Hi all! Thanks for the support on this video. I've made two follow-ups videos on the following topics: Mistakes I made when diagnosed (and what to do instead): ruclips.net/video/eO8TfW6dgOo/видео.html My Diet, supplements, and lifestyle choices: ruclips.net/video/HDsJmO9dcWY/видео.html
Hi Madison, I’m dealing with Hashimoto’s and understand what a struggle it is. I find it hard to talk about with others because I don’t look sick and I don’t want to be seen as someone who complains. But it is a terrible disease and has been a 30 year challenge for me to find treatments to feel better. I’m currently focusing on nutritional strategies and supplements to try to reverse or at least halt the progression of the disease. I’m glad you started this channel. Others need to be educated and all of us who deal with it can support each other.
Thank you so much for watching! Living with an “invisible illness” can be so challenging because others just can’t understand what we’re experiencing. I hope you have people in your corner who support you, though! I’m not where I want to be health wise, but nutrition, supplements, and trying to live as stress free as possible has made a huge difference for me. Wishing you the best!
Isabella Wentz is my favorite source for hashimotos since she personally had Hashimotos as a pharmacist and is in remission. She shares a ton of holistic information as well as science based. Praying for your health & recovery sister!!! 💕🙏🏼
Thank you for your video. I got the diagnosis of hypothyroidism two years ago in September, and just this past January got the Hashimoto's diagnosis. (My TSH was 78. My doctor thought I should probably be feeling so bad I'd be in the ICU. I felt fine. It was weird.) She gave me a Levo prescription then, but I wanted to figure out the answer on my own, so I continued my research. My history is that I cured my own leaky gut in 2008 with L-glutamine; in 2017 I went on keto and eliminated all grains and sugars and seed oils and lost a lot of weight; menopause for me hit somewhere after 2010, I think, and by 2014 my midsection was bigger than it had ever been before, so I wanted to lose that. Now that I've been on keto for so long, I had assumed that I would have been nice and trim at the waist, but no. Getting the Hashimoto's diagnosis answered some questions but raised others. Did my long-term keto diet cause this? I'm still not sure I have the answer to that. Recently I watched a Dr. Berg video (something like "the one nutrient that will cure depression" -- it's not obvious that this video is about yogurt) where he's interviewing a Dr. Davis, the author of Wheat Belly. If you've ever had leaky gut, it sounds like that would be a good book to read. I haven't read that yet. Dr. Davis' new area of interest is l. reuteri and making l. reuteri yogurt. This is fascinating. There are so many benefits to consuming l. reuteri yogurt, so I started researching l. reuteri plus Hashimoto's in the medical literature. It's a fairly new area of study. There is research showing that the reason the thyroid gland gets attacked and destroyed is because of what's going on in the gut. And to reduce inflammation, to stop the attacks, you have to heal the gut. So...is healing the gut going to improve my Hashimoto's condition? I found this as the "conclusion" paragraph in a 2020 paper on PubMed, the medical website; paper is titled *Thyroid-Gut-Axis: How Does the Microbiota Influence Thyroid Function?* _There is accumulating data that a strong thyroid-gut axis exists. It appears to display a not well known but important correlation regarding the effect of the gut bacteria on the immune system and thyroid function. Furthermore, there is higher prevalence of the coexistence of thyroid and gut related diseases, just as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis/Graves’ Disease and Celiac Disease/Non-celiac wheat sensitivity. Dysbiosis is a common finding in thyroid disorders. On the one hand, it alters the immune response by promoting inflammation and reducing immune tolerance, damaging the intestinal membrane and causing an increase in intestinal permeability, which again leads not only to a high exposure of antigens, but also local inflammation. On the other hand, it can directly impact thyroid hormone levels through its own deiodinase activity and the inhibition of TSH. Gut microbiota also influences the absorption of minerals that are important to the thyroid, including iodine, selenium, zinc, and iron. All of them are essential for thyroid function and there is a clear link between thyroid dysfunction and altered levels of these minerals. For example, iodine deficiency may lead to goiter, presumably thyroid nodules, and even follicular thyroid cancer. High iodine intake can either induce hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism in susceptible patients. Iron is essential for bacterial growth, iron availability influences the composition of the microbiota, and at the same time, the microbiota influences iron availability. Iron is vital for efficient iodine utilization and thyroid hormone synthesis and ID could cause thyroid disorders, including impaired thyroid hormone synthesis, storage, and secretion._ Anyway, so after listening to the Dr. Berg interview with Dr. Davis, and at the end of the video Dr. Berg shows how to make l. reuteri yogurt, I ordered the yogurt maker, the inulin (to feed the bacteria), the l. reuteri capsules, and just finished up my second batch of l. reuteri homemade yogurt. One of the benefits of l. reuteri yogurt is supposed to be weight loss; another one is strengthening bones; and being a 67-year-old female, this is interesting to me. I'm going to do this for at least a year. I realize that the first side effects (intestinal ick) will be the body's assimilation of the l. reuteri little guys in there, and it's going to take a bit of time for everybody to get happy. So far I can't say that I have lost weight or feel much different. One thing I will say, however, is that I got COVID for the first time this past July, and suddenly I started craving sugars and carbs, and gave into the craving. Once starting l. reuteri yogurt, that sugar craving is going away again. I'll test it out myself to see if healing the gut then heals the thyroid. It makes sense to me. I'm also taking my own basal body temperature every morning before getting out of bed. I've noticed (I started taking NP Thyroid and Thytrophin PMG in September) that my body temperature is slightly warmer than it was a year ago. That's another good sign that my metabolism is very gradually improving. I'm doing red light therapy on my throat in the mornings, whenever I have time/remember to do this. I bought a little red light band that has a timer I can set for 20 minutes for the lights (650nm/840nm, or something close to that) to wrap around my throat with velcro on each end, to shine on my throat directly. I barely feel it. I think that's helping too. And I'm considering getting a red light blanket (near infrared, I think?) to make me sweat every night, now that it's getting colder. And of course I'm taking all kinds of supplements (zinc, selenium, B vitamins, iodine every now and then, and Vitamin D/K2 -- at least 10,000 IU/day), and watch all kinds of doctors (Westin Childs, Anshul Gupta) about what their recommendations are. One thing I've noticed: I don't feel like I want to just come home and go to bed right away like I used to after work, like I literally have no energy left for anything -- I do feel more energetic now; and I'm not as frozen all the time like I used to be. Coffee is my downfall, I suppose; now I drink coffee only at least an hour after taking NP thyroid, which I do first thing in the morning. I'll be getting my next round of blood tests on Wednesday and see my doctor via Telehealth in a couple more weeks. We'll see how I'm doing. I did manage to bring my 78 TSH in January down to 43, then down to 16 most recently...so I'm not there yet, but I'm on the right track.
Thank you for sharing all of this with me! The info on gut health was particularly interesting as that's something I've been working on lately. It's also great you're figuring out what works best for you and I wish you the best in your healing journey!
Thank you for making this video! I was diagnosed 2 years ago and it's been such a struggle. I have cried many tears, you are not alone. We really have to advocate for ourselves.
Thank you for watching! It's such a common disease but yet it can feel so isolating, especially at the beginning. Agree 1000% on advocating for ourselves. I hope you are starting to feel better!
You're very selfless for making this video! I was recently diagnosed with Hashimotos about 5months ago and it's been rough. However, the more I learned about it and learned how important it is to eliminate certain foods, the better I felt. My mood got better, the brain fog improved, I truly have seen an improvement. I still struggle with bouts of fatigue but I'm grateful that on a whole, my health has improved. With that said, I just want to encourage you and say that it can definitely get better. Not perfect but better.
Thank you for your comment and the encouragement! The first year of my diagnosis was very rough for me as well so I empathize with you. However, I'm so glad to hear that you're figuring out what works for you! Just out of curiosity, did you find that removing gluten improved your symptoms?
@@madisonelizabeth51295 I did actually. It has helped, I wouldn't say it's full proof but yes, removing gluten and cutting way down on sugar has helped. Here's the thing, I love sugar so if I'm stressed out guess what I wanna run to, dessert! I find ways though to be disciplined but once in a while enjoy something sweet. So I'll chose a dark chocolate bar and by doing that it keeps me from falling off the wagon if you will. You hit the nail on the head when you described it as an "invisible disease". It's such in internal war inside your body that no one can "see" but we sure feel it. Both physically, mentally and emotionally. Atleast the more we learn about it the better equipped we are to cope. And we truly have to advocate for ourselves because unless someone has it as well, they'll never fully understand the struggle. Videos like yours help tremendously. Atleast for me it's like a boost of encouragement to keep going and don't let the bad days over take you. 🙏❤️
Hi Madison, Thank you so much for your post. I'm just going through this. I've work in a highly Toxic environment for 1yr & half under chronic stress not only with work, searching and applying for jobs, stressful as well. I started putting on weight not normal for me, I've always been high protein low carb, no processed foods, 1 glass of wine if out to dinner on the weekend pretty rare since this year. I spend my weekends in bed to fully rest as you mentioned I have servere fatigued, totally exhausted. Live on my own and just crash as doon as i get home from work. Get to sleep fine but wake up at 3 4,5am wide awake overthinking then have to be up for. I went to my Dr's x3 different ones innthe practice and said I know somethings wrong. I was told, stress, depressed.....I pushed for a CT and abdominal US as my tummy looked 5mths preg all clear. I mentioned thyroid each time, they just did basic TSH, I then went back after seeing a post here ON by someone to get TSH T4 T3 REVERSE T4 ..results thyroglobulin Ab 6.5 H, told to redo another in Dec to see, meanwhile doing my own research. Found Dr Gupta on here, a MD & Functional Med who himself suffered & his own profession stuffed him around. He's fantastic. I've just ordered his book. Dr didn't diagnose me with anything..so frustrating. Let's help each other. Thk you. I'm here to support you too! From Australia
Thank you for sharing your story. My son is 19, he will be 20 in two weeks. At age 11 he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes which is also an autoimmune disease. It is very common for T1Da to develop a secondary autoimmune disease. This last summer he was diagnosed with Hashimotos. His numbers are OK. They are fluctuating between normal and just over the edge. He is experiencing fatigue and each morning he wakes up drenched in sweat and freezing cold. I mean chilled to his bones. When he asked his endo about a diet he too just brushed us offend said therewillnothing that will do. His endo is amazing. But when it comes to his hashimotos we were disappointed. Since his numbers are going back and forth on his blood work he is also not being put on any medication yet. So we are going to try the anti-inflammatory diet. I take medication for hypothyroidism myself. I was started on meds in Ocotber 2022. I hope this diet will help both of us. It can't hurt so why not try. I look forward to seeing g your other videos. Going to watch now.
Thank you for watching! I've heard that T1D and Hashimotos are very common together. I hope your son feels better soon and that the anti-inflammatory diet is helpful. Have you been checked for Hashimotos by chance? I just ask because it's the main cause of hypothyroidism. Wishing both you and your son the best!
