7 early warning signs of hypothyroidism: 1. Loss of the outer part of the eyebrows 2. Thinning, dry hair 3. Decreased cold tolerance 4. Slow metabolism 5. Weight gain all over 6. Feeling tired 7. Depression 8. Other than that youre perfectly fine👌 What to do for hypothyroidism: 1. Determine the true cause 2. Take trace minerals (selenium, zinc, and iodine) 3. Don’t consume gluten 4. Take vitamin D (40,000 IU) and *Thyrotrophin PMG* (1 before bed over three months) Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
As a person who has hypothyroidism, I can attest to losing eyebrows not being an early sign. Cold intolerence, weight changes, hair changes ,hoarseness , low energy , foggy brain all came before , temperature drops like waves through your body, skin changes (cholesterol deposits under skin) weak ankles/ feet , anxiety, not as in worrying about stuff but as in internal tremours, heart palpatations, shortness of breath( onset asthma) AND for women, menstruel changes, i nearly bled out for instances before i was diagnosed and THEN i lost the outer part of my once thick , joined in the middle eyebrows! So if anyone wants to know about symptoms, ask me. I've been through the mill while the doctor just thought I was neurotic and overweight!
6 years ago I discovered I had slightly elevated thyroid antibodies. The doctor said she wasn't concerned bc she'd seen much worse. I never went back to her but I did change my diet. Cut out gluten, sugar, and dairy. It was horrible at first, felt like I was dying from the detoxing, but it was definitely worth it. I just had my antibodies tested and got the results right before I watched this video and they are completely normal in range. Praise God 🙏🏼
@@user-od8qw7ti8k I was actually very sick from genetic and life stressors after my late husband passed and trying to raise my children as a widow. I could barely get out of bed. I was diagnosed with hashimoto's, leaky gut, carnitine deficiency (can't use fats for energy), mold toxicity, and Lyme's disease. Getting rid of gluten, dairy, and sugar literally saved my life.
That’s why Eastern medicine is so valuable. Western medicine is a band aid that throws drugs at problems… Eastern is a whole body approach going to the root of the issues.
I think perhaps the real question here is why are so many people suffering from hypothyroidism compared to say 60 + years ago. It’s not just the rise in fast food etc., but the food we consume from our grocery stores. I think dieting helps, but it’s only a small part of the equation. The US needs major changes/better regulation on what is allowed in our foods. It’s out of control as food companies only care about making higher profits. Also when healthy foods cost more than high carb foods…there’s a problem.
I had thyroid problems at the beginning of last year and it was HEAVILY caused by stress at my job. Every time things got crazy busy, it got worse. I wish more people knew about this, especially about treating your immunity. Thank you for you videos 💙
I don’t really have a reason, but Work is a huge stress for me this last year. I developed an eye ulcer, have a small thyroid problem and other health issues. I can help me so much, except for stress- I don’t k ow what to do. But your post made me think “I’m similar”.
Watching your videos I’ve lost 25 pounds in 5 weeks. I’ve played sports my whole life and was military for 6 years. I hurt my back, gained weight (from 225 to 290)and it took 13 months to get back to some type of normalcy. In that time I was still eating 6 times a day and I started getting depressed/suicidal. Once I was able to hit the gym again I hit it as hard as I can but couldn’t drop weight (I gained more. Got up to 340). It gave me body dysmorphia. I had no gut but love handles and body was just big(defensive end offensive linemen) and not what I was accustomed to. My doctor said I had no issues but needed to lose weight so I saw a dietitian. They put me inside this egg shaped machine that give a body breakdown. Long story short I followed what they said to the letter but nothing worked. Watching your videos helped me immediately, I started a 4/20 intermittent fast along with my workouts and a protein rich keto friendly diet. I had to understand my body is different and seeing a dietitian I did listen for my own good but they did give me more of a cookie cutter experience for my body. You can’t say someone is built like a linebacker(with a high energy motor) and then give them a plan for a regular person who doesn’t work like you do. I thank you and my wife thanks you. I’m finally starting to look how I workout.
Congratulations on your weight loss. I gained about 40 pounds during menopause and I was trying everything to lose weight. I was experiencing joint pain everywhere, especially my back. Went to the doctor and all she would say it’s a part of getting older and prescribe me mild pain pills. Got so bad I’d be up all night online trying to find out what could be causing it. That’s when I found Dr Berg, Dr. Ken Berry and Dr. Sten Ekberg, and others who I start listening to. I stared KETO and within a few days all my pain was gone and the weight just came off and I’ve kept it off for 4 years now. And when cheated around The holidays, I’ve eaten sugar, or too many carbs pain would return with a vengeance. Keep on going.
Thanks for sharing. As a RN, please consult your physician before starting a weight loss program especially if you are taking medications. Your doctor should suggest that you should lose no more than 3 lbs per week. Again, I would suggest that you ask a medical license professional regarding your health maintenance regimen. Blessings to all!
@@cuprunnethover2509 hey in 7 weeks I’m down 32 pounds and I still consult my dietitian and primary care doctor along this journey. Within my meal window I get the protein and close to the calories I need to maintain good muscle mass while staying at a good calorie deficit. With it being a new journey I try to be as cautious and open to advice as possible. So far everything is working out smoothly.
After giving birth I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I had all the symptoms Dr. Berg mentioned plus swelling all around and pressure around my eyes. I was put on synthroid I took it for a year almost. In that year of taking the medication it made me feel worse. I was always sleepy tired I would sleep throughout the day and I would still wake up tired. I went to Tulum last year and I forgot my medication. The week we were out there without me taking my medication felt amazing I wasn’t tired I was active I felt great so I stopped taking the medication. I went to an all natural doctor in Los Angeles, CA. She told me straight up it wasn’t my thyroid acting up she said I had a fatty liver (usually happens when your gallbladder has been removed). She had me do a colon cleanse and then detoxed my liver. I was taking choline, catsclaw, livtron and zypan. Along with that I was drinking lots of water and eating healthy. Within a month I was glowing and I had a lot of energy I felt like a brand new person. Today I’m struggling a little again but with Dr. Bergs help I will get back to it slowly but surely.
I was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism and severely low vitamin D two weeks ago. I was put on vitamin D 50,000, and once a day med. I have lost four pounds in twelve days. I also do no more than 50 carbs daily. I pray the rest of the weight comes off, along with inflammation in my hands.
That is reassuring to hear! How were you on that high dose of vitamin D? I was taking 40,000 IUs at one point, but had to stop after a week due to cramps and palpitations. I made sure I was taking K2, zinc and magnesium too. Maybe not enough though, to balance out the increased vitamin D. Was rather cautious about taking high doses of all the supplements though. Did you notice any side effects from the high dose of vitamin D and if so, how did you mitigate it? Hope the hypothyroidism is doing much better given it's been a couple of years since your comment!
I was on this hypothyroidism med for Hashimoto...n I lost so much hair each time I showered..I ate great too. Now, I do t take the med, I eat well, a ketodiet n my hair grows, very little pain issues..n more. Great video!
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto in 2004. My thyroid gland was distroyed. I was on 125 euthyrox, and I was huuuuge - 260 pounds. In 2007 i found out that hashimoto, crohn and gluten intolerance are common within famillies,- like mine. So since then ,I become grain free, no processed food ,no vegetable oils.Now I am on 75 euthyrox and never ever my thyroid was intlamated again. In my case grain intollerance was main couse of obesity, fatty liver, Hashimoto and seriouse gut problems. I am 65 now and feel better than when I was 30. So I encourage everyone to listen to your body and wise doctors , and experiment all reasonable methods to improve your health.
I remember when l was very sick caused by a thyroid storm l was told that its caused by autoimmune condition and that l had to take medications for the rest of my life. I had a hyper thyroid and lost 14lbs in 10 days. Well l could not accept the fact that l had to take pills for the rest of my life. I did my research and found some answers to my questions. I developed a 8 week nutritional diet for myself and reversed my thyroid condition. My thyroid is back to normal and l am happy no meds.
I told my OB that I gained weight all of a sudden... I was always starving, even though I would eat full meals. Her response: "Watch your diet. You're just getting old." Quality care i tell ya!
Endocrinologist specialist told me my youth has gone, have small portions, plenty of exercise and just accept getting older. Told me I look ok (at least 3 stone overweight). Been exercising, dieting including low carb and fasting/omad very frequently for years and still cannot shift weight gained. Always been very healthy, sporty, active, slim, fit and toned. No sympathy or interest from any doctor in uk. Even had to educate my GP re certain aspects of thyroid issues as her knowledge is very basic. Some days I find it hard to accept I have to live my life this way. They need to understand just how significantly life changing the effects of hypothyroidism has on people and due to cheap, Ineffective treatment, what effect is has on patients’ quality of life. I feel insignificant and worthless and like I’m just another hypothyroid statistic.
@@faywickens2036 Why aren't you on Hormone replacement? including thyroid hormone. that is what cured me. if you are over 50, your hormones are LOW and will keep dwindling...do something about it. find a doctor online even if in another country. I did and I got cured. sure I have to take 2 thyroid pills everyday and some hormone gel, so what? I now feel fantastic.
I was diagnosed at 9 years old with Hypothyroidism. I'm 44 now and was finally diagnosed with 5 different food allergies: Wheat, Soy, Corn, Peanuts, and Sesame Seeds. My life thus far has been ruined because of it. Most of my life not one Dr. would take my complaints of nausea and vomiting seriously!! It took me four years after doing the research to even get a Dr. to finally give me a food allergy blood test! I'm so angry. Knowing this early in life would have changed my future completely. I was a good kid and an A & B student but as I got older the nausea became debilitating. This greatly affected my social and work life, not to mention the depression that stemmed from it. Avoiding these foods is even more socially isolating which doesn't help my depression and I am not sure what to eat now that can help me heal. Coming from a toxic family, I was often accused of making it up and ignored when I said I don't feel well. Unfortunately, they believed the incompetent doctors over me. The relationship between my parents and I is permanently damaged because of this. 😐 I hope I can find some form of happiness this late in life. I pray my body can heal enough to have my own family. I promise I will treat them better then I was treated. Much prayers needed. 💝
I myself was born with congenital hypothyroidism...but my thyroid is on the back of my tongue..lingual thyroid ..the right one isn't even there..but I too have the same symptoms as you..pregnant women need to make sure they have these nutrients prior to getting pregnant so they aren't born like us...nutritional deficiencies in the womb caused mine..
First of all throwing a pity party doesn't help. Secondly everything has a source meaning the depression. No one relationship with anyone is damaged less you want it to be. So work on letting go moving on and and forgiveness on forgiving yourself and others. Find happiness and work on some healing.❤
God will give us all a cross to bear, but we should all be able to bear it. I've had a thyroid problem since I was 13, now I'm 35 and I've had seizures since I was 20 too. It hasn't stopped me. I've thru-hiked the AT, I have a degree and I'm a mom. Get over yourself and go live the life he gave you.
I sympathise with your plight when almost your whole life is wasted by false hood and incompetence. Tou probably also from a form of PTSD because of your childhood homelife.
Yes it is after a Very Stressful event in my life that I started noticing these symptoms. I had acne, too much fatigue, depressed also. There was no stamina even my skin started showing lot of pigmentation. I cannot stress the importance of being stress-free.
