Health Decoded
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Thyroid Health Decoded: Weight, Function, and Healing with Functional Medicine
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes into the connection between thyroid function and weight management. They discuss the thyroid gland's role in the HPT axis and how dysfunction affects weight. A case study underscores the risks of misdiagnosis and the need for thorough testing. Common symptoms are highlighted as vital warning signs. Sponsored by Alessi Functional Health's six R gut healing protocol, the episode stresses comprehensive testing in functional medicine. Practical tips for eliminating thyroid triggers and lifestyle changes are shared. Personalized assistance from Alessi Functional Health is available, encouraging listener engagement.
Key Points
- Thyroid dysfunction, particularly low T3 or high reverse T3, can significantly hinder weight loss efforts despite a healthy lifestyle.
- Functional medicine takes a comprehensive approach to thyroid health by testing not just TSH and T4, but also T3, reverse T3, thyroid antibodies, and related gut and nutrient markers.
- Addressing thyroid issues involves removing dietary and environmental triggers, healing the gut, supporting the body with essential nutrients, and balancing hormones through lifestyle changes and advanced therapies.
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