I felt like dying too especially when some doctors chose stop my medication after two months because of my exercise addiction and past with eating disorder. They did big mistake there. My TSH elevated even higher and so did cortisol. I ended up losing so much muscle for hypothyroid myopathy or just simply by high cortisol, that my daily life became painful and very hard. Now I have some pinced nerves because my weakned muscles couldn't keep up right posture anymore. This disease and mistakes in treatment have changed my whole life. I just wish it will get better some day. I've been remedicated 3-4 months now and fighting to get back to my life.
I've been on synthyroid for a long time, and the side effects got really bad. I had terrible muscle pain. Fell from muscle seizing the other day. Insomnia had me in tears. Hair loss was so upsetting. I was cleaning my hairbrush from lumps of hair every week and my hair is now extremely thin. I am now doing supplements designed for thyroid health that contain, selenium, magnesium, iodine, B vitamins, and others. I am feeling so much better. In two days the muscle pain has gone and I'm sleeping again.
Thank you for sharing! I'm so sorry to hear you were going through that. Hashimoto's is such an individual journey and I'm glad to hear you have found what works for you!
Iodine is still a contentious issue. Stress seems to increase our inflammation. My autoantibodies are constantly elevated. I can barely walk from fatigue and muscle pain.
I was diagnosed in 2007 and went hypo in 2011. Ever since being put on thyroid medication I have gotten worse, every single year I’m on it is worse than the other. I have no energy, I hurt from head to toe all the time, gut is tore up and has been for years, heart palpitations, short of breath, exercise intolerance, eat so little to the point I’m malnourished yet stay heavy or gain weight … I’ve lost my ability to exercise, be social, work physical jobs. Do anything basically. Doctors think the pill cures all the issues, I’m referred to as a mystery patient and no one can help me. Hate to break it to everyone, it doesn’t get better. Only hope is you on your own find something that works for you. Doctors are useless. This disease can also manifest from severe emotional and mental trauma, those who have experienced severe narcissistic abuse seem to develop issues like this. The trauma changes your body. I’ve always said I feel like what I’d expect a 85+ yo on their death bed to feel like. Glad to hear someone else say it.
Your right about everything me and my sister going threw this now we say the exact same things and I hope that everyone finds the answers are looking for and I don’t know if you believe in God and I know what time it gets hard and we just wanna say what’s the point but prayer goes a long way, and I pray that everyone finds healing, and I pray that he touches all of our lives and renewal of my body in spirit don’t give up on God nor on yourself please don’t get mad I hope everyone starts to find relief and feel better
Thank you for watching and I'm so sorry to read about your experience. You are not alone in this and I hope you will find the support you need soon! Have you tried functional/integrative (non-MDs) by chance? They're typically more equipped to determine root causes. I know they're not as accessible, unfortunately. Wishing you the best!
100% you are spot on. I thought I was dying too, you explained it so well. It took everything away from me.. I could not wash my hair, I ended up having to shave it because it was so tangled. The only thing that helped was carnivore.
I’m dealing with it too. Went off medication to natural sources and diet and felt great. Got really stressed and it hit me again. Started getting heart palpitations again and felt panic and anxiety. Did you have palpitations? I’m getting sleep and taking it easy for a few months. Vitamin C actually has helped the most. Everyone thinks it’s in my head, but they don’t get it. I just accepted my diet needs to be strict. Oh, they told me the same about medicine, it’s bs. I fixed it with meds, meds made me sick. No breads and no boooze for sure. Take walks, they help
Stress is a significant trigger for me too! Years ago, I did have some palpitation symptoms due to extreme anxiety but that hasn't been an issue in a while. I don't drink either but bread is so difficult to completely give up :(. Take care!
male, 37 here. thyroid issues for 8 years, officially diagnosed 4 years ago with hashimoto's. present day, alopecia is VERY severe and i've nearly thought just shaving my head. nodules in thyroid what not so something is VERY off for me now. i'm fully expecting bad news about my thyroid post biopsy now and i've got an endocrinologist appt asap after that talk. my life went from 'i feel meh' to 'this is very bad' and now expecting surgery and other clinical issues. hope your story wakes people up, if you don't feel good do some blood work and probably an ent/endo asap.
Thank you for sharing and I'm so sorry to hear you're going through this! I hope things get better soon. I totally agree with your point about listening to your body and seeking help if things seem "off"
Chronic autoimmune Hashimoto disease - 26 years now on medication- then I got covid 2019 - and my TSH been suppressed ever since- December 2023 hospitalised and diagnosed with another autoimmune 🦠- had 3 shots . I’m 64 🏴
I was diagnosed last year and it was like having a veil removed from over my eyes. (my very very sleepy eyes). Now that I am able to identfy triggers and flares I can really start to take care of myself. Great vid!
Thank you for watching! And I'm glad to hear you're figuring out what works/does not work for you. Feeling better with this disease can be so challenging. Wishing you well!
Hi Madison, I am so glad I found your channel. I have really been struggling with my health and my doctor suspects I have stage 2 Hashimoto’s (I’m at the stage where my thyroid is still producing hormones but my thyroid antibodies are sooo high that are causing me so many awful symptoms). I cannot tell you how much it means to hear from someone who has gone through the same. Would love to connect with you via instagram/fb if you’d be happy too as I would love to ask you some questions. So much love, Maria x
Hi Maria! I'm glad to hear you found the video helpful and I'm so sorry to hear you're not feeling well. You're welcome to reach out on Instagram @madisonlinkrees - while I can't give any medical advice, I'm always happy to chat with others about what's worked for me! I'm not where I want to be health wise (it's a journey!) but like I said in the video, I'm definitely a lot better off than where I was a few years ago. :)
Am always super hungry with this thyroid gland she don’t play fair always tired even if I had a full nights rest I always tell people that thyroid plays important factor in your body in I can agree it does make you feel like your going to die for me I don’t have a lot of energy the simplest things wears me out but am hoping I feel better soon and praying for you too 🦋
Know how you felt, diagnosed under active then my body switched to over active, found out I had leaky gut and that was causing immune system to attack thyroid. Once started probiotics and selenium my thyroid started to settle down and function properly. Doesn't work for everyone but helped me.
Madison We are living the same life! Same work situations etc Praying for you . I am trying to focus on me for a change and it is slowly changing forthe better. My vitamin d was 4! May want to check yours out as well?
So actually when I had my vitamin levels checked after being diagnosed, I found out my vitamin D was at a 5!! It was the lowest my doctor had ever seen. I think this deficiency was causing more of the fatigue and weakness than the Hashimotos. I hope you find a better job soon!
Also if synthroid isn't working for you ask your doctor about other medications like armor thyroid or cytomel, they have t3 and that usually helps the most with the harsh symptoms
Have had hashimoto’s for a few years. Not that big a deal, pretty common. Take your meds, keep your levels in check, eat healthy, exercise, meditate to keep stress down. It ain’t going away, no matter what you eat, so relax, life is short. You’re too young to be complaining, I’m 40 and run 2 miles a day. I got full blown Hashimoto’s. Chill, you’re freaking yourself out. Best of luck on your journey.
I felt this too, I was just diagnosed 2 days ago. My doctor kept telling me my test was find, kept telling her I was tired all the time, hair falling out, she said try collagen. This has been going on for 3 years. I decided to tell her I want to see a specialist, thyroid doctor.
I'm sorry to hear that but I'm glad you were finally diagnosed! Hair loss is super common but I haven't experienced that much - at least once I started medication years ago.
Wow im glad your video popped up. I have a carbohydrate processing disorder, got ut fm eating only msg packed ramen noodles for a year, then i got type 2 diabetes and could figure out why suddenly my a1c would not lower thought i was doing keto and low carb diet.(Which it worked before as u beat it 5 times before, i kept going back to old eating) And a few days ago dx with hashimotos. Tested pos for a ana in blood work. Conventional Drs dont work. Functional ones do. Started taking sea kelp, vit d3, k2, zinc and potassium. Just cut wheat/ gluten out and cut down on dairy. A autoimmune book by dr amy myers is what im currently reading.
Thanks for sharing! It's great that you're already reading and learning about Hashimoto's so soon after getting diagnosed. Figuring out what works for you is so important. Best wishes!
@@madisonelizabeth51295 it was helpful. I’ve been diagnosed with Hashimoto since 2015 known there was an issue since I had My Daughter in 2004. Now they did some sort of bloodwork and they think I have a second auto immune condition and it doesn’t matter. I mean, I’ve done the restrictive diets. I’ve done the exercising. I’ve tried meditating in the stress stuff. It’s just no change. Currently I still work out at least 30 minutes every single day I’m always tired. My body is achy. I can barely right anymore. It hurts so bad when I try to write. For some reason, lifting weights doesn’t hurt just those spine motor skills so I think carpal tunnel but they said I don’t have carpal tunnel. I wish there was a doctor that I could afford that would do more than just throw a pill at me and say that should fix all my issues. I hope things have gotten better for you. People don’t understand how much this disease or whatever affects your body and your mind.
Animal fat and cholesterol are vital to balance hormone levels. Plant oils are not recognized as fat by the body. I'm not being a troll, I've seen so many improve on a animal based keto or carnivore diet.
My afib is almost in complete remission after going keto. I take iodine and all the other vitamins that are good for your heart, nervous systems and thyroid. Thyroid problems run in my family, so I just added the iodine recently.
I have HD also, my doctor refuses to medicate me, he said my levels are low but not low enough, so for now he said I just have to deal with it. I also have thyroid nodules same thing, wait and watch. I was told the medications don't really help by my doctor. He also said there is no scientific evidence that diet helps. I know ppl try different diets that may help. I am sure it varies person to person what may work. I have no family history of HD nor autoimmune. I have been the one out of my family who has has all the health issues, lucky me! Also had to have a hystorectomy 😢 last summer, I was heartbroken as I wanted children. This disease has been so awful and has caused me a miserable life. I know ppl have it worse like cancer, they thought I had it but I did not. HD is awful, so many health issues and symptoms. I live with it daily. Brain fog, 24 hour tiredness, weight fluctuations etc etc...I feel for anyone who has this😮
Hi! I'm so sorry to hear you are going through this. If possible, I HIGHLY recommend going to a different endocrinologist or even a functional medicine doctor for a second opinion because it doesn't sound like they are listening to your concerns. It's also concerning that they say that medicine doesn't help when it's necessary for most people with HD. Early intervention can make a difference long-term. For me, I would still feel very sick without my medicine even with the other lifesyle factors I've adopted. Before starting treatment, I was barely able to get through the day with horrible fatigue and exhaustion. Wishing you all the best!
@@madisonelizabeth51295 thank you🤍 I wish you all the best! I will look into that, are you on any special diets? Do you have any helpful tips that can help? I am following your channel also! Ty for making this content
Sorry you've gone through a lot. I found on RUclips Dr Rajat Gupta, he also has Hasimoto and struggled to get other Drs help him. He totally agrees the medication doesn't work, watch his RUclips. I binged on it all weekend to learn. I've ordered his book. X
@@IntegrityMeansAll bloated. Food remaining in my stomach for hours after eating causing indigestion. Hair breakages. Tiredness. Night terrors and panic attacks. I thought I can’t live like this. I was put on a small dose of Levothyroxine and have been much better, but I can still have disturbing dreams.
