Let's Talk Thyroid

Let me introduce you to Victoria who is boldly sharing her thyroid story with you on this podcast episode. Victoria isn't 40 yet and was suffering from debilitating swollen feet & ankles, to the point she often couldn't wear shoes. The doctors couldn't figure out why so basically ignored it until an accident sent her to hospital and the ER doctor ran some tests. She was found to...

For many of us with thyroid conditions, pain is a constant. Like with most aspects of thyroid health 'it's complicated' and there is never 1 simple solution. HOWEVER, this doesn't mean there aren't solutions and options to try! In this podcast I talk with Allison Samon, Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner all about PAIN. She has gone from being in so much pain...

Dr Amy Gajjar joins me on the podcast to talk about a range of thyroid-friendly topics! Dr Gajjar is a London trained doctor who now lives in Sydney, Australia working as a thyroid doctor.  We talked about the state of thyroid health management in Australia (with a bit of UK comparison), we covered a bit on covid and of course talked about her new book Slow Butterfly . The key areas we cover in th...

Have you ever wondered if there is a connection between your thyroid, dental and oral health? My guest, holistic dentist, Dr David Cowhig joins me to explain the connection and answer many of my dental/oral health questions. The key areas we cover in this episode are: What is a holistic dentist? The connection between thyroid (particularly hypothyroid/Hashimoto's) and oral health. The impact...

I talk a lot on this podcast about different diet and lifestyle interventions that may help you live well with your thyroid condition. But how do you know which (if any) have any scientific validation? In this episode I'm talking with Ellen Steinke about what science she's discovered across various aspects of a thyroid lifestyle and also how the average thyroid patient can know where and...

With all the talk on my podcast about living a thyroid-friendly lifestyle,  you might wonder, what does that actually look like on a day to day basis.  Let me let you take a look into a 'typical' day in my life. Not that my life is perfect or all that interesting but sometimes it's helpful just to see what someone else does to live in a certain way. Hopefully there might be one thin...

Have you still got your gallbladder? Many with Hashimoto's don't. I had mine removed 17 years ago. Whether you have yours still or not, this is a conversation I've been wanting to have on the show for a long time because it really is so important for your liver and thyroid health too. I'm thrilled speak today with Olivia Haas,  integrative nutritionist specialising in gallbladd...

In this episode, I'm talking with Dr. Denise Furness, a genetic nutritionist, and researcher, to dive into the fascinating world of Nutrigenomics. Dr. Furness explains how our genes influence our nutritional needs and health outcomes, and how understanding this field can empower individuals to make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle. They explore the impact of genetics on thyro...

Are you feeling drained, fatigued, or dealing with unexplained thyroid pain?   Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, an expert in chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and certified internist,  walks us through this often misunderstood symptom. We dive deep into  his book, 'From Fatigued to Fantastic', exploring his  SHINE Protocol - which offers hope for those battling thyroid pain and fatigue.  Key topics cov...

Rachel Hill, renowned social media thyroid advocate, joins us to share her thyroid journey, right from her teenage years to her life-long commitment to raising awareness and advocating for thyroid health. Rachel’s candid discussions will leave you feeling enlightened, understood, and supported, regardless of where you are on your thyroid health journey. We explore the importance of understanding,...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by managing a long-term health condition like Hashimoto's or Graves? Discover the crucial role mindset plays in navigating this journey and how it can lead to lasting improvements for your thyroid health.  In this episode I cover:  Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Explanation of the mind-body connection and how it affects thyroid health. Gut-brain connection...

We often hear terms like blood sugar, insulin resistance, diabetes but what has this got to do with thyroid health? In this episode Dr Ben Galyardt helps to unravel the connection to your health - more than just thyroid health. We cover a wide range of topics connected to blood sugar regulation - much more than just thyroid related!  Here are some of the topics we cover: Blood sugar basics and the...

