Dr. Westin Childs Podcast: Thyroid | Weight Loss | Hormones

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/ Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a condition which causes low thyroid function but it is different from run of the mill hypothyroidism. And because it is different, you should not evaluate it in the same way that you would evaluate regular hypothyroidism. If you have Hashimoto's there are certain tests BEYOND those which are used to diagnose thyroid function that you should be aware of and that you should get. Getting these Hashimoto's lab tests and blood tests will help you figure out how well your immune system is working, which nutrient deficiencies may be playing a role in your thyroid function, and also give you an idea as to how advanced your Hashimoto's disease is. Get THESE lab tests if you have Hashimoto's and, in fact, I recommend that all patients with thyro