@@AJ-hi9fd really?That’s a very very small amount, I’m suprised it made such a difference to you? Most people with hypothyroidism take much higher doses even if they still have their thyroid but you removed it altogether & only take 25mg of Levothyroxine? Or another medic.?
I have never had thyroid anti bodies pop up in my blood work. Two years ago I began to notice weight loss and hair fall, I was also losing lashes. I felt lethargic. My doctors thought it was all in my head. They did thyroid labs, my thyroid antibodies were elevated. My doctor said these antibodies confirm hashimotos. However, my blood work was considered normal so I couldn't get meds. Then in a month I gained 18 lbs. My doctors couldn't explain it. Fast forward for today. My lashes are barely there. My hair is thinning out. I feel tired like extremely tired. Idk what to do. I already have an autoimmune disorder. I am open to any advice.
Just ordered choline silica complex for hair growth…hopefully it works. I’m also completely gluten free and trying to only eat Whole Foods and limit dairy.
So sorry for the delayed response (I needed to take some time away from RUclips) but I hate to hear you are going through this. Not all doctors are dismissive, but so many are, making it challenging when you first get diagnosed. If possible, can you find another doctor who will listen to your concerns? The symptoms you are describing would likely be helped with medication. Many people in the wellness space are critical of medication but I look at it as another tool in the toolbox. Medicine didn't make all of my symptoms go away but it definitely helped in many ways. Also, please check your Vitamin D levels!!! After I was diagnosed with Hashis, I found out my Vitamin D levels were EXTREMELY low which was making me so tired and weak. I think this was the main case of fatigue over the Hashis. Take care!
I will say that I discovered that meat was the only thing that didn’t bother me in 2017/2018, so I decided to stick with it and felt so much better.. but getting my T3 mono-therapy (cytomel) dose down proved to be more difficult..I have to eat at a certain time everyday and intermittent fast to (I take multiple doses per day) get my dose to work. It has changed my life forever. I wish I went carnivore years ago-because I don’t think I would have ended up with hypothyroidism. Pregnancy definitely pushed my body over the edge :/
I believe you because I’ve felt like I’m dying for many years and now I’m getting older and adding aging pain. Not sure what it is but could be hashimato. Transferred to a new VA Clinic where I can get an in person visit instead of video calls and am hoping to get a more serious Doctor.
@ TY. I have my diagnosis now and it’s Lyme disease and mold toxicity. I’m working with Judy Cho and feel good about some real improvement with the protocol she has for me.
Please make more videos on what all you have done to improve your symptoms. I am really struggling with food. They say that gluten is bad, but even millets do not suit me. I am really confused what to eat. Also did you cut dairy completely? And any other food sensitivity that you have ? Like peanuts or nuts?? Coz I have tried Brazil nuts and they gave me migriane.
Hi! Thank you for your comment. I'm planning on making more videos very soon! After spending years on various Hashimoto's discussion threads, it seems like gluten and dairy are the most common triggers for people (the same goes for pretty much all autoimmune diseases). However, for example, some people can't tolerate any grains, or some people have trouble with nightshades -- the intolerances vary from person to person. The best thing to do is work with a nutritionist or other professional and do an elimination diet to determine what does and does not work for you. I cut out dairy almost completely about 5 years ago when I started eating a plant based diet. However, 2 years ago, I found out I'm allergic to it, so I've made sure to avoid it since then. :)
People keep asking me what my symptoms are the only thing I could say is “ I feel like I'm dying” or that my body is attacking itself its not something someone could understand who doesnt struggle with this disease
I'm so sorry to hear that but you're not alone in this! I started feeling a lot better when I got put on the right medication dose. Then I had the energy to begin making other lifestyle changes. It's a journey!
I couldn't relate more to you when you asked the doctor if there was any other option than the pills. My doctor said i had to be on the pills for the rest of my life to and when i asked if there is anything i can change diet wise she immediately disregarded the question and was no the pills are the only option. I took the pills for maybe 2.5 to 3 years and then just one day stopped I never felt a difference while being on them so why should i continue taking them was my logic. For me diet changes did help, it didnt completely heal me but put me in a better position than i was previously in. These doctors i swear just want to profit selling the perscriptions.
Fooling you now… recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism but now be on set I believe after Covid vaccines. I’m being referred to endocrinologist but it’s a 4 month waiting list! I can’t swallow. My beck is so big. But the feeling of age and dying I can completely relate to
How do they tell the difference between hypothyroidism and hashi? I think doctors just assume . Mine did a regular thyroid test and then said well it's probably hashimotos. I don't call it hashimotos
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough hormones. Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that's the most common cause of hypothyroidism. Some people with hypothyroidism have Hashis but it's not "diagnosed" by their doctor. Hopefully that helps!
I got fired 5 months ago, they said I wasn't giving my 100%. I didn't understand anything. Last month I found out I have hypothyroidism, I'm on medication but I have constant headaches 😢
@@madisonelizabeth51295thank you so much for your time, my vitamins are fine. Hope in time I will get the correct dosage of the medicine and get rid of headaches.
Doctors say you can feel great after some months, but in my experience it’s really a placebo. You keep thinking you feel great, but it’s not until years later that you finally start to feel normal, and even then you’ll still have days or weeks of pain and misery as if you’re a cancer patient or dying. I’ve learned that doctors are all completely clueless. Taking levo is just like exercise… you can lift weights for some weeks, but you won’t see results until it’s been a few years, and even then you’ll have to really push yourself to see serious results. (That being said, in my observation Hashimoto’s prevents muscle gain.) And diet goes the same way… you’ll have to spend years, and even then you can do everything ‘right’ and still consume foods with pesticides and chemicals that your body is extremely sensitive to…. even chemicals that convert testosterone to estrogen, etc…. we live in a world where “organic” is considered a premium and poisons and dangerous oils and excessive sugar are too widely accepted. I eat very healthy, but I still have days and weeks, even full months, of different pain and suffering. Some times I just want to die, and the vast majority of people don’t and can’t understand this…. it’s like being a cancer patient or miserable elderly person sometimes… after ooh I don’t know how long it’s been anymore… almost a decade or more, I can confirm Levo is *NOT ENOUGH* and the doctors won’t and can’t do anything to help unless you’re willing to go too far and destroy your brain with drugs that will destroy you. Sometimes they’ll offer things to help your failing organs, but of course it’s thyroid related so you’ll never know what to do besides spend too much money to still be miserable. I’m alcohol free, rarely have a homemade sugar desert, and I’ve tried gluten free and felt best when I was gluten free. I’ve learned that fatty meats keep me feeling the best, and avoiding high carbs helps too. In addition to GF, I tried being dairy free and even went grain free, but it seemed my body was craving grains because things only got worse. Added grains back to my diet and felt much better, slowly reintroduced gluten and I try to keep gluten to a minimum and haven’t had too many issues. I would still heavily consider abandoning at least most gluten, especially from processed items. I’ve also learned that coffee is very destructive. I never drank coffee before but slowly introduced it and it was awful! If you choose to drink coffee, never drink until 90 minutes after waking up properly, and flip-flip (meaning 90 minutes after waking you drink coffee for up to 90 minutes and then avoid coffee for 90 minutes, and keep repeating that pattern) at 90 minute intervals from there and avoid midway through your day. I highly recommend avoiding literally anything you can eat or buy outside of organic groceries: avoid all food stands, even restaurants (and yes, I’m including very high-end and expensive restaurants), and never eat items with bread nor sugar nor cheese unless you make it yourself and know the ingredients are correctly sourced and so on. You even need to be careful about where your meat comes from, as some places will feed their animals with poisoned grass or give them chlorinated water, etc. Basically, you want to abolish Big Brother’s reign of FDA approved garbage. Anything that has been sprayed (poisoned) or injected (poisoned) or modified (poisoned) etc, should not enter your body, and you’ll feel leagues better. Obviously I can’t do this 100% just yet as work is in the way, but I’m getting there and do my best and it’s helped a lot in the last 6 months. Remember that whatever enters you, affects your biome. Yes, we are meant to eat other things like dirt or the rare contaminant like a dog hair, it won’t hurt you, but we primarily consume foods that never should have been corporate/government-controlled to begin with.
@ As an update, I’ve begun to slightly reintroduce cheeses, and things are going well. I try my best to avoid common cheeses that are known to be frowned upon by people who truly care about their health. Cheese won’t be a regular part of my diet, but more of a blue-moon occasion.
My issue is i feel im dying also, and im told im hypo but all my labs are in range, can i get your opinion? My free t3 is 2.3 , and i just feel horrible. Functional says that i am hypo, with "in range labs" by medical standards
Hi! While I can't give any medical advice, what I can suggest is getting a second opinion from another doctor if your current doctor is not listening to you when you say you're feeling bad. Sometimes labs can be "within range" but that doesn't mean you feel ok. Have you have other blood testing done by chance? Around the time I was diagnosed, I also found out I was extremely deficient in Vitamin D and had very low iron - both of which can make you feel super sick. From what I've read, low Vitamin D levels are pretty common in Hashimoto's patients. I hope you feel better soon!
@madisonelizabeth51295 thanks Elizabeth, I got my d up to 40 and my ferretin up to 60 and iron 90 but i know that's not ideal. Did you get yours up? I just have this low t3 it's like 2.3 and it never gets above there so I think my body is so slow and tired with it like that. A fucntional I saw said I was hypo even in range so I should be on np but im.scared to take the med
Going from hypothyroidism to hashimoto's can be a matter of time. My antibodies didn't show up for four years after I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. It's different for others though.
