The Life Stylist 585. Dr. Izabella Wentz: Recovering from Pharmaceuticals, Birth Control, and Thyroid Dysfunction
Feb 4, 2025
Dr. Izabella Wentz, known as The Thyroid Pharmacist, dives into the intricacies of thyroid health, especially for women suffering from conditions like Hashimoto's. She uncovers the surprising links between thyroid dysfunction, mental health, and gut health. Wentz shares practical shifts that can lead to healing while addressing the risks of medication overuse and environmental toxins. With insights on nutrition, essential testing, and lifestyle changes, her empowering advice aims to help listeners reclaim their vitality and well-being.
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Rising Rates of Thyroid Issues
- Thyroid issues like Hashimoto's have been around for at least a century, but the rates are increasing, possibly due to environmental toxins and even public health measures like water fluoridation.
- Ironically, efforts to improve health, such as adding fluoride to water and iodine to salt, may contribute to thyroid problems.
Fluoride, Iodine, and Thyroid Health
- Fluoride may displace iodine in thyroid hormones, potentially accumulating in the thyroid gland.
- While iodine is essential, excessive iodine intake, especially from sources like seaweed, can be inflammatory and worsen Hashimoto's in susceptible individuals.
Recommended Thyroid Testing
- Get a full thyroid panel, including TSH, thyroid antibodies (TPO and TG), free T3, free T4, and reverse T3, to assess thyroid function accurately.
- Advocate for these tests with your doctor, or self-order through services like Ulta Labs if necessary.
