If you’ve ever wondered whether your thyroid questions are too specific or if anyone else is dealing with the same confusion this episode is for you.

In this Q&A episode, I answer a mix of situational and common thyroid health questions submitted by listeners with Graves’, Hashimoto’s, and other thyroid conditions. We cover topics like thyroid antibodies, lab interpretation, medication decisions, iodine, fatigue, hair loss, nodules, and lifestyle factors such as fasting and gut health. Some questions are very individual, while others apply broadly and can help you better understand your own labs and symptoms. My goal is to give you context not one-size-fits-all answers, so you can make more informed decisions about your next steps.

If you’ve been asking yourself, “Does this apply to me?” or “Why hasn’t this been explained clearly before?”, tune in and see which of these questions helps bring clarity to your own thyroid journey.

Episode Timeline:

00:04 – Episode Overview

01:40 – Antibodies and Thyroid Eye Disease

03:35 – T3 vs T4 Medications

05:45 – Hyperthyroidism vs Graves Disease

07:05 – When Thyroid Meds Don’t Help

09:09 – Fluctuating Hyper and Hypo Labs

11:40 – Hyperparathyroidism and Surgery Questions

15:55 – Thyroid Ablation: Risk vs Benefit

18:32 – What Triggers Graves Disease

22:10 – Iodine: Helpful or Harmful?

26:10 – Hair Loss and Thyroid Imbalance

27:34 – Preventing Postpartum Thyroiditis

30:10 – Intermittent Fasting and Thyroid Health

33:00 – Gut Testing: Is It Worth It?

36:30 – Thyroid Nodules and Treatment Options

40:15 – High Cholesterol and Thyroid Issues

42:40 – Can You Stop Thyroid Medication?

45:10 – Normal TSH, Still Symptomatic

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
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When fatigue lingers, it can be a sign that the body’s ability to produce energy isn’t functioning the way it should. Could that be what’s happening in your case?.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Scott Sherr to explain why energy dysfunction is so common in chronic illness, and how methylene blue is being used clinically to support mitochondrial function, oxidative stress balance, and detoxification.

I also explain why this topic is especially relevant for people with thyroid and autoimmune conditions, based on what I see regularly in practice. We finish by discussing nervous system regulation, GABA support, and why calming the stress response is often necessary before energy can truly improve.

If you’ve been feeling worn down despite “doing all the right things,” this episode will help you think differently about what your body may actually need.

Episode Timeline:

00:02 – Episode Introduction
01:43 – Dr. Scott’s Background
06:26 – When Hyperbaric Helps
08:59 – Hyperbaric and Chronic Illness
12:51 – What Is Methylene Blue
13:10 – Why Methylene Blue Helps
18:04 – Why Energy Breaks Down
19:09 – Detox and Antioxidant Support
23:09 – Antimicrobial Effects Explained
26:59 – Acute vs Chronic Dosing
29:20 – Methylene Blue for UTIs
32:04 – Safety and Side Effects
37:33 – Thyroid and Autoimmune Support
38:55 – Energy Changes in Thyroid Patients
41:54 – Who Should Not Use
42:16 – Product Quality Differences
51:55 – Understanding the GABA System
52:41 – GABA, Anxiety, and Sleep
59:49 – When GABA Support Helps
1:03:06 – Final Thoughts and Resources

About Dr. Scott Sherr:

Is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) specialist. His clinical practice is built on HOMe as its foundation, complemented by an integrative approach to hyperbaric oxygen therapy that incorporates cutting-edge and dynamic HBOT protocols, comprehensive laboratory testing (utilizing the HOMe framework), targeted supplementation, personalized practices, synergistic technologies (both new and ancient), and more.

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To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

It’s now 2026 and if you want to move your thyroid health forward, this episode will help you rethink where to focus.

In this episode, I share ten (10) healing priorities for Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s to focus on as we settle into the new year. We talk about why stress management and nervous system support remain foundational, how extreme fasting can actually slow progress, and why small, consistent adjustments tend to be more sustainable and more effective than drastic changes.

I also address common questions about foods like cruciferous vegetables, explain the role of gut health through my 5R framework, and discuss why vitamin D and omega-3 levels matter. This isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about choosing a few priorities and building from there.