What is the root cause of Hashimoto's disease? It is caused by a reaction of the immune system against the thyroid gland. The disease begins slowly. It may take months or even years for the condition to be detected and for thyroid hormone levels to become lower than normal. Hashimoto disease is most common in people with a family history of thyroid disease. Why is Hashimoto's hard to diagnose? The disease does not cause any pain and often goes unnoticed for years. This, and the fact that it can present with various combinations of symptoms, makes diagnosis difficult. Hashimoto's belly? Hashimoto's Belly refers to people who have this disease experiencing painful bloating, usually caused by the GI tract filling with gas. It may be confused with weight gain, but the bloating can eventually go down on its own. What does a Hashimoto's flare-up feel like? When Hashimoto's thyroiditis flares up, you may begin to feel some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism. These can include things like: fatigue. aches and pains in your muscles and joints. When should you suspect Hashimoto's? You may not have any symptoms early on, even if thyroid antibodies are detected in your blood tests. In some cases, the inflammation can cause your thyroid gland to become bigger than normal (goiter), which may cause neck discomfort, pressure or difficulty swallowing. What are the warning signs of Hashimoto's? If Hashimoto's disease leads to hypothyroidism, it can cause the following symptoms over time: - Tiredness (fatigue), lethargy and excessive sleeping. - Mild weight gain. - Constipation. - Dry skin. - Feeling cold. - Slower-than-normal heart rate (bradycardia). - Joint stiffness and muscle pain. - Dry, brittle hair; slow hair growth; or hair loss. - Low or depressed mood. - Puffy eyes and face. - Memory problems or difficulty concentrating. - Heavy or irregular periods. - Decreased libido (sex drive). - Female infertility or male infertility. The disease is commonly misdiagnosed because the signs and symptoms are non-specific and can be easily mistaken for other health issues like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Hashimoto's disease may exhibit vague symptoms in its earlier phases because it develops gradually. What test confirms Hashimoto's disease? Thyroid antibody tests are used to check for different thyroid antibodies that affect your thyroid in different ways. These antibodies include: Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb). High levels of these antibodies are a sign that Hashimoto's disease is causing hypothyroidism. How to diagnose Hashimoto's vs hypothyroidism? Blood tests are also critical in diagnosis. Clinicians will often use a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test as part of initial testing. Often, if your TSH is higher than normal and your FT4 is lower than normal, this typically indicates hypothyroidism. Positive antibodies indicates Hashimoto's. What happens if Hashimoto's is left untreated? If left untreated, hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto disease can lead to serious complications: Goiter, which can interfere with swallowing or breathing. Heart problems such as enlarged heart or heart failure. Mental health issues such as depression, decreased sexual desire, slowed mental functioning. If Hashimoto's is left untreated, complications can be life-threatening. Because the hormones produced by the thyroid are so vital to the body's functions, untreated Hashimoto's can lead to serious and even life-threatening complications.
hey have you considered trying the carnivore diet? many people have healed from hashimoto's and hypothyroidism on the carnivore diet. I can really relate to what you said about you asking your doctor if food could be a factor or reason of your issue and then they laughed in your face. I have had the exact same thing happen when I was sick with autoimmunity. They laughed in my face and told me it was ridiculous. Now I have healed my psoriasis with food alone and almost fully healed my hashimoto's too on the carnivore diet. They told me i would be on medication for the rest of my life, yet here we are, no medication at all :) We are not alone in this, many people have healed themselves with food alone, specifically the carnivore diet is a very healing and nutrient dense elimination diet. all the best 🙏🏼
Hi! I can't remember if I mentioned it in this video but I was actually plant-based/vegan for years (before getting sick) for a variety of reasons. In the last two years, I have reintroduced wild caught seafood into my diet to add more protein variety. All that said, transitioning to a carnivore diet is not something I'm personally interested in (right now), but I've heard some people have found success which is great. I'm not saying eating that way is bad or eating mostly plant-based is "healthier" it's just my personal preference! IMO what's most important is for people to take the time to figure out what works best for them and their conditions through an elimination diet(s). Unfortunately, most conventional medicine doctors are not helpful in this area. I'm so glad to hear that you are doing better now and are medicine free - that's great!!
Hi! I know your question is directed at the comment above but I just wanted to confirm that I have no personal experience with the carnivore diet. So, I can't be helpful there! I think an elimination diet with a professional is the best first step though
I actually cut out dairy a few years before I was diagnosed. And then I found out during allergy testing that I’m allergic to it, so I don’t consume it at all!
No pop not even diet, less sugar but not elimate. Ive always had some form of activity and as soon as I got a sit down job. Drinking soda not eating right is when I went hypothyroidism. Exercise is important. Dont claim hashimotos,! exercise but not over do it. Cut out some stuff.
Very possible! I believe I have some level of histamine intolerance when it comes to fermented food and drinks. I read a while back that those with thyroid disorders are more susceptible to histamine intolerance so it may be all connected. Thanks for commenting!
Do people with Hashimoto's have a leaky gut? Gut dysbiosis is often found in those with thyroid disease, like Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease. Poor gut health may impair thyroid function and poor thyroid function can contribute to inflammation and 'leaky gut. What are the gut issues with Hashimoto's disease? Hashimoto disease, the most common cause of hypothyroidism, may be associated with an esophageal motility disorder presenting as dysphagia or heartburn. Dyspepsia, nausea, or vomiting may be due to delayed gastric emptying. How to heal your gut in Hashimoto's? Nutritional Strategies for Supporting Gut and Thyroid Health. While there are many diets marketed to help heal Hashimoto's disease, evidence currently points to an anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet that emphasizes the intake of micronutrients important for thyroid health, such as selenium, iron, zinc, and iodine. How do you get rid of Hashimoto's belly? - Losing weight with Hashimoto's can be especially difficult given the thyroid's direct role on metabolism. - Check Your Medications. ... - Reduce Added Sugars and Refined Starches. - Load Up on Protein and Vegetables. - Get More Selenium, Zinc and Iodine from Food. - Removing Gluten from Your Diet. - Try Removing Dairy from Your Diet. - Commit to Regular Physical Activity. Additional Tips to Losing Weight with Hashimoto’s Here are a few more tips to help you lose weight with Hashimoto’s: - Get a good night’s sleep: Poor quality sleep is just as bad as a poor diet when it comes to keeping your weight under control. People who get little sleep tend to weigh significantly more than those who get at least 7-8 hours per night. - Stay hydrated: Water can do far more than quench your thirst. It can also help you eat fewer calories, especially if you drink up to 16 oz (475 mls) before meals. - Practice portion control: There are many tricks to cutting back on your portion sizes, like simply using smaller plates and cutlery. The bigger your plate, the more you’ll likely consume. Following each of these steps above can help you successfully lose weight with Hashimoto’s-even if it seems impossible. Just remember to stay patient as your body starts to gradually respond to these dietary and lifestyle changes. Should you cut out gluten if you have Hashimoto's? Researchers observed the gluten-free diet group had reduced thyroid antibody titers, as well as slightly increased 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels after six months. This suggests a gluten-free diet can yield clinical results for those with Hashimoto's. Can probiotics help Hashimoto's? Can probiotics help with symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroiditis? Probiotics have been shown to have beneficial effects on thyroid function¹. Additionally, it is not uncommon for Hashimoto's thyroiditis to coexist with both celiac disease and non-celiac wheat sensitivity.
3:01 you’re being dramatic. You have a great life. There’s ppl struggling to find shelter and food-you’re more than ok and you’re a million miles from “dying”.
Hi - at the time I was referring to in the video, my health was in such a bad place that I felt like I was dying and figured something was very wrong. When your thyroid isn't working properly, it affects the entire body. I'm very aware I live a privileged life compared to most of the world but that doesn't mean I wasn't extremely sick in the past
I was just diagnosed 1 month ago, and let me tell you that it is not dramatic to say it feels like dying. I had edema up to my knees, raised liver enzymes then back to normal, swollen kidneys that ached for months, chest pain/heart palpitations, arthritis-like pain in most of joints that sometimes made me immobile, my period twice month, exhaustion like I've never felt, and the worst part was the cognitive issues: memory loss, no focus, confusion, depression. No one could figure it out, I kept going to different doctors. Finally an older doctor caught it because she knew that Hashimoto's can give a false T4. I honestly believe she saved my life. I have an adult daughter with disabilities, and I was beginning to really question if I would be able to keep taking care of her. We're ok now 💖
@@audradurkee1435 I'm SO sorry to hear you went through all that, but I'm glad to hear you are doing better now! I hope your health continues to improve!
Do you have Hashimotos? I do and have for the last 22 years and can 1000% relate to everything she has said she struggles with. It’s a hormonal disorder which causes depression and mood swings which I can personally attest to having struggled with most of my life. Do you know how many times I’ve struggled to feel well enough to function? I’ve also felt like my body was constantly betraying me no matter what I do. The attack is on every system of your body so when you have an intense flare, it can feel incredibly overwhelming and painful. Just because some suffer worse doesn’t make her pain invalid. I pray God gives you compassion.
This sounds exactly like my story! I kept assuming it was menopause and it was rough. Breathing was even an issue. No support from my doctor either about dietary recommendations. On synthroid and gluten free and it’s keeping my antibodies down. Thanks for sharing. Continue to advocate for yourself and research! I liked your comment about alcohol. Even if I have 1-2 drinks I feel yucky so it was good to hear that I’m not alone.
Hi all! Thanks for the support on this video. I've made two follow-ups videos on the following topics:
Mistakes I made when diagnosed (and what to do instead): ruclips.net/video/eO8TfW6dgOo/видео.html
My Diet, supplements, and lifestyle choices: ruclips.net/video/HDsJmO9dcWY/видео.html
Hi Madison, I’m dealing with Hashimoto’s and understand what a struggle it is. I find it hard to talk about with others because I don’t look sick and I don’t want to be seen as someone who complains. But it is a terrible disease and has been a 30 year challenge for me to find treatments to feel better. I’m currently focusing on nutritional strategies and supplements to try to reverse or at least halt the progression of the disease. I’m glad you started this channel. Others need to be educated and all of us who deal with it can support each other.
Thank you so much for watching! Living with an “invisible illness” can be so challenging because others just can’t understand what we’re experiencing. I hope you have people in your corner who support you, though! I’m not where I want to be health wise, but nutrition, supplements, and trying to live as stress free as possible has made a huge difference for me. Wishing you the best!
Great effort
From Pakistan my husband is a hashimoto patient
Isabella Wentz is my favorite source for hashimotos since she personally had Hashimotos as a pharmacist and is in remission. She shares a ton of holistic information as well as science based. Praying for your health & recovery sister!!! 💕🙏🏼
Thanks so much! And I love Isabella Wentz! She's such a great resource.
Thank you for your video. I got the diagnosis of hypothyroidism two years ago in September, and just this past January got the Hashimoto's diagnosis. (My TSH was 78. My doctor thought I should probably be feeling so bad I'd be in the ICU. I felt fine. It was weird.)
She gave me a Levo prescription then, but I wanted to figure out the answer on my own, so I continued my research. My history is that I cured my own leaky gut in 2008 with L-glutamine; in 2017 I went on keto and eliminated all grains and sugars and seed oils and lost a lot of weight; menopause for me hit somewhere after 2010, I think, and by 2014 my midsection was bigger than it had ever been before, so I wanted to lose that. Now that I've been on keto for so long, I had assumed that I would have been nice and trim at the waist, but no.
Getting the Hashimoto's diagnosis answered some questions but raised others. Did my long-term keto diet cause this? I'm still not sure I have the answer to that.
Recently I watched a Dr. Berg video (something like "the one nutrient that will cure depression" -- it's not obvious that this video is about yogurt) where he's interviewing a Dr. Davis, the author of Wheat Belly. If you've ever had leaky gut, it sounds like that would be a good book to read. I haven't read that yet. Dr. Davis' new area of interest is l. reuteri and making l. reuteri yogurt. This is fascinating. There are so many benefits to consuming l. reuteri yogurt, so I started researching l. reuteri plus Hashimoto's in the medical literature. It's a fairly new area of study.
There is research showing that the reason the thyroid gland gets attacked and destroyed is because of what's going on in the gut. And to reduce inflammation, to stop the attacks, you have to heal the gut. So...is healing the gut going to improve my Hashimoto's condition?
