[The LOdown] A Guide to Understanding Your Thyroid Labs

Описание: A Guide to Understanding Your Thyroid Labs

Have you ever been convinced you have a thyroid problem only to go to the doctor to get your thyroid tested and everything come back normal? You're not alone, this is very common, let's talk about it!

Inside this episode I walk you through optimal reference ranges for all of these tests plus the tests you need that go beyond a standard TSH blood test. Healing and reversing thyroid problems is possible, listen to this episode to find out where to start!


A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇

The history of thyroid hormone testing and its limitations
What is TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone?
How to understand what T4, T3, Reverse T3 and thyroid antibodies mean about your thyroid function
How genetics can influence thyroid symptoms but not thyroid hormone testing results
The link between what you eat and thyroid hormone levels.
How hypothyroidism can cause blood sugar problems.
The influence of hormones like cortisol and hunger hormones on thyroid hormone function
How to advocate for yourself to get the testing you need


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00:00 Introduction
00:57 History of Thyroid Hormones Testing
02:20 The Wickham Study
03:11 Understanding TSH and Thyroid Hormones
04:38 T4, T3,Reverse T3
05:34 Importance of Free Thyroid Hormone Levels
06:27 Impact of Binding Proteins
08:17 Thyroid Antibodies and Autoimmunity
09:09 Euthryoid Sick Syndrome
10:29 Conversion of T4 to T3 in the Liver and Gut
11:26 Thyroid Antibody testing
12:50 Subclinical Hypothyroidism
14:15 Deiodination and Genetic Factors
15:14 Thyroid Hormones and Under-Fueling
16:39 Subclinical Hypothyroidism and Insulin Resistance
18:29 Role of the Nervous System and Minerals
19:51 T3 and Mitochondrial Function
21:44 Correlation with Cortisol, Inflammation and Leptin
23:38 Understanding TSH Levels
25:33 Negative Feedback loop
26:30 Importance of Self-Advocacy and Education



⚠DISCLAIMER:
The information in this episode should be used for general education purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your medical provider before beginning any new health recommendations.