If you’re starting the year looking for a steadier, more realistic approach to thyroid healing, this episode will set you straight in that direction.

Episode Timeline:

00:03 – Why These Tips Matter in 2026

01:10 – Take Stress More Seriously

05:20 – Support the Nervous System

08:55 – Avoid Extreme Fasting

11:45 – Go to Bed Earlier

13:40 – Reduce Microplastics and Glyphosate

16:20 – Eating Broccoli Without Fear

18:05 – The 5R Gut Healing Approach

20:35 – Optimize Vitamin D and Omega-3s

22:45 – Always Support the Immune System

24:10 – Work With an Experienced Practitioner

25:45 – How to Pace These Changes

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

There’s a point where labs, diet, and protocols stop explaining why symptoms linger and that’s where this episode begins.

Healing doesn’t always stall because the body lacks the right nutrients or protocol. Sometimes it’s because the brain and nervous system are still holding unresolved trauma. Dr. Louise Swartswalter explains how neurobiofeedback and trauma release work can influence regulation, resilience, and the body’s ability to heal.

So If you’re open to exploring how brain health and trauma resolution might fit into a root-cause thyroid healing approach, this episode will give you a thoughtful place to start. Listen Now

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Preview

01:41 – Podcast Intro

02:06 – Why This Episode Matters

03:23 – Personal Health Journey Begins

08:25 – Motivation to Keep Healing

09:13 – Biofeedback vs Neurobiofeedback

10:36 – Energy Medicine Explained Simply

13:49 – Healing Can Be Remote

16:50 – Trauma and Chronic Illness

18:53 – Faith vs Fear Balance

20:47 – Hidden and Womb Trauma

21:35 – What Rewiring the Brain Means

25:23 – Releasing Fear Changes Healing

29:11 – Bronx Zoo Trauma Example

33:38 – Live Brain Integration Session

36:06 – Small Trauma, Big Impact

39:20 – How to Work With Dr. Louise

42:44 – Post-Episode Reflections

About Dr. Louise Swartswalter:

Dr. Louise Swartswalter is a naturopath, frequency medicine practitioner, transformational coach, speaker, and mentor serving women and men worldwide. She is the creator of the Brain Soul Success Academy and the B.R.A.I.N. System™, a multidimensional approach that works with the mind, body, soul, and energetic field to support lasting change.

With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Louise blends naturopathy, NLP, kinesiology, trauma-release work, and energy-based modalities to help people improve brain function, reduce stress, and move past long-standing blocks.

Connect with Dr. Louise Swartswalter:

• Website - https://louiseswartswalter.com/
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LouiseSwartswalter1/
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drlouiseswartswalter/
• Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/LouiseSwartswalter

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

If gut cleanses are supposed to help with different health conditions, why do so many people feel worse or unchanged?

Gut cleanses, detoxes, and parasite protocols are often positioned as the missing piece for autoimmune thyroid conditions, but the results don’t always match the promise. This conversation breaks down what people really mean when they say “gut cleanse,” where these approaches can be helpful, and why focusing only on clearing things out can leave the immune system stuck in high gear. It also explores how medications, detox pathways, gut repair, and nervous system balance intersect, and why timing and sequence matter more than doing “more.”

If you’ve tried cleanses hoping they’d finally calm your symptoms, this will help you understand what may be holding you back and how to approach gut health with more clarity and confidence. Tune in before you try another cleanse.

Episode Timeline:

0:00 – What Is a Gut Cleanse

2:10 – Do Cleanses Help Graves

4:05 – Gut Cleanse vs Detox

6:15 – Parasite Cleanse Explained

9:10 – When Cleanses Backfire

11:30 – Medications and Gut Health

14:05 – Why Removal Isn’t Enough

16:40 – The 5R Gut Framework

19:45 – Timing Matters for Healing

22:10 – Big Picture Takeaway

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

If your body hasn’t been cooperating lately, you might be relieved to hear why that’s more common and more fixable than you think.

Philip Pape and I dug into the deeper reasons why so many people struggle with fat loss, muscle loss, and long-term consistency, especially when thyroid health or chronic stress is part of the picture. We talked about protein needs, the role of strength training as we age, why fasting isn’t a magic solution, and how undereating can work against your goals. Philip also shares a very down-to-earth way of thinking about metabolism, recovery, and flexible nutrition that I find a lot of people benefit from hearing again in a simple, practical way.

For anyone who’s been frustrated by slow progress, tuning in may help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Preview
01:29 – Podcast Intro
03:55 – Philip Pape Background
07:03 – Why Weight Loss Fails
10:11 – Stress and Metabolism
11:52 – Muscle and Fat Recomposition
13:52 – Intermittent Fasting Explained
16:09 – Training Fasted Safely
18:30 – Resistance Training Frequency
21:09 – How Heavy Should You Lift
23:27 – Weights vs Bodyweight
25:34 – Nutrition for Muscle Building
26:45 – Carbs and Thyroid Health
31:20 – Flexible Eating Approach
32:56 – Protein Powders Pros and Cons
35:45 – Creatine Monohydrate Benefits
36:49 – Key Supplements Overview
39:22 – Nutrient Density Focus
40:51 – Food Tracking Apps
43:58 – Fitness Lab App
44:27 – Sustainable Fat Loss Strategy
46:01 – Where to Find Philip
46:31 – Podcast Outro
46:52 – Post-Episode Reflections

About Philip Pape:
Philip Pape is a certified nutrition coach and the host of Wits & Weights, a Top 25 (Top 1%) nutrition podcast for people who want to build muscle, lose fat, and transform their health with evidence-based strategies. Through his coaching and podcast, Philip helps busy professionals cut through confusion around food and fitness so they can finally look, feel, and perform at their best, especially in their 40s and beyond.

Connect with Philip Pape:
Podcast - witsandweights.com/podcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/witsandweights/
Free Guide: Strength training for hormone health - https://www.witsandweights.com/free/strength-training-for-hormone-health

📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork: https://witsa

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

Hyperthyroidism can feel chaotic until you understand the system behind your symptoms. Are you recognizing them?

This episode walks through the five (5) parts of the SAVED Thyroid Method, a healing framework that I recommend to my patients. SAVED serves as an acronym for each step, detailing how every component can gently influence antibody activity in hyperthyroidism.

If you’ve been trying to make sense of your hyperthyroidism and want a grounded, root-cause roadmap, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Overview

01:13 – Podcast Intro

01:37 – Saved Method Overview

02:10 – Symptom Management Approaches

06:55 – L-Carnitine Research Update

09:20 – Lithium and Other Options

10:18 – Adrenals and Blood Sugar

14:55 – Insulin Resistance Markers

16:58 – Vanquish Infections & Gut Health

20:10 – Five-R Gut Healing Steps

22:45 – Food Reactions and Diet

24:55 – Toxin Exposure Basics

26:20 – Hidden Trigger Categories

28:36 – Community and Training Details

29:58 – Podcast Outro

30:18 – Post-Episode Chat

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

The path to lowering antibodies isn’t always quick, but it becomes clearer once you know which five areas matter most.

In this conversation, I walk through what thyroid antibodies actually mean and why they can fluctuate from one test to the next. I then break down five approaches that consistently make a difference, strengthening the foundations of health, addressing personal triggers, supporting gut health, reducing oxidative stress, and understanding when something like Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) might play a role. The goal is to help you see where your efforts matter most and why a layered approach usually works better than relying on a single strategy.

If you’ve been trying to make sense of your antibodies or you’re looking for next steps, you’ll find this episode helpful to listen to.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 — What Thyroid Antibodies Are

01:15 — Types of Graves’ Antibodies

03:45 — Why Antibodies Fluctuate

05:10 — Way #1: Foundations First

08:20 — Foods & Common Triggers

10:45 — Stress, Toxins, Infections

12:50 — Way #2: Remove Triggers

14:05 — Way #3: Heal the Gut

16:40 — Way #4: Reduce Oxidative Stress

18:30 — Supplements for Antibody Support

19:45 — Way #5: Low-Dose Naltrexone

21:10 — Summary of All Five Steps

22:00 — Invitation to Free Challenge

To learn more about the Hyperthyroid Healing Diet Challenge visit Savemythyroid.com/challenge2026

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s
Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com.

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles

Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos

Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid

Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308

Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books:
http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks

Work with Dr. Eric:
https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/