Mar 14 2024 12 mins 4
This episode of the Thyroid Beginner Series features Dr. Christianson discussing the pros and cons of using thyroid medications to help you make informed decisions about your health.
While thyroid meds are super important for those without a thyroid or with severe hypothyroidism, a lot of people may not benefit and could even face health complications. Dr. C discusses what you must consider when starting, continuing, or stopping thyroid medication. He emphasizes the importance of personalized care and informed decision-making.
Dr. Christianson also reveals some surprising findings from studies on deprescribing. Turns out, lots of people can successfully lower or even stop medication usage without any adverse effects. He also talks about the difference between synthetic and natural thyroid hormones and how to optimize treatment approaches for better outcomes.
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Key Takeaways:
(00:02) Introduction
(00:35) Overview of thyroid medications as the widely prescribed medications globally.
(00:58) Efficacy and risks of thyroid medications; why some people do not benefit from thyroid medications and are exposed to substantial health risks.
(02:12) Considerations for feeling better on medication
(03:09) How introducing external hormones to the body disrupts the natural balance of hormones.
(03:59) Symptoms and challenges of taking thyroid medications and why making a hormone is not the same as taking a hormone.
(05:45) Thyroid medication as a necessity for those without a thyroid or severe hyperthyroidism.
(06:25) Considerations for starting or continuing thyroid medication.
(07:15) Deprescribing and lowering dosage.
(08:31) Process of deprescribing thyroid medications and adjusting dosage based on health improvements.
(11:05) Conclusion and preview of the next episode; "the iodine story."
(12:00) Closing
"The phrase that I've thought of is that making a hormone is not the same as taking a hormone, and as much as possible, we want our bodies to make the hormone. The paradox is that if you're taking it, you can make it harder for your body to make it, of course."
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