#