6 Habits that DAMAGE Your Thyroid (You're Missing These!)

[@drwestinchilds]

Did any of these habits surprise you? Are you doing any or planning on making any changes? Let me know! ALSO, you can download my free thyroid pdf resources with 2 clicks directly here: www.restartmed.com/start-here/

[@j21280]

Dr. Westin Childs Hi there, Dr Child’s, you spoke about soy for ppl without thyroids. Does all the other stuff also apply? Like can one create better t3/4 levels with those supplements & foods etc? Many thanks :)

[@rosalindaguerrero254]

So sorry I was not done with problematic thyroid. I’ve had many doctors mostly due to the fact that I prefer older doctors and all while I’ve been under their care have retired to my misfortune. I’ve been told since I can remember ; older doctors more experienced ; well that is what my brothers are always telling me . Aghast what to do. I will be getting the vitamin B12 , zinc selenium, magnesium and Iron though I doubt I’ll find it . I’m also on vitamin D-2 cap .( Ergocal) 1.25mg 50,000u of which is once a week. I’m so pleased having found you, I await for your advice , l realize that you are a very busy and I can imagine what your schedule must be like. But you sound quite well rather extremely qualified. I wish you much happiness and all the good things that life has to offer. Thank You.

[@juliachesters5042]

Thank you Dr Childs for your expertise. I agree quality sleep and less daily stress🙂 makes a big difference to Thyroid health.

[@tatab5515]

@@rosalindaguerrero254 I'm so sorry for what you're going through.., your doctor is not doing any good for you, change your doctor, find someone like Dr. Childs that knows the biochemisty of our body. Goodluck and praying for you.

[@housemaidstartalkvlog9510]

#1.doctor

[@ta6402]

I did everyone of these things. I am a medical doctor and it's very sad that throughout our youth robbing loooong expensive medical school days, no one ever taught us about nutrition when nutrition itself is the main cause of almost all our medical conditions

[@drwestinchilds]

Agreed. I'm more annoyed by the fact that despite doctors having very little knowledge on the topic they claim to know everything.

[@lauraherold320]

Absolutely. Food is Medicine. I'm working with food for everything that ails me even depression. Veggies and fruits like Pineapple for gut health. People are so ignorant to their responsibility to their bodies. Brain health is another chapter. BUT look at what you eat! Skip dessert. There is no reward for finishing your supper. Remember Mom saying no dessert until you finish? Well, God knows we were addicted to the sugar so we stuffed ourselves or fed it to the dog. (i did) so we could get our fix. Yeah Dr Childs is very cool. Just slow down so I can take notes and bring it to my endo! lol

[@mariamaria2751]

​@@drwestinchilds oh my ..you nailed it , the Drs I've dealt with think they know it all and just want to blame everything on anxiety nits wild and so wrong. Thank you for your information. It's a service you have no idea how valuable you are .

[@idid138]

My nephew was all into nutrition when he started med school & came to think everything's hereditary & needs a pill by the end.

[@jj-bp3fr]

​@@drwestinchilds I love when doctors realize and admit they've been trained, controlled, and taught by big PHARMAFIA.

[@vero8496]

1. Not enough sleep 2. Not taking the right supplements. Zinc, selenium, iodine 3. Consuming inflammatory oils 4. Avoiding vegetables 5. Eating 2 much soy 6. Ignoring cortisol/adrenal levels.

[@linda7279]

The veg part is a lie we've been told

[@jmahoney9561]

Thank you 🙏😊

[@AseaSafdar-bq4lb]

@@jmahoney9561 Thanks a lot 👍

[@AseaSafdar-bq4lb]

Thanks for your help

[@sheilawiedemann]

So which supplements are we supposed to take for thyroid problems? You DO NOT TELL US. I am raking zinc and selenivite but are they the correct ones to take

[@SarahS-su3sc]

I feel like I was robbed of my thyroid because I listened to "experts", but no one ever listened to me. I avoided cruciferous veggies even though I like them, I ate soy because it is healthy, I worked nights because it paid more per hour and I had kids to feed, I was never checked for food sensitivities, I ate low-fat and used "vegetable" oils. Only my TSH was checked so I didn't know rT3 was high. Cortisol was only looked at for a research study, but I was never helped to bring it down-not easy to do with CPTSD. I was also told that the nodules could NOT be fixed. Be thankful if you are getting this help while you still have your thyroid. I am still struggling to get rT3 down.

[@annickgirouard8015]

There is no sleep to be had with hypothyroid. I have no trouble falling asleep, I just can't stay asleep. So frustrating!~ I would probably feel better if i could sleep more than 3ish hours.

[@mystrength5640]

Check your Vitamin D3 Blood levels. And add Vitamin K2 m7 OR eat these foods with the with the D3.. ! Check your Blood levels 8 weeks after you commence first dose of D3. And take both with Breakfast and Fatty meal🌸

[@Cannonejones]

I use L-Gabba (and sometimes valerian root) to get me to sleep it’s an Amino Acid and works fast ! And I will sometimes watch a video (on low light) that is REPETITIVE in motion … for me even the weather channel on loop 😂 or the black head extraction videos 😂 is repetitive in motion and puts me right out!

[@millerlisa1]

I can fall asleep in less than 5 mins but after 4-5 hours... usually around 2-3 AM I wake up like it is time to start the day... I think it is my adrenals.

[@sugarmama396]

Same here

[@joannavvark909]

Me too same thing ! Can't STAY ASLEEP ! I have hashimotos

[@vivienhodgson3299]

I'm afraid that sleep deprivation and stress are sometimes difficult to avoid. At 72 years old, I have only recently been diagnosed with hashimoto's, and my much older husband is now in failing health. He needs my constant support and attention, day and night. I can imagine many people are in similar situations: mothers of young children; carers of all ages. Please tell us how to get the sleep we need, and avoid the stress of our daily lives.

[@maquisbg]

I am a doctor too. I have Hashimoto's, sjögren primary and Reynaud's. In my experience the diet was so important, I actually save my gland when change the food, plus stop to take non steroid anti-inflammatory. So everything that you said I did and I do, and give my patient the same. But something else is really important to be happy.

