Ok, so I know you may think I’m stretching it here, but give me a chance: Have you ever noticed that you’re more likely to be irritable, annoyed, or straight up get into a fight with your loved one when you’re either on a sugar crash, OR it’s just been too long since your last …
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Hints your blood sugar is off
How far does blood sugar go? Farther than you think. My patients are often surprised when I counsel them on the far-reaching impacts of balanced blood sugar, or “good metabolic health.” We were taught (and continue to be told!) that good blood sugar means not being diabetic. But, being metabolically unfit (in other words imbalanced …
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Let’s talk about snacks
“Snack foods” are convenient and sometimes we need to lean on them in a pinch, but opt for real foods when you can! Opting for veggies is great as it’s more favorable for your blood sugar and metabolic health….and helps you stay satiated for longer. It requires a reframe as we’re so accustomed to snacks …
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Help! I’m working out like a beast, but not losing any weight!
Peloton, Orange Fitness, Running, Barre, Hot Yoga…you’re doing it ALL, right? And maybe even working out every day of the week!? And to boot, you might be eating apples and celeries all day! WHERE ARE THE RESULTS?! Girl, you *can* do it all…but you don’t *have* to! Working hard and not getting results. This is …
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You may be living with ADRENAL DYSFUNCTION
Does this sound like you? Your adrenals are PIVOTAL to your sense of WELL-BEING. While Weight Gain, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Memory Concerns, Insomnia, and Depression are common — you can also experience Anxiety, Low Stress Tolerance, Lightheadedness, and Salt Craving. At DCIM, we usually test Adrenal Function if: These symptoms match, and especially if conventional …
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Case Study: 46 y/o Female with Hypothyroidism and FATIGUE
Why did this patient do so well? ⭐️ We listened deeply and had the time to do so!⭐️ We looked beyond basic thyroid labs⭐️ We crested an individualized treatment plan based on her Biomarkers and personal preferences So happy for this outcome!!
The Frustration around Hypothyroidism and Weight Gain
We ALL know and assume that Low Thyroid Function can cause weight gain. I often meet women that are HOPING we will find hypothyroidism as it may explain why their weight is so resistant, and are literally disappointed when their thyroid looks healthy. Now, It is the case that your basal metabolic rate (the beat …
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Two botanical supplements for hypothyroidism
There are TWO botanical supplements with good evidence in Hypothyroidism. 1. Ashwaghanda: Dosed correctly (ask a physician!), studies show that ashwaghanda can increase triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) levels by 40% and 20%, respectively, and reduces serum TSH levels by 17% from baseline. These changes are significant when compared with placebo! This basically means your …
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Got a Thyroid Nodule?
Thyroid Enlargements The Basics: As discussed before, enlargements in the thyroid can be found on clinical exams. A diffuse enlargement is most typically seen in Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism. Alternatively, a thyroid nodule(s) has a more irregular form. And, whether it’s a single nodule (solitary nodular enlargement), and/or many nodules (multi-nodular enlargement) your clinician will likely want …
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Should I avoid these foods if I have a Thyroid Deficiency?
I’m often asked about FOODs categorized as “Goitrogens.” Goitrogens are substances (Foods, Medications, Chemicals) that disturb thyroid function by interfering with the utilization of Iodine to make thyroid hormone. As a result, the brain thinks it needs to stimulate the thyroid with further signals. In doing so it will trigger more tissue proliferation of the …
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Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism
(ALERT: Personal Story Coming Up!) Post-partum, I did not feel great. I convinced myself it was normal! 2 years later, I gave in and went to see a physician. I was told my thyroid was “unremarkable” and my labs “normal.” I felt UNHEARD, UNCARED for, and honestly DISCARDED. I didn’t give up: ordered my own …
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Got Hypothyroidism? Eat this!
Why do I have a picture of Brazil nuts and Oysters? Brazil Nuts = High in Selenium Oysters = High in Zinc. The Pearls = good look, but don’t eat them! Our thyroid gland, when properly stimulated by the brain will make T4 (the fancy word for that is Thyroxine). Interestingly the most commonly used …
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