New research shows mold inflames the brain
Landlords deny it, your friends or family think you’re a hypochondriac, and the average doctor has no idea what you’re talking about — but mold toxicity illness can trigger chronic health problems, including autoimmune Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism. The recent news about a number of child deaths at a Seattle hospital due to mold in the air…
New research shows inflammation causes brain fog
New research shows what those of us who practice functional medicine have long known: Inflammation causes brain fog. In fact, brain fog is one of the most common symptoms reported in people with Hashimoto’s low thyroid and other autoimmune conditions. The study recruited 20 healthy young male volunteers and gave them three different shots over…
Coffee enemas – the little known strategy that can help manage Hashimoto’s low thyroid
Is this your first time hearing about coffee enemas? If so, it’s normal to feel a little bewildered and put off. But you might be surprised to know coffee enemas have long been a staple in alternative medicine associated with a number of benefits. Coffee enemas are known to help: Relieve pain Boost energy Relieve…
Exercise shown to improve Hashimoto’s low thyroid
Exercise may seem like a bad idea when you feel run down, in pain, or fatigued from Hashimoto’s low thyroid. Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys the thyroid gland, can make exercise feel impossible at times. However, research shows daily physical activity improves outcomes and helps manage symptoms of…
Autism looks much different in females versus males
When we think of autism symptoms, what we are really thinking of is male autism symptoms. Most autism research and diagnostic criteria are based on studies on males. However, girls and women with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) often present with very different symptoms than males. As a result, many girls and women go undiagnosed and…
Why you should filter your tap water for better health
Although our home drinking water is sanitized to prevent disease, you should still filter it for truly healthy water. While treating tap water prevents disease from pathogens such Cryptosporidium and Giardia, it still contains abundant treatment chemicals and environmental pollutants. Chlorine and chloramine are the two treatments used to treat drinking water. Chlorine is the…
What is leaky gut and why should you care?
If you have been googling ways to improve your autoimmune thyroid health, chances are you have heard of leaky gut, also known as intestinal permeability. Leaky gut is what it sounds like — your gut contents leak into the rest of your body through damaged intestinal walls. Leaky gut happens when contents from the small…
How to prevent autoimmune thyroid flares while traveling during the holidays
Managing an autoimmune low thyroid condition requires care and attention, which can become challenging during holiday travel. Boarding with relatives, long car rides, busy airports and crowded airplanes, trying to eat well while living in a hotel room, and constantly having to turn away trigger foods offered by well meaning relatives all present additional work.…
Does exercising make you sicker? You may have exercise intolerance?
Although diet is important to managing your health, you can’t ignore exercise — it is practically a magic bullet to feel and function better. Numerous studies show the multiple benefits of exercise. After all, the human body is designed to require constant physical activity for optimal function. Not only does it keep our muscles and…
What Is MTHFR and Why Should You Care When You Have Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism or Brain Issues?
On your internet searches for managing your low thyroid or brain condition, have you seen references to MTHFR? Just what is MTHFR and why does it matter? About 60 percent of people have a defect in the MTHFR gene, and knowing this can help you better manage Hashimoto’s low thyroid or brain-based symptoms. MTHFR stands…