[@ibironkeguobadia7618]

So else is that

[@SandyCheeks63564]

@@ibironkeguobadia7618 I think he means another important thing for good health is to be happy - or at least control stress

[@spiritmama]

I know several ppl with thyroid problems. Always started after a major event. One friend... started after she had a baby. My Mom... started after adrenal and liver issues (ie she had a breakdown from too much stress and was eating all the wrong foods). Seems like these endocrine issues all have to do with stress and inflammation. It’s crazy hard in this world to keep all of that in check. My Mom’s levels will drop so low because she doesn’t want to take those meds or eat properly, that she was actually diagnosed by one doctor as having “schizophrenia” and shows signs of “psychosis” until she gets back on her thyroid meds. Her levels get so low that they tell her she could have actually died every time, but she doesn’t actually have schizophrenia... just hypothyroidism unchecked in a major way. It’s not something to fool around with. Docs put her on psych meds and hospitalized her in a mental health ward before one doc figured out it was low thyroid. She’s had a rough life. Because of this, I’m a big advocate on health. I just wish my Mom would make better choices, esp regarding her Hashimoto’s. 😕

[@GameChanger597]

Sounds like she is a self-sabotaging person. Many reasons for this. The person doesn't feel like they deserve to take care of themselves, or sometimes they just don't care about themselves at all because they don't love themselves, and sometimes it's just bad habits and they'd rather eat the junk food they grew up with than put forth the effort to help themselves get healthier. Usually all these things stem from low self-esteem or childhood traumas or emotional difficulties growing up. It seems like a psychiatrist would help her more than anything right now. So sorry you're having to go through this too.

[@idid138]

Mine started around the 1st anniversary of my parents death and we were starting the new school year with COVID. I was a bit stressed. It was 2020, I bet I wasn't alone.

[@idid138]

We all wish, those we love, took better care. Do what you can for her and just accept & love her.

[@marigalvez296]

Forgive that careless Dr who may have had misdiagnosed your mom. Indeed i found many of my pxs with very low thy- hormones are showing cognitive deficit. I hope your mom is currently ok

[@Gesundheit888]

Put her on a clean ketogenic diet. Dr. Georgia Ede treats all her patients with that diet and has great success.

[@paymanehesmaili9162]

Dr child’s you are a great doctor. I learned so much from your videos. I’m struggling with hashimoto , weight gained and depression for past few years.. thanks for everything you are doing for humanity

[@ccc4102]

So many of us are struggling with this.

[@Gesundheit888]

Check out Neisha Berry she has the same issues and cured them with a Carnivore diet.

[@Delousional123]

I want to thank you doctor for all that your information has done for me

[@LaurieliaXanadu]

L-tyrosine helps thyroid and depression

[@ritagamez3732]

I did come up on a doctor’s video that stated not to use Olive oil when cooking on high heat. I do also use coconut oil.

[@sirena9167]

As a night shifter, I can tell you that sleep debt is real. Especially if you have missed 6 or more hours. Sleep debt is irrelevant if you only missed 1-3 hours. But daily missing 1-2 hours adds up which is why people tend to ‘catch up’ on the weekends.

[@ler5299]

I worked the 4 am shift once and never got used to it. Bed at 8, up at 3 am. Never again. Maybe it would be ok for someone who has that natural body rhythm. For me it was brutal.

[@tanyakilbane7636]

Sirena, darling, I give you permission to sleep ten hours a day! Sleeping saves you money, saves you frustration interacting with less than pleasant people, and gosh darn it, if just plain feels good!

[@anitaparks8945]

20+ yrs 11p-7am stayed up all mornings taking care of business then went to sleep around 1pm-9pm in my dark bedroom. The 7p-7a schedule that followed exhausted me over the years because of Frequent short staffing,no breaks or only part of it to complete the work. 3 x12 back to back as I got older,became harder.

[@lauriepowell3959]

@sirena9167 I am 70 and retired 3 years ago. My first job as a young adult was night shift 11-7. Later I became a teacher and got on a “normal” schedule, but would crash on the weekends. Somehow I have now become a stay at home night shifter! I always feel crappy from not enough sleep and sleeping in the daytime. I am working on getting my sleep back to nighttime. Good luck with your health. After this video I ordered Dr. Westin’s Hashimoto bundle. I am looking forward to getting back on the healthy bandwagon. 👍👩🏻‍🎨💜

[@claireseyeviewonredbubble]

@@anitaparks8945 I know what you mean, I'm 2 yrs off retirement and I have to work four on four off, 12 hr night shifts, 6pm - 6am. I feel it's killing me. I get approx 5 to 6 hrs sleep in the 4 days. I'm permanently exhausted. I have 2 adult dependents to support so no choice. My thyroid has started acting up again after being fine for the last 20 yrs.

[@chae1716]

As a 57 years old and in menupause stage . Getting an 8hrs sleep cant be done anymore . No matter i sleep early or late i woke up 5 or 6am . Most of the time i have only 5 hour sleep everyday

[@westcoastswingmusic]

Natural progesterone cream and creatine 5mg daily helps me finally be able to get a good night's sleep every night. Best wishes! ✨️

[@jmahoney9561]

Hyperthyroid does not allow you to sleep even taking the supplements and sleep aids too. I eat clean and I eat healthy foods and make my own natural sweet food most of the time. Pretty much I eat organic foods at home and stopped eating at restaurants because of their inflammatory oils that they use and probably using lots of GMO’s also. My main problem is still lack of sleep no matter the sleep aid and other vitamins that suppose to help with my thyroid issues.

[@afe4452]

Thank you so much for this video... Sleeo deprivation. Veg oils Stress- looking into changing my line of work. Generic supplements Lots of veg ( not stopping that). Subscribed and making dietary changes today. Thank you for generously sharing this information.

[@inthevortex-de1rh]

Thank you Dr Childs. You have a mission to help humanity! Many blessings to you! This is a difficult time. It's very scary to have to go to a doctor to sick help and they harm you even more with drugs and unnecessary procedures. We need more people like you ❤🎉

[@austinaustin3217]

The liver converts T3 to T4 so if your thyroid is down it's because you have sluggish fatty liver and you need to cleanse your liver a couple times to get it clean and restore your thyroid.

[@IdolEyes84]

I’m putting a little bit of caster oil on my skin where my liver is for a couple of hours at night. Liver levels are high yet getting better. Thyroid tsh is high, free T3 and free T4 are ok, I’m on levo

[@harryharry3193]

water good for that???

[@cityslacker6221]

drink water and lose weight. there is no such thing as cleansing an organ.

