Thyroid Healthy Bites

Trauma can be a root cause of our health issues and can create barriers between us and the healthy changes we're trying to make. If we have deep wounds under the hood of our health issues and we overlook or ignore them, we’re likely going to struggle to make the healthiest choices, reach our health goals, and thrive. Despite doing all the things on the surface (food, exercise, su

Welcome to Thyroid-Healthy Bites! In this episode, we'll explore the world of protein powders and how to choose one that suits your unique dietary needs and restrictions. I've spent over a year researching this topic to provide you with the tools and guidance to find the perfect protein powder for you. Join me as we discuss expert recommendations and the crucial role of protein in

Travel can pose an obstacle for thyroid patients who depend on certain dietary restrictions to feel well. For those of us who know that foods like gluten, dairy, or grains trigger our symptoms, it can add an unwanted layer of stress and anxiety to our travel plans. So, how can we stay on track with our dietary needs when we're away from home? In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy

When we think of "culinary medicine," few ingredients embody this concept quite like ginger. But did you know that ginger stands out as a superstar ingredient for addressing hypothyroid symptoms like sluggish digestion, brain fog, and weight gain?  Welcome to the Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, where we cover thyroid-healthy food, lifestyle, and tales f

In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, we're tackling a crucial topic: Medical Gaslighting and its impact on thyroid patients. Many thyroid patients express feeling unheard, frustrated, and dismissed by the medical system. We're often misdiagnosed, under-medicated, or incorrectly medicated with symptom-masking drugs like anti-depressants a

Join me for a featured ingredient deep dive into the world of rice—the beloved gluten-free staple that's been a savior for many navigating gluten avoidance. In this episode, we'll unravel the truth about rice and its impact on thyroid health. Amidst its simplicity lies a dark secret that every Thyroid Thriver should be aware of. While there's no need to "cancel" ri

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 st

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, in

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

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