Podcasts about liothyronine

Navigating the different medication options for thyroid disease, like Hashimoto's, can be overwhelming, especially when you're not feeling well, and people don't always receive all the information that's out there. That's why this week, I'm clarifying the difference between synthetic and desiccated thyroids and the medications available. I cover: Levothyroxine, also known as Synthroid, and the benefits of synthetic hormones.  Liothyronine, also known as Cytomel, how it works, when it helps the most, and potential risks. Desiccated Thyroid Hormones, or desiccated pig thyroid, how they work, and the potential benefits and problems.  Remember, there is some trial and error to the process, so be sure to continue to test your levels and don't accept the first option you're given if it's not working for you. Have a topic you'd like me to cover? Send me a DM on Instagram! ⁠Fullscript Supplement Dispensary⁠

On this episode, Jared discusses thyroid health with Dr. Todd Cameron, his own personal Functional Medical Physician. Dr. Cameron explains why TSH numbers on blood tests are only a small part of the bigger picture, and how levothyroxine (synthroid) isn't likely the answer to solving your thyroid issues. You will learn about the various other thyroid hormone numbers that matter and why they matter. You will also learn about the reference or “normal range” in blood test labs and why it doesn't mean optimal. This episode is loaded with information you probably have never heard before.Products:   LugoTab Iodine TabletsTerry Naturally Tri-IodineSolaray SeleniumAdditional Information:Dr. Westin Childs - YouTubeCameron Wellness + Spa Phone Number: 801-486-4226Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

In this Q&A episode, I answer the listener's questions. I had some send through their question on Speakpipe in audio form and here are some of the written questions sent in:   I started Hormone therapy almost a year ago and has been life changing for me. But I want to talk to someone (like you) that knows their stuff. If what I am doing is the best for me. Is that something yall can do? hello! I've been listening to your podcast for a while now and enjoy it very much. I'm a 39 year old woman who has gained about 8 pounds in the last 6 months with no changes to lifestyle or food. In fact I have been cutting out all extra sugars and processed foods. IDK what else to do! What are your favorite skincare products that are free of chemicals? I have hypothyroidism and trying to eliminate as many toxins in my diet and skincare! I've listened to your podcasts, but I have a question. I'm 50 years old, definitely in perimenopause. I did a round of pellets in October, no need to say the least, won't be doing that again. In February I started on the low estrogen patch and 400mg ora progesterone at night. I feel a bit better, but I'm bleeding almost every day, annoying.. what should I do? What do I need from my provider? Thank you in advance! Hello, all! Okay, I have been on my journey for almost a year. I have had successes, but... I recently added thyroid meds (Liothyronine) a month ago and began injecting Semaglutide two weeks ago. My current concern is that I have become "tired"/low energy. In the last few weeks. Thoughts or advice? Hi Karen, I'm wondering what could cause periods that occur every other week. This just started happening to me in February along with awful water retention (sometimes upwards of 10 lbs) I do have hypothyroidism and possibly Hashimotos(not officially diagnosed but I have a suspicion) It was mentioned to me that I can not be on estrogen replacement therapy due to my age (33) so I'm assuming it low. Am I entering into perimenopause?? What could cause this to happen at such a young and what can I do? I should mention I am on 100mcg of Cytomel as well as 100 mg of progesterone and 5mg of testosterone or one click.. is there anything else I should look at? How do I manage this water retention? It's honestly beginning to run my life What do you know about the thyroid hormone T2? Is there a blood test available to check levels of T2? If so, what is the optimum range? Should someone with hypothyroidism take T2 or a supplement that raises T2 levels? Which ones? and more! Have a question for our next Q&A leave me an audio message at https://speakpipe/karenmartel  Try the Thyroid Fixxr T2 supplement. Losing fat and getting your energy back never goes fast enough, and optimizing your thyroid doesn't either. The power of T2 to improve your body's ability to burn fat without the jittery, hyper side effects is simply amazing… and that's what you get with Thyroid Fixxr™. All things Gut Health and How It Can Affect Your Weight, Hormones and More with Steven Wright (karenmartel.com) Interested in joining our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Book your call today to get started here.  If you are interested in our group coaching program Mastering Peri and Post Menopause including the Gold Tier, you can get the details & register here. Karen Martel, Certified Hormone Specialist & Transformational Nutrition Coach and weight loss expert.  Visit https://karenmartel.com/  Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram  

Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela MazzaRecorded 4-15-22SHOW NOTES EPISODE 6, 2022Thyroid Hormone Replacement for Hypothyroidism:  What are the Options, and How is Treatment Monitored? Host: Dr. Angela MazzaCo-host: Dawn Sheffield I'm Dr. Angela Mazza, a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida.  My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.  By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive.  My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best. I wanted to do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage folks to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage.  That's deeply fulfilling.  I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. In fact, this is why I went into endocrinology.  It's a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.     To recap some of what we discussed in episode 6—not necessarily in this order: ·       Why thyroid hormone is so important;·       The role, and types, of levothyroxine;·       The potential differences between various products;·       Hypothyroid (underactive); Hashimoto thyroiditis; monitoring;·       Thyroid hormone replacement goals and options; when to provide—and why;·       The role of T4 and T3 (see also episode 5 for additional information);·       Generic products; reverse T3; thyroid antibodies;·       What are fillers in medications?;·       Tablets, capsules, liquids—delivery systems;·       GI absorption and Hashimoto thyroiditis;·       The benefits of a reputable compounding pharmacy;·       Liothyronine vs. levothyroxine and their half-lives;·       Converting T4 effectively to T3—possible role of liothyronine;·       Forms of replacement thyroid hormones: synthetic, dessicated, compounded;·       Lab tests to monitor therapy for thyroid hormone replacement—and interpreting them;·       Following—or, tracking—lab results over tests and time;·       A medication perfect for one person may not be right for another; every person with hypothyroidism is unique, and so is their therapeutic plan. I hope this discussion on thyroid hormone replacement therapy options was helpful, and that you will continue listening to this podcast.  We'll build on today's foundation, and cover some topics I think you'll find meaningful.  We have many more interesting episodes and guests planned. In our next episode we'll cover micronutrients that are important for the thyroid. We welcome your comments, show ideas, and questions for future episodes.  Please send them to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.comWe may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. Don't forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. &nbs

Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend! I’m looking forward to sharing with you some of our community’s questions that have come in over the past few weeks… Let’s get started!    Kimberly: Hi Dr Cabral. I am a devoted listener and your protocols and FM detoxes have improved my quality of life so much. My question is, I took the J & J vaccine. My reactions were normal ( fever, chills, nausea, headache,etc). I did experience severe headaches a few weeks after receiving the jab, so my PCP referred me to ER to get CT, contrast MRI to rule out blood clots. I was fortunate not have the rare blood clot, but the MRI showed that I have an Olfactory Groove Meningioma. I never had headaches before, and I had an MRI a few years earlier to rule out pituitary tumor as a cause of my low thyroid. I have 2 questions: 1. Is it possible my immune response to the vaccine triggered the tumor to push against my nerves causing these severe headaches? 2. Would something like florafilm help keep this tumor from growing. I know I have to defer to my neurologist and her team but curious of any natural treatments for this type of brain tumor. Carmen: Hello Dr.Cabral, After a visit to the ER due to severe dehydration from a stomach flu, I was sent home with the CT results of my pancreas classified as normal. After getting home and reading the findings of the CT, the statement "extensive fatty replacement of the pancreatic parenchyma", left me a little worried. It does not sound " normal". I am 42 years old, 5'6, 130 lb, I eat fairly healthy, don't smoke or drink, but do have high cholesterol (350 total). Any thoughts? Thank you for all you do, it truly makes a difference in my everyday life Joy: Hello Dr Cabral, my question is related to the heavy metal detox supplements. It was recommended by my HC that I do the heavy metal detox based on results of the minerals and metals test. I noticed the