I found this as the "conclusion" paragraph in a 2020 paper on PubMed, the medical website; paper is titled *Thyroid-Gut-Axis: How Does the Microbiota Influence Thyroid Function?*
_There is accumulating data that a strong thyroid-gut axis exists. It appears to display a not well known but important correlation regarding the effect of the gut bacteria on the immune system and thyroid function. Furthermore, there is higher prevalence of the coexistence of thyroid and gut related diseases, just as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis/Graves’ Disease and Celiac Disease/Non-celiac wheat sensitivity. Dysbiosis is a common finding in thyroid disorders. On the one hand, it alters the immune response by promoting inflammation and reducing immune tolerance, damaging the intestinal membrane and causing an increase in intestinal permeability, which again leads not only to a high exposure of antigens, but also local inflammation. On the other hand, it can directly impact thyroid hormone levels through its own deiodinase activity and the inhibition of TSH. Gut microbiota also influences the absorption of minerals that are important to the thyroid, including iodine, selenium, zinc, and iron. All of them are essential for thyroid function and there is a clear link between thyroid dysfunction and altered levels of these minerals. For example, iodine deficiency may lead to goiter, presumably thyroid nodules, and even follicular thyroid cancer. High iodine intake can either induce hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism in susceptible patients. Iron is essential for bacterial growth, iron availability influences the composition of the microbiota, and at the same time, the microbiota influences iron availability. Iron is vital for efficient iodine utilization and thyroid hormone synthesis and ID could cause thyroid disorders, including impaired thyroid hormone synthesis, storage, and secretion._
Anyway, so after listening to the Dr. Berg interview with Dr. Davis, and at the end of the video Dr. Berg shows how to make l. reuteri yogurt, I ordered the yogurt maker, the inulin (to feed the bacteria), the l. reuteri capsules, and just finished up my second batch of l. reuteri homemade yogurt. One of the benefits of l. reuteri yogurt is supposed to be weight loss; another one is strengthening bones; and being a 67-year-old female, this is interesting to me. I'm going to do this for at least a year.
I realize that the first side effects (intestinal ick) will be the body's assimilation of the l. reuteri little guys in there, and it's going to take a bit of time for everybody to get happy. So far I can't say that I have lost weight or feel much different. One thing I will say, however, is that I got COVID for the first time this past July, and suddenly I started craving sugars and carbs, and gave into the craving. Once starting l. reuteri yogurt, that sugar craving is going away again.
I'll test it out myself to see if healing the gut then heals the thyroid. It makes sense to me.
I'm also taking my own basal body temperature every morning before getting out of bed. I've noticed (I started taking NP Thyroid and Thytrophin PMG in September) that my body temperature is slightly warmer than it was a year ago. That's another good sign that my metabolism is very gradually improving.
I'm doing red light therapy on my throat in the mornings, whenever I have time/remember to do this. I bought a little red light band that has a timer I can set for 20 minutes for the lights (650nm/840nm, or something close to that) to wrap around my throat with velcro on each end, to shine on my throat directly. I barely feel it. I think that's helping too. And I'm considering getting a red light blanket (near infrared, I think?) to make me sweat every night, now that it's getting colder.
And of course I'm taking all kinds of supplements (zinc, selenium, B vitamins, iodine every now and then, and Vitamin D/K2 -- at least 10,000 IU/day), and watch all kinds of doctors (Westin Childs, Anshul Gupta) about what their recommendations are.
One thing I've noticed: I don't feel like I want to just come home and go to bed right away like I used to after work, like I literally have no energy left for anything -- I do feel more energetic now; and I'm not as frozen all the time like I used to be.
Coffee is my downfall, I suppose; now I drink coffee only at least an hour after taking NP thyroid, which I do first thing in the morning.
I'll be getting my next round of blood tests on Wednesday and see my doctor via Telehealth in a couple more weeks. We'll see how I'm doing.
I did manage to bring my 78 TSH in January down to 43, then down to 16 most recently...so I'm not there yet, but I'm on the right track.
Thank you for sharing all of this with me! The info on gut health was particularly interesting as that's something I've been working on lately.
It's also great you're figuring out what works best for you and I wish you the best in your healing journey!
Thank you for making this video! I was diagnosed 2 years ago and it's been such a struggle. I have cried many tears, you are not alone. We really have to advocate for ourselves.
Thank you for watching! It's such a common disease but yet it can feel so isolating, especially at the beginning. Agree 1000% on advocating for ourselves. I hope you are starting to feel better!
You're very selfless for making this video! I was recently diagnosed with Hashimotos about 5months ago and it's been rough. However, the more I learned about it and learned how important it is to eliminate certain foods, the better I felt. My mood got better, the brain fog improved, I truly have seen an improvement. I still struggle with bouts of fatigue but I'm grateful that on a whole, my health has improved. With that said, I just want to encourage you and say that it can definitely get better. Not perfect but better.
Thank you for your comment and the encouragement! The first year of my diagnosis was very rough for me as well so I empathize with you. However, I'm so glad to hear that you're figuring out what works for you!
Just out of curiosity, did you find that removing gluten improved your symptoms?
@@madisonelizabeth51295 I did actually. It has helped, I wouldn't say it's full proof but yes, removing gluten and cutting way down on sugar has helped. Here's the thing, I love sugar so if I'm stressed out guess what I wanna run to, dessert! I find ways though to be disciplined but once in a while enjoy something sweet. So I'll chose a dark chocolate bar and by doing that it keeps me from falling off the wagon if you will.
You hit the nail on the head when you described it as an "invisible disease". It's such in internal war inside your body that no one can "see" but we sure feel it. Both physically, mentally and emotionally. Atleast the more we learn about it the better equipped we are to cope. And we truly have to advocate for ourselves because unless someone has it as well, they'll never fully understand the struggle. Videos like yours help tremendously. Atleast for me it's like a boost of encouragement to keep going and don't let the bad days over take you. 🙏❤️
@@madisonelizabeth51295did you notice any strong under arm odor?
Did you notice any strong under arm odor?
Hi Madison, Thank you so much for your post. I'm just going through this. I've work in a highly Toxic environment for 1yr & half under chronic stress not only with work, searching and applying for jobs, stressful as well. I started putting on weight not normal for me, I've always been high protein low carb, no processed foods, 1 glass of wine if out to dinner on the weekend pretty rare since this year. I spend my weekends in bed to fully rest as you mentioned I have servere fatigued, totally exhausted. Live on my own and just crash as doon as i get home from work. Get to sleep fine but wake up at 3 4,5am wide awake overthinking then have to be up for. I went to my Dr's x3 different ones innthe practice and said I know somethings wrong. I was told, stress, depressed.....I pushed for a CT and abdominal US as my tummy looked 5mths preg all clear. I mentioned thyroid each time, they just did basic TSH, I then went back after seeing a post here ON by someone to get TSH T4 T3 REVERSE T4 ..results thyroglobulin Ab 6.5 H, told to redo another in Dec to see, meanwhile doing my own research. Found Dr Gupta on here, a MD & Functional Med who himself suffered & his own profession stuffed him around. He's fantastic. I've just ordered his book. Dr didn't diagnose me with anything..so frustrating. Let's help each other. Thk you. I'm here to support you too! From Australia
Thank you for sharing your story. My son is 19, he will be 20 in two weeks. At age 11 he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes which is also an autoimmune disease. It is very common for T1Da to develop a secondary autoimmune disease. This last summer he was diagnosed with Hashimotos. His numbers are OK. They are fluctuating between normal and just over the edge. He is experiencing fatigue and each morning he wakes up drenched in sweat and freezing cold. I mean chilled to his bones. When he asked his endo about a diet he too just brushed us offend said therewillnothing that will do. His endo is amazing. But when it comes to his hashimotos we were disappointed. Since his numbers are going back and forth on his blood work he is also not being put on any medication yet. So we are going to try the anti-inflammatory diet. I take medication for hypothyroidism myself. I was started on meds in Ocotber 2022. I hope this diet will help both of us. It can't hurt so why not try. I look forward to seeing g your other videos. Going to watch now.
Thank you for watching! I've heard that T1D and Hashimotos are very common together. I hope your son feels better soon and that the anti-inflammatory diet is helpful.
Have you been checked for Hashimotos by chance? I just ask because it's the main cause of hypothyroidism. Wishing both you and your son the best!
I felt like dying too especially when some doctors chose stop my medication after two months because of my exercise addiction and past with eating disorder. They did big mistake there. My TSH elevated even higher and so did cortisol. I ended up losing so much muscle for hypothyroid myopathy or just simply by high cortisol, that my daily life became painful and very hard. Now I have some pinced nerves because my weakned muscles couldn't keep up right posture anymore. This disease and mistakes in treatment have changed my whole life. I just wish it will get better some day. I've been remedicated 3-4 months now and fighting to get back to my life.
DHEA drops as cortisol rises and has to be balanced. Once I went in DHEA my cortisol dropped and fatigue lessened. Mine was at 80.
I'm so sorry to hear you've been through all this. Wishing you all the best in your healing journey!
I've been on synthyroid for a long time, and the side effects got really bad. I had terrible muscle pain. Fell from muscle seizing the other day. Insomnia had me in tears. Hair loss was so upsetting. I was cleaning my hairbrush from lumps of hair every week and my hair is now extremely thin. I am now doing supplements designed for thyroid health that contain, selenium, magnesium, iodine, B vitamins, and others. I am feeling so much better. In two days the muscle pain has gone and I'm sleeping again.
Thank you for sharing! I'm so sorry to hear you were going through that. Hashimoto's is such an individual journey and I'm glad to hear you have found what works for you!
Which supplement is this? I'm glad you're feeling better
Id like to know too but probably wont write back @sabz2723
Iodine is still a contentious issue. Stress seems to increase our inflammation. My autoantibodies are constantly elevated. I can barely walk from fatigue and muscle pain.
Ask your doc about the non synthetic med that is popular,
I was diagnosed in 2007 and went hypo in 2011. Ever since being put on thyroid medication I have gotten worse, every single year I’m on it is worse than the other. I have no energy, I hurt from head to toe all the time, gut is tore up and has been for years, heart palpitations, short of breath, exercise intolerance, eat so little to the point I’m malnourished yet stay heavy or gain weight … I’ve lost my ability to exercise, be social, work physical jobs. Do anything basically. Doctors think the pill cures all the issues, I’m referred to as a mystery patient and no one can help me. Hate to break it to everyone, it doesn’t get better. Only hope is you on your own find something that works for you. Doctors are useless. This disease can also manifest from severe emotional and mental trauma, those who have experienced severe narcissistic abuse seem to develop issues like this. The trauma changes your body. I’ve always said I feel like what I’d expect a 85+ yo on their death bed to feel like. Glad to hear someone else say it.
Your right about everything me and my sister going threw this now we say the exact same things and I hope that everyone finds the answers are looking for and I don’t know if you believe in God and I know what time it gets hard and we just wanna say what’s the point but prayer goes a long way, and I pray that everyone finds healing, and I pray that he touches all of our lives and renewal of my body in spirit don’t give up on God nor on yourself please don’t get mad I hope everyone starts to find relief and feel better
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Thank you for watching and I'm so sorry to read about your experience. You are not alone in this and I hope you will find the support you need soon!
Have you tried functional/integrative (non-MDs) by chance? They're typically more equipped to determine root causes. I know they're not as accessible, unfortunately. Wishing you the best!