I have Hashimotos. For years, I would have such bad gas and stomach pains after meals that I would have to lay down. I was tested for Celiac, but was negative and diagnosed with gluten intolerance. Went on Keto 6 yrs ago, and it changed my life. For the first time in 15 yrs, I was not in pain after meals, and was finally able to lose weight. Still Keto to this day. Will never go back.
I was diagnose with Hashimoto 2015, and take two different thyroid medication ... My doctor put on Liothyronin and Levothyroxine still feel awful. Every few months my doctor checks my levels of my thyroid, all she said just cut the days of the thyroid medication from 7 days to 5 days
You know............. 20yrs in the massage therapy career, Ive learned that I'm not so stupid. It's so rewarding to be dr backed on so many conversations Ive had over the years teaching people about their bodies. 🙏💞🥰
Over 10 years I have had these symptoms, but every time doctors cannot treat me. Dear Dr. Berg you are direct on the point! I will start taking Selenium, iodine and Zinc with vitamin C tomorrow. Thank you very very much! ☺
I refused Synthyroid, have had thyroid surgery for a nodule in Right lower lobe, have 4 in my left but all benign so far! I eat 4 brazil nuts a day and other micronutrients! I go with food over chemicals, have dealt with it all my life...ALSO it caused panic disorder and its ALL hereditary in our family! Developed mine after the birth of my first child, and stress events makes things REALLY bad! YES, I have gut issues too and I can not tolerate gluten! Its a no go for me...but STILL dealing with inflammation, I take a lot of D3 with K2, magnesium citrate, as well as other supplements but I have ALL the issues of this!
Bless Your Soul, you just gave The Best Explanation in less than 15 minutes. One of the most difficult parts of dealing with conditions, is finding clear information you can comprehend. Truth and Compassion are healing agents in themselves, Thank You for expressing them in your videos. It's why your videos are so successful. Wishing everyone a Healing & Abundance journey. Infinite Love and Gratitude 🙏🏾💗
This channel is more important than My Doctor as she seems to have no knowledge of healthcare,I have most of those symptoms but she always recommended me to take PARACETAMOL for all kinda Heath issues how sad is it 🥺THQ Dr. Berg for your daily updates on healthcare, it means a lot to me and also to those who can't find clear information about their health problems. literally you save us from blindfold medical world!!MAY GOD bless you and your family and have a lovely weekend 🥰
Big Pharma trains and creates the curriculum for today's doctors. They teach only to know how to manage the Disease Process and not your Health! They practice what I call 'Cookbook medicine' following the prescription recipes to manage only disease symptoms while not trying to addresses the root cause or even a cure. A deep understanding how your health decline might have come about is not required by today's doctors. The industry is in decline and Dr. Berg is the answer.
"If you get the the root cause of the problem, the problem resolves." Absolutely the truest words spoken. Thank you Dr Berg for all you do. You've helped so many people. 💛
It doesn't go away! NON of my husband's specialist told or educated 🤔 us on this! The DAMAGE is done! He has hoshimato Brain brain & pushed him 😅early all at 45 he's on ssi
Had my Thyroid fully removed 😢 i now take Levothyroxine. Back to feeling sluggish , anxiety , hot sweats , feet tingling, always exhausted. It went untreated for years and damaged my heart. My doctor recently increased my medication as in the Levothyroxine. She stated my Thyroid was acting ' crazy ' and the numbers were high. Praying this higher dosage works. Prayers for all living with this.
@davidaltamirano6828 Grazie for your kindness. It's a lifelong condition that now requires medication. It damaged my heart. By the grace and mercy of God, I'm still here. 🙏 appreciate your comment /kindness.
@domnichen12 off the top of my head I'm not sure. If it hadn't been for this comment I would have forgotten I needed a refill. Thank you. I have days that are better than others. My condition is slightly different from Miss Wendy Williams's. ( I think ) if I didn't state prior it led to heart problems because it went untreated for so long. I take Jardiance, Furosemide, Amlodipine, Carvedilol, and Eliquis daily. There's more but.... It's exhausting ( can be ). I had my Thyroid removed, but this is the damage it caused. I urge everyone, male or female, to have their Thyroid checked. 🙏
DR Berg my pals is 84per minute and I have fat liver ,but I full of energy and I feeling good Every day I walking 6km GP set I have thyroiditis How I can help my self I trust you You my angel ❤❤❤
You completely described me in 2014. I started keto and intermittent fasting in 2016 and went from 130 to 107 today. Your channel has helped immensely. Good nutrition, supplements, sleep, and strength training and my thyroid counts are very good now.
I was suffering from systemic joint pain, sciatica for many months. I couldn't sleep or barely walk. I went to 6 different specialists. They did everything from removing my wisdom teeth to drugging me with daily Aleve, sulsafazine, penicillin, oxycodone etc. The Rheumatologist talked about putting me on a biologic after diagnosing me with an autoimmune disorder, even though I tested negative for all the tests, xray and then an MRI. The lady said go see your obgyn after reviewing my MRI results, "you have some cysts on your ovary, it looks like PCOS". I never heard of it. I did go to the obgyn, they did nothing as usual, cysts ruptured and put me in the hospital 2 months later. During all this time between doctors, I was still in severe pain throughout my body. I read about Keto and started watching Dr. Berg's videos. Since none of the doctors helped me and wanted to give me the hard drugs, I never filled the increased dose my Rheumatologist gave me, she said the increase was because I was going to get worse. I went home tossed what I had left, since I had started keto and felt better. Before my 90 days were up, I had zero pain. It'll be 3 yrs in September and I didn't get worse like she said. There're a lot of quacks/frauds out there. I lost a lot of trust since, seems many are just guessing 😕 anyhow, by the end of the 90 days, I also got back down to 121, a weight I hadn't seen in over 10 yrs with no help from the medical community in all that time. Turns out I probably had PCOS for over 15 yrs and seen several obgyn doctors every single year and nothing. Smh
Please let me know also I've been sluggish my self with being Hypo thyroid since 2017 after since I lost my thyroid the Doctor told me I would feel better after idoit radiation and I don't plus doing these diet and no improvement so I'm hoping with these books and apps I can learn something different that can help me and other people .
@@fashionvlogs3452 whole fat yogurt breakfast, 10,000 IUs of vitamin D, two capsules of K2 M7, 400 mg of magnesium to potassium, teaspoon of cod, liver oil, two 600 mg NAC, 20 g collagen, peptide 5 g of leucine powder, every other day, 5 g of creatine. That is breakfast. Lunch is 3 ounces of Colby cheddar cheese, olives, tomato slices for vitamin C or green bell pepper. Dinner is carrots, steamed broccoli, baked potato and it’s best if you can do a second day baked potato for a lower glycemic value, and a protein of steak or chicken breast or fish fillet broiled or steamed. For dinner I try to have a protein and two or three vegetables. I put loads of butter on everything. Also, you can put a touch of iodine on your wrist and if you need iodine, it will absorb it through your skin.
From my very first diagnosis, I begged to see an endocrinologist. The answer was always "there's a waiting time so we just won't refer you" I've had whacked thyroid for better part of 2 decades. I eventually had an autoimmune issue deserving of leukemia chemo. I haven't taken synthroid since. My low metabolism is linked to my hormones as I am going through early menopause. Life is weird and drs don't know everything and certainly not more than I do about my own body.
Thank you, Dr. Berg. I've had thyroid cancer twice, the first in 2007 and again in 2014. Hypothyroidism is the worst; tired and cold all the time. My biggest complaint is the weight gain. I've been a vegan for decades and careful about what I eat. Nothing I do gets rid of the lbs. But the good news is so far, so good with no reoccurring cancer. Thank you, again,
Veganism made my hypothyroidism so much worse. Once I started eating 95% animal products, I was able to reduce my thyroxine dosage by 35mcg!. I had fish twice a day and red 4 times a week and managed to lose 40lbs, I've suffered with thyroid issues for 20 years before that
I’m vegan too for 8 years now and having weight problems. I tell the doctor that I’m vegan and then they tell me lose weight even though I eat healthy. It’s an endless cycle of that. And my blood test came back low thyroid. Well, come to find out my body was telling me what foods I shouldn’t eat and a lot of them were vegan I.e. soy, gluten, almonds, kale - all things that effect the thyroid. Just putting that out there. I don’t know what to do now. Food has been giving me a lot of anxiety. Do you have any tips on what to consume?
I had papillary thyroid cancer and had half of my thyroid removed in July 2018. Intake Synthroid daily along with D3 and calcium. When you loose part or all of your thyroid your calcium levels drop tremendously. I had the number one doctor in the country do my surgery. Dr.Gary Clayman and he guaranteed me I wouldn’t return. He took half of my thyroid out and 8 lymph nodes that had cancer in them. I know it’s hard to find a good doctor these days. I to have issues with weight gain since my surgery. I was 100 lbs. prior and not I’m at 123 lbs. and like you said it’s not about what you eat because I too eat healthy.
Dr. Berg, I am beyond grateful to you for sharing this video. After giving birth to my son 14 years ago, I started losing my hair rapidly. I was told postpartum shedding is normal but my shedding never stopped. I spent so much money purchasing hair products just to find something to stop the shedding, nothing worked. My outer eyebrow portion thinned dramatically, cold intolerance has been another issue of mine. Now I know why I am always feeling so drained. Dr. Berg thank you thank you thank you for sharing this video. Wish I had my answers years ago, because my hair has thinned out so much, but I thank you for finally shedding some light on what may be happening in my body. My doctors never figured it out. I am sure so many of us are so blessed by your videos.
A "symptom" I've been experiencing from hypothyroidism is my eyes practically never blink. This actually comes in handy when engaging in staring contests, so I'm leaving it untreated as opposed to asking my doctor. When I visit my doctor and don't try to tell him anything, he's so relieve to have a patient without a list of questions of things to either ask him or tell him I get a discount on my co-pay. He always says jokingly - "You must never watch TV. ''cause if you did, you'd have a whole list of questions to ask me and things to tell me about."
I’ve had sluggish thyroid problems since my 20s Was diagnosed with parathyroid problem in my late 40s.Had parathyroid surgery twice and removal of one thyroid as well. They still want me on levothyroxine.Drs say it’s a forever medication, Thank you for all this information that sits well in my gut👍😀 Makes sooo much sense!
I developed Hashimoto’s after getting my so-called “immunization” for TB. That was the last time I will get a jab for ANYTHING! It took three children from me (due to miscarriage). But after two years of healing my gut (about three or four years after the jab) I was mostly healed and have two children as proof of my healing!👏🏾 I only say “mostly” because I had other symptoms later, but addressed them again and now I feel MUCH better!🎉 Thank you for the colostrum suggestion, btw, it helped a LOT! Hashimoto’s CAN be healed, so be encouraged!❤
Had no symptoms. A friend of a friend who is an endocrinologist with the experienced 'eye' noticed slight changes on my neck over a casual dinner invite. Tumor had been there for 8 years, 'hiding' and growing towards the inside. Had it removed 4 years ago. All is well now. Writing this for the sake of doing annual check ups, since the symptoms may not occur/be seen/felt, etc. Hope this helps if somebody sees the comment.