[@Green-ie1dn]

You mean T4 to T3?

[@zmartz50]

I have seen this video a few times throughout these years and I have to say that your recommendations have really made a difference for the better in regards to the improvement of my thyroid health. Thank you Dr. Childs!!

[@CapreDiem86]

You have forgotten to add exercise, when you are not active daily, you mostly sit and not move much, it also affects your thyroid function

[@PocketAces2Start]

Good point, that could be one of my problems.

[@westcoastswingmusic]

We all appreciate you Dr. Childs! I bought your OTC T2 supplement, and it arrived in the mail this afternoon. I'm excited to start taking it tomorrow morning. 🌞

[@michelemcneill3652]

I completely switched to cooking with lard. I even put about 1/4tsp to my first cup of coffee. I have so much less pain, my eyes are better, and brain improved.

[@carolyncornett961]

Butter and sea salt in my coffee! No pain in my joints I can read without my glasses now and my memory has improved! Basically everything the drs told me to stay away from all those years! Beef butter bacon and eggs.

[@beaberean3842]

So, for me, not getting enough sleep is not a bad habit. I don’t have any control over not being able to sleep. I’m exhausted and can’t sleep. I’m fatigued and I can’t sleep. I never had sleep issues until menopause started. I slept sound every night and on the weekends I was able to take a nap and still sleep like a baby at night. Since going thru menopause, starting 4 years ago, my sleep has become a huge issue for me. I’m lucky if I can get 6 hours a night of sound sleep. I’ve recently been tested for adrenal deficiency and hormone deficiency. My functional med Nurse practitioner has me on some supplements, but the only one she has me on for thyroid is selenium. I think I should be on more supplements targeting my thyroid. I’m hoping she knows what she’s doing, because I need my life back. This has been going on far too long. 🙏🏻

[@cindycraig946]

Do what it takes like getting a gooooood dose of melatonin. Walking through my 85 yr old father’s hip replacement then his stage 4 stomach cancer ( on top of my other family issues …) TAKE care of your sleep issue and the whole world looks different.

[@Cosima909]

Also see a herbalist/naturopath hun.

[@roseariannamcgowan1302]

Add zinc to the selenium, they work together for thyroid

[@estelleschneider9033]

Magnesium is our natural relaxer. Mineral..especially for our heart.. Magnesium Citrate or glutamate only..are sbsorbed..taken before bed ..you will sleep soundly Magnesium must be taken with Calcium Citrate..it keeps the calcium from forming plague in the arteries.. I have plague..Need Vitamin K 3 to clean arteries.. I had a doctor who told me to take 1500 mg Calcium ( oxide then..terrible stuff) Which caused plague ..no Magnesium then.. Need Magnesium Daily..all water soluble vitamins need daily replacement with food as any excess is excreted in urine.. All oil based Vitamins need to be taken with a daily teaspoon of good olive oil.. Olive Oil only ..all othe rs cause inflammation Not cheap olive oil. Glass bottles only ..no plastic !! ❤❤❤ Do your prayerful homework 😊😊

[@estelleschneider9033]

​@@roseariannamcgowan1302 Thank you rosearianna You text was a great help..just began with Selenium..our Lord revealed to me.. K3 NEEDS to be taken with all oil based supplements..Vitamin D..Garlic capsules..Vitamin E..Fish Oil. Flax seed.oil. ..etc. to be properly absorbed into the cells God ❤ Bless You All.. Thank you !!

[@sparkle9482]

I recently had my Thyroid checked and I had been eating raw Kale as a salad for 2 months and my TSH level sky rocketed , but as you said steam and in moderation. Also by listening to your videos I did not REALIZE you should not fast before taking your blood work for Thyroid testing, also my Internal Doctor told me that when she saw the huge jump in TSH LEVELS. I'm not on medication just being monitored. Your information is TRULY HELPFUL❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nixodian]

l love veg, have ~2 raw red onion and 2 cloves of raw garlic daily, as a garnish, when not fasting. my TSH levels 6.6 but free T4 normal, could it be because raw onion and garlic high in sulforopghane which is a goitrogen?

[@yes_man_lol]

some website i read, it suggests it may also harm your thyroid function, u may wan to read up more

[@neveo9428]

Is high 'rocketing TSH' good?! I will eat kale if so (in moderation)

[@skinnydee1886]

Sparkle, I always fast for 8 hours before getting my blood test done. I'm a type two diabetic and have to do fasting to know how high is my HbA1c. I also suffer from hypothyroidism and I get only one requisition to do many tests.

[@mahimagabriel3798]

@@skinnydee1886 same with me.. just had test on Monday and was fasting due to other tests that require that - so I’m hoping the results are accurate 😊

[@fionachitty3904]

I expect lots of females have made the same mistake as me....I enthusiastically took large amounts of soya at menopause and in menopause supplements, not knowing how it impacts the thyroid, to help menopause symptoms and got so tired and when my next thyroid blood test came around, my readings were terrible and my TSH rocketed up to 31, when it should be no higher than 5 or so!! My GP did not help and I only discovered it later, thankyou so much Dr Childs for these wonderful videos to help us all when we are feeling ill

[@DrBradBodle]

Hey Dr. Childs, came across your channel today and have really been enjoying the content. Thanks for sharing this kind of information!

[@tesfayegebre7706]

Doctor, how about hyperthyroidism? Are the habits you discussed applicable to hyperthyroidism or grave’s disease?

[@irenadziedzic5046]

Dr. Childs you are amazing! I love the way you do your very helpful presentations. You keep me extremely focused that I forget to breathe:) Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@cleetx3546]

Drinking fluoride and taking rx drugs that have fluoride in them contribute greatly to the issue

[@mariachua3780]

toothpaste has fluoride

[@cleetx3546]

@@mariachua3780 yup

[@TheJaiwill]

Six months ago I experienced alopecia universalis. It has been extremely difficult to get adequate care from my medical group. I have a family history of thyroid issues. However, my blood work always was within normal range until my provider finally decided to test for autoimmune diseases. My thyroid antibodies were over 400 and my vitamin D was low. I was prescribed high dose vitamin D. Unfortunately, my provider has no solution for my antibodies. I even went to an endocrinologist who said nothing about supplements. She just told me to go to the dermatologist and take the new medication that is supposed to help regrow hair but has many side effects. In the process of doing research I discovered information from doctors such as you and a few others who are recommending supplements such as Zinc and selenium. I gave an appointment with another endocrinologist. And yes to your initial question. I have fallen short in many of those areas you mentioned. Starting today I will implemented the best practices and things you suggested to avoid. Appreciate the information

[@JJ-yu6og]

You're one of my fav KZbin. You say things others don't.

