Dr. Nikolas Hedberg

Ferritin and Hypothyroidism

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Thyroid February 15, 2019February 15, 2019ferritin, Graves disease, Hashimoto's disease, hypothyroidism, iron, Reverse T3, T3, T4, thyroid, TSH

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In this post I’ll cover everything you need to know about ferritin and hypothyroidism. The ferritin test is a simple blood test and it is one of the most important tests you should have if you have Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease, and hypothyroidism. Ferritin is a storage form of iron and the ferritin level test can tell you if your iron stores are low and need to be increased. The ferritin test is rarely ordered by conventional doctors so many patients are left with the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism when it is actually their low ferritin levels that are causing their health problems. The first issue with iron is that iron deficiency may be quite severe but blood markers such as hemoglobin and the red blood cell count may be normal. This leaves many patients, especially women, misdiagnosed as not having anemia.

The Iodine Crisis with Lynne Farrow

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Thyroid February 8, 2019February 8, 2019bromide, ferritin, flouride, Hashimoto's disease, hypothyroidism, iodide, iodine, Lugol's solution

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In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Lynne Farrow the author of the book, “The Iodine Crisis: What You Don’t Know About Iodine Can Wreck Your Life.” We had an in-depth discussion about iodine and how important it is for your body. We covered many topics including why iodine deficiency is so prevalent, bromide, fluoride, sources of iodine, the best iodine supplements, how to test for iodine deficiency, breast cancer, iodized salt, goiters, iron and ferritin, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, seaweed, and conditions associated with iodine deficiency.

Inositol and Selenium Improve Hashimoto’s Disease

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease February 1, 2019February 1, 2019depression, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroid, Inositol, insomnia, PCOS, selenium, Subclinical hypothyroidism, thyroid

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One of the main priorities in my practice is to stay on top of the latest cutting-edge research in Hashimoto’s disease and thyroid disorders. My latest round of research reviews involved six clinical studies that examined inositol and selenium and how they conferred major benefits in those with Hashimoto’s disease and subclinical hypothyroidism. The highlights of each study are summarized in a table at the end of this article for ease of reference.

Chris Kresser Interview on Unconventional Medicine

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg The Dr. Hedberg Show January 25, 2019January 26, 2019chris kresser, functional medicine, psychoneuroimmunology, SIBO, social media, the paleo cure, unconventional medicine

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In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Chris Kresser about his new book “Unconventional Medicine” as well as “The Paleo Cure.” We discussed many topics including how to reform our healthcare system, functional medicine, gut health, SIBO, social isolation, diet, psychoneuroimmunolgy, social media, ancestral diets, and eating seasonally. I think you’ll find many excellent takeaways from this interview whether you’re a healthcare practitioner or someone interested in health.

Hormone Balancing and Testing with Dr. Carrie Jones

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hormones January 4, 2019adrenal fatigue, cortisol, DHEA, DUTCH Test, estradiol, estriol, estrone, hormone balancing, progesterone, testosterone

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In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show I interview Dr. Carrie Jones of Precision Analytical on hormone balancing and testing. We cover a lot of detail about reproductive and adrenal hormones including testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, DHEA and more. Dr. Jones explains the causes of elevated and decreased hormone levels and some strategies on balancing these issues. We also discuss the best way to test hormones including the DUTCH test which is my favorite hormone test offered by Precision Analytical.

Dr. Carrie Jones, ND, MPH is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women’s health and hormones. She graduated from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), School of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon where she also completed her 2-year residency in women’s health, hormones and endocrinology. Later she graduated from Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Health program with a goal of doing more international education. She was adjunct faculty for many years teaching gynecology and advanced endocrinology/fertility and has been the Medical Director for 2 large integrative clinics in Portland. She is the Medical Director for Precision Analytical, Inc, creators of the DUTCH hormone test.

The Health Benefits of Yoga with Sara Lewis

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Adverse Childhood Experiences, The Dr. Hedberg Show December 7, 2018adrenal fatigue, adrenal stress, adverse childhood experiences, anxiety, depression, health benefits of yoga, insomnia, yoga

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In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Sara Lewis in a discussion about the health benefits of yoga.

If you struggle with pain, fatigue, depression, anxiety, insomnia, gut issues, or have adverse childhood experiences, this is one episode you should really listen to.

Sara spent 25 years providing program management expertise to international public health projects in South America, Eastern Europe, Africa and South Asia. The work included directing, managing and planning projects in maternal, newborn, child health and nutrition. After her career in public health, Sara began a second career as a Holistic Health Coach and Yoga Instructor. As a Health Coach, she helps clients discover the benefits of using food as medicine and making small lifestyle changes that have big impacts. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2014. Her passion for cooking and food led her to yoga when she began studying the connection between mindfulness and stress eating. Sara teaches both vinyasa flow and yin/restorative classes. Her yin classes include pranayama (breath work) and deep relaxation. When she’s not on the mat or working with clients, Sara can be found in the kitchen fermenting foods, experimenting with locally sourced ingredients from the farmers market or out exploring the hills of Western NC on a bicycle.