@@CharlotteOConnor how are you btw ? Recovered from weak thyroid function ? And do you by any chance had any gut issues or took birth control pills prior to your thyroid weak function ? Stay safe sister.
I want to say doctor u are amazing your continuos help in healthcare will make a tremendous difference I feel more comfortable watching and learning about my body than to continue going to doctor doing this for year and can never get a solution so thank u
Someone close to me was recently diagnosed as having a “adanoma” on one of her parathyroid’s. She was originally admitted to the hospital because her blood pressure suddenly went very high and she was very agitated and ill. Blood tests revealed calcium levels of 12.6, and they have been working to get it lower for over two weeks now until they can get her in for surgery to remove the adanoma.
Ive jsut been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and the doctor set himself it's probably hashimoto's but still wants me to go on thyroxine I am refusing I'm looking at alternatives I thank God I found this channel thank you Dr berg
I have these symptoms 1. Loss of the outer part of the eyebrows 2. Thinning, dry hair 3. Decreased cold tolerance 4. Slow metabolism but i got my thyroid tested last week and it's normal
Did you have your Free T3, Free T4 and Reverse T3 checked? Most doctors only test TSH and tell patients they are "normal" when they actually have hypothyroidism.
Where in the normal range of which tests? Did Dr order full Thyroid panel including both antibodies and reverse T3 (R3) ? Sometimes if results are borderline, you can still benefit from treatment,or optimizing hormone levels.
I'm not surprised my thyroid problems started back up due to stress. Last year and up to early the first half of this year I've been stressed. Suffered Burnout even. I didn't want to be stressed or burnt-out but I'm trying to fix any damages I've done to my thyroid and other parts of my body. This video was very very helpful.
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's when I was 20. My cortisol levels were extremely high. 7 years later diagnosed with Coeliac disease. I had Coeliac disease for a long time before I finally was correctly diagnosed. Symptoms from both conditions have improved immeasurably when I removed Gluten from my diet.
I've tried keto and believe it worked (but wasn't sustainable for me because it raised my cholesterol significantly. I am wondering if you found any bread replacement? I think glueten free bread tastes like sawdust.
I have had all these symptoms for 10 years but no test shows hypothyroism, hashimoto, too high estrogen or low iodine. Now resently I did an other sort of test and it shows I have extremely low zinc and selenium 😐 Thank you for all your videos Dr. Berg 🙂
I've been on medication for 29 years. It has never seemed to do much but help me keep gaining weight. I'm heavier now than when I was 9 months pregnant! So depressed and absolutely HATE every social event.
Most doctors nowadays are trained to know the “business” of the United States healthcare system and NOT how to “care” for the “health” of its citizens… Dr. Berg you are an Angel sent here to help us all be truly healthier, you are special THANK YOU!!!!!!
Yes, you are right. My PCP just prescribed hormone medications, that's it. My neighbor with hypothyroidism visited PCP, endocrinologist, cardiologist, none of them told them as Dr.Berg, none of them recommended a GF diet. They told all the food is necessary.
Every time I was pregnant I would develop diabetes and thyroid issues. I was lethargic and depressed. My doctor told me to wait until I have my baby and it should resolve itself. Well it didn’t, I’m so fortunate I never took any prescriptions that were prescribed. My doctor said if the medications doesn’t work than he would remove the thyroid 😮. I never went back and that was in 2018. Thank you Dr. Berg for all of this useful information you share with us!!! What did we do to get this blessed 😇. I did what you said and went back and my levels are normal and my nodules has shrunken.
Why this video doesnt surprise me? I went to an endocrinologist, and mentioned that my general doctor is increasing my dosage of levothyroxin every few months (I started from 75 over a year ago and now Im on 150 mg) and I found that worrying, so I wanted an specialist’s opinion, specialist said that was fine, I also mentioned that the time period where I completely stopped eating gluten based foods I noticed an improvement on my overall wellbeing, so I thought it might be related to some sort of gluten intolerance (never made the connection with the hypothyroidism), well, made a bloodtest, now I know I dont have gluten intolerance 😂. Why arent we told these kinds of EXTREMELY IMPORTANT things from specialists to the point that if it it werent for RUclips’s algorithms Iwouldnt know? Thank you for sharing your findings with the world and for youtube actually recommending something that actually matters! On a side note, I cant consume synthetic selenium, it disturbs my heart rate giving me arrhythmia.
Wow...hypothyroidism runs in my family. I got diagnosed halfway through my bachelor's degree. I did not realize that stress can active it. I'm getting my masters and have been really stressed out. I feel like my medication just patches my symptoms. I'm definitely going to try this. I don't want to rely on medicine. I'm too young to be on medication. Thank you!
I have all 7 symptoms mainly got extremely bad after my second pregnancy. This doctor has helped me so much and also for plantar fasciitis video correlates with this for me! I currently do not have insurance and have been paying out of pocket and have paid a ton of money with little to no help from my doctor. After watching his videos just adjustments made as far as diet, vitamins and techniques have helped me more than anything else I have tried! Thank you so much! I really needed help! I have been in constant pain and really suffering! 🙏🏽😢
Male late 30s. Started getting hypothyroidism symptoms 5 years and was officially diagnosed, started off with 150 mcg synthroid, dropped a little to 137 mcg. It's genetic for me and there's nothing I can do about it. Appreciate the video, good luck to those who can get out of it.
Hypothyroidism isn't genetic and is completely reversible. You have to change your diet and probably need to detox. You may have genetic conditions that can affect your health but that doesn't mean you have to activate those genes with an unhealthy lifestyle.
As someone who’s been dealing with Hashimotos for almost 20 years and full time trying to get alternative solutions for 7 years, this video is by far one of the best I’ve come across. Thank you dr berg for your raw authentic honest research
@@divinetiming8422 have you tried parasite cleansing? I’ve just started and having daily ropeworm come out. Lots of people seem to have them who have Lyme, thyroid issues, chronic illness etc
So much awesome information that my doctor is not aware of! My doctor that was aware of this and got me on a path of healthier living, GF, grain-dairy-soy free - passed away and there is no one else in the are as educated as she was about thyroid issues. She did diagnose me with Hashimotos - Leaky Gut - Adrenal Fatigue. I do not take any thyroid hormone - I am taking your VITAMIN D3 + K2 - 40,000 IU's per day along with several other supplements you mentioned here as well as others. In fact, I have followed your healthy keto plan for 1.5 years now - lost 60 lbs - but lost a lot of fat around my belly, thighs, and Hips. My question is this... do I continue taking the 40000 IU's per day of VIT D3 + K2? I've lately seen some "healdlines" online about overdosing on Vitamin D.
I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism 2 yrs ago. I had every symptom on the list with cold intolerance being the worse. The cold intolerance started as a teenager and became worse as I got older. Doctors could never give me a reason why this was happening. I’m now 49 years old and just now getting the answers I need from Dr Bergs videos and other holistic doctors I follow. I just ordered the D3K2. I have been supplementing with Iodine 5% and have seen some improvement. Hopefully adding the Selenium will help as well.
Thanks for this video Dr Berg. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism the year before last but given the symptoms I think I have had it for a lot longer than my GP says. I had been having blood tests roughly on an annual basis but the surgery receptionists - not the GPs at this point - kept telling me that all my results were OK and I didn't need to see a doctor. It actually took one of their practice nurses saying to me "did anyone tell you that you needed more blood tests after your last lot?" and me saying "well no, the receptionist told me everything was normal" for me to find out that everything wasn't actually "normal" and they wanted to investigate things further. I'm now being tested every three months and am prescribed levothyroxine at 100 microgrammes a day. But I haven't really been feeling any better. I feel the cold more, my OA plays up like crazy, my metabolism seems to have slowed right down and my joints are so painful (I'm taking 4 different types of tablets for the arthritic pain) and I'd put a lot of this down to menopausal issues. Also, the hospital won't test for Hashimoto's even though I and my GP have requested it because apparently "they like to try everything else first" which seems totally counter-productive to me!
I have a few genetic disabilities. HOWEVER, treating with supplements and an appropriate diet has staved off the majority of problems. Thank you Dr Berg. Our bodies are meant to heal and adapt, if just given the right balance and opportunity. Sleep, diet, exercise, low-stress, laughing and smiling goes a long way toward good health.
Wow how did you know I needed this video? I have all the symptoms and recently started searching , mine started very slowly after having my second babe + plus building a house =stress! Baby is now 4 years old and I’m really noticing depression and my energy is so so low, I started putting on weight very fast after I weaned here 2 years ago. I am 70% gluten free but will deff put that to 100% and go grain free as well. I don’t have much of an appetite anyway! Wow I’m just so thankful for you right now Dr. ❤️
Dr. Berg, you are my SUPERHERO!!! Some doctors tell me I have low thyroid, others tell me I'm fine. I do not know who to believe. I watch your videos everday! THANKS A LOT!!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖
Dr Berg I love your program. You go right to the subject and give us the information we need explaining it simply giving us the early warning signs, the causes, and the natural cures to lessen or stop the body from the deficiencies causing its unhealthy direction. You don't waste our time entertaining us. I value your information and trust your conclusions. Thank you.
I have elevated cortisol levels due to work and after my wife passed away it got alot worse. My doctor put me on t4 for now. He said it's temporary but for now it was needed
This is exactly my problem. I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 4/5 years ago (as well as a genetic mutation that doesn't allow me to absorb vitamin B12 which I always lack and a slight insuline resistance) and have been on medication ever since. I am treating my thyroid with hormones and it seems to work in the sense that all the levels are now ok but my symptoms are all still there. Apart from the loss of the eyebrows and the dry hair, everything else is there: always fatigued and depressed, thin hair, can't tolerate cold weather, difficulty in losing weight despite eating a somewhat balanced diet and so on. We were never able to identify the root cause of this hypothyroidism so my doctor just came to the conclusion that it must have been caused by some flu. But after seeing this video, I am definitely gonna suggest him to do more research, especially since my insuline resistance could be linked to it!
Since I take Lugol's Iodine 5% which means three drops every day as well as Zinc, Selenium, Vit C, VitB complex and Iron, I have so much energy like never before. I used to take over a decade lthyroxin 50 but it made me so nervous, restless and at some point got panic attacs in the morning. I just stopped using them and consulted my doc. Luckily she agreed with me, because my Iodine was quite low. But I learned by myself and made some research.
@@hyunjin7447 I do not have any good viable veins in my entire body except for my groin and neck vein. So when I need a simple blood test it turns out to be a nightmare.
This was very insightful, but depressing at the same time😞All of these problems started for me after I had my kid and it’s been such a struggle to get well. Not to mention money spent on meds, food to maintain the recommended diet, literally stressing why nothing has been working
I honestly can attribute my hypothyroidism (and my oldest daughter's) to decades of domestic violence/abuse. She's been on levothyroxine for over 12 years; I've been on it for at least 8 years. Neither of us have had any improvement in our symptoms despite increasing the dosages. For the past 4 years, my labs have shown questionable elevated liver enzymes(making my doctor concerned about fatty liver or something else going on). I have gained over 100 lbs in the past 8 years(I went from 120 to 225,then lost 22, but am now 235). I crave sweets and other carbs, have no energy, have chronic insomnia, sleep apnea,high blood pressure, my eyebrows have been nearly non existent for years, my skin is always dry,my nails are brittle and split and break before they ever get past the nailbed. I'm so tired of feeling like I'm old at 57,especially when I see other people older than me living full and vibrant lives.