[@drwestinchilds]

Hope you find it helpful!

[@abeal49]

"get enough sleep" as if it were that easy. When I was a baby my parents were complaining "she never sleeps." I kept my mom up night after night talking to her, rocking my crib all around the room. As an adult with a heavy schedule this seemed to be an advantage. Now a retired empty-nester, I dont set alarms, but I still cant sleep more than six hours at a stretch. It never happens.

[@goddessfreya13]

Same here. I'm 51 and have Hashimotos and ME and I can sleep six hours if I'm lucky, at the moment it's about 4 hours of low quality sleep. I have also had sleeping problems since I was a baby.

[@abeal49]

@@goddessfreya13 last night I took diphenhydramine at 10:30, fell asleep by 11, woke up at 3:30, went to the bathroom, couldnt go back to sleep, got up at 4:15 again, put a load of laundry in the washing machine, went back to bed, still cant sleep, so it is now 6:15, I put the laundry in the dryer, and Im having a cup of coffee. People who think "getting enough sleep" is just something you can control like diet and exercise have no idea

[@Chiclette-ld1xx]

​@@goddessfreya13 Me too. Same story since a baby or toddler

[@sunshinegirl1655]

So I'm not alone. My parents said the same thing about me. I've always been this way. I think some of us are just wired differently 🙂

[@tanyakilbane7636]

Coffee is the culprit. Try switching to tea, without cream and sugar. I had to buy several teas, for variety and flavors, but I can tell ya, coffee gives me nervous jitters, and makes me extremely unpleasant to be around. I live in Colorado, so I eat Cheeba chew thc and melatonin. It knocks me out! I’m interested in the new information that some of these sleeping pills is helping clear out the tangled plaque in the brains to clear out Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

[@keithrobertson9075]

re: adrenals. I have had hypothyroidism since 1995. For the past ~15 years, I have noticed that I tend to be hypo during the week, then get a rush of T4/T3 on Friday night, and Saturday into Sunday, when I am. hyper. I told my endocrinologists and doctors, and they blew it off. It took me finally doing my own homework recently that I discovered this. I discussed this with my new endocrinologist (I've been through 5) and she agreed. Her agreement was so very matter of fact. Now, I feel better than I've felt in over a decade. My question: why are physicians, especially endocrins, not aware of this?!?! I won't say that the lack of attention to this issue has "ruined my past ~15 years", as that would be rather melodramatic, but what I will state is that My last ~15 years have been difficult. Pisses me off

[@SourceLeadership]

How do you measure these levels on the weekends?

[@jhennessyde-la-fuente7193]

The main thing is that health system is a profitable business, and the only goal is to provide a treatment, not a cure . It makes sure that we have to check in every three months for labs and visit the office doctors, which means expending more money. They don't want us to know much because their business would crash.

[@beverlyhimmelhaver5347]

Thanks very much for this information. I have received NONE of this value info from my doctor in the 15 yrs that I have been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism. So, thank you! ❤😊

[@saraburns7340]

​@@jhennessyde-la-fuente7193 , 🎯

[@IdolEyes84]

Also vitamin D/weather can change TSH levels.

[@inspired9239]

#3 - Avocado Oil if my favorite oil especially since it has the highest smoke point. 👍

[@yvonnefranceschi5290]

First time here just saw your video. As thyroid patient if 25 yrs this is all new to me, excepts for some pointers you mentioned. Stress, sleep, vegetable oils and soy. I have never ever heard my endocrinologist say you have to take supplements. And these past 3 years I’ve gained 30lbs. She was playing with my dosis of synthroid and my blood pressure skyrocketed Taking supplements of cal, mag, zinc plus. Vit D all in one, and I am feeling much better waking up and my pains are really hurting less. I take this supplements with my last meal and it feels that is helping me. By the way no thyroid it was removed because I had all the conditions from Hashimoto, thyroiditis, papillary carcinoma and graves.

[@IdolEyes84]

I had GD as a teenager and now I have Hashi.

[@Tacs1969]

Omgeee!Thank you so much ! I have watched tons about thyroid problems, I have hypothyroidism since 2009 ,I've been researching like crazy , But boy this is by far the best of them all. You nailed it!All the underlying causes, the adrenalin which i know in my heart played a big part with my thyroid issues. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I need to go back and watch all ur Videos. This is what I've been waiting for. GOD BLESS!

[@summerbreeze1955]

Thanks Dr Childs, you are a wise soul. I was aware of many on the list, but not really sleep. In the past the neighbours from hell impacted me without knowing. now they have gone it's not an issue. Thanks for sharing and caring about folk luv n light x

[@TwoPlanksShort]

Helpful video! I had a partial thyroidectomy, at fourteen. Many years later, I am on Thyroxine. I have had four children. My health has been good. I rarely see a doctor, other than routine blood checks. I now eat a Plant based diet. Avoiding meat, fish,eggs and dairy products. I take supplements of vitamin B12 also vitamin D I do not smoke tobacco. Seldom drink alcohol. Sleep 7 to 8 hours a night. Did not know about Ashwaganda for stress. Will be consuming that. Very helpful. Thank you! :)

[@drwestinchilds]

Thanks for sharing! Hope it helps :)

[@benhotz5389]

Why not eggs? Where do you get protein?

[@estelleschneider9033]

​@@benhotz5389 Everything God has made is goid to eat..with moderation Eggs are a powerful protein People believe this stuff..while harming themselves..😢 I did this once..could not understand why I was so not well..horrible..Iron..protein..andso much more missing needed for a healthy body Try this on your car..you will not go anywhere !!!!!!!!!!!

[@shelleywilliams8201]

I wish I could see a Dr like you. I know I have thyroid issues. I've got a nodule on my thyroid that's visible. I have trouble swallowing at times. I'm tired all of the time. No matter if I sleep 8 hours, 2 hours or 15 hours. My weight goes up and down. I stay swollen, retaining fluid all the time. My bloodwork is all over the place. Yet my dr has not sent me to endocrinologist.