There is power in a story. Your story. (Also celebrating 100 episodes of the Let's Talk Thyroid podcast - massive thank you to YOU for listening and keeping the podcast going 🎉) If you've never written your thyroid story, then this episode is for you. I guide you through 5 steps to writing your own thyroid story which will bring clarity and direction for your thyroid health. It's o...

This is 8/8 in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month. Well done if you've stuck with me to the end!!  In this mini podcast I talk about some resources (books, people, courses, podcasts etc) you might find helpful in your thyroid journey and do a bit of a recap of the series. Here is a direct link to my favourite resources: https://letstalkthyroid.com/resources Please share...

This is 7/8 in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month.  In this mini podcast I talk about support. When you live with a long term health issue you need support. I cover the 4 main types of support you will want to consider over the long term: Medical Allied health professionals Experts Personal You might like to also consider how you can be part of someone elses support team. Pl...

In the thyroid health space we often talk about what NOT to get (eg gluten, grains, dairy, sugars) but in this episode I'm joined by Tara Thorne and we are focussing on what TO eat. In particular what are the protein needs of a thyroid patient? We discuss the following topics/questions: Tara's story of post partum thyroiditis and path to function health My experiment with reducing carb i...

This is 6/8 in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month.  In this mini podcast I go over the 4 key pillars of living well with a thyroid condition over the long term: Mindset Unwinding Food Low Tox Living Please share with someone you think would benefit and you can be part of spreading thyroid awareness too! ---------- WEBSITE: https://letstalkthyroid.com ✅ Download your FREE Pr...

This is 5/8 in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month. In this mini podcast I go over the different triggers (ie what may be triggered the disease) and treatments (both medications + diet/lifestyle interventions). Please share with someone you think would benefit and you can be part of spreading thyroid awareness too! ---------- WEBSITE: https://letstalkthyroid.com ✅ Download y...

I'd love to introduce you to Lyn as she share's her thyroid story to help spread awareness of thyroid health issues during Thyroid Awareness Month. Lyn was diagnosed with Hashimoto's at 50 after increasingly debilitating symptoms during perimenopause which ultimately saw her in hospital for 5 days being told her problems were all in her head. They weren't. She had Hashimoto&apo...

In this podcast, I talk with Sila Gatti, founder of Not Coffee about her thyroid story. Sila was diagnosed with Graves Disease (hyperthyroidism) about 4 years ago. She went on medication but after a few years she started looking into other things she could do to support her thyroid health. As a result of working with a Chinese medicine practitioner, she changed her diet, exercise and gave up her v...

This is 4/8  in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month. In this mini podcast I go over the various tests you need to ask for to be diagnosed with the different kinds of thyroid diseases. I also talk about what to do if your doctor won't refer you for them! See chapter markings for images of the tests to request. Please share with someone you think would benefit and you can...

This is 3/8  in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month.  In this mini podcast I go over the various Symptoms associated with the various thyroid diseases. I cover symptoms for  Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's Hyperthyroidism/Graves Disease Thyroid Cancer Thyroid Nodules Please share with someone you think would benefit and you can be part of spreading thyroid awareness too! ----...

This is 2/8  in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month.  In this mini podcast I go over how the thyroid works and what can go wrong with the thyroid.  I cover: Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Hashimoto's Disease Graves Disease Thyroid Cancer Thyroid Nodules Please share with someone you think would benefit and you can be part of spreading thyroid awareness too! ---------- WE...

This is the first of  8 in a mini series during May 2023 for Thyroid Awareness Month. Thyroid Health Awareness is so important because so many (est 1 in 6 Australians) have a thyroid condition and many many of them (est 1 MILLION Australians) don’t know it! This means that they are suffering and not getting the help they need. In this video, I explain why it is so important to raise awareness of T...

What does 'thyroid-friendly travel' mean? Are there any special considerations for those of us with a thyroid condition when it comes to travel? I've just come back from 2 weeks in Japan so thought I'd share a few insights into thyroid-friendly travel!  You’ll have a better holiday if you feel well, so don’t throw everything you’ve been doing out the window. Thyroid-friendly tr...