Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers looking to sharpen their clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed vitamin D, thyroid autoimmunity & pregnancy. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Kevin Wallace and discussed peptides – a medical breakthrough for anti-aging … [Read more...]
How to Find the Right Thyroid Hormone Dose
If you’re not feeling well, there is a good chance you suspect a thyroid problem as the cause. Thyroid problems are common and can certainly be problematic. However, it’s also important to have a balanced understanding of how to navigate your thyroid health. Let’s discuss one important aspect of thyroid health – a reasonable approach to determine your optimal dose of thyroid hormone. Dr. R's Fast Facts Initial dosing is usually based upon body weight (and other medical … [Read more...]
The Most Absorbable Form of Thyroid Hormone
If you are someone on thyroid hormone who has been unable to find a steady dose, you are not alone! But there is good news. It has been shown that liquid form thyroid hormone is better at stabilizing thyroid hormone levels and therefore may reduce the needed dose of thyroid hormone. What is this hormone, why does it work and when should you consider it? Let’s discuss. If you need help with thyroid medication, click here. The Most Absorbable Form of Thyroid Hormone Dr. Michael … [Read more...]
Women’s Health & Hormones with Dr. Anna Cabeca
Addressing hormonal imbalances is one of the most important actions a women can take towards well-being. I have also found this to be one of the most effective treatments in the functional medicine arsenal. Today we discuss hormones with gynecologist Dr. Anna Cabeca. Dr. R's Fast Facts Hormone imbalances are responsible for a number of symptoms in women including: Fatigue, depression, low sex drive, poor memory, moodiness, hot flashes, dry hair/skin/nails Sometimes digestive … [Read more...]