[@cockeyedoptimista]

Well tell your Dr you need to get these things checked out! Or get another opinion or another doctor. This is your health and your life!

[@shelleywilliams8201]

@@cockeyedoptimista I am currently waiting for an appointment with a new medical provider. My local urgent care was caring enough to give me a referral to endo also. I had to go for treatment there last weekend.

[@flamingsword777]

@@shelleywilliams8201 get as many different opuniins as you can and PLEASE don't delay. I had thryoid cancer that almost killed me twice before they figured it out. Thyroid storm ain't NOTHING nice.

[@willmitchell2553]

Time to change Doctors 😮

[@shelleywilliams8201]

@@willmitchell2553 I recently did. I have an ultrasound appt next week. I've also found out I am diabetic. My Dr is currently trying to get insurance approval for medicine.

[@lindajeanschaffers3673]

Watched for the first time and thank you for the information. Passed it on to my sister who has an over active thyroid problem.❤

[@mpoharper]

I’m more on the hyper end than hypo. Can you address that too?

[@tc-1212]

Thank you for this valuable information. I've had hypothyroidism for 23 years and in that time my doctor as never gave me any information or sent me to see a specialist. I'm just expected to take my 200mg of levothyroxine and have an annual blood test . I've been going through the menopause since 2016 and I've gained lots of weight. Your information as been so helpful. Thankyou so much.

[@GameChanger597]

You need a new doctor. So sorry for this :(

[@donnamealy4877]

Ditto, Sister! I finally put the money down and found a functional doctor. Only on the program for 2 months, and am sleeping all night and losing weight. Wish I could’ve done it years ago

[@cockeyedoptimista]

Some doctors are so unresponsive. I hope you have better treatment now!

[@patriciaseyfferle1427]

That is a really long time to be going thru menopause! I agree with the others--find a new Dr. Have you asked your ob/gyn, if you have one? I pray you will find real help.

[@tanyakilbane7636]

I enjoyed this video and your superb intellectual knowledge. I have changed my life around by sleeping more. We got rig of the tv and computer, 8years ago. We took out all the lights and slept with a sleeping cap-blinder. My whole life, I was unable to sleep, due to PTSD. Now that I practice good sleep hygiene, everything else has improved. No more seizures, no more shakes, and my appetite developed after 40 years. Our society needs to tune up, turn off, and chill out. The best gift I can give myself is a nap, preferably under a sunny window on the couch with a cat 🐈‍⬛ on my lap. May I dare say a bunch of peoples money problems stem from not getting enough sleep?!?! Poor decisions lead to desperate circumstances. I blame a bunch of my current healthcare problems on caffeine. It truly is an awful drug. I always say now, you spend 1/3 of your life in bed, so it better be nice! But perhaps, in 21century, since people no longer need to be as physical or spend all summer and fall preparing crops for winter storages, we need to eat less, sleep more! Let’s get the word out *** People are more pleasant when they get 10 hours of sleep a night**** Thank you for your insight

[@valerieirvin249]

I get half that...

[@gen1969try]

Can you elaborate on how caffeine may have triggered health issues? Very interested.

[@IdolEyes84]

I’m more pleasant when I’ve had 9-11 hours of uninterrupted sleep, and that doesn’t happen much as I have a baby. I definitely rely on caffeine and I’m a lot more pleasant on that.

[@birdlover7776]

@@gen1969trycortisol raised by caffein maybe?

[@lynkinealy2926]

You are Brilliant. Wish I had you as My doctor when I got hypo after Unbelievable stress. Anxiety. Sadness. Which let to poor diet. Mainly sugars. Lots of soy. No sun as my dad died and I got skin condition. Was told to avoid the sun. A Recipe for thyroid problems. Was So frustrating to be told. Your fine when receiving blood test. Re thyroid. But feeling. Exhausted. Sad. Etc. Finally seeing some light after supplements. From googling. Never by a doctor. I couldn't afford any before anyway as i.was a struggling single Mother

[@karenjohnson2126]

Why do you not recommend organic avocado oil to cook with? I find that to be healthier than coconut oil and it has a higher smoke point. Also what do you have against ghee? Ghee has removed the casein and lactose from the butter. I use ghee made from grass fed cows - higher in omega 3, and organic - natural source of short and medium trigycerides. Olive oil needs to be organic extra virgin and I use for salad type things only because it has a low smoke point. If over heated, it will turn to trans fats. if used correctly, it is the healthiest oil.

[@westcoastswingmusic]

He didn't list animal fats like ghee. I like ghee too. 😃

[@shawndeemasterslmt4116]

I was ignoring my Adrenals and I was thinking that organic vs GMO had some to do with so many people suddenly popping up with all these health issues. I will look into more of the supplements that you talked about. Thank you!

[@StillYHWHs]

❤❤❤❤❤thank you for addressing people who no longer have a thyroid.

[@lisah6076]

Hi, if I get vegetables oils it's because I ate out or someone else's food. Like for example a friend's retirement brunch 😏 I've used virgin olive oil, avocado oil and coconut oil for a long time at home. I had hypothyroidism since 14, now 60 years old. I don't mess with soy. I eat broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts, greens, cabbage and spinach and just heard about oxalates. I have a real slow metabolism now, because I guess I need get moving with more and I'm not exercising enough my main beverage is water. How do you know if you may take too much zinc, selenium or too much minerals. If you supplement or it may be in other foods or supplements? What's in the levothyroxine made from a pig and is synthetic? I'd rather take a real supplement instead of synthetic prescriptions. Doctor won't tell you anything. Can you do both or stop the medication? By the way, I'm not perfect. I eat food out and sweets sometimes. I'm not perfect, but no willpower and then I can go months cooking my own food. I don't buy frozen dishes much maybe veggies for soups or fruit for smoothies. I have to prepare everything. Still heavy 😄

[@chat4538]

I started taking ashwagandha(I think I spelled it right.) And HOLY CRAP I wish I had started taking it sooner!

[@meusisto]

Did you get any tests?

[@HH-iv6mf]

I did the same thing. But if you take it long term one day your thyroid will SWELL UP so you can barley turn your neck. For A solid week i was scared to death.... So i quit taking it 😢 i returned to normal after a week. Thank you Jesus. i may try just taking twice a week but not everyday

[@anitabalakrishnan3702]

Is it capsule or powder

[@catherinebirch2399]

I tried that. Didn't help.

