In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, we dive into Kevin Arnold's MS recovery story. This inspirational hero's journey is intertwined with outdoor adventure, medical obstacles, and the essential mastery of mindset. As a fellow Functional Medicine Coaching Academy alum, I had witnessed the impact that MS had on Kevin's life and livelihood. As he shares his story of MS recovery on the show, you'll hear about the rollercoaster ride of highs, lows, and revelations behind the scenes.  Kevin Arnold, NBC-HWC, FMCHC, is a board-certified health and wellness coach, a Functional Medicine Health Coach, a Certified Wahls Health Practitioner, an RYT200-certified yoga teacher, and a Behavior Change Specialist. His wealth of expertise promises a compelling discussion. Join us as we uncover Kevin's remarkable resilience and discovery. Tune in for an episode filled with hope and inspiration. Helpful Links:  Kevin's Website: Source Functional Nutrition www.vankookz.com Book Recommendation: The Wahl's Protocol Kevin's Instagram Learn more about Thrivers Club Membership   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

After four years of near-constant fatigue and illness, I got sick and tired of living life on hypothyroidism's terms. In part 2 of this 2-part podcast series, I share my personal story of healing: from Hashimoto's turning me into someone I didn’t recognize to reclaiming a vibrant, healthy life. In Part 1, I covered the early struggles of my thyroid journey, including the first five steps I took to reclaim my health from Hashimoto’s. In Part 2, I’ll share the second half of my health transformation and the next five steps I took to regain my life and energy. I hope this story of recovery will light the path for yours. Helpful Links:  Thrivers Club Membership Full Blog Post with YouTube Video  Listen To, Watch, or Read Part 1 The Thyroid-Friendly Workout Kit   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Hashimoto's has changed every aspect of my life, and in many ways, for the better. My healing journey didn’t happen overnight, but it DID happen. In this two-part series, I’ll share my story: from sickness turning me into someone I didn’t recognize to reclaiming a vibrant, happy life built on thyroid-healthy choices.  I’ve outlined my health transformation in 10 steps. This video covers the first five steps that helped me reclaim my health… Enjoy! Helpful Links*:  Paloma Health [$30 OFF CODE: HYPOCHEF] BLOG: How to Find a Good Thyroid Doctor BLOG: Why You Should Get Tested for Hashimoto's Dr. Izabella Wentz's Book: Hashimot's Root Cause   Dr. Amy Myers' Book: The Thyroid Connection  Mary Shomon's Book: Living Well with Hypothyroidism   Read the full blog post on Hypothyroid Chef  Listen to, watch, or read Part 2   *Includes affiliate links Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Simplifying your thyroid-healthy lifestyle is a big part of my mission as Hypothyroid Chef. That’s why I took the common core recommendations from the world’s leading experts on thyroid health and boiled them down into something that can fit on an index card. I call these tenets of thyroid-healthy living “The 8 Daily Rituals,” or The 8 Rs for short. In today’s episode of the Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, I will introduce you to The 8 Daily Rituals and explain the WHYs behind them.  This episode will provide you with clarity where you’ve had confusion and will simplify what can feel overwhelming. So get comfy, grab a cup of tea and something to take notes with because this will be a high-impact episode. Let’s dig in! Helpful Links: Register for my free live coaching workshop! Thrivers Club Membership My Amazon Storefront   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen

If weight loss has been a challenge for you, today's conversation with mindset coach Tanja Shaw, FDN-P, will expand your thinking and blow your mind. We'll unravel the weight-thought connection and learn how we can harness the power of our minds to make peace with our bodies - and maybe even reach the weight we want in the process.  We'll share personal stories and ideas about how to love yourself at any size. We'll also discuss the merits of shifting your focus away from weight loss. Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as you tune in to this game-changing conversation. Helpful Links:  Thyroid-Healthy Thanksgiving Guide Tanja Shaw's Website Fit + Vibrant You Podcast Tanja Shaw's Weight Loss Quiz Hypothyroid Chef Home Page   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Hormonal imbalance can throw us for a loop! And the symptoms of hormonal imbalance overlap with many thyroid-related symptoms-- the thyroid is part of our hormonal system, after all! So, how can we support our hormonal balance and help address common hormone-related symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, insomnia, and excess weight...with FOOD? That's what we're going to discuss in this episode with my special guest, Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD.  Dr. Christianson is a Board Certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on thyroid care, so we’re talking to someone who is very much a thyroid specialist today. He's also a New York Times bestselling author of The Thyroid Reset Diet, The Metabolism Reset Diet, and his most recent title, The Hormone Healing Cookbook.  Dr. Christianson has been featured in countless media appearances, including Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The Today Show. He is also the founding president of the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians.  I've interviewed Dr. C several times, and I always learn something surprising and new from him. Plus, it's always fun to talk to a fellow cook and food lover. His recipes are gorgeous and absolutely mouthwatering.  In this episode we'll discuss: Dr. C's personal journey that inspired him to become a doctor and author The most common hormone-related symptoms How to eat for hormone health The importance of protein Superstar foods for hormonal balance Dr. C's surprising discoveries about soy for thyroid patients Our favorite cooking techniques for making real food recipes, real life-friendly Helpful Links:  The Hormone Healing Cookbook Dr. Christianson's Website Download my FREE Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide The Hypothyroid Chef Website   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Fatigue afflicts over 30% of Americans and is one of the most pervasive and debilitating symptoms associated with hypothyroidism. It’s been said that there's no tired like thyroid tired, and as Thyroid Thrivers, many of us are all too familiar with what that means. Fatigue robs us of our enjoyment and zest for life. It hobbles our professional and personal dreams...and according to my special guest, Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, it's also treatable and reversible.  In this episode, Dr. Teitelbaum sheds light on why fatigue is such a common issue for Thyroid Thrivers. He provides a wealth of practical advice and tips on how to transition "From Fatigued to Fantastic." If you find yourself grappling with low energy, persistent tiredness, pain, or unrelenting fatigue, don't miss this episode. It's packed with insights to help you regain your vitality. Helpful Links: Dr. Teitelbaum's book: From Fatigued to Fantastic Dr. Teitelbaum's website for information: Vitality101.com Dr. Teitelbaum's website for supplements: EndFatigue.com Dr. Teitelbaum's Energy Analysis Quiz Subscribe to my newsletter and receive my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide. Hypothyroid Chef Website   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

Feeling well as a Thyroid Thriver really comes down to a simple 5-step framework. Today, I'm going to reveal this framework to you. It's the same one I have used to stay on the sunny side of Health Street since 2015, and by the end of this episode, you’ll know how you can use it to apply to your own healing journey, whether you’re newly diagnosed or decades down the path. So, let’s unpack these five simple steps that you can use to reduce symptoms, get your energy back, and ultimately FEEL BETTER. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, and I'll point you toward some of my best resources on each of these five steps. You'll find the links to each resource mentioned below.  Register for my FREE Webinar: Escaping Fatigue (Sept. 27, 2023) Episode 46: Rethinking Hypothyroidism with Dr. Antonio C. Bianco BLOG: How to Find a Good Thyroid Doctor Learn More About Paloma Health [$30 OFF CODE: HYPOCHEF] Episode 5: What is Thyroid-Healthy Eating?  BLOG: Picking the Perfect Protein Powder BLOG/POD: Top 5 Exercise Tips for Thyroid Thrivers Explore Thrivers Club Membership Book a FREE Discovery Call with me   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

They say parenting is the hardest job in the world and the most rewarding. But what about Parenting with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s? In other words, what about parenting when we’re also dealing with things like brain fog, fatigue, autoimmune flares, weight gain, joint pain, and literally hundreds of other symptoms that can come from thyroid imbalance?  This is what we will be chatting about in this episode, with special guest Rachel Hill of The Invisible Hypothyroidism. Helpful Links: The Invisible Hypothyroidism Website 3-minute Thyroid Tips with Rachel Hill: How to advocate for Yourself as a Thyroid Patient Get the book: Thyroid Superhero Subscribe to my newsletter and receive my FREE Thyroid-healthy Grocery Guide Hypothyroid Chef Website   Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.

A hot topic recently came up in The Thrivers Club (my group coaching community): Inviting and welcoming our loved ones to our healing journeys. Communicating with our loved ones naturally fosters more understanding and support around our health issues...so why is it so hard (or scary) for some of us to do?  In this episode, we'll talk about breaking through any mindset roadblocks we may have around this to ensure that you can get the love and support you need to thrive, at home. I'll share the story of my personal struggle with this. We'll also discuss practical tips for HOW to communicate clearly and constructively about our health needs so that everyone can succeed.  Helpful Links: Learn More About The Thrivers Club Learn More About Paloma Health [$30 OFF CODE: HYPOCHEF]