In 1999, I had an hemithyroidectomy due to a 6cm x 11cm tumour growing down my throat. Going on the gluten free diet…no dairy either and practically no sugar. My life changed for the better.
I have Hashimotos, Graves, hypothyroidism, C-PTSD, AD(H)D - I can't work anymore. The medication has made small improvements - but my brain is sluggish. No energy, depression executive skills are gone. My doctor says my blood levels are beautiful. She never wants to listen when I tell her something more is wrong with my hormones. I just can't anyone. I'm 50 now - been taking medication for 10 years. I hope that some kind of miracle will finally happen.
Have you researched MTHFR gene mutation? I’m no expert but reading about high homocysteine. And low B vitamins. I also have ADHD. Low folate. Higher end of TSH. Questioning my sanity! 😊
Love you Dr. Berg . Your passion to advice people who are struggling to be heard or action taken by local surgery doctors. Information is vital to make your own decisions
There is speculation that taking LEVOTHYROXINE may cause SIBO (based on an article that came out a year or two ago that showed a strong connection). We've known for years that being hypothyroid (untreated) can cause SIBO, so this article felt like a "you've gotta be kidding me"/"damned if you do, damned if you don't" moment 😬 I made a whole video about this- basically, it seems the real connection was the autoimmunity itself (or rather, the duration of autoimmunity), rather than the medication. So if you're reading this and you've been frustrated and confused about how to treat your thyroid and your SIBO, please know that it is ok to take replacement meds if you need them.
@@TravelinRosy2025 (continued) symptoms are typically gas/bloating, abdominal distention, abdominal pain, loss of tolerance to high fiber foods like onion, garlic, and wheat, and constipation or diarrhea.
Omg, I was pregnant with my daughter when I was diagnosed as having hypothyroidism! I pray I can fix it because a study just came out that Levothyroxin causes osteoporosis! 😢😢😢😢😢
Your the best thank you❤ no doctors have ever been so thorough and helpful. They only kept me confused so I didn’t do anything because I didn’t understand them at all, and they were trying to put me on synthetic garbage that I knew it was no good in my natural body.
Over a decade ago my TSH was off, incredibly High. My doctor wanted me to go on the drugs, however since this runs in the family I opted to deal with things a natural way and went back to eating meat and staying on the vegetable and exercise regime I had been on. After a couple of years my thyroid was completely normal in range again. I never had any symptoms that anything was amiss aside from the blood tests. Had I followed that doctor's advice I would be on life-long medication and my thyroid would have been killed. Nevermind all the other side effects I likely would have had as a result. There is a reason that the saying is that doctors *practice* medicine
Yep! Sometimes the root cause is with diet or lifestyle. I had high cholesterol, high blood pressure (not too high ), and other issues. Change my diet, learned stress management, and exercised more, and those issues went away without taking drugs.I did take herbs such as hawthorn, ginger, etc. to aid in alleviating symptoms.
Hello! I'm in a very similar situation. I'm just wondering if you can share an update or what vitamins you took to do it the natural way? Thinking about eating meat too to help
It started when I was born, always diarrhea and liver problems, so now I have a fatty liver, IR and hashimoto. I follow all your recommendations, thank you for showing us the way❤
Great information but I reverse my hypothyroid In first stage with omega 3 whole eggs vitamin d vitamin c ashwagandha aloevera turmeric and shilajit also did walk daily now I'm feeling so good
Yes, a year after I gave birth, I developed an overactive thyroid! I was on Carbimozole for a year. This was 27 years ago. I appreciate this video 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Ive been diagnosed with hashimotos for over 10 years and do not take replacement because I feel worse when I take it and I have tried them all. I'd rather feel bad than worse. Thanks so much Dr. Berg for your videos, I'm a long time follower and respect and value everything you put out.
Very important stuff. I was born with hypothyroidism (congenital). I'm 42 and have been on thyroid medication since birth. What I noticed as I got older was, when the doctors were trying to stabilize my t3, t4, and tsh numbers, I would FEEL terrible. I would get all these weird symptoms. But when I ignored the numbers and just focused on ways to make me feel good (I do alot of emotional/energy healing), I would feel fantastic and those weird symptoms would go away. I realised my thyroid condition was caused by unresolved emotions (trauma/abuse) that I inherited from ancestors plus the ones from my childhood. It's good to always get to the root cause of our ailments. There's always an emotional origin and link to them.
Hypothroidism diagnosed during my 3rd pregnancy. Supposedly “went away” a few months after birth. But here I am with fatty liver, PCOS, insulin resistance, struggling with weight gain, fatigue, chronic migraines, hair loss, and anything else I cam think of. I eat healthy and exercise but to no avail and it’s frustrating not being able to get back to how I was before.
Wow.. the eyebrows, dry hair and cold tolerance.. totally me. But not overweight at all. My metabolism also is slow... always thought my glands and gut are weak. Only half the top symptoms.. 🤷♂️
Thanks Dr. Berg.. no doctor on earth will tell us these fundamental things about ourselves...hope they get better with their mentalities. You have been a great help to all of us.
A big "Thank you" for everything you've said în this video and not only. A surgery induced menopause at 42 years old could be related to a huge value of tireoperoxidase antibody? After measuring this value, 8 months ago, all I have done was intermitent festing, 2 meals/day, almost no carbohydrates, grains în general and high amounts of vit. D intake (between 10 and 30 000 IU/day for 3-4 months). Today the value is 7 times lower, from 142 to 21 IU/ml. TSH, T4, T3 are inside the limita.
I started having problems with my throat the express care & hospital both said it was strep throat, I knew it wasn't, finally I got a new pcp she said my thyroid was fine, she did an imaging check & found a nodule on my right thyroid, I just had a biopsy done Tuesday to make sure it's not cancerous, I pray it's not, sometimes you have to stay on your Dr if you're still not feeling right
Dr. Eric Berg is very knowledgeable and he has helped many people, he explains everything so well that you can learn. He’s a great teacher doctor person, I have yet to meet a doctor around me to take the time to really try and heal a person. We really appreciate you
I can tell you this doctor is spot on... I'm 38 and was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 17 years ago. Levothyroxine does NOT help. I've been taking it for years and so annoyed that I still have all the symptoms. The meds are useless. Especially gaining weight when I don't even eat that much at all. It's depressing and stressful.
Thank you Doctor.. Informative video.. I have started changing my diet & vitamin intake … going to share your videos. God bless you for being a real doctor!
Most GP's are clueless in this field In my experience. TSH only blood test provides inadequate data without FT4 & most importantly FT3. In addition, TPO antibodies above range typically means Hashimoto's disease.
So below range still means they’re being produce, right? And that’s still “normal” right? And why is that? Is it not possible to produce no TPO antibodies, and would that not show up on the test?
To ignore your body’s needs for all the proper nutrients may very well cause an organ in our body not to function properly . Once you take care of those needs and still have a problem then you should be concerned and seek medical help . Lots of good information like Dr. Berg out there to do self diagnosis . I have learned a lot from him .
7 early warning signs of hypothyroidism:
1. Loss of the outer part of the eyebrows
2. Thinning, dry hair
3. Decreased cold tolerance
4. Slow metabolism
5. Weight gain all over
6. Feeling tired
7. Depression
8. Other than that youre perfectly fine👌
What to do for hypothyroidism:
1. Determine the true cause
2. Take trace minerals (selenium, zinc, and iodine)
3. Don’t consume gluten
4. Take vitamin D (40,000 IU) and
*Thyrotrophin PMG* (1 before bed over three months)
Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
As a person who has hypothyroidism, I can attest to losing eyebrows not being an early sign. Cold intolerence, weight changes, hair changes ,hoarseness , low energy , foggy brain all came before , temperature drops like waves through your body, skin changes (cholesterol deposits under skin) weak ankles/ feet , anxiety, not as in worrying about stuff but as in internal tremours, heart palpatations, shortness of breath( onset asthma) AND for women, menstruel changes, i nearly bled out for instances before i was diagnosed and THEN i lost the outer part of my once thick , joined in the middle eyebrows! So if anyone wants to know about symptoms, ask me. I've been through the mill while the doctor just thought I was neurotic and overweight!
@@Marie.b thank you for sharing your experiences
Thank you for summary
@@Marie.b and did you heal?
Thank you!👍
6 years ago I discovered I had slightly elevated thyroid antibodies. The doctor said she wasn't concerned bc she'd seen much worse. I never went back to her but I did change my diet. Cut out gluten, sugar, and dairy. It was horrible at first, felt like I was dying from the detoxing, but it was definitely worth it. I just had my antibodies tested and got the results right before I watched this video and they are completely normal in range. Praise God 🙏🏼
Thanks for the advice Brittany
Yes, gluten, sugar and dairy is right, so glad for you!! Most can't figure it out.
@@user-od8qw7ti8k I was actually very sick from genetic and life stressors after my late husband passed and trying to raise my children as a widow. I could barely get out of bed. I was diagnosed with hashimoto's, leaky gut, carnitine deficiency (can't use fats for energy), mold toxicity, and Lyme's disease. Getting rid of gluten, dairy, and sugar literally saved my life.
its a lympatic system problem
Wht do you mean by detoxing in this case? How is detoxing related to quitting gluten/sugar/dairy?
I just love how it’s always about finding the root of the problem to heal.
It makes sense. What a great information and video!
That’s why Eastern medicine is so valuable. Western medicine is a band aid that throws drugs at problems… Eastern is a whole body approach going to the root of the issues.
the root problem is the lympatic system im sorry
@@Soapgirl64 👍🏻
@@gatopard77 why are you sorry?
I think perhaps the real question here is why are so many people suffering from hypothyroidism compared to say 60 + years ago. It’s not just the rise in fast food etc., but the food we consume from our grocery stores. I think dieting helps, but it’s only a small part of the equation. The US needs major changes/better regulation on what is allowed in our foods. It’s out of control as food companies only care about making higher profits. Also when healthy foods cost more than high carb foods…there’s a problem.
Dental X-rays?
I had thyroid problems at the beginning of last year and it was HEAVILY caused by stress at my job. Every time things got crazy busy, it got worse. I wish more people knew about this, especially about treating your immunity. Thank you for you videos 💙
I don’t really have a reason, but Work is a huge stress for me this last year. I developed an eye ulcer, have a small thyroid problem and other health issues. I can help me so much, except for stress- I don’t k ow what to do. But your post made me think “I’m similar”.
Watching your videos I’ve lost 25 pounds in 5 weeks. I’ve played sports my whole life and was military for 6 years. I hurt my back, gained weight (from 225 to 290)and it took 13 months to get back to some type of normalcy. In that time I was still eating 6 times a day and I started getting depressed/suicidal. Once I was able to hit the gym again I hit it as hard as I can but couldn’t drop weight (I gained more. Got up to 340). It gave me body dysmorphia. I had no gut but love handles and body was just big(defensive end offensive linemen) and not what I was accustomed to. My doctor said I had no issues but needed to lose weight so I saw a dietitian. They put me inside this egg shaped machine that give a body breakdown. Long story short I followed what they said to the letter but nothing worked. Watching your videos helped me immediately, I started a 4/20 intermittent fast along with my workouts and a protein rich keto friendly diet. I had to understand my body is different and seeing a dietitian I did listen for my own good but they did give me more of a cookie cutter experience for my body. You can’t say someone is built like a linebacker(with a high energy motor) and then give them a plan for a regular person who doesn’t work like you do. I thank you and my wife thanks you. I’m finally starting to look how I workout.