100% you are spot on. I thought I was dying too, you explained it so well. It took everything away from me.. I could not wash my hair, I ended up having to shave it because it was so tangled. The only thing that helped was carnivore.
I'm so glad to hear you found something that worked for you!
thank you❤❤
I hope people know the seriousness of this disease.😤😥
Thank you for watching! Wishing you the best.
Best of luck with your Hashimoto journey!
Thank you so much!
I am with you, feeling so bad. My thyroid doctor said most women have Hashimoto.
Diet is EVERYTHING ❤
Agreed! If I don’t eat anything , I get better, but obviously I can’t starve myself to death 😂
Absolutely!!
I’m dealing with it too. Went off medication to natural sources and diet and felt great. Got really stressed and it hit me again. Started getting heart palpitations again and felt panic and anxiety. Did you have palpitations? I’m getting sleep and taking it easy for a few months. Vitamin C actually has helped the most. Everyone thinks it’s in my head, but they don’t get it. I just accepted my diet needs to be strict. Oh, they told me the same about medicine, it’s bs. I fixed it with meds, meds made me sick. No breads and no boooze for sure. Take walks, they help
Stress is a significant trigger for me too! Years ago, I did have some palpitation symptoms due to extreme anxiety but that hasn't been an issue in a while. I don't drink either but bread is so difficult to completely give up :(. Take care!
male, 37 here. thyroid issues for 8 years, officially diagnosed 4 years ago with hashimoto's. present day, alopecia is VERY severe and i've nearly thought just shaving my head. nodules in thyroid what not so something is VERY off for me now. i'm fully expecting bad news about my thyroid post biopsy now and i've got an endocrinologist appt asap after that talk. my life went from 'i feel meh' to 'this is very bad' and now expecting surgery and other clinical issues. hope your story wakes people up, if you don't feel good do some blood work and probably an ent/endo asap.
Thank you for sharing and I'm so sorry to hear you're going through this! I hope things get better soon. I totally agree with your point about listening to your body and seeking help if things seem "off"
@@madisonelizabeth51295 all good, unithroid now. we hope for a speedy recovery but now i'm bald and still have thyroid issues. fun times.
May God bless you!❤
Thank you! :)
Chronic autoimmune Hashimoto disease - 26 years now on medication- then I got covid 2019 - and my TSH been suppressed ever since- December 2023 hospitalised and diagnosed with another autoimmune 🦠- had 3 shots . I’m 64 🏴
So sorry to hear this! I hope you are doing better now!
I was diagnosed last year and it was like having a veil removed from over my eyes. (my very very sleepy eyes). Now that I am able to identfy triggers and flares I can really start to take care of myself. Great vid!
Thank you for watching! And I'm glad to hear you're figuring out what works/does not work for you. Feeling better with this disease can be so challenging. Wishing you well!
I lived in Dale City, Va growing up in the 70’s, went into the military and got stationed at the pentagon 1996. DC has changed so much
The Pentagon area is so built up now! I used to use that metro stop for one of my jobs.
The tiredness makes it even hard to breathe
I can totally relate! :(
Very interesting. I get winded so very easily and breathing often feels like too much work to bother with
Madison, I have been using Castor oil for my skin and hair. Queen Of The Throne is the castor oil I use.
Hi Madison, I am so glad I found your channel. I have really been struggling with my health and my doctor suspects I have stage 2 Hashimoto’s (I’m at the stage where my thyroid is still producing hormones but my thyroid antibodies are sooo high that are causing me so many awful symptoms). I cannot tell you how much it means to hear from someone who has gone through the same. Would love to connect with you via instagram/fb if you’d be happy too as I would love to ask you some questions. So much love, Maria x
Hi Maria! I'm glad to hear you found the video helpful and I'm so sorry to hear you're not feeling well. You're welcome to reach out on Instagram @madisonlinkrees - while I can't give any medical advice, I'm always happy to chat with others about what's worked for me! I'm not where I want to be health wise (it's a journey!) but like I said in the video, I'm definitely a lot better off than where I was a few years ago. :)
Omg how do you know or tell what stage you are. I've been having Hashis for 2 years now and I had no idea this was a thing.
Am always super hungry with this thyroid gland she don’t play fair always tired even if I had a full nights rest I always tell people that thyroid plays important factor in your body in I can agree it does make you feel like your going to die for me I don’t have a lot of energy the simplest things wears me out but am hoping I feel better soon and praying for you too 🦋
Thank you so much. I hope you feel better soon!
Welcome . and thank you🦋
Know how you felt, diagnosed under active then my body switched to over active, found out I had leaky gut and that was causing immune system to attack thyroid. Once started probiotics and selenium my thyroid started to settle down and function properly. Doesn't work for everyone but helped me.
Gut health is so important!
Thanks for sharing your story.
Thanks for listening!
Madison We are living the same life! Same work situations etc Praying for you . I am trying to focus on me for a change and it is slowly changing forthe better. My vitamin d was 4! May want to check yours out as well?
A 4?! You must of really felt like death! 😢
So actually when I had my vitamin levels checked after being diagnosed, I found out my vitamin D was at a 5!! It was the lowest my doctor had ever seen. I think this deficiency was causing more of the fatigue and weakness than the Hashimotos. I hope you find a better job soon!
Also if synthroid isn't working for you ask your doctor about other medications like armor thyroid or cytomel, they have t3 and that usually helps the most with the harsh symptoms
Yes! I wish doctors were more open about the various medication options out there
Have had hashimoto’s for a few years. Not that big a deal, pretty common. Take your meds, keep your levels in check, eat healthy, exercise, meditate to keep stress down. It ain’t going away, no matter what you eat, so relax, life is short. You’re too young to be complaining, I’m 40 and run 2 miles a day. I got full blown Hashimoto’s. Chill, you’re freaking yourself out. Best of luck on your journey.
I felt this too, I was just diagnosed 2 days ago. My doctor kept telling me my test was find, kept telling her I was tired all the time, hair falling out, she said try collagen. This has been going on for 3 years. I decided to tell her I want to see a specialist, thyroid doctor.
I'm sorry to hear that but I'm glad you were finally diagnosed! Hair loss is super common but I haven't experienced that much - at least once I started medication years ago.
Wow im glad your video popped up. I have a carbohydrate processing disorder, got ut fm eating only msg packed ramen noodles for a year, then i got type 2 diabetes and could figure out why suddenly my a1c would not lower thought i was doing keto and low carb diet.(Which it worked before as u beat it 5 times before, i kept going back to old eating) And a few days ago dx with hashimotos. Tested pos for a ana in blood work.
Conventional Drs dont work. Functional ones do. Started taking sea kelp, vit d3, k2, zinc and potassium. Just cut wheat/ gluten out and cut down on dairy. A autoimmune book by dr amy myers is what im currently reading.
Thanks for sharing! It's great that you're already reading and learning about Hashimoto's so soon after getting diagnosed. Figuring out what works for you is so important. Best wishes!
Thanks for sharing your story
Thank you for listening!
@@madisonelizabeth51295 it was helpful. I’ve been diagnosed with Hashimoto since 2015 known there was an issue since I had My Daughter in 2004. Now they did some sort of bloodwork and they think I have a second auto immune condition and it doesn’t matter. I mean, I’ve done the restrictive diets. I’ve done the exercising. I’ve tried meditating in the stress stuff. It’s just no change. Currently I still work out at least 30 minutes every single day I’m always tired. My body is achy. I can barely right anymore. It hurts so bad when I try to write. For some reason, lifting weights doesn’t hurt just those spine motor skills so I think carpal tunnel but they said I don’t have carpal tunnel. I wish there was a doctor that I could afford that would do more than just throw a pill at me and say that should fix all my issues. I hope things have gotten better for you. People don’t understand how much this disease or whatever affects your body and your mind.
Right now I am looking around for a Holistic doctor now. I have started taking the Vitamins this doctor online recommended for Hashimoto disease
The Institute for Functional Medicine's Find a Practitioner database is a helpful resource!
www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner/
I honestly thought I was at the end of my life too! That's exactly how I felt.
I'm so sorry - this condition is so challenging. Wishing you all the best!
Animal fat and cholesterol are vital to balance hormone levels. Plant oils are not recognized as fat by the body. I'm not being a troll, I've seen so many improve on a animal based keto or carnivore diet.
My afib is almost in complete remission after going keto. I take iodine and all the other vitamins that are good for your heart, nervous systems and thyroid. Thyroid problems run in my family, so I just added the iodine recently.
Thank you for sharing! From what I've heard, carnivore diets have helped many people w/ autoimmune diseases
I have HD also, my doctor refuses to medicate me, he said my levels are low but not low enough, so for now he said I just have to deal with it. I also have thyroid nodules same thing, wait and watch. I was told the medications don't really help by my doctor. He also said there is no scientific evidence that diet helps. I know ppl try different diets that may help. I am sure it varies person to person what may work. I have no family history of HD nor autoimmune. I have been the one out of my family who has has all the health issues, lucky me! Also had to have a hystorectomy 😢 last summer, I was heartbroken as I wanted children. This disease has been so awful and has caused me a miserable life. I know ppl have it worse like cancer, they thought I had it but I did not. HD is awful, so many health issues and symptoms. I live with it daily. Brain fog, 24 hour tiredness, weight fluctuations etc etc...I feel for anyone who has this😮
Hi! I'm so sorry to hear you are going through this. If possible, I HIGHLY recommend going to a different endocrinologist or even a functional medicine doctor for a second opinion because it doesn't sound like they are listening to your concerns. It's also concerning that they say that medicine doesn't help when it's necessary for most people with HD. Early intervention can make a difference long-term. For me, I would still feel very sick without my medicine even with the other lifesyle factors I've adopted. Before starting treatment, I was barely able to get through the day with horrible fatigue and exhaustion. Wishing you all the best!
@@madisonelizabeth51295 thank you🤍 I wish you all the best! I will look into that, are you on any special diets? Do you have any helpful tips that can help? I am following your channel also! Ty for making this content
diet helps , also sap from cedar tree, make pills out of it and drink it
Why are you telling my story?! I have the same symptoms
Sorry you've gone through a lot. I found on RUclips Dr Rajat Gupta, he also has Hasimoto and struggled to get other Drs help him. He totally agrees the medication doesn't work, watch his RUclips. I binged on it all weekend to learn. I've ordered his book. X
I believe you.
I don’t have Hashimoto’s but I had a partial thyroidectomy and hypothyroidism was so bad, I’d have chosen death over life.
😢what were your symptoms? 😔 I can understand
@@IntegrityMeansAll bloated. Food remaining in my stomach for hours after eating causing indigestion. Hair breakages. Tiredness. Night terrors and panic attacks.
I thought I can’t live like this. I was put on a small dose of Levothyroxine and have been much better, but I can still have disturbing dreams.
@@AJ-hi9fd I understand very well and feel for you. What mg were you prescribed and do you feel it was the right dose?
@@IntegrityMeansAll a tiny 25 microgram dose has made all the difference and supports my other half very well.
@@AJ-hi9fd really?That’s a very very small amount, I’m suprised it made such a difference to you? Most people with hypothyroidism take much higher doses even if they still have their thyroid but you removed it altogether & only take 25mg of Levothyroxine? Or another medic.?