Florafilm (in the protocol) has an ingredient from egg whites (lysozyme). When I did your food sensitivity test it showed a sensitivity to eggs. Should I avoid the Florafilm supplement because of my egg sensitivity? On a side note, if I click on just the Florafilm supplement in equi.life, that’s not included with the protocol, it lists different ingredients including no lysozyme. That confused me. Are there 2 Florafilm supplements? Thank you! Maria: Thank you for your time! My question is, i have eliminated eggs for over 6 months due to having a severe iGg reaction on my food sensitivity test. However, I had not continued with the CBO protocol due to being underweight and my health coach believed it is more important to get my body to a healthy stage as long as my digestion is okay. As I had not done the CBO protocol, I was wondering if I am able to introduce eggs to my diet as my immune system has had a long time without being exposed to the egg protein, or would it still be best to avoid eggs? This also includes a few other foods like chia seeds and cows dairy. Nicolette: Hi Dr. Stephen, first off, THANK YOU. I have gone through all your Thyroid podcasts, and feel I have a pretty strong understanding on how to heal my Hashimotos. I still work with an endocrinologist as I have been on Synthroid for 15 years. (I am 27). I started on it at a very young age. I am on an extremely high dose and have been really working to heal myself with multiple of your test, and protocols (metals and CBO). I stick to a very clean diet, workout regularly, and have really reduced my stress levels. I told my endocrinologist that since my numbers (T4, T3, TPO, reverse t3) are looking good, I would really like to start to decrease my dosage of synthroid to begin to get off of it. He said since I am still not feeling me best (weight gain, alway puffy, wake up groggy, cold hands/feet) that my body needed a change so he lowered my synthroid, but added Liothyronine. He said if I do well on this and continue to, we can work to move off them? 2 questions, being on these two medication I’m not suppose to have calcium and iron until 4 hours after. That really effects my morning smoothie with your supplements since some of them contain those. What are your thoughts on those two medications being used together and when should I consume my morning smoothie? THANK YOU! Maria: Hi Dr Cabral, forever appreciative for your knowledge! I have a quick question, I understand that heating oils is not a good idea due to oxidation, however I just read in the book I’m currently reading, that each time an oil is reheated, it breaks down and it’s chemical structure becomes more destabilised. I am unsure if that just includes oils used for deep frying, or also oils such as avocado oil when reheating leftovers? Thank you! 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Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/ You can use the link above to download your free PDF version of this video. You can also find the tips listed below: #1. Look for doctors trained in integrative medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3) #2. Look for doctors trained in functional medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3) #3. Look for doctors trained in anti-aging medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3) #4. Use google to search for “compounding pharmacies near me”, once you have a list of pharmacies call them and ask if you can have a list of doctors that prescribe bio-identical hormones or T4/T3 medications or NDT (natural desiccated thyroid). You can then try to visit doctors on that list. #5. Look for doctors who have a blog and write on it frequently. #6. Look for doctors who have written books on the thyroid. #7. Use facebook support groups and ask for patient references (You can find these by searching for facebook groups in your area or in general) #8. Contact advanced laboratory testing centers and ask for a list of doctors who utilize these tests (advance laboratories include: Genova Diagnostics, DUTCH hormone testing, Great Plains Laboratory) #9. Call local offices of endocrinologists and/or primary care physicians and ask the front desk if the doctors prescribe T3 (Cytomel or Liothyronine) and/or Natural Desiccated Thyroid like Armour thyroid. #10. Look for doctors who have certifications in anti-aging medicine, bio-identical hormone management, integrative medicine, and functional medicine in your search. Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/ - For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/ - For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/ - For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/ - For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/ I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it. If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2 This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.

