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39: The Thyroid's Crucial Role in Breast Health and Beyond with Dr. Alan Christiansen
39: The Thyroid's Crucial Role in Breast Health and Beyond with Dr. Alan Christiansen
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Length:
73 minutes
Released:
Mar 25, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
Discover how optimizing thyroid function can enhance overall wellness and breast health. On today's episode we're joined by Dr. Alan Christiansen to explore the critical role of thyroid health. This episode is a holistic dive into how optimizing thyroid function can enhance your life, touching on its connections to breast health, cancer prevention, and beyond. Dr. Christiansen shares invaluable insights into iodine balance, dietary influences on thyroid function, and natural interventions that benefit everyone - whether you’re navigating thyroid issues, interested in cancer prevention, or simply aiming for peak health. Discover the truths behind thyroid and dietary myths, understand the comprehensive testing that illuminates the path to better health.What You’ll LearnUncover the importance of iodine balance and how to achieve it through diet.The Thyroid Reset Diet, a natural approach to potentially reverse thyroid disorders.Understand the necessity of comprehensive thyroid testing beyond traditional methods.Explore the realm of thyroid autoimmunity, uncovering its prevalence and risks.Embrace effective natural thyroid health strategies, from lifestyle modifications to judicious dietary adjustments, enhancing your well-being.Episode Timeline:00:05 - Welcome & Introduction01:15 - Introducing Dr. Alan Christiansen02:05 - The Vital Role of Thyroid in Overall Well-being04:20 - Understanding Iodine:07:30 - The Thyroid Reset Diet11:00 - Dietary Strategies14:45 - Comprehensive Thyroid Testing18:20 - Unraveling Thyroid Autoimmunity22:35 - Lifestyle Adjustments for Optimal Thyroid Function26:50 - Debunking Myths: Soy, Cruciferous Vegetables, and Thyroid Health31:15 - Thyroid Health and Breast Cancer Prevention35:40 - Iodine, Breast Health, and Cancer: Understanding the Connection39:55 - Personal Care Products Role in Thyroid and Breast Health44:10 - Navigating Thyroid Medication and Supplements48:25 - Enhancing Thyroid and Overall Health52:30 - Listener Q&A Segment 57:10 - Concluding ThoughtsAbout Dr. Alan Christiansen:Dr. Christiansen is a naturopathic endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders, bridging the gap between traditional and alternative medicine. With his book, "Thyroid Reset," Dr. Christiansen aims to educate and empower individuals to take control of their thyroid health through natural, proven strategies.Instagram: https://instagram.com/dralanchristianson/Website: https://www.drchristianson.com/To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://calendly.com/stephanie-1031/time-to-talkTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Person's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://realhealthmd.kartra.com/page/SmartPersonsGuidetoBreastCancerJoin the Facebook group: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingabreastwdrjennConnect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
Released:
Mar 25, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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