I have never had thyroid anti bodies pop up in my blood work. Two years ago I began to notice weight loss and hair fall, I was also losing lashes. I felt lethargic. My doctors thought it was all in my head. They did thyroid labs, my thyroid antibodies were elevated. My doctor said these antibodies confirm hashimotos. However, my blood work was considered normal so I couldn't get meds. Then in a month I gained 18 lbs. My doctors couldn't explain it. Fast forward for today. My lashes are barely there. My hair is thinning out. I feel tired like extremely tired. Idk what to do. I already have an autoimmune disorder. I am open to any advice.
Just ordered choline silica complex for hair growth…hopefully it works. I’m also completely gluten free and trying to only eat Whole Foods and limit dairy.
Did you do a full blood work panel with a functional doc??? The regular blood work will show normal but there are much deeper markers to look at!
Pl check corniver diet
Please take 50 mg of iodex iodine and selenium it will help so much
So sorry for the delayed response (I needed to take some time away from RUclips) but I hate to hear you are going through this. Not all doctors are dismissive, but so many are, making it challenging when you first get diagnosed.
If possible, can you find another doctor who will listen to your concerns? The symptoms you are describing would likely be helped with medication. Many people in the wellness space are critical of medication but I look at it as another tool in the toolbox. Medicine didn't make all of my symptoms go away but it definitely helped in many ways.
Also, please check your Vitamin D levels!!! After I was diagnosed with Hashis, I found out my Vitamin D levels were EXTREMELY low which was making me so tired and weak. I think this was the main case of fatigue over the Hashis. Take care!
I will say that I discovered that meat was the only thing that didn’t bother me in 2017/2018, so I decided to stick with it and felt so much better.. but getting my T3 mono-therapy (cytomel) dose down proved to be more difficult..I have to eat at a certain time everyday and intermittent fast to (I take multiple doses per day) get my dose to work. It has changed my life forever. I wish I went carnivore years ago-because I don’t think I would have ended up with hypothyroidism. Pregnancy definitely pushed my body over the edge :/
While challenging, it sounds like you've figured out what works best for your body. Hope you are doing better now!
I believe you because I’ve felt like I’m dying for many years and now I’m getting older and adding aging pain. Not sure what it is but could be hashimato. Transferred to a new VA Clinic where I can get an in person visit instead of video calls and am hoping to get a more serious Doctor.
I hope you find the answers you're looking for soon!
@ TY. I have my diagnosis now and it’s Lyme disease and mold toxicity. I’m working with Judy Cho and feel good about some real improvement with the protocol she has for me.
Please make more videos on what all you have done to improve your symptoms. I am really struggling with food. They say that gluten is bad, but even millets do not suit me. I am really confused what to eat. Also did you cut dairy completely? And any other food sensitivity that you have ? Like peanuts or nuts?? Coz I have tried Brazil nuts and they gave me migriane.
Hi! Thank you for your comment. I'm planning on making more videos very soon! After spending years on various Hashimoto's discussion threads, it seems like gluten and dairy are the most common triggers for people (the same goes for pretty much all autoimmune diseases). However, for example, some people can't tolerate any grains, or some people have trouble with nightshades -- the intolerances vary from person to person. The best thing to do is work with a nutritionist or other professional and do an elimination diet to determine what does and does not work for you.
I cut out dairy almost completely about 5 years ago when I started eating a plant based diet. However, 2 years ago, I found out I'm allergic to it, so I've made sure to avoid it since then. :)
@@madisonelizabeth51295 plz do make those videos ❤️ and Thank you
People keep asking me what my symptoms are the only thing I could say is “ I feel like I'm dying” or that my body is attacking itself its not something someone could understand who doesnt struggle with this disease
Absolutely. At first, I felt bad writing this on the video thumbnail but it's how I felt and is actually not clickbait. :( Wishing you the best!
I have just given up all hopes now, tired of everything, worried about everything.
Sometimes I feel the same way. Wishing you well!
Hashimotos made me very sick too. It took years before my endocrinologist said that the antibodies to the virus were no longer detectable in my blood.
What will that mean for you????
I hope you are doing better now!
I have bern diagnosed with hashimoto since 2005 and MDs have been grossly negligent
I'm so sorry to hear that's been your experience! Unfortunately, it's so common. Wishing you all the best!
Similar experience… got diagnosed recently. I resigned from my job… my last day is this coming November 4th
Wishing you the best in your healing journey!
Struggling with Hashimoto as well.
I'm so sorry to hear that but you're not alone in this! I started feeling a lot better when I got put on the right medication dose. Then I had the energy to begin making other lifestyle changes. It's a journey!
I couldn't relate more to you when you asked the doctor if there was any other option than the pills. My doctor said i had to be on the pills for the rest of my life to and when i asked if there is anything i can change diet wise she immediately disregarded the question and was no the pills are the only option. I took the pills for maybe 2.5 to 3 years and then just one day stopped I never felt a difference while being on them so why should i continue taking them was my logic. For me diet changes did help, it didnt completely heal me but put me in a better position than i was previously in. These doctors i swear just want to profit selling the perscriptions.
I'm sorry that was your experience but I hope you are feeling better now!
you could go beyond no gluten and try low carb. I cut caffine because it gives me anxiety.
Yes, I've heard low carb helps some people! I have to eat a lot of protein with caffeine due to my anxiety :(
Fooling you now… recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism but now be on set I believe after Covid vaccines. I’m being referred to endocrinologist but it’s a 4 month waiting list! I can’t swallow. My beck is so big. But the feeling of age and dying I can completely relate to
I'm so sorry you're going through this! :(
Gluten just makes the body attack the thyroid more so its better to not eat it, since you want as much fucntion left ae you can get.
How do they tell the difference between hypothyroidism and hashi? I think doctors just assume . Mine did a regular thyroid test and then said well it's probably hashimotos. I don't call it hashimotos
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough hormones. Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that's the most common cause of hypothyroidism. Some people with hypothyroidism have Hashis but it's not "diagnosed" by their doctor. Hopefully that helps!
I got fired 5 months ago, they said I wasn't giving my 100%. I didn't understand anything. Last month I found out I have hypothyroidism, I'm on medication but I have constant headaches 😢
I'm sorry to hear this! Make sure to get your vitamin levels checked too. Wishing you the best.
@@madisonelizabeth51295thank you so much for your time, my vitamins are fine. Hope in time I will get the correct dosage of the medicine and get rid of headaches.
Doctors say you can feel great after some months, but in my experience it’s really a placebo. You keep thinking you feel great, but it’s not until years later that you finally start to feel normal, and even then you’ll still have days or weeks of pain and misery as if you’re a cancer patient or dying. I’ve learned that doctors are all completely clueless. Taking levo is just like exercise… you can lift weights for some weeks, but you won’t see results until it’s been a few years, and even then you’ll have to really push yourself to see serious results. (That being said, in my observation Hashimoto’s prevents muscle gain.) And diet goes the same way… you’ll have to spend years, and even then you can do everything ‘right’ and still consume foods with pesticides and chemicals that your body is extremely sensitive to…. even chemicals that convert testosterone to estrogen, etc…. we live in a world where “organic” is considered a premium and poisons and dangerous oils and excessive sugar are too widely accepted. I eat very healthy, but I still have days and weeks, even full months, of different pain and suffering. Some times I just want to die, and the vast majority of people don’t and can’t understand this…. it’s like being a cancer patient or miserable elderly person sometimes… after ooh I don’t know how long it’s been anymore… almost a decade or more, I can confirm Levo is *NOT ENOUGH* and the doctors won’t and can’t do anything to help unless you’re willing to go too far and destroy your brain with drugs that will destroy you. Sometimes they’ll offer things to help your failing organs, but of course it’s thyroid related so you’ll never know what to do besides spend too much money to still be miserable.
I’m alcohol free, rarely have a homemade sugar desert, and I’ve tried gluten free and felt best when I was gluten free. I’ve learned that fatty meats keep me feeling the best, and avoiding high carbs helps too. In addition to GF, I tried being dairy free and even went grain free, but it seemed my body was craving grains because things only got worse. Added grains back to my diet and felt much better, slowly reintroduced gluten and I try to keep gluten to a minimum and haven’t had too many issues. I would still heavily consider abandoning at least most gluten, especially from processed items. I’ve also learned that coffee is very destructive. I never drank coffee before but slowly introduced it and it was awful! If you choose to drink coffee, never drink until 90 minutes after waking up properly, and flip-flip (meaning 90 minutes after waking you drink coffee for up to 90 minutes and then avoid coffee for 90 minutes, and keep repeating that pattern) at 90 minute intervals from there and avoid midway through your day. I highly recommend avoiding literally anything you can eat or buy outside of organic groceries: avoid all food stands, even restaurants (and yes, I’m including very high-end and expensive restaurants), and never eat items with bread nor sugar nor cheese unless you make it yourself and know the ingredients are correctly sourced and so on. You even need to be careful about where your meat comes from, as some places will feed their animals with poisoned grass or give them chlorinated water, etc.
Basically, you want to abolish Big Brother’s reign of FDA approved garbage. Anything that has been sprayed (poisoned) or injected (poisoned) or modified (poisoned) etc, should not enter your body, and you’ll feel leagues better. Obviously I can’t do this 100% just yet as work is in the way, but I’m getting there and do my best and it’s helped a lot in the last 6 months.
Remember that whatever enters you, affects your biome. Yes, we are meant to eat other things like dirt or the rare contaminant like a dog hair, it won’t hurt you, but we primarily consume foods that never should have been corporate/government-controlled to begin with.
Thank you for sharing your story and this advice!
@ As an update, I’ve begun to slightly reintroduce cheeses, and things are going well. I try my best to avoid common cheeses that are known to be frowned upon by people who truly care about their health. Cheese won’t be a regular part of my diet, but more of a blue-moon occasion.
My issue is i feel im dying also, and im told im hypo but all my labs are in range, can i get your opinion? My free t3 is 2.3 , and i just feel horrible. Functional says that i am hypo, with "in range labs" by medical standards
Hi! While I can't give any medical advice, what I can suggest is getting a second opinion from another doctor if your current doctor is not listening to you when you say you're feeling bad. Sometimes labs can be "within range" but that doesn't mean you feel ok. Have you have other blood testing done by chance? Around the time I was diagnosed, I also found out I was extremely deficient in Vitamin D and had very low iron - both of which can make you feel super sick. From what I've read, low Vitamin D levels are pretty common in Hashimoto's patients. I hope you feel better soon!
@madisonelizabeth51295 thanks Elizabeth, I got my d up to 40 and my ferretin up to 60 and iron 90 but i know that's not ideal. Did you get yours up? I just have this low t3 it's like 2.3 and it never gets above there so I think my body is so slow and tired with it like that. A fucntional I saw said I was hypo even in range so I should be on np but im.scared to take the med
Going from hypothyroidism to hashimoto's can be a matter of time. My antibodies didn't show up for four years after I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. It's different for others though.
