggesting that low vitamin D levels may contribute to thyroid issues. The episode encourages listeners to prioritize their thyroid health and assume they may be vitamin D deficient.

 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 START

03:49. Vitamin D is essential for thyroid health.

05:56  Measure TPO antibodies yearly.

11:59   Supplement with selenium for thyroid health.

19:06  Supplementing alone is not enough.

26:26  Fix gut and support liver.

27:03 Cut out inflammatory foods for thyroid health.

 

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Thyroid Health Show Notes:

Statistics and Symptoms:

• An estimated 20 million Americans grapple with thyroid issues1.
• Up to one in eight women in the U.S. may encounter thyroid disorders, with symptoms ranging from thinning hair to infertility1.

Sunlight and Vitamin D:

• Over a billion people globally suffer from vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency2.
• Vitamin D's role in autoimmune thyroid diseases (AITDs) has been linked to specific genetic predispositions2.
• Supplementation of vitamin D has been shown to significantly decrease thyroid autoantibody levels1.

Yearly TPO Measurements:

• Autoantibodies, like thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies, are often elevated in Hashimoto's disease1.
• Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the leading cause of hypothyroidism in the U.S.3.

Supplements for Thyroid Health:

• Selenium plays a critical role in thyroid function, and its supplementation has been correlated with a myriad of benefits for thyroid health1.
• Brazil nuts, red meat, turkey, and chicken are excellent selenium sources3.
• The interplay between selenium and iodine is key for optimal thyroid health3.
• Excessive iodine intake can exacerbate thyroid autoimmunity4.

Dietary Considerations:

• Incorporate iodine-rich foods such as kelp and dairy, selenium-packed foods like brazil nuts and turkey, and zinc sources including flaxseed and cocoa into your diet.
• Iron deficiency has been linked to compromised thyroid metabolism2.

Gut Health:

• Gut issues can significantly impact thyroid health and should be addressed to ensure proper thyroid function3.

Liver Function:

• The liver is instrumental in thyroid hormone metabolism, making liver health crucial for thyroid function4.

The D:

And as we wrap up today’s insightful discussion, remember that your journey to thyroid wellness can be as simple as a burst of sunshine with The D. With its scientifically backed formulation, The D isn’t just a supplement; it's a beacon of health for your thyroid and your overall well-being. Embrace the glow of good health and visit https://www.mswnutrition.com/products/the-d/?ref=nursedoza to bring The D into your daily routine.

 

Footnotes

1. https://draxe.com/health/thyroid-problems/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4 ↩5

2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3921055/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3

3. https://www.thyroid.org/hashimotos-thyroiditis/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4

4. https://www.drchristianson.com/blog/how-do-you-lower-your-thyroid-antibodies/ ↩ ↩2