Cordyceps and Hashimoto’s Disease

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Autoimmune Disease, Fatigue, Hashimoto's Disease, The Dr. Hedberg Show, Thyroid November 15, 2018November 15, 2018autoimmune thyroiditis, cordyceps, Epstein-Barr Virus, Graves disease, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, thyroid antibodies, thyroid peroxidase antibody

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The Therapeutic Effect of Cordyceps on Hashimomoto’s Disease and Graves’ Disease

In 2016, a clinical trial was conducted in China that aimed to investigate the therapeutic effect of cordyceps on Hashimoto’s disease and Graves’ disease.

The research paper was entitled, “Dual-Directional Effects of Corbrin Capsule on Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases” and was published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

Let’s find out what this research paper showed if cordyceps could help Hashimoto’s disease and Graves’ disease.

Dr. Lindsey Berkson Interview

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Autoimmune Disease, Digestion, Hashimoto's Disease, Hormones, The Dr. Hedberg Show, Thyroid November 9, 2018bioidentical hormone replacement, brain health, dr. lindsey berkson, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hormones, low-dose naltrexone, post-birth control syndrome

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In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Dr. Lindsey Berkson in an in-depth discussion about hormones, brain health, gut health, Hashimoto’s disease, post-birth control syndrome and much more.

Dr. Berkson had breast cancer 24 years ago and has made remission her mission. Dr. Berkson now specializes in working with breast cancer survivors to do the same; addressing food, herbs, hormone balancing and sometime protective replacement as well as nutraceuticals. Dr. Berkson formulated Metagenic’s female hormone protective nutrient line. Dr. Berkson is considered a thought leader in functional medicine and now teaches MDs, Nurse Practitioners, pharmacists and other health care professionals continuing education courses. Dr. Berkson has authored 21 books, hosts the Dr. Berkson’s Best Health Radio, writes the Berkson Blog (see it at DrLindseyBerkson.com) and is a research fellow with Health Sciences Collegium. Dr. Berkson has published original research with the University of Houston Medical School and Nathan Bryan PdD, the world’s authority on nitrous oxide. Dr. Berkson was a scholar at an estrogen think tank at Tulane University and worked with the scientists that discovered estrogen receptor functionality and endocrine disruption.

Dr. Berkson is a best-selling author; Healthy Digestion the Natural Way (Wiley 2000) was the first gut, nutrition, mind book.

Her newest book SEXY BRAIN explains environmental castration and how to test, detox and protect your hormones and brain.

Genistein and Hashimoto’s Disease

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Autoimmune Disease, Hashimoto's Disease, The Dr. Hedberg Show, Thyroid November 1, 2018November 1, 2018Free T3, Free T4, genistein, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, thyroglobulin antibody, thyroid, thyroid peroxidase antibody, TSH

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Can Genistein Help Heal Hashimoto’s Disease and Hypothyroidism?

In the fall of 2016, a study was conducted in China and published in the medical journal Immunobiology. The researchers looked at the compound genistein and Hashimoto’s disease to see if it affected thyroid function in patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. The research paper was entitled, “Genistein improves thyroid function in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis patients through regulating Th1 cytokines.” To clarify, “Th1 cytokines” refer to a type of thyroid-helper cells that indicate how much inflammation there might be in the thyroid gland. In other words, they are markers of inflammation.

The results of this study were very exciting so you might want to pay close attention.

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Natural Treatment

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Autoimmune Disease, Hashimoto's Disease, The Dr. Hedberg Show, Thyroid October 26, 2018November 15, 2018Ashwagandha, gluten, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, iodine, natural treatment, selenium, thyroid, zinc

In this article I cover Hashimoto’s thyroiditis natural treatment including some basic supplements that can help heal Hashimoto’s disease and hypothyroidism as well as some dietary strategies.

The thyroid gland, like any gland in your body, requires a number of basic nutrients to function properly. Every day your thyroid gland produces a certain amount of thyroid hormone that requires specific building blocks. If any of those building blocks are missing, your thyroid may not make enough thyroid hormone and you may suffer from common symptoms of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism such as:

Fatigue
Weight Gain
Depression
Constipation
Hair Loss
Cold hands and feet
Brain fog
Dry brittle nails and hair
Muscle pain

Let’s talk about each nutrient that your thyroid needs and how to find out if you are deficient. It may be that you would benefit from some simple supplements for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism.

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