[@elmagalang7672]

What brand of thyroid specific supplements (ie selenium, zinc, magnesium glycinate, vit D/B) do you recommend?

[@widurimk]

Thanks for the information. What is the best diet and supplement for hyperthyroidsm (for 40 years old woman)

[@Gesundheit888]

A part Keto and part carnivore diet. Look it up.

[@CharmedMum]

Carnivore is a wonderful lifestyle, especially when ridding the body of health issues… living it at 52 ☺️☺️ wish I’d found this way of life when I was way younger!!!

[@strikemaster1]

I have Hyper which developed soon after having 90 xrays within 2 months. Sleep is a huge problem for me. I can spend 12 hours in bed and only sleep 4-5 hours. Once I went 3 days with only 4 hours sleep. Its ok to say get enough sleep, but how? I found my symptoms improved a little after the wife took off lol. Less stress? My sup list is.... Zinc Vit D Spirulina Flaxseed oil (Fish oil only makes it worse) Magnesium. Brazil nuts for the selenium I been on Neo Mercazol now for 15 years because I refuse the op. Kidneys and liver still holding up ok. I am now 72.

[@leonebritt4879]

Ohhh, love tofu and soy milk! I've been on Levothyroxine or thyroxin for 30 years for my underactive tbyroid. I heard it was bad for my thyroid but all my GP said when I asked if I should not use it was "many women like soy because it has oestrogen in it." So next week I will show him your channel and get my adrenals checked if that's possible.

[@dodgebanda876]

Thanks dr childs, for all your effort espcially holding that whiteboard while explaining.....hope i can help u by holding that board😬🤭✌️ Anyway thanks a lot for sharing..... .. 8:53

[@minetwebb1742]

The coconut oil helps my thyroid so much my doctor could not believe he said when I came back for my next blood work if it continued like that i can come off my thyroid medication i use coconut oil and everything and olive oil

[@vannasam12345]

you mean ur drinking cconut oil? pls reply

[@bebebebebebe11111]

toed 7:20

[@Mystomach]

@@vannasam12345replaced it instead of toxic oil. Vegetable oils not good

[@keonamiles9103]

I came across your video. Thank you so much for sharing, this means a lot to me. I think I have goiter or thyroid problem. I just had an ultrasound last Friday for my thyroid, hopefully nothing serious when I get a call from my primary physician.

[@MoonLight-gm6zm]

Dr. Childs, thank you so so much for doing this! 🙌🙌🙌 Your videos are extremely helpful! ♥️❤️♥️

[@drwestinchilds]

Glad they help!

[@karensimons9260]

My gosh! Only ten years out and not licensed now! Hope this is more fulfilling for you!

[@Whatisalex]

Can someone give a list of supplements that he recommends (also for adrenal function) .. I have hashimotos and although my blood work states that I'm good I don't feel like it works all that great. I'm willing to take any supplement at this point (and already on several). Thanks in advance 😊

[@survivor9898]

At age 50, I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism with a hot nodule. At age 56, I was diagnosed with Hormone Driven Metastatic Breast Cancer. I now wonder if the 2 are correlated? Does anyone have an opinion on this? Thank you Dr!!! Taking a Natural approach to illness has always been my moto and we need more doctors just like you, fast talking or not 😊

[@anitajonsson4379]

Thanks sincerely Dr. Childs. Best lesson on what I need to do to address this problem.

[@gigietpolo2]

Hi! For number 1 getting enough sleep, impossible because with my thyroid being off it affects my digestion so bad that it make me yawn excessively and clear my throat, when it’s bad I take something to help me sleep but still only get 5 hrs, dealing with different doctors for 12 yrs now, still don’t believe my thyroid affects my digestion, your videos are very informative and will try and go natural and see what happens, also I have 4 nodules on thyroid and surgeon does not want to operate and that’s okay I am glad I found your videos! Will still talk to specialist ( who does not listen well but will try and get through to him for more test ) the pills he has me on are creating another domino effect which are awful and want to ween off now. ThankYou for everything you do!

[@cammieklund]

I haven't slept more than 6 hrs for about 35 years...Often less! I've tried so much to improve sleep but I just can't seem to be able to sleep more even though I'm exhausted! I can never sleep during the day either to catch up a little. Even if I have slept 2-3 hrs a night for a longer period of time, I still can't sleep. It's insane.

[@56rosewood]

I have the exact same issue.

[@julieread6306]

Me too.

[@darlenecarter7859]

Same

[@Mainecoon_Izzy]

Well, judging by your comment regarding vegetables, it’s not a surprise to me that you do not sleep…..

[@pennygrace4me720]

Thank you for video I just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism and not finding a lot of help that I trust.

[@heeranardan3145]

Thanks Dr Childs.Your presentations are very informative. I am a Hashimoto's patient and I do follow most of your advice. My TPO is 960 and my TFTests are normal not on any thyroid medication. Once again thank you so much.

[@jameskantor0459]

Is flax seed oil good? I tend to use avocado oil, when I do use oils.

[@katarzynalindner594]

How about rice oil?

[@dominicktesoriero2379]

Doctor, my wife has been through every kind of test. She has a feeling like something is stuck in her throat and they’ve only done bloodwork and said there’s nothing wrong with her thyroid level. Next thing I could say she went to a ear nose and throat doctor they didn’t see anything other than inflamed. Just inflammation in the area, the next doctor did scope of her throat into her stomach and took a sample biopsy cause they were saying it could be Gerd or acid that came back negative nobody will check her thyroid. What do you think this could be?

[@VivRob]

I eat cabbage, and broccoli, cauliflower mostly because of keto Or in my miso soup. All organic when possible. Thank you ☺️

[@Gesundheit888]

Don't forget the meat!

[@housemaidstartalkvlog9510]

thank for the great imformations..i notice that my thyroid mass grows during those times i cannot sleep..

[@northernlightscrafts]

I came for the name and found a treasure. Thank you so much for this. It all applies to me and my family. new Subbie here!

[@drwestinchilds]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@staceyheil4696]

I'm starting to research hosimoto's diagnosis because for yrs my endocrinologist is just upping the levothyroxine and not getting to the source.... I've changed my diet, started to exercise slowly because my legs are weak and hurt but I'm starting to feel better. I have learned from your videos, so I thank you!