Author Paul Robinson is our special interview guest on Episode 1487 of The Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb Show. Paul Robinson from RWT3,com became ill with hypothyroidism in his late twenties. For twenty plus years, he has fought through the morass of misinformation to recover his health. At first, Paul, was put on the most common thyroid treatment, but over time he became even more ill, with both low cortisol and low thyroid symptoms. Paul saw many endocrinologists and doctors, but eventually, he realised that he had to figure out what was wrong himself and he was able to recover. But the 15-year struggle had cost him his career and damaged his relationships. He had lost all of his thirties and some of his forties. In the process of getting well, he had managed to develop a safe protocol for using the T3 thyroid hormone (Liothyronine) and an innovative approach called the Circadian T3 Method (CT3M) that can correct adrenal function in many cases. At the suggestion of his family doctor, Paul wrote ‘Recovering with T3’ to explain these protocols whilst his second book, ‘The CT3M Handbook’ talks more about CT3M, based on patient experience with it.  

Hey Medicare Nation! I have a special show for you today. The FDA has issued a "Voluntary Recall" on Westminster Pharmaceuticals of all lots of their Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets). Westminster Pharmaceuticals, LLC, which has its Corporate HQ in Tampa, Florida, is voluntarily recalling all lots, within the expiration date, of Levo-thyroxine and Lio-thyronine (Thyroid Tablets) dosages of 15 mg, 30 mg, 60 mg, 90 mg, & 120 mg up to the wholesale level. These products are being recalled by Westminster Pharmaceuticals as a precaution, because they were manufactured using active pharmaceutical ingredients that were sourced, prior to the FDA’s “Import Alert”  of Sichuan Friendly Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., which is out of China.   The Recall comes as a result of a 2017 inspection where deficiencies were found with “Current Good Manufacturing Practices” (cGMP). Substandard cGMP practices…..could represent……the possibility of risk….. being introduced into the manufacturing process. To date, Westminster Pharmaceuticals has not received any reports of adverse events related to this product. Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (thyroid tablets, USP) for oral use is a natural preparation derived from porcine thyroid glands. Thyroid tablets contain both tetra-io-do-thyronine sodium (T4 levothyroxine) and lio-thy-ronine sodium (T3 liothyronine). Levothyroxine and Liothyronine tablets (thyroid tablets, USP) are indicated as replacement or  supplemental therapy in patients with hypothyroidism. Because these products may be used in the treatment of serious medical conditions, patients taking the recalled medicines should continue taking their medicine until they have a replacement product. According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration Report..... [8/17/2018] FDA is alerting active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) repackagers and distributors, finished drug manufacturers, and compounders that Sichuan Friendly Pharmaceutical Co. Limited, China, is recalling certain lots of porcine thyroid API due to inconsistent quality of the API. FDA recommends that manufacturers and compounders not use Sichuan Friendly’s porcine thyroid API received since August 2015. This thyroid API comes from porcine (pig) thyroid glands and is used to make a non-FDA approved  drug product, composed of levothyroxine and liothyronine, to treat hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). FDA laboratory testing confirmed the Sichuan Friendly API has inconsistent levels of the active ingredients – levothyroxine and liothyronine – and should not be used to manufacture or compound drugs for patient use. Risks associated with over or under treatment of hypothyroidism could result in permanent or life-threatening adverse health consequences. These lots were distributed nationwide in the USA to Westminster’s direct accounts. These lots were distributed nationwide in the USA  NDC Product Lot Expiration 69367-159-04 Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets, USP) 15mg X 100ct 15918VP03 2/29/2020 15918VP02 2/29/2020 15918VP01 2/29/2020 15918007 3/31/2020 15918006 3/31/2020 15918005 2/29/2020 15918004 12/31/2019 15918003 12/31/2019 15918002 12/31/2019 15918001 12/31/2019 15917VP03 10/31/2019 15917VP02 10/31/2019 15917VP01 10/31/2019 69367-155-04 Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets, USP) 30mg X 100ct 15517VP01 8/31/2019 15517VP02 8/31/2019 15517VP03 8/31/2019 15518001 12/31/2019 15518002 3/31/2020 69367-156-04 Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets, USP) 60mg X 100ct 15618011 3/31/2020 15618009 2/29/2020 15618008 2/29/2020 15618004 12/31/2019 15618002 12/31/2019 15617VP06 11/30/2019 15617VP05 11/30/2019 15617VP04 12/31/2019 15617VP03 7/31/2019 15617VP01 7/31/2019 15617VP-02 7/31/2019 69367-157-04 Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets, USP) 90mg X 100ct 15717VP-01 7/31/2019 15717VP-02 7/31/2019 15717VP-03 7/31/2019 15718004 3/31/2020 15717002 12/31/2019 69367-158-04 Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (Thyroid Tablets, USP) 120mg X 100ct 15817VP-01 9/30/2019 15817VP-02 9/30/2019 15817VP-03 9/30/2019 15818001 3/31/2020 Westminster is notifying its direct accounts by email and by phone to immediately discontinue distribution of the product being recalled. The FDA Advises Consumers who have the recalled products, should not discontinue use before contacting their physician for further guidance. There are several manufacturers who make “generic” Levothyroxine and Liothyronine (thyroid tablets) that your doctor can give you a new prescription for.  