@@nikitagross1583 I'm thinking I should start the np. My t3 is just barely there
@@foxclover6 maybe test the liver, make some test about the health of the liver
Mine was triggered by the flu vaccine. I manage mine with diet and lifestyle. currently trying a ketogenic diet but it is hard
This disease is indeed challenging. Wishing you well!
What is the root cause of Hashimoto's disease?
It is caused by a reaction of the immune system against the thyroid gland. The disease begins slowly. It may take months or even years for the condition to be detected and for thyroid hormone levels to become lower than normal. Hashimoto disease is most common in people with a family history of thyroid disease.
Why is Hashimoto's hard to diagnose?
The disease does not cause any pain and often goes unnoticed for years. This, and the fact that it can present with various combinations of symptoms, makes diagnosis difficult.
Hashimoto's belly?
Hashimoto's Belly refers to people who have this disease experiencing painful bloating, usually caused by the GI tract filling with gas. It may be confused with weight gain, but the bloating can eventually go down on its own.
What does a Hashimoto's flare-up feel like?
When Hashimoto's thyroiditis flares up, you may begin to feel some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism. These can include things like: fatigue. aches and pains in your muscles and joints.
When should you suspect Hashimoto's?
You may not have any symptoms early on, even if thyroid antibodies are detected in your blood tests. In some cases, the inflammation can cause your thyroid gland to become bigger than normal (goiter), which may cause neck discomfort, pressure or difficulty swallowing.
What are the warning signs of Hashimoto's?
If Hashimoto's disease leads to hypothyroidism, it can cause the following symptoms over time:
- Tiredness (fatigue), lethargy and excessive sleeping.
- Mild weight gain.
- Constipation.
- Dry skin.
- Feeling cold.
- Slower-than-normal heart rate (bradycardia).
- Joint stiffness and muscle pain.
- Dry, brittle hair; slow hair growth; or hair loss.
- Low or depressed mood.
- Puffy eyes and face.
- Memory problems or difficulty concentrating.
- Heavy or irregular periods.
- Decreased libido (sex drive).
- Female infertility or male infertility.
The disease is commonly misdiagnosed because the signs and symptoms are non-specific and can be easily mistaken for other health issues like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Hashimoto's disease may exhibit vague symptoms in its earlier phases because it develops gradually.
What test confirms Hashimoto's disease?
Thyroid antibody tests are used to check for different thyroid antibodies that affect your thyroid in different ways. These antibodies include: Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb). High levels of these antibodies are a sign that Hashimoto's disease is causing hypothyroidism.
How to diagnose Hashimoto's vs hypothyroidism?
Blood tests are also critical in diagnosis. Clinicians will often use a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test as part of initial testing. Often, if your TSH is higher than normal and your FT4 is lower than normal, this typically indicates hypothyroidism. Positive antibodies indicates Hashimoto's.
What happens if Hashimoto's is left untreated?
If left untreated, hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto disease can lead to serious complications: Goiter, which can interfere with swallowing or breathing. Heart problems such as enlarged heart or heart failure. Mental health issues such as depression, decreased sexual desire, slowed mental functioning.
If Hashimoto's is left untreated, complications can be life-threatening. Because the hormones produced by the thyroid are so vital to the body's functions, untreated Hashimoto's can lead to serious and even life-threatening complications.
Thank you for sharing!
Have you considered carnivore diet?
This is what I’m trying with hypothyroidism. I have seen so much positive results on RUclips.
Carnivore was life changing for me and the right dose of medication.. turns out, I needed T3 mono-therapy, T4 does not work well for me.
I personally haven't considered it but I've heard some people have found it to be helpful!
hey have you considered trying the carnivore diet? many people have healed from hashimoto's and hypothyroidism on the carnivore diet. I can really relate to what you said about you asking your doctor if food could be a factor or reason of your issue and then they laughed in your face. I have had the exact same thing happen when I was sick with autoimmunity. They laughed in my face and told me it was ridiculous. Now I have healed my psoriasis with food alone and almost fully healed my hashimoto's too on the carnivore diet. They told me i would be on medication for the rest of my life, yet here we are, no medication at all :) We are not alone in this, many people have healed themselves with food alone, specifically the carnivore diet is a very healing and nutrient dense elimination diet. all the best 🙏🏼
Im very questioning of anything that Jordan Peterson promotes tbh.
What are the ways that a carnivore diet works on your system/how does it specifically effect yoyr body? Id have to know that first
Hi! I can't remember if I mentioned it in this video but I was actually plant-based/vegan for years (before getting sick) for a variety of reasons. In the last two years, I have reintroduced wild caught seafood into my diet to add more protein variety. All that said, transitioning to a carnivore diet is not something I'm personally interested in (right now), but I've heard some people have found success which is great. I'm not saying eating that way is bad or eating mostly plant-based is "healthier" it's just my personal preference!
IMO what's most important is for people to take the time to figure out what works best for them and their conditions through an elimination diet(s). Unfortunately, most conventional medicine doctors are not helpful in this area. I'm so glad to hear that you are doing better now and are medicine free - that's great!!
Hi! I know your question is directed at the comment above but I just wanted to confirm that I have no personal experience with the carnivore diet. So, I can't be helpful there! I think an elimination diet with a professional is the best first step though
Was it sub clinical?
I believe it may have been at the time!
Please look into carnivore diet!!! ❤
Thank you for the suggestion!
How’s dairy for you
I actually cut out dairy a few years before I was diagnosed. And then I found out during allergy testing that I’m allergic to it, so I don’t consume it at all!
Please look up dr Ken berry hashimotos
Thanks for the suggestion!
Boy you sound like me Madison, what you’re going through.
Wishing you the best!
Thyroid disorder had a goiter Thyroid left one remove 2013😮
I hope you are doing better now!
Brazil nuts are good for thyroid
Thank you!
Lugols iodine actually treats it, look up dr brownstein
It can also raise your antibodies!!!!!
Thank you for the suggestion! Will do more research
No pop not even diet, less sugar but not elimate. Ive always had some form of activity and as soon as I got a sit down job. Drinking soda not eating right is when I went hypothyroidism. Exercise is important. Dont claim hashimotos,! exercise but not over do it. Cut out some stuff.
I'm glad you've found what works for you!
I think you struggled with alcohol because it’s a fermented grain.
Very possible! I believe I have some level of histamine intolerance when it comes to fermented food and drinks. I read a while back that those with thyroid disorders are more susceptible to histamine intolerance so it may be all connected. Thanks for commenting!
Do people with Hashimoto's have a leaky gut?
Gut dysbiosis is often found in those with thyroid disease, like Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease.
Poor gut health may impair thyroid function and poor thyroid function can contribute to inflammation and 'leaky gut.
What are the gut issues with Hashimoto's disease?
Hashimoto disease, the most common cause of hypothyroidism, may be associated with an esophageal motility disorder presenting as dysphagia or heartburn. Dyspepsia, nausea, or vomiting may be due to delayed gastric emptying.
How to heal your gut in Hashimoto's?
Nutritional Strategies for Supporting Gut and Thyroid Health.
While there are many diets marketed to help heal Hashimoto's disease, evidence currently points to an anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet that emphasizes the intake of micronutrients important for thyroid health, such as selenium, iron, zinc, and iodine.
How do you get rid of Hashimoto's belly?
- Losing weight with Hashimoto's can be especially difficult given the thyroid's direct role on metabolism.
- Check Your Medications. ...
- Reduce Added Sugars and Refined Starches.
- Load Up on Protein and Vegetables.
- Get More Selenium, Zinc and Iodine from Food.
- Removing Gluten from Your Diet.
- Try Removing Dairy from Your Diet.
- Commit to Regular Physical Activity.
Additional Tips to Losing Weight with Hashimoto’s
Here are a few more tips to help you lose weight with Hashimoto’s:
- Get a good night’s sleep: Poor quality sleep is just as bad as a poor diet when it comes to keeping your weight under control. People who get little sleep tend to weigh significantly more than those who get at least 7-8 hours per night.
- Stay hydrated: Water can do far more than quench your thirst. It can also help you eat fewer calories, especially if you drink up to 16 oz (475 mls) before meals.
- Practice portion control: There are many tricks to cutting back on your portion sizes, like simply using smaller plates and cutlery. The bigger your plate, the more you’ll likely consume.
Following each of these steps above can help you successfully lose weight with Hashimoto’s-even if it seems impossible. Just remember to stay patient as your body starts to gradually respond to these dietary and lifestyle changes.
Should you cut out gluten if you have Hashimoto's?
Researchers observed the gluten-free diet group had reduced thyroid antibody titers, as well as slightly increased 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels after six months. This suggests a gluten-free diet can yield clinical results for those with Hashimoto's.
Can probiotics help Hashimoto's?
Can probiotics help with symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroiditis? Probiotics have been shown to have beneficial effects on thyroid function¹. Additionally, it is not uncommon for Hashimoto's thyroiditis to coexist with both celiac disease and non-celiac wheat sensitivity.
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A gluten free diet you need to do for a year at least. Try carnivore with lots of fat
I'm planning on starting a longer-term, strict GF diet in the new year!
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Absolutely! It's so frustrating :(
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Thanks for sharing!
3:01 you’re being dramatic. You have a great life. There’s ppl struggling to find shelter and food-you’re more than ok and you’re a million miles from “dying”.
Hi - at the time I was referring to in the video, my health was in such a bad place that I felt like I was dying and figured something was very wrong. When your thyroid isn't working properly, it affects the entire body. I'm very aware I live a privileged life compared to most of the world but that doesn't mean I wasn't extremely sick in the past
I was just diagnosed 1 month ago, and let me tell you that it is not dramatic to say it feels like dying. I had edema up to my knees, raised liver enzymes then back to normal, swollen kidneys that ached for months, chest pain/heart palpitations, arthritis-like pain in most of joints that sometimes made me immobile, my period twice month, exhaustion like I've never felt, and the worst part was the cognitive issues: memory loss, no focus, confusion, depression. No one could figure it out, I kept going to different doctors. Finally an older doctor caught it because she knew that Hashimoto's can give a false T4. I honestly believe she saved my life. I have an adult daughter with disabilities, and I was beginning to really question if I would be able to keep taking care of her. We're ok now 💖
@@audradurkee1435 I'm SO sorry to hear you went through all that, but I'm glad to hear you are doing better now! I hope your health continues to improve!
Do you have Hashimotos? I do and have for the last 22 years and can 1000% relate to everything she has said she struggles with. It’s a hormonal disorder which causes depression and mood swings which I can personally attest to having struggled with most of my life. Do you know how many times I’ve struggled to feel well enough to function? I’ve also felt like my body was constantly betraying me no matter what I do. The attack is on every system of your body so when you have an intense flare, it can feel incredibly overwhelming and painful. Just because some suffer worse doesn’t make her pain invalid. I pray God gives you compassion.
This sounds exactly like my story! I kept assuming it was menopause and it was rough. Breathing was even an issue. No support from my doctor either about dietary recommendations. On synthroid and gluten free and it’s keeping my antibodies down. Thanks for sharing. Continue to advocate for yourself and research! I liked your comment about alcohol. Even if I have 1-2 drinks I feel yucky so it was good to hear that I’m not alone.