[@ramonaearnest4709]

Yes on all of this is true! Mine crashed after my mom died! Levothyroxine is what I take with zinc, benfotiamine, B12, D3k2, selenium, magnesium, potassium. Also if I avoid carbs completely I feel worse. I don't feel well if I fast too long!

[@claradiblasi354]

Great information!! Thank you so much, Dr. 👍

[@Gesundheit888]

Avoiding carbs will only make you feel sort of bad for 3 days, they you will feel much better than if you ate carbs. They are toxic for the body.

[@bobbymak6964]

Your videos have taught me so much about hyperthyroidism. Thank-you.

[@annawitter5161]

I started using soya milk in my coffee. At first it was fine, then after a year I had a runaway weight gain and found my thyroid was slow. I am sure there are many people it there who use soy thinking it is healthy and then wonder why they struggle to lose weight

[@sharongrujic1058]

Soy interferes with thyroid medication.

[@Tacs1969]

Wow! You nailed it Dr. Thats what I'm saying why medical doctor tell pt. To modify lifestyle and diet first before giving medications to pts.

[@starblue3598]

What are your thoughts on Armour for hypothyroidism? I have been taking it for several years after quiting Synthroid. my thyroid numbers have improved but have never felt any difference in how I feel.

[@michelemcneill3652]

Armour thyroid works for me, but the synthetic didn't.

[@ageeibc6029]

I know many who have thyroid problem. I never knew the cause. A big thank you. Learning in my senior years.

[@G.G.8GG]

It's frustrating to repeatedly see medical advice to "get plenty of sleep" when being able to sleep at all is a major problem. The other issue here is that having Hashimoto's often means having other autoimmune conditions as well. And autoimmune conditions often mean negative reactions to certain supplements, making one unable to use multi-item supplement blends. All the experts selling products do not want to hear about this from the patient though so they either ignore us or become annoyed by us.

[@estelleschneider9033]

Yes..I understand..insomnia. from Hypothyroidism insomnia.. Take magnesium Citrate or Glutamate. Only..absorbed well

[@sonialaurente-nf2bh]

Thank you Doc.for sharing watching from Canada

[@Cloud-et4qu]

First comment😁 I stopped taking supplements because my thyroid went crazy and I gained 32 kilograms in a matter of 15 months! I was taking supplements and did a gluten free diet for 8 months straight! I managed to lose weight but gained it all back and so many more kilograms and I don’t know what went wrong! I have enough sleep and I do consume both olive oil and coconut oil. My cortisol levels were down so I took supplements for the adrenal and it raised and I think that was when the problems started! I’m just lost...

[@drwestinchilds]

Haha, congrats!

[@Cloud-et4qu]

Dr. Westin Childs lol thanks a lot for the information. I watched it till the end 🙂

[@spiritmama]

Just curious - Do you do any cardio? I focus on lifting weights instead because cardio stresses my body. Doesn’t mean I’m not active (I’m on my feet all day for work), but you won’t see me on an elliptical anymore. It’s just not necessary... weights are enough for my body.

[@newrose24]

Which ones did you stop taking

[@Gesundheit888]

Go one a carnivore diet.

[@fpsa63]

Thank you for sharing your experience and expertise, thank you.

[@asharl1799]

I have thyroid nodules (goiter), lately I consumed lots of protein bars (with isoflavones) for abt 2 weeks in Brisbane, my thyroid gland started to swell to the size of a lemon, it is inflamed and painful, the pain radiates to my ear, throat, jaw and shoulder, with headache. My condition gets better after taking curcumin, garlic, olive leaf extract, fish oil, vit D (with K2) supplements. However, the swell remains and still painful when swallowing. Just wonder how Long will it take for the swell to subside.

[@pastthefog6514]

Did it subside for you? And if so did you figure out what helped the most? Hope you are okay!

[@deecooper8916]

I think that you need to see a specialist, like an endocrinologist for proper examination, diagnosis and treatment as soon as you can. The thyroid is a very important gland and has to be seriously taken care of. My thyroid was removed due to nodules, which showed as cancerous on examination. That was more than 20 years ago. That made me hypothyroid. I am taking thyroid hormones forever, aside from other supplements that Dr Childs has mentioned.

[@justasimplesomeone]

Try to eat loads of fish, I believe. But wild is best. Not always easy to find - and expensive in some places. Oysters full of zinc, I heard.

[@bari1199]

OMG So happy I found you !!!! I have had Thyroid, hair loss for so many years and my doctors never seem to offer any info to help me. Took it upon myself to become vegan and read constantly about thyroid health. I am off all meds and trying to make sense of my labs. You are so helpful. Where do you practice?????

[@sallybarwin3302]

Sorry I accidentally gave a thumbs down. My question to you is have you noticed any change in your hair loss ?

[@tanyakilbane7636]

Oh yeah, I also appreciate you speaking fast!

[@kasaraspanda]

I don’t know how many people purposely are not sleeping... I’m trying to do everything I can to sleep but still wake up many times at night. I think hashimotos is causing my sleep problems, it started with all of the symptoms. My labs are normal but Thyroid antibodies 285. I don’t eat flour, starch, sugar, vegetable oils for 4 years. What would you suggest to do about sleep?

[@Maranatha_Vision]

Melatonin

[@jenniferbell7923]

Yep melatonin will help. Start slow on mg like 2mg see how that works for you. But make sure you take it 1hr or 1hr 1/2 before you go to bed

[@leekflower1]

I'm not a fan of melatonin. Magnesium is very good for sleep.

[@sunnyday7843]

Dairy makes me have insomnia !( and that is cows milk , casein also can be an ingredient listed that is from cows milk ) try cutting out nightshades - white potatoes kept me up as well! It’s crazy but true - I avoid soy for the most part and take magnesium bisglycinate at night with water - I suggest you get a good naturopathic doc if you have Hashimoto’s- the food to eliminate is possibly different for you so perhaps do trial and error or elimination diet

[@kernjames]

Great information about Soy being in so many things. Also, I found your other comments about soy enlightening. I am nearly 75 and I seem to have some swelling and soreness in my knees that I can't figure out as to where it is coming from. When I do the elliptical or ride a bike, my knees feel better. I also have an enlarged prostate that is a problem. Those are my major medical concerns and my doctors don't seem to consider my thyroid as part of the issue. Lately, I have had constipation too. My blood sugar has been dong a lot better since I started just eating meat and vegetables, but now I seem to have these other problems aforementioned. I am almost scared to go to a doctor because they just want treat my symptoms with some drug that will make some other part of my body to get sick.