Congratulations on your weight loss. I gained about 40 pounds during menopause and I was trying everything to lose weight. I was experiencing joint pain everywhere, especially my back. Went to the doctor and all she would say it’s a part of getting older and prescribe me mild pain pills. Got so bad I’d be up all night online trying to find out what could be causing it. That’s when I found Dr Berg, Dr. Ken Berry and Dr. Sten Ekberg, and others who I start listening to. I stared KETO and within a few days all my pain was gone and the weight just came off and I’ve kept it off for 4 years now. And when cheated around The holidays, I’ve eaten sugar, or too many carbs pain would return with a vengeance. Keep on going.
This was inspiring. Long may you live bro.
Thanks for sharing. As a RN, please consult your physician before starting a weight loss program especially if you are taking medications. Your doctor should suggest that you should lose no more than 3 lbs per week. Again, I would suggest that you ask a medical license professional regarding your health maintenance regimen. Blessings to all!
I love your feedback. It's really inspiring. Thank you Dr.Berg!
@@cuprunnethover2509 hey in 7 weeks I’m down 32 pounds and I still consult my dietitian and primary care doctor along this journey. Within my meal window I get the protein and close to the calories I need to maintain good muscle mass while staying at a good calorie deficit. With it being a new journey I try to be as cautious and open to advice as possible. So far everything is working out smoothly.
After giving birth I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I had all the symptoms Dr. Berg mentioned plus swelling all around and pressure around my eyes. I was put on synthroid I took it for a year almost. In that year of taking the medication it made me feel worse. I was always sleepy tired I would sleep throughout the day and I would still wake up tired. I went to Tulum last year and I forgot my medication. The week we were out there without me taking my medication felt amazing I wasn’t tired I was active I felt great so I stopped taking the medication. I went to an all natural doctor in Los Angeles, CA. She told me straight up it wasn’t my thyroid acting up she said I had a fatty liver (usually happens when your gallbladder has been removed). She had me do a colon cleanse and then detoxed my liver. I was taking choline, catsclaw, livtron and zypan. Along with that I was drinking lots of water and eating healthy. Within a month I was glowing and I had a lot of energy I felt like a brand new person. Today I’m struggling a little again but with Dr. Bergs help I will get back to it slowly but surely.
If you can, and remember, please let us know how it works for you. Thanks.
Same here. I'm in L.A. Do you mind sharing the doctor's name? Thanks!
Yes, please, tell us the doctor's name.
Would so so love to hear the doctors name!!
So you didn’t had thyroid problems ?
I was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism and severely low vitamin D two weeks ago. I was put on vitamin D 50,000, and once a day med. I have lost four pounds in twelve days. I also do no more than 50 carbs daily. I pray the rest of the weight comes off, along with inflammation in my hands.
I’m really impressed with your comment, how are you doing? Can we be friends if you don’t mind?
That is reassuring to hear! How were you on that high dose of vitamin D?
I was taking 40,000 IUs at one point, but had to stop after a week due to cramps and palpitations. I made sure I was taking K2, zinc and magnesium too. Maybe not enough though, to balance out the increased vitamin D. Was rather cautious about taking high doses of all the supplements though.
Did you notice any side effects from the high dose of vitamin D and if so, how did you mitigate it? Hope the hypothyroidism is doing much better given it's been a couple of years since your comment!
I was on this hypothyroidism med for Hashimoto...n I lost so much hair each time I showered..I ate great too.
Now, I do t take the med, I eat well, a ketodiet n my hair grows, very little pain issues..n more.
Great video!
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto in 2004. My thyroid gland was distroyed. I was on 125 euthyrox, and I was huuuuge - 260 pounds. In 2007 i found out that hashimoto, crohn and gluten intolerance are common within famillies,- like mine. So since then ,I become grain free, no processed food ,no vegetable oils.Now I am on 75 euthyrox and never ever my thyroid was intlamated again. In my case grain intollerance was main couse of obesity, fatty liver, Hashimoto and seriouse gut problems. I am 65 now and feel better than when I was 30. So I encourage everyone to listen to your body and wise doctors , and experiment all reasonable methods to improve your health.
Wow, very happy for you!
I remember when l was very sick caused by a thyroid storm l was told that its caused by autoimmune condition and that l had to take medications for the rest of my life. I had a hyper thyroid and lost 14lbs in 10 days.
Well l could not accept the fact that l had to take pills for the rest of my life.
I did my research and found some answers to my questions. I developed a 8 week nutritional diet for myself and reversed my thyroid condition.
My thyroid is back to normal and l am happy no meds.
I told my OB that I gained weight all of a sudden... I was always starving, even though I would eat full meals. Her response: "Watch your diet. You're just getting old." Quality care i tell ya!
Endocrinologist specialist told me my youth has gone, have small portions, plenty of exercise and just accept getting older. Told me I look ok (at least 3 stone overweight). Been exercising, dieting including low carb and fasting/omad very frequently for years and still cannot shift weight gained. Always been very healthy, sporty, active, slim, fit and toned. No sympathy or interest from any doctor in uk. Even had to educate my GP re certain aspects of thyroid issues as her knowledge is very basic. Some days I find it hard to accept I have to live my life this way. They need to understand just how significantly life changing the effects of hypothyroidism has on people and due to cheap, Ineffective treatment, what effect is has on patients’ quality of life. I feel insignificant and worthless and like I’m just another hypothyroid statistic.
@@faywickens2036 American doctors are not trained in understanding the root cause of issues. They only have bandaid solutions.
@@faywickens2036 Why aren't you on Hormone replacement? including thyroid hormone. that is what cured me. if you are over 50, your hormones are LOW and will keep dwindling...do something about it. find a doctor online even if in another country. I did and I got cured. sure I have to take 2 thyroid pills everyday and some hormone gel, so what? I now feel fantastic.
Hahahahahahaha dang, you're getting old such great medical advice. 🤣🤣
Your right about UK doctors, some of them are clueless or can't be bothered @faywickens2036
I was diagnosed at 9 years old with Hypothyroidism. I'm 44 now and was finally diagnosed with 5 different food allergies: Wheat, Soy, Corn, Peanuts, and Sesame Seeds. My life thus far has been ruined because of it. Most of my life not one Dr. would take my complaints of nausea and vomiting seriously!! It took me four years after doing the research to even get a Dr. to finally give me a food allergy blood test! I'm so angry. Knowing this early in life would have changed my future completely. I was a good kid and an A & B student but as I got older the nausea became debilitating. This greatly affected my social and work life, not to mention the depression that stemmed from it. Avoiding these foods is even more socially isolating which doesn't help my depression and I am not sure what to eat now that can help me heal. Coming from a toxic family, I was often accused of making it up and ignored when I said I don't feel well. Unfortunately, they believed the incompetent doctors over me. The relationship between my parents and I is permanently damaged because of this. 😐 I hope I can find some form of happiness this late in life. I pray my body can heal enough to have my own family. I promise I will treat them better then I was treated. Much prayers needed. 💝
I myself was born with congenital hypothyroidism...but my thyroid is on the back of my tongue..lingual thyroid ..the right one isn't even there..but I too have the same symptoms as you..pregnant women need to make sure they have these nutrients prior to getting pregnant so they aren't born like us...nutritional deficiencies in the womb caused mine..
First of all throwing a pity party doesn't help. Secondly everything has a source meaning the depression. No one relationship with anyone is damaged less you want it to be. So work on letting go moving on and and forgiveness on forgiving yourself and others. Find happiness and work on some healing.❤
Hi things will get better for you just continue believe in the Lord God bless you.
God will give us all a cross to bear, but we should all be able to bear it. I've had a thyroid problem since I was 13, now I'm 35 and I've had seizures since I was 20 too. It hasn't stopped me. I've thru-hiked the AT, I have a degree and I'm a mom. Get over yourself and go live the life he gave you.
I sympathise with your plight when almost your whole life is wasted by false hood and incompetence. Tou probably also from a form of PTSD because of your childhood homelife.
Yes it is after a Very Stressful event in my life that I started noticing these symptoms. I had acne, too much fatigue, depressed also. There was no stamina even my skin started showing lot of pigmentation.
I cannot stress the importance of being stress-free.
I have Hashimotos. For years, I would have such bad gas and stomach pains after meals that I would have to lay down. I was tested for Celiac, but was negative and diagnosed with gluten intolerance. Went on Keto 6 yrs ago, and it changed my life. For the first time in 15 yrs, I was not in pain after meals, and was finally able to lose weight. Still Keto to this day. Will never go back.
Did it cause fatigue as well? Do you know why Dr. Berg said to go grain free instead of gluten free an see if that works.
@@lorimoore5589 yes, anytime your thyroid is in an underactive state, it will make you feel very tired. I avoid all grains, and all sugar.
how are your levels now? do you still need your meds or were you able to put your thyroid in remission?
@@kellycappuchino101 I take Synthroid, but I was able to lower my dose after starting Keto.
I was diagnose with Hashimoto 2015, and take two different thyroid medication ... My doctor put on Liothyronin and Levothyroxine still feel awful. Every few months my doctor checks my levels of my thyroid, all she said just cut the days of the thyroid medication from 7 days to 5 days
You know............. 20yrs in the massage therapy career, Ive learned that I'm not so stupid. It's so rewarding to be dr backed on so many conversations Ive had over the years teaching people about their bodies. 🙏💞🥰
Over 10 years I have had these symptoms, but every time doctors cannot treat me. Dear Dr. Berg you are direct on the point! I will start taking Selenium, iodine and Zinc with vitamin C tomorrow. Thank you very very much! ☺
You're blessing not only to those patients who're suffering but also to the doctors around the world to diagnose better.♥️
I refused Synthyroid, have had thyroid surgery for a nodule in Right lower lobe, have 4 in my left but all benign so far! I eat 4 brazil nuts a day and other micronutrients! I go with food over chemicals, have dealt with it all my life...ALSO it caused panic disorder and its ALL hereditary in our family! Developed mine after the birth of my first child, and stress events makes things REALLY bad! YES, I have gut issues too and I can not tolerate gluten! Its a no go for me...but STILL dealing with inflammation, I take a lot of D3 with K2, magnesium citrate, as well as other supplements but I have ALL the issues of this!
Bless Your Soul, you just gave The Best Explanation in less than 15 minutes. One of the most difficult parts of dealing with conditions, is finding clear information you can comprehend. Truth and Compassion are healing agents in themselves, Thank You for expressing them in your videos. It's why your videos are so successful. Wishing everyone a Healing & Abundance journey. Infinite Love and Gratitude 🙏🏾💗
This channel is more important than My Doctor as she seems to have no knowledge of healthcare,I have most of those symptoms but she always recommended me to take PARACETAMOL for all kinda Heath issues how sad is it 🥺THQ Dr. Berg for your daily updates on healthcare, it means a lot to me and also to those who can't find clear information about their health problems. literally you save us from blindfold medical world!!MAY GOD bless you and your family and have a lovely weekend 🥰
Most of them are pill pushers.