Call the Pharmacy where you receive your Levothyroxine or Liothyronine, and ask the pharmacist who the manufacturer of their supply is. They should be able to easily tell you that. Customers and patients with medical-related questions, information about an adverse event or other questions about the Westminster’s product’s being recalled……. should contact Westminster’s Regulatory Affairs department by phone at: 888-354-9939 ….. Live calls are received Monday-Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM EST with voicemail available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week or you can send an email to  recalls@wprx.com. Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online…..by regular mail……or by fax. To Complete and submit the report Online…....just “click” on the link & it will take you directly to the FDA MedWatch Page. FDA Med Watch Page   If you’d like to report Adverse Reactions or quality problems by Mail or Fax: Download form www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm  Med Watch Reporting Form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form……or…….submit by Fax to 1-800-FDA- 0178   It’s almost the Annual Enrollment Period! Beginning Monday, October 15th through Friday, December 7th, many of you will be able to switch Medicare Advantage Plans, Switch Medicare Prescription Drug Plans or return to Original Medicare, with the majority of you having NEW effective dates of January 1, 2019. 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Elle Russ chats with Paul Robinson - fellow thyroid patient and author of Recovering With T3: My Journey from Hypothyroidism to Good Health Using the T3 Thyroid Hormone. Paul became ill with hypothyroidism just before the age of 30. He is 60 this year (2018) and has accumulated a wealth of knowledge on thyroid and adrenal dysfunction.  His scientific background enabled him to fight through the morass of misinformation and recover his health. Paul, was put on the most common thyroid treatment to begin with  - Levothyroxine (also known as Synthroid or T4). However, the majority of his symptoms remained, much like they do for many on T4-only therapy. Over time he became even more ill, with both low cortisol and low thyroid symptoms. Paul saw many endocrinologists and doctors. Many of these were privately paid for, as he got more desperate and worried about losing his career. Eventually, he realized that he had to figure out what was wrong himself.  During this time he was told, "You will have to live with it", "You have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome", "You cannot have a thyroid issue, as your thyroid results are within range". All of these were nonsense! Paul eventually recovered. But the costs were great. Over a 10-year period, the struggle had cost him his career, and relationships were damaged.  Paul's own family doctor at the time was so impressed with the work he had done to get well - she suggested he write about it. In the Recovering with T3 he describes how he recovered from thyroid and adrenal hormone issues. Paul did get well again, after he had been written-off by numerous medical professionals. In the process of getting well he developed a safe protocol for using the T3 thyroid hormone (Liothyronine). This protocol is explained in detail in the Recovering with T3.  In order to fully recover he developed an innovative approach that he details in his second book Circadian T3 Method (CT3M) which can correct adrenal function in many cases. Paul has now been taking T3-Only (T3-monotherapy) for over 20 years now. He has has worked with thousands of thyroid and adrenal patients, via many Internet forums, and some one-on-one coaching sessions. He knows that every individual thyroid patient needs a solution that suits him or her. All the thyroid hormone treatments have a role.  With good clinical judgment, and all the available thyroid treatments, there is no reason for anyone to continue without symptom relief. Paul continues to be active as an advocate for thyroid patients through his website: http://recoveringwitht3.com. He also has a Facebook page where he posts relevant information from time to time:https://www.facebook.com/recoveringwitht3

Liothyronine is a T3 only thyroid medication that is used to treat hypothyroidism. Liothyronine can help hypothyroid patients lose weight by increasing thermogenesis and increasing basal metabolic rate. In order to use liothyronine correctly you need to optimize the dose to the individual. Learn how to dose liothyronine and other T3 medications correctly in this guide. More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: https://www.restartmed.com/liothyronine/ You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/ If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2 This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.