[@catloverx2]

Dr. Childs, I have Hashimoto's, sleep apnea and five bad discs in my neck. Thank you for clearing up some of my questions regarding soy and vegetables. I have switched to olive oil and coconut oil but I was also told that avocado oil was a good oil. Just curious on your thoughts. THANK YOU.

[@maheway7880]

Hi dear how r u dealing with sleep.apnea

[@joaniweiss5870]

Sleep apnea me too

[@etiennelouw9244]

Not enough sleep, summer, too hot. Just subscribed so have not checked out enough yet. To use an old navy term, Thanks Doc.

[@runawaybead]

What supplements are the best for thyroid? And how much to take ?

[@stardustgirl2904]

They never tell you!

[@stardustgirl2904]

Iodine is one of them

[@andreatimko-un8ig]

​@stardustgirl I thought for Graves not to use iodine?

[@MariankGonzalez]

Thank you for the upload! So useful. :)

[@Loyalki]

Sheesh I could watch him all day ❣️

[@TonyaA7]

Thank you for sharing this information... I definitely need 8 to 9 hours of sleep andy more or less makes me feel blaa through out the day. Another thing that drains me is being very stressed.. I been working on these things..

[@helenross7751]

Hi Doctor, thanks for your information, very helpful. I have been treated for Graves and am now in normal range and want to keep it that way . Specialist seems to think it was stress that caused my thyroid issues My Dr prescribed Lexapro to help with anxiety and stress . Is there anything else I should take to help adrenals .

[@drwestinchilds]

Adrenal glandulars and/or adrenal adaptogens would be a great place to start! You can find more info here: www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ www.restartmed.com/product/a-r-c/

[@cockeyedoptimista]

Can mediation help?

[@VeganSuz]

@drwestinchilds #1 - on occasion I'm extra busy and don't get enough sleep but generally, I get btwn 7-8hrs of sleep and more when I'm able. #2 - while I take multivitamins, I have not been taking thyroid-specific supplements. #3 - when cooking I use avocado oil and extra virgin olive oil and occasionally coconut oil, I do eat out and eat processed foods still, so I definitely consume inflammatory oils. BTW, you didn't mention avocado oil... where does that fall? #4 - the veggies you mentioned are my favorites, I tend to eat mostly broccoli, kale, and asparagus. #5 - I've been vegan for more than 11 yrs and absolutely love tofu. I'm gonna stop eating it until after my total thyroidectomy (which will hopefully be soon, appt w/surgeon tomorrow). #6 - I wasn't aware I had to pay attention to my adrenal glands but will definitely ask my (new) endocrinologist about that. Thank you, Dr Childs!

[@Amblin80s]

My go-to lunch & dinner for years was tofu with broccoli or kale... I was sad to give it up a few months ago, but c’est la vie. Thanks for the info!

[@KTR2022]

Did you develop hypothyroidism from years of eating tofu (soy) with goitrogens????

[@drwestinchilds]

No problem!

[@Amblin80s]

@@KTR2022 ​ I don't think I have hypothyroidism as of yet, but I've become increasingly conscious of changes in my weight and moods over the past year or so. Really hard to tell if it's hormonal or some type of nutritional deficiency, decreased physical activity, etc., so I've just been experimenting with removing all the "usual" culprits. I've been feeling better with supplements, which never used to do anything for me before, to be quite honest. What's worked for me has been trying to naturally raise testosterone and progesterone with food and supplements, managing estrogen with DIM and calcium D-glucarate, taking ashwaganda to lower stress/cortisol, drinking water kefir, eating fermented foods and taking probiotics, and taking dandelion root extract to detox and berberine to manage blood sugar. I also reluctantly cut out soy, broccoli, and kale, and have been doing fine with lentils and other veggies. If you have hypo, I hope you've been able to find what works for you!

[@aletaadams86]

Working on sugar addiction, using monk fruit when sugar is needed for cooking, no candy, sugar drinks, or pastries. This also helps my sleep😮

[@marywolfe6598]

Can you please tell us what good thyroid levels should be. I know the lab levels vary a lot. Also, can you do a video on thyroid nodules?

[@drwestinchilds]

Of course, they can all be found here: www.restartmed.com/normal-thyroid-levels/

[@ginacoulombe5345]

I’m a vegan who only consumes organic tofu a few times a week. In your opinion, do you feel this is damaging to the thyroid?

[@1961-v9k]

I have only just been diagnosed with low Thyroid, but I no symptoms whatsoever. I have been a fit, athletic runner for thirty years. I get six to eight hours sleep per night, I eat lots of fruit, veg, oily fish, seeds and nuts. I really wouldn’t know what else to do other than take supplements, which I didn’t think I would need to considering I eat a varied diet.

[@merylslabbert3570]

You left out the problem of gluten & dairy proteins inside the body via a leaky gut -- their close similarity to thyroid hormones -- thus confusing the immune system so that the body destroys its own T3 together with the foreign amines thus resulting eventually in a deficiency of these crucial thyroid hormone reserves.

[@drwestinchilds]

There are plenty of things that could have been included but I just hit on the most common. Gluten/dairy can be a problem for some people but there are others who have no issues with either/both.

[@calamityjane4331]

Thank you so much for clarifying that with Hashimoto's I can take adrenals continuously. I thought just going through a month or so course would fix it! I make my own bone broth and have a 3/4 cup daily, which bolsters tge thyroid snd promotes gut health. I'm good with all this stuff except for the oil thing. Living alone I get alot of takeout! I'm going to load up the freezer with meat, top up on vegetables and commit to home cooking.

[@juliesersch4178]

I assume bone broth is good for thyroid issues

[@Mainecoon_Izzy]

YES💯✅ Cook your own food 💯💯💯

[@roseb.7104]

Dr. When I eat Broccoli, I eat very little of them. I love beets, when I can. Avocado as well. Love Bell pepper and Onions.. And Fruits of Course. I USE( LIGHT) OLIVE OIL. Thank You.

[@drwestinchilds]

No problem!

[@mabajaki5555]

Please tell me are cold pressed flax seeds oil and avocado oil harmful too? Or they are good for eating? I know flax seeds oil has got more omega 3 than omega 6, and that's good.