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Autoimmune Paleo Diet and Hashimoto’s Disease

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease July 19, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune paleo diet, autoimmune protocol diet, autoimmune thyroiditis, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, paleo diet, thyroid antibodies 0 Comment

We finally have a study specifically looking at the efficacy of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet, also known as the Autoimmune Paleo Diet or AIP, and Hashimoto’s disease. The exact title of the paper is, “Efficacy of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet as Part of a Multi-disciplinary, Supported Lifestyle Intervention for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis” by Abbott et al. Published in April of 2019 in the journal Cureus. I break down the study details below so you can better understand if this diet actually works for Hashimoto’s disease.

The Hashimoto’s Disease and SIBO Connection

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease July 12, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune thyroiditis, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, SIBO, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth 0 Comment

Is there a connection among Hashimoto’s disease, hypothyroidism, and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth also known as SIBO? Does Hashimoto’s disease cause SIBO or does SIBO cause Hashimoto’s? I’ll answer these questions in my latest research review below.

There isn’t a lot of research, only two papers actually, on the specific connection between Hashimoto’s disease and SIBO which I’ll cover in this article. There are more papers on the connection between hypothyroidism and SIBO without mention of Hashimoto’s and the basic conclusion of those papers is that hypothyroidism is connected to SIBO because gastric motility is decreased in hypothyroidism. Decreased gastric motility basically means the food you eat is moving through the bowels to slowly so bacteria can build-up in the small intestine.

The Truth About Plant-Based Diets and Meat with Diana Rodgers

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg The Dr. Hedberg Show June 28, 2019October 3, 2019diana rodgers, grass-fed beef, plant-based diet, red meat, sacred cow, vegan diet, vegetarian diet, vitamin B12 deficiency 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview dietitian Diana Rodgers in a discussion about plant-based diets, meat, and her upcoming documentary and book project Sacred Cow. Speaking to Diana was a breathe of fresh air among all the misinformation out there about plant-based diets and meat. We discussed the potential pitfalls of plant-based diets including protein and micronutrient deficiencies. Diana covered important information about the true environmental impact of meat and how important grazing cows are to the environment. You should come away from this interview with a better understanding of plant-based diets, meat, and it’s environmental and socioeconomic impact. I urge you to support Diana’s Sacred Cow project and to look out for the upcoming documentary.

Can Blastocystis Hominis Cause Hashimoto’s Disease?

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease June 7, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune thyroiditis, blastocystis hominis, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, urticaria 0 Comment

Our discussion today revolves around a microscopic parasite called Blastocystis hominis, a case of hives and Hashimoto’s disease!

The case report was published in 2015 in The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries. The report was entitled, “Eradication of Blastocystis hominis prevents the development of symptomatic Hashimoto’s thyroiditis: a case report. The case involved a singular subject who was suffering from chronic urticaria (hives), angioedema (skin swelling) and overly soft stools who also showed signs of Hashimoto’s disease.

But before we delve into more details, let me provide you with some basic background information.

Can Thiamine Improve Hashimoto’s Disease-Related Fatigue?

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease May 17, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune thyroiditis, fatigue, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroid, thiamine, TPO antibody 0 Comment

Are you doing everything right for your Hashimoto’s disease and hypothyroidism but still experiencing fatigue? A chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link and the b-vitamin thiamine is an important link in thyroid function and energy production that could improve Hashimoto’s disease-related fatigue. Restrictive diets like the A utoimmune Paleo D iet, gluten-free diet, and ketogenic diet can possibly lead to a thiamine deficiency if there isn’t enough variety in the diet. Once this important vitamin becomes deficient, a number symptoms can appear as well as sluggish thyroid function.

Healing Hashimoto’s Disease with Andrea Nakayama

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease May 3, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune thyroiditis, functional medicine, goitrogens, Hashimoto's disease, hypothyroidism, iodine, SIBO, thyroid 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interviewed Andrea Nakayama in a discussion about strategies for healing Hashimoto’s disease. We talked about her “3 Tiers to Epigenetic Mastery” and how they relate to Hashimoto’s disease and thyroid health. Within the 3 tiers we discussed stress, gut health, infections, micronutrient deficiencies, adverse childhood experiences, SIBO, reproductive hormones, goitrogens, iodine, and all the various diets that people are following these days.

Andrea is a clinician but also a Hashimoto’s patient so it was a real pleasure to get her insight and expertise on healing Hashimoto’s disease.

The Truth About Fluoride with Melissa Gallico

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Thyroid April 19, 2019October 3, 2019acne, fluoride, hypothyroidism, iodine, Melissa Gallico, thyroid 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Melissa Gallico about fluoride. We talked about where fluoride comes from, why it was added to our water supply, how to know if your water is fluoridated, how to filter fluoride, other sources of fluoride, the fluoride-acne connection, the fluoride-thyroid connection, how to detoxify fluoride with iodine, and how to petition your local legislators to remove fluoride from your water supply. I was not aware of the fluoride-acne connection so this was an enlightening podcast that everyone should listen to who has acne or a thyroid issue.

Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology with Dr. Izabella Wentz

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Hashimoto's Disease March 29, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune thyroiditis, Dr. Izabella Wentz, Hashimoto's disease, Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, thyroid 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Dr. Izabella Wentz about her new book, “Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology.” We had a great talk about Hashimoto’s disease, Dr. Wentz’s Hashimoto’s healing journey, foods that can help heal Hashimoto’s disease, green smoothies, bone broth, and some recipes that can help heal Hashimoto’s disease.

I highly recommend all of Dr. Wentz’s books and her new book will help you make food easier and healthier so you can heal your Hashimoto’s disease.
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How to Heal Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Terry Wahls

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Autoimmune Disease March 22, 2019October 3, 2019autoimmune disease, MS, multiple sclerosis, paleo diet, Terry Wahls, The Wahls Protocol 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Dr. Terry Wahls in a discussion about how to heal Multiple Sclerosis. We had an excellent discussion about how she overcame Multiple Sclerosis, her research into MS, The Wahls Protocol Diet, the causes of MS, how the gut and the microbiome influences autoimmune disease, the Paleo diet compared to the Wahls Protocol and much more.

If you have MS or know someone who does, please share this episode and transcript of the interview below. It may be the turning point for you or a loved one by following The Wahls Protocol.

How to Overcome Fibromyalgia with Dr. David Brady

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg The Dr. Hedberg Show, Uncategorized March 8, 2019October 3, 20195-HTP, CBD, fatigue, fibromyalgia, FMS, GABA, IBS, pain, serotonin 0 Comment

In this episode of The Dr. Hedberg Show, I interview Dr. David Brady about how to overcome Fibromyalgia and his new book The Fibro Fix. We talked about the history of fibromyalgia diagnosis, the causes of fibromyalgia, the difference between “Classic” Fibromyalgia and “Pseudo” Fibromyalgia, treatment strategies, supplements for Fibromyalgia, and much more. If you have Fibromyalgia or know someone who does, this is one interview you definitely don’t want to miss.