Traditionally when one thinks of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), they immediately think of menopause. That hormone therapy is used to treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. But in the last 10-15 years, hormone replacement has become more than a fix for hot flashes. But did you know that you can use BHRT for memory, energy and even libido? Did you know that men and women of all ages use BHRT? There are many other conditions that BHRT can treat. Below are a few conditions that BHRT can address that you may not know about. Hypothyroid: When people think of hypothyroid medication, you may think of Synthroid or the porcine thyroid (Armour/Nature Throid). However, Compounded Thyroid, which is a combination of Levothyroxine and Liothyronine, is an excellent option to treat hypothyroid. PMS: Using bioidentical progesterone helps to alleviate some of the symptoms related to PMS. You can use progesterone in many different dosage forms depending on the situation. From creams to capsules, to troches to vaginal suppositories. You can use bioidentical progesterone all month long or just part of the month or even a few days of a woman's cycle for PMS symptoms. PCOS: The conventional approach to PCOS is to prescribe birth control pills. However, this is such a limited treatment approach, and there are some potential side effects associated with birth control. But with BHRT you can individualize the doses of BHRT to the patient. This can help with PCOS symptoms but also help with the long-term effects of PCOS on the body such as the androgenic effects and fertility. Perimenopause: My patients in perimenopause describe it as feeling like they have PMS symptoms all month long. Plus, it is not healthy to use birth control pills in a perimenopausal female. Bioidentical hormones can be used effectively and safely to help women with perimenopausal symptoms. The symptoms range from irritability to trouble sleeping. From low libido to hair loss and acne. Bioidentical hormones can even help with perimenopausal weight gain. Low Testosterone aka Low T : Men can use Bioidentical Testosterone to address Low T. Conventionally low testosterone is treated with injections and gels, which can be expensive and cause some unwanted side effects. Besides, conventional testosterone cannot be tailored to the patient. Whether it is personal symptoms or family health history, hormone replacement therapy needs to meet the needs of the patient. Conventional this can be difficult to do. But with BHRT you can design the testosterone to the patient. Adrenal Dysfunctions/Adrenal Fatigue/ Adrenal Insufficiency: There is more to Bioidentical Hormone options besides just the reproductive hormones. You can use BHRT to treat Adrenal Fatigue. BHRT for adrenal fatigue can include pregnenolone, DHEA, and hydrocortisone. These hormones can also come in creams, sublingual, capsules, and tablets. Menopause: This is what everyone thinks of when they hear Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). The great aspect of BHRT is you can make any dose you want depending on the particular patient's symptoms. For women in menopause, there are many different symptoms and goals for each person. For some women, their goals are to reduce hot flashes and night sweats. Other goals for women in menopause are low libido, vaginal dryness, and pain with intercourse. Others, it's dry skin and tonicity. Other women help with preserving bone density. With BHRT you can custom design the doses for the goals of the person. As you can see Bioidentical Hormones Replacement Therapy can be helpful for more than just menopause. BHRT can be prescribed for men and women of all ages. There are exceptions to who is and is not a candidate for BHRT, but that is another episode in itself. Develo

When referring to T3 thyroid medication I mean medications like Cytomel and Liothyronine. In this video I walk you through the primary benefits of using T3 thyroid hormone medication. Benefits include: - More weight loss - Increased basal metabolic rate - Reduction in hypothyroid like symptoms - Increase in body temperature - Improvement in other hormone imbalances in the body You can read more on my website here: https://www.restartmed.com/ This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.