Pretty accurate assessment of the medical industry. All they seem to know how to do is medicate. They seem to know nothing about healing or the body.
Big Pharma trains and creates the curriculum for today's doctors. They teach only to know how to manage the Disease Process and not your Health! They practice what I call 'Cookbook medicine' following the prescription recipes to manage only disease symptoms while not trying to addresses the root cause or even a cure. A deep understanding how your health decline might have come about is not required by today's doctors. The industry is in decline and Dr. Berg is the answer.
I have to agree with this.
This is hilarious, you must live in europe
"If you get the the root cause of the problem, the problem resolves."
Absolutely the truest words spoken.
Thank you Dr Berg for all you do. You've helped so many people. 💛
I have no thyroid due to I had a cancer spot and calcium deposits severe inflammation
It doesn't go away! NON of my husband's specialist told or educated 🤔 us on this! The DAMAGE is done! He has hoshimato Brain brain & pushed him 😅early all at 45 he's on ssi
Had my Thyroid fully removed 😢 i now take Levothyroxine. Back to feeling sluggish , anxiety , hot sweats , feet tingling, always exhausted. It went untreated for years and damaged my heart. My doctor recently increased my medication as in the Levothyroxine. She stated my Thyroid was acting ' crazy ' and the numbers were high.
Praying this higher dosage works. Prayers for all living with this.
How are you doing now? Hopefully so much better.
By my understanding 💁levothyroxine eats up the calcium from your bones.
🇺🇸USA🌌 so I've
💁stopped taking Levothyroxine years ago. April 25, Thur.2024
@davidaltamirano6828 Grazie for your kindness. It's a lifelong condition that now requires medication. It damaged my heart. By the grace and mercy of God, I'm still here. 🙏 appreciate your comment /kindness.
@@blissfulentertainment7This sounds awful....I'm feeling sorry for you. Would you mind saying how much Levothyroxine you're now taking daily?
@domnichen12 off the top of my head I'm not sure. If it hadn't been for this comment I would have forgotten I needed a refill. Thank you.
I have days that are better than others. My condition is slightly different from Miss Wendy Williams's. ( I think ) if I didn't state prior it led to heart problems because it went untreated for so long. I take Jardiance, Furosemide, Amlodipine, Carvedilol, and Eliquis daily. There's more but.... It's exhausting ( can be ). I had my Thyroid removed, but this is the damage it caused. I urge everyone, male or female, to have their Thyroid checked. 🙏
DR Berg my pals is 84per minute and I have fat liver ,but I full of energy and I feeling good Every day I walking 6km GP set I have thyroiditis How I can help my self I trust you You my angel ❤❤❤
You completely described me in 2014. I started keto and intermittent fasting in 2016 and went from 130 to 107 today. Your channel has helped immensely. Good nutrition, supplements, sleep, and strength training and my thyroid counts are very good now.
I was suffering from systemic joint pain, sciatica for many months. I couldn't sleep or barely walk. I went to 6 different specialists. They did everything from removing my wisdom teeth to drugging me with daily Aleve, sulsafazine, penicillin, oxycodone etc. The Rheumatologist talked about putting me on a biologic after diagnosing me with an autoimmune disorder, even though I tested negative for all the tests, xray and then an MRI. The lady said go see your obgyn after reviewing my MRI results, "you have some cysts on your ovary, it looks like PCOS". I never heard of it. I did go to the obgyn, they did nothing as usual, cysts ruptured and put me in the hospital 2 months later. During all this time between doctors, I was still in severe pain throughout my body. I read about Keto and started watching Dr. Berg's videos. Since none of the doctors helped me and wanted to give me the hard drugs, I never filled the increased dose my Rheumatologist gave me, she said the increase was because I was going to get worse. I went home tossed what I had left, since I had started keto and felt better. Before my 90 days were up, I had zero pain. It'll be 3 yrs in September and I didn't get worse like she said. There're a lot of quacks/frauds out there. I lost a lot of trust since, seems many are just guessing 😕 anyhow, by the end of the 90 days, I also got back down to 121, a weight I hadn't seen in over 10 yrs with no help from the medical community in all that time. Turns out I probably had PCOS for over 15 yrs and seen several obgyn doctors every single year and nothing. Smh
What type of keto? Are you saying this helped your thyroid? We're you able to get off Synthroid?
Please let me know also I've been sluggish my self with being Hypo thyroid since 2017 after since I lost my thyroid the Doctor told me I would feel better after idoit radiation and I don't plus doing these diet and no improvement so I'm hoping with these books and apps I can learn something different that can help me and other people .
Plz share diet?
@@fashionvlogs3452 whole fat yogurt breakfast, 10,000 IUs of vitamin D, two capsules of K2 M7, 400 mg of magnesium to potassium, teaspoon of cod, liver oil, two 600 mg NAC, 20 g collagen, peptide 5 g of leucine powder, every other day, 5 g of creatine. That is breakfast. Lunch is 3 ounces of Colby cheddar cheese, olives, tomato slices for vitamin C or green bell pepper. Dinner is carrots, steamed broccoli, baked potato and it’s best if you can do a second day baked potato for a lower glycemic value, and a protein of steak or chicken breast or fish fillet broiled or steamed. For dinner I try to have a protein and two or three vegetables. I put loads of butter on everything. Also, you can put a touch of iodine on your wrist and if you need iodine, it will absorb it through your skin.
From my very first diagnosis, I begged to see an endocrinologist. The answer was always "there's a waiting time so we just won't refer you" I've had whacked thyroid for better part of 2 decades. I eventually had an autoimmune issue deserving of leukemia chemo. I haven't taken synthroid since. My low metabolism is linked to my hormones as I am going through early menopause. Life is weird and drs don't know everything and certainly not more than I do about my own body.
You’ve given me more information than any 10 doctors I’ve seen!!!!
Thank you, Dr. Berg. I've had thyroid cancer twice, the first in 2007 and again in 2014. Hypothyroidism is the worst; tired and cold all the time. My biggest complaint is the weight gain. I've been a vegan for decades and careful about what I eat. Nothing I do gets rid of the lbs. But the good news is so far, so good with no reoccurring cancer. Thank you, again,
Veganism made my hypothyroidism so much worse. Once I started eating 95% animal products, I was able to reduce my thyroxine dosage by 35mcg!. I had fish twice a day and red 4 times a week and managed to lose 40lbs, I've suffered with thyroid issues for 20 years before that
I’m vegan too for 8 years now and having weight problems. I tell the doctor that I’m vegan and then they tell me lose weight even though I eat healthy. It’s an endless cycle of that. And my blood test came back low thyroid. Well, come to find out my body was telling me what foods I shouldn’t eat and a lot of them were vegan I.e. soy, gluten, almonds, kale - all things that effect the thyroid. Just putting that out there. I don’t know what to do now. Food has been giving me a lot of anxiety.
Do you have any tips on what to consume?
My niece had thyroid cancer they removed hers
I had papillary thyroid cancer and had half of my thyroid removed in July 2018. Intake Synthroid daily along with D3 and calcium. When you loose part or all of your thyroid your calcium levels drop tremendously. I had the number one doctor in the country do my surgery. Dr.Gary Clayman and he guaranteed me I wouldn’t return. He took half of my thyroid out and 8 lymph nodes that had cancer in them. I know it’s hard to find a good doctor these days. I to have issues with weight gain since my surgery. I was 100 lbs. prior and not I’m at 123 lbs. and like you said it’s not about what you eat because I too eat healthy.
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Dr. Berg, I am beyond grateful to you for sharing this video. After giving birth to my son 14 years ago, I started losing my hair rapidly. I was told postpartum shedding is normal but my shedding never stopped. I spent so much money purchasing hair products just to find something to stop the shedding, nothing worked. My outer eyebrow portion thinned dramatically, cold intolerance has been another issue of mine. Now I know why I am always feeling so drained. Dr. Berg thank you thank you thank you for sharing this video. Wish I had my answers years ago, because my hair has thinned out so much, but I thank you for finally shedding some light on what may be happening in my body. My doctors never figured it out. I am sure so many of us are so blessed by your videos.
He has videos on growing your hair after hair loss, look it up.
@@onBview Thanks
A "symptom" I've been experiencing from hypothyroidism is my eyes practically never blink. This actually comes in handy when engaging in staring contests, so I'm leaving it untreated as opposed to asking my doctor. When I visit my doctor and don't try to tell him anything, he's so relieve to have a patient without a list of questions of things to either ask him or tell him I get a discount on my co-pay. He always says jokingly - "You must never watch TV. ''cause if you did, you'd have a whole list of questions to ask me and things to tell me about."
I’ve had sluggish thyroid problems since my 20s Was diagnosed with parathyroid problem in my late 40s.Had parathyroid surgery twice and removal of one thyroid as well. They still want me on levothyroxine.Drs say it’s a forever medication, Thank you for all this information that sits well in my gut👍😀 Makes sooo much sense!
This information has superceded any offered by my physician. Have been on synthroid for 10 years with no results. Thank you Dr. BERG!
I developed Hashimoto’s after getting my so-called “immunization” for TB. That was the last time I will get a jab for ANYTHING! It took three children from me (due to miscarriage). But after two years of healing my gut (about three or four years after the jab) I was mostly healed and have two children as proof of my healing!👏🏾 I only say “mostly” because I had other symptoms later, but addressed them again and now I feel MUCH better!🎉 Thank you for the colostrum suggestion, btw, it helped a LOT!
Hashimoto’s CAN be healed, so be encouraged!❤
I was told I need thyroxine over 7 years ago, many people said I could die if I don’t take it ! 🤔 I’m still here … 🙌
Had no symptoms. A friend of a friend who is an endocrinologist with the experienced 'eye' noticed slight changes on my neck over a casual dinner invite. Tumor had been there for 8 years, 'hiding' and growing towards the inside. Had it removed 4 years ago. All is well now. Writing this for the sake of doing annual check ups, since the symptoms may not occur/be seen/felt, etc. Hope this helps if somebody sees the comment.
My ear nose and throat doctor found my thyroid cancer. Life saver!
@@CharlotteOConnor How did ear nose doctor check for thyroid.
@@josephsmth646 he was feeling my throat and felt a nodule one of the many things he does since he’s an ear, nose and throat doctor
@@CharlotteOConnor how are you btw ? Recovered from weak thyroid function ? And do you by any chance had any gut issues or took birth control pills prior to your thyroid weak function ? Stay safe sister.
@@josephsmth646, I had IUD Mirena for 8 years and no cycle, in 5 years I had abnormal labwork:low D3, and elevated TPO Antibodies - 235.
I want to say doctor u are amazing your continuos help in healthcare will make a tremendous difference I feel more comfortable watching and learning about my body than to continue going to doctor doing this for year and can never get a solution so thank u
Someone close to me was recently diagnosed as having a “adanoma” on one of her parathyroid’s. She was originally admitted to the hospital because her blood pressure suddenly went very high and she was very agitated and ill. Blood tests revealed calcium levels of 12.6, and they have been working to get it lower for over two weeks now until they can get her in for surgery to remove the adanoma.
Ive jsut been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and the doctor set himself it's probably hashimoto's but still wants me to go on thyroxine I am refusing I'm looking at alternatives I thank God I found this channel thank you Dr berg
I 'm an italiano doctor and I'm childhood psichiatry I'm following your video.
I have these symptoms
1. Loss of the outer part of the eyebrows
2. Thinning, dry hair
3. Decreased cold tolerance
4. Slow metabolism
but i got my thyroid tested last week and it's normal
N anxiety
I had none of these symptoms, maybe a case could be made for slow metabolism…..here I am diagnosed and on meds because my levels not normal.
Did you have your Free T3, Free T4 and Reverse T3 checked? Most doctors only test TSH and tell patients they are "normal" when they actually have hypothyroidism.
Where in the normal range of which tests? Did Dr order full Thyroid panel including both antibodies and reverse T3 (R3) ? Sometimes if results are borderline, you can still benefit from treatment,or optimizing hormone levels.
I'm not surprised my thyroid problems started back up due to stress. Last year and up to early the first half of this year I've been stressed. Suffered Burnout even. I didn't want to be stressed or burnt-out but I'm trying to fix any damages I've done to my thyroid and other parts of my body. This video was very very helpful.
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's when I was 20. My cortisol levels were extremely high. 7 years later diagnosed with Coeliac disease. I had Coeliac disease for a long time before I finally was correctly diagnosed. Symptoms from both conditions have improved immeasurably when I removed Gluten from my diet.
I've tried keto and believe it worked (but wasn't sustainable for me because it raised my cholesterol significantly. I am wondering if you found any bread replacement? I think glueten free bread tastes like sawdust.
@@Whatisalex we have some decent gluten free bread variety's in Australia made by local supermarkets
@@kjorsss429 do you know the brand name of the good one and will see of we have it here in 🇨🇦
@@Whatisalex Tip Top is a good brand, but not sure if it's only in Australia
I have had all these symptoms for 10 years but no test shows hypothyroism, hashimoto, too high estrogen or low iodine. Now resently I did an other sort of test and it shows I have extremely low zinc and selenium 😐
Thank you for all your videos Dr. Berg 🙂
I've been on medication for 29 years. It has never seemed to do much but help me keep gaining weight. I'm heavier now than when I was 9 months pregnant! So depressed and absolutely HATE every social event.
You’re not alone!! Suffering right along with you…
I just did a thyroid blood test and my doctor told me I may develop hypothyroidism. This video is right on time!
Certain foods can upset your Thyroid. Am glad your research is very helpful. Blessings 🙌
Most doctors nowadays are trained to know the “business” of the United States healthcare system and NOT how to “care” for the “health” of its citizens… Dr. Berg you are an Angel sent here to help us all be truly healthier, you are special THANK YOU!!!!!!
Thank you for your kind message. Greatly appreciate it!
Yes, you are right. My PCP just prescribed hormone medications, that's it. My neighbor with hypothyroidism visited PCP, endocrinologist, cardiologist, none of them told them as Dr.Berg, none of them recommended a GF diet. They told all the food is necessary.
You are a true blessing, Dr. From Cairo,Egypt.
Every time I was pregnant I would develop diabetes and thyroid issues. I was lethargic and depressed. My doctor told me to wait until I have my baby and it should resolve itself. Well it didn’t, I’m so fortunate I never took any prescriptions that were prescribed. My doctor said if the medications doesn’t work than he would remove the thyroid 😮. I never went back and that was in 2018. Thank you Dr. Berg for all of this useful information you share with us!!! What did we do to get this blessed 😇. I did what you said and went back and my levels are normal and my nodules has shrunken.
Thank u doctor.. U're are a gem of a person. Stay safe stay healthy and keep us healthy too ❤
Why this video doesnt surprise me? I went to an endocrinologist, and mentioned that my general doctor is increasing my dosage of levothyroxin every few months (I started from 75 over a year ago and now Im on 150 mg) and I found that worrying, so I wanted an specialist’s opinion, specialist said that was fine, I also mentioned that the time period where I completely stopped eating gluten based foods I noticed an improvement on my overall wellbeing, so I thought it might be related to some sort of gluten intolerance (never made the connection with the hypothyroidism), well, made a bloodtest, now I know I dont have gluten intolerance 😂. Why arent we told these kinds of EXTREMELY IMPORTANT things from specialists to the point that if it it werent for RUclips’s algorithms Iwouldnt know? Thank you for sharing your findings with the world and for youtube actually recommending something that actually matters! On a side note, I cant consume synthetic selenium, it disturbs my heart rate giving me arrhythmia.
You're welcome. Glad to share this info. Thanks for watching!
I've had mine tested and it always comes back normal, yet I have almost all of the symptoms. I did stop eating gluten which is helping!
Wow...hypothyroidism runs in my family. I got diagnosed halfway through my bachelor's degree. I did not realize that stress can active it. I'm getting my masters and have been really stressed out. I feel like my medication just patches my symptoms. I'm definitely going to try this. I don't want to rely on medicine. I'm too young to be on medication. Thank you!
I have all 7 symptoms mainly got extremely bad after my second pregnancy. This doctor has helped me so much and also for plantar fasciitis video correlates with this for me! I currently do not have insurance and have been paying out of pocket and have paid a ton of money with little to no help from my doctor. After watching his videos just adjustments made as far as diet, vitamins and techniques have helped me more than anything else I have tried! Thank you so much! I really needed help! I have been in constant pain and really suffering! 🙏🏽😢
Male late 30s. Started getting hypothyroidism symptoms 5 years and was officially diagnosed, started off with 150 mcg synthroid, dropped a little to 137 mcg. It's genetic for me and there's nothing I can do about it. Appreciate the video, good luck to those who can get out of it.
You need both synthroid and liothyronine. Or else you will continue to suffer.
Hypothyroidism isn't genetic and is completely reversible. You have to change your diet and probably need to detox. You may have genetic conditions that can affect your health but that doesn't mean you have to activate those genes with an unhealthy lifestyle.
As someone who’s been dealing with Hashimotos for almost 20 years and full time trying to get alternative solutions for 7 years, this video is by far one of the best I’ve come across. Thank you dr berg for your raw authentic honest research
You're welcome. Glad you find this useful. Thanks!
It's been 20 for me and it worse now than ever ruining my life along with a brain tumor and now a mass in my gall bladder wall. I feel awful.
@@divinetiming8422 have you tried parasite cleansing? I’ve just started and having daily ropeworm come out. Lots of people seem to have them who have Lyme, thyroid issues, chronic illness etc
@@Missgevious What????
Hello, can you say what you are using for the deworming?
So much awesome information that my doctor is not aware of! My doctor that was aware of this and got me on a path of healthier living, GF, grain-dairy-soy free - passed away and there is no one else in the are as educated as she was about thyroid issues. She did diagnose me with Hashimotos - Leaky Gut - Adrenal Fatigue. I do not take any thyroid hormone - I am taking your VITAMIN D3 + K2 - 40,000 IU's per day along with several other supplements you mentioned here as well as others. In fact, I have followed your healthy keto plan for 1.5 years now - lost 60 lbs - but lost a lot of fat around my belly, thighs, and Hips. My question is this... do I continue taking the 40000 IU's per day of VIT D3 + K2? I've lately seen some "healdlines" online about overdosing on Vitamin D.
I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism 2 yrs ago. I had every symptom on the list with cold intolerance being the worse. The cold intolerance started as a teenager and became worse as I got older. Doctors could never give me a reason why this was happening. I’m now 49 years old and just now getting the answers I need from Dr Bergs videos and other holistic doctors I follow. I just ordered the D3K2. I have been supplementing with Iodine 5% and have seen some improvement. Hopefully adding the Selenium will help as well.
I was just telling my friend about this morning. I’ve been on thyroid medication for 45 years!!!! I am always fatigued.
Use iodized salt in your cooking!
Love your channel so much doctor Berg. Thank you for your honesty and knowledge , it’s always so helpful !
Thanks for this video Dr Berg. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism the year before last but given the symptoms I think I have had it for a lot longer than my GP says. I had been having blood tests roughly on an annual basis but the surgery receptionists - not the GPs at this point - kept telling me that all my results were OK and I didn't need to see a doctor. It actually took one of their practice nurses saying to me "did anyone tell you that you needed more blood tests after your last lot?" and me saying "well no, the receptionist told me everything was normal" for me to find out that everything wasn't actually "normal" and they wanted to investigate things further. I'm now being tested every three months and am prescribed levothyroxine at 100 microgrammes a day. But I haven't really been feeling any better. I feel the cold more, my OA plays up like crazy, my metabolism seems to have slowed right down and my joints are so painful (I'm taking 4 different types of tablets for the arthritic pain) and I'd put a lot of this down to menopausal issues. Also, the hospital won't test for Hashimoto's even though I and my GP have requested it because apparently "they like to try everything else first" which seems totally counter-productive to me!
Do yourself a favor and just go supplement with sea kelp it will change everything or make a huge improvement.
I'm completely living this same exact issue and response from medical! It's so frustrating.
I hope you've found relief?
I have a few genetic disabilities. HOWEVER, treating with supplements and an appropriate diet has staved off the majority of problems. Thank you Dr Berg. Our bodies are meant to heal and adapt, if just given the right balance and opportunity. Sleep, diet, exercise, low-stress, laughing and smiling goes a long way toward good health.
You are 💯 percent right! How are you doing now? ❤❤❤
Best video I have seen on hypothyroidism I’ve seen yet.
Wow how did you know I needed this video? I have all the symptoms and recently started searching , mine started very slowly after having my second babe + plus building a house =stress! Baby is now 4 years old and I’m really noticing depression and my energy is so so low, I started putting on weight very fast after I weaned here 2 years ago. I am 70% gluten free but will deff put that to 100% and go grain free as well. I don’t have much of an appetite anyway! Wow I’m just so thankful for you right now Dr. ❤️
Dr. Berg, you are my SUPERHERO!!! Some doctors tell me I have low thyroid, others tell me I'm fine. I do not know who to believe. I watch your videos everday! THANKS A LOT!!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖
That's what I have. "underactive thyroid"
Dr Berg I love your program. You go right to the subject and give us the information we need explaining it simply giving us the early warning signs, the causes, and the natural cures to lessen or stop the body from the deficiencies causing its unhealthy direction. You don't waste our time entertaining us. I value your information and trust your conclusions. Thank you.
I have elevated cortisol levels due to work and after my wife passed away it got alot worse. My doctor put me on t4 for now. He said it's temporary but for now it was needed
Dr Berg’s videos on cortisol, on t4, ect, may help.
All my symptoms fully set in after caring for my grandmother who had dementia. We did that for nearly 7 years.
This is exactly my problem. I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 4/5 years ago (as well as a genetic mutation that doesn't allow me to absorb vitamin B12 which I always lack and a slight insuline resistance) and have been on medication ever since. I am treating my thyroid with hormones and it seems to work in the sense that all the levels are now ok but my symptoms are all still there. Apart from the loss of the eyebrows and the dry hair, everything else is there: always fatigued and depressed, thin hair, can't tolerate cold weather, difficulty in losing weight despite eating a somewhat balanced diet and so on. We were never able to identify the root cause of this hypothyroidism so my doctor just came to the conclusion that it must have been caused by some flu. But after seeing this video, I am definitely gonna suggest him to do more research, especially since my insuline resistance could be linked to it!
Hi! Any updates on your research? It will be really helpful!
Since I take Lugol's Iodine 5% which means three drops every day as well as Zinc, Selenium, Vit C, VitB complex and Iron, I have so much energy like never before. I used to take over a decade lthyroxin 50 but it made me so nervous, restless and at some point got panic attacs in the morning. I just stopped using them and consulted my doc. Luckily she agreed with me, because my Iodine was quite low. But I learned by myself and made some research.
Can I ask what iron you use. My levels are down to below 3 and can not have transfusion for medical reasons. Thank you
@@bellab8412 do you mind sharing what your medical reason is? I was thinking about transfusions and wonder in what case they could be harmful
@@hyunjin7447 I do not have any good viable veins in my entire body except for my groin and neck vein. So when I need a simple blood test it turns out to be a nightmare.
@@hyunjin7447 I think iron transfusions if needed are great. I'm sure your doctor would let you know if it was unsafe. ×
@@bellab8412
Vitamin C helps your iron levels go up. They work together.
So, if iron stays down, add vitamin C.
This was very insightful, but depressing at the same time😞All of these problems started for me after I had my kid and it’s been such a struggle to get well. Not to mention money spent on meds, food to maintain the recommended diet, literally stressing why nothing has been working
I honestly can attribute my hypothyroidism (and my oldest daughter's) to decades of domestic violence/abuse. She's been on levothyroxine for over 12 years; I've been on it for at least 8 years. Neither of us have had any improvement in our symptoms despite increasing the dosages. For the past 4 years, my labs have shown questionable elevated liver enzymes(making my doctor concerned about fatty liver or something else going on). I have gained over 100 lbs in the past 8 years(I went from 120 to 225,then lost 22, but am now 235). I crave sweets and other carbs, have no energy, have chronic insomnia, sleep apnea,high blood pressure, my eyebrows have been nearly non existent for years, my skin is always dry,my nails are brittle and split and break before they ever get past the nailbed. I'm so tired of feeling like I'm old at 57,especially when I see other people older than me living full and vibrant lives.
Have you figured it out, another person on this comment section had fatty liver and did a colon detox
In 1999, I had an hemithyroidectomy due to a 6cm x 11cm tumour growing down my throat. Going on the gluten free diet…no dairy either and practically no sugar. My life changed for the better.
I have Hashimotos, Graves, hypothyroidism, C-PTSD, AD(H)D - I can't work anymore. The medication has made small improvements - but my brain is sluggish. No energy, depression executive skills are gone.
My doctor says my blood levels are beautiful. She never wants to listen when I tell her something more is wrong with my hormones. I just can't anyone. I'm 50 now - been taking medication for 10 years. I hope that some kind of miracle will finally happen.
Have you researched MTHFR gene mutation? I’m no expert but reading about high homocysteine. And low B vitamins. I also have ADHD. Low folate. Higher end of TSH. Questioning my sanity! 😊
I take concerta 27 mg for ADD and levo/cytomel for hypothyroidism at 57. I finally have the energy to be productive on a daily basis.
Also, try a real vegitarian diet for at least 3 months!
Love you Dr. Berg .
Your passion to advice people who are struggling to be heard or action taken by local surgery doctors. Information is vital to make your own decisions
There is speculation that taking LEVOTHYROXINE may cause SIBO (based on an article that came out a year or two ago that showed a strong connection). We've known for years that being hypothyroid (untreated) can cause SIBO, so this article felt like a "you've gotta be kidding me"/"damned if you do, damned if you don't" moment 😬
I made a whole video about this- basically, it seems the real connection was the autoimmunity itself (or rather, the duration of autoimmunity), rather than the medication. So if you're reading this and you've been frustrated and confused about how to treat your thyroid and your SIBO, please know that it is ok to take replacement meds if you need them.
What's sibo
@@TravelinRosy2025 small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. It's a common cause (or rather, more accurate diagnosis) for IBS/irritable bowel syndrome.
@@TravelinRosy2025 (continued) symptoms are typically gas/bloating, abdominal distention, abdominal pain, loss of tolerance to high fiber foods like onion, garlic, and wheat, and constipation or diarrhea.
@@TravelinRosy2025 Berg has done videos on it.
That's what I take , levothyroxine. What is sibo?
I wish we had a Dr Berg here in the U.K., I would love to see someone like him for my ongoing, chronic issues. I am getting nowhere with the NHS 🙁
Dr Sarah Myhill could help. But honestly, watching Dr Berg’s videos has been so helpful to recover from my issues.
@@healthyketoexperiment7964 thank you.
Omg, I was pregnant with my daughter when I was diagnosed as having hypothyroidism! I pray I can fix it because a study just came out that Levothyroxin causes osteoporosis! 😢😢😢😢😢
Your the best thank you❤ no doctors have ever been so thorough and helpful. They only kept me confused so I didn’t do anything because I didn’t understand them at all, and they were trying to put me on synthetic garbage that I knew it was no good in my natural body.
Over a decade ago my TSH was off, incredibly High. My doctor wanted me to go on the drugs, however since this runs in the family I opted to deal with things a natural way and went back to eating meat and staying on the vegetable and exercise regime I had been on. After a couple of years my thyroid was completely normal in range again. I never had any symptoms that anything was amiss aside from the blood tests. Had I followed that doctor's advice I would be on life-long medication and my thyroid would have been killed.
Nevermind all the other side effects I likely would have had as a result.
There is a reason that the saying is that doctors *practice* medicine
You sure it 'ran in the family'? Or was it because your family all ate the same type of foods? I'm happy you are well!
Yep! Sometimes the root cause is with diet or lifestyle. I had high cholesterol, high blood pressure (not too high ), and other issues. Change my diet, learned stress management, and exercised more, and those issues went away without taking drugs.I did take herbs such as hawthorn, ginger, etc. to aid in alleviating symptoms.
Hello! I'm in a very similar situation. I'm just wondering if you can share an update or what vitamins you took to do it the natural way? Thinking about eating meat too to help
It started when I was born, always diarrhea and liver problems, so now I have a fatty liver, IR and hashimoto. I follow all your recommendations, thank you for showing us the way❤
You may gain a lot of info from Dr. Andreas Moritz’s book - “The Liver and Gallbladder Miracle Cleanse”.
@@hopelives5197 thanks
Hello how are doing? Can we be friends if you don’t mind?
Great information but I reverse my hypothyroid In first stage with omega 3 whole eggs vitamin d vitamin c ashwagandha aloevera turmeric and shilajit also did walk daily now I'm feeling so good
you covered everything bar those of us who now don't have a thyroid at all. How do we fare in this.
Yes, a year after I gave birth, I developed an overactive thyroid! I was on Carbimozole for a year. This was 27 years ago. I appreciate this video 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I think of Dr Berg as my primary care provider
Ive been diagnosed with hashimotos for over 10 years and do not take replacement because I feel worse when I take it and I have tried them all. I'd rather feel bad than worse. Thanks so much Dr. Berg for your videos, I'm a long time follower and respect and value everything you put out.
Wait til your hair starts falling out, I started back.
@@Candy-O1776 or cancer
Very important stuff. I was born with hypothyroidism (congenital). I'm 42 and have been on thyroid medication since birth. What I noticed as I got older was, when the doctors were trying to stabilize my t3, t4, and tsh numbers, I would FEEL terrible. I would get all these weird symptoms. But when I ignored the numbers and just focused on ways to make me feel good (I do alot of emotional/energy healing), I would feel fantastic and those weird symptoms would go away. I realised my thyroid condition was caused by unresolved emotions (trauma/abuse) that I inherited from ancestors plus the ones from my childhood. It's good to always get to the root cause of our ailments. There's always an emotional origin and link to them.
Hypothroidism diagnosed during my 3rd pregnancy. Supposedly “went away” a few months after birth. But here I am with fatty liver, PCOS, insulin resistance, struggling with weight gain, fatigue, chronic migraines, hair loss, and anything else I cam think of. I eat healthy and exercise but to no avail and it’s frustrating not being able to get back to how I was before.
You have answered. A Question which plagued me why was my mother taking synthetic thank you very much
Thank you, Dr. Berg. May you and your ministry be blessed.
Wow.. the eyebrows, dry hair and cold tolerance.. totally me. But not overweight at all. My metabolism also is slow... always thought my glands and gut are weak. Only half the top symptoms.. 🤷♂️
Thanks Dr. Berg.. no doctor on earth will tell us these fundamental things about ourselves...hope they get better with their mentalities. You have been a great help to all of us.
A big "Thank you" for everything you've said în this video and not only.
A surgery induced menopause at 42 years old could be related to a huge value of tireoperoxidase antibody?
After measuring this value, 8 months ago, all I have done was intermitent festing, 2 meals/day, almost no carbohydrates, grains în general and high amounts of vit. D intake (between 10 and 30 000 IU/day for 3-4 months). Today the value is 7 times lower, from 142 to 21 IU/ml.
TSH, T4, T3 are inside the limita.
I started having problems with my throat the express care & hospital both said it was strep throat, I knew it wasn't, finally I got a new pcp she said my thyroid was fine, she did an imaging check & found a nodule on my right thyroid, I just had a biopsy done Tuesday to make sure it's not cancerous, I pray it's not, sometimes you have to stay on your Dr if you're still not feeling right
Dr Berg, you are so wonderful how you go to the root cause of illnesses. This is what we lay people need to know. Thank you so much.
Dr. Eric Berg is very knowledgeable and he has helped many people, he explains everything so well that you can learn. He’s a great teacher doctor person, I have yet to meet a doctor around me to take the time to really try and heal a person. We really appreciate you
I can tell you this doctor is spot on... I'm 38 and was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 17 years ago. Levothyroxine does NOT help. I've been taking it for years and so annoyed that I still have all the symptoms. The meds are useless. Especially gaining weight when I don't even eat that much at all. It's depressing and stressful.
check your iodine levels.
@@edithcampos9295 Thank you I will
My doctor is the best!!! He has answers for all my questions.
Thank you Doctor.. Informative video.. I have started changing my diet & vitamin intake … going to share your videos. God bless you for being a real doctor!
Most GP's are clueless in this field In my experience. TSH only blood test provides inadequate data without FT4 & most importantly FT3. In addition, TPO antibodies above range typically means Hashimoto's disease.
So below range still means they’re being produce, right? And that’s still “normal” right? And why is that? Is it not possible to produce no TPO antibodies, and would that not show up on the test?
@@RushyJam within normal range = normal.
@@kongphooey7230 so it’s normal to be producing antibodies against your own cells anyway?
@@kongphooey7230 just seems a bit confusing, or is it not normal, but at the “normal range” level there are minimal effects on the body
To ignore your body’s needs for all the proper nutrients may very well cause an organ in our body not to function properly . Once you take care of those needs and still have a problem then you should be concerned and seek medical help . Lots of good information like Dr. Berg out there to do self diagnosis . I have learned a lot from him .