In this video I explain how I determine which thyroid medication a patient needs. There are basically three main choices in medications: 1) Natural Desiccated thyroid medication (including armour thyroid, naturethroid and WP thyroid) 2) T3 only medication (including Liothyronine, cytomel and sustained release T3) 3) T4 only medication (including levothyroxine, tirosint and synthroid) The question is how do you determine which medication works best for you? Patients who do well on NDT medication include: - Those who have not felt better on T4 only preparations - Those who need to lose 10-20 pounds of fat - Those who have not been on thyroid medication before - Those with Low free T3 and low Free T4 but normal reverse T3 levels Patients who do better on T3 only medications: - Those with high levels of reverse T3 - Those with leptin resistance - Those with insulin resistance, diabetes or pre diabetes - Those with a personal history of bipolar disorder or a strong family history of mental health disorders - Those with chronic illness Patients who do better on T4 only medications: - Those who are VERY sensitive to all supplements and medications - Those with extreme sensitivities to T3 containing medications More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/levothyroxine-side-effects/ You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/ My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107 Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.

This video will guide you through how to diagnose and treat both Leptin Resistance and Thyroid Resistance. Both of these conditions go hand in hand so its helpful to look for both if you suspect you have one or the other. Symptoms of Leptin resistance: - Weight loss resistance or the inability to lose weight - Ravenous appetite even after a large meal - Slow metabolism - Cold hands/feet/extremities - Crushing fatigue - Symptoms of hypothyroidism despite being on medication - Constant weight gain Thyroid resistance is defined as low free T3 relative to Reverse T3. In order to test for this condition you need to order both tests and look at the ratio between the two. The higher your reverse T3 the harder it is for free T3 to get into your cells which leads to thyroid hormone resistance at the cellular level. Treatment usually requires T3 medication in conjunction with the 8 tips below. 8 Steps to Reverse Leptin Resistance and Thyroid Resistance: 1. Get your thyroid evaluated and get on the right type and dose of thyroid medication - For most patients this means NDT or T3 containing medications like Cytomel or Liothyronine. 2. Add in HIIT (high intensity interval training) to your work outs - This type of burst training helps sensitize your cells to insulin and leptin. 3. Avoid processed and inflammatory foods - High levels of inflammation makes thyroid function worse and makes it more difficult to reverse leptin resistance. 4. Make sure to get 7-8 hours of sleep per night 5. Eliminate or drastically reduce your fructose consumption - Fructose is metabolized into uric acid in the liver and which increases inflammation and makes leptin levels worse. 6. Do not restrict your calories - Starvation mode lowers your basal metabolic rate and increases conversion of T4 to reverse T3. 7. Optimize T4 to T3 conversion - Use supplements or thyroid hormones: - Zinc: http://amzn.to/2aQF0pl - Selenium: http://amzn.to/2bffBKU 8. If necessary use medications to lower Leptin levels - Consider using GLP-1 agonists which can help lower leptin levels and help patients with weight loss. If you enjoyed this video please subscribe for more updates and leave any questions or comments below! More information in the video and the full blog post can be found here: http://www.restartmed.com/leptin-resistance-thyroid-resistance/ You can read more on my website here: http://www.restartmed.com/ My office is here: Address: 3303 E Baseline Rd #204, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: (480) 964-5107 Dr. Westin Childs is the Thyroid and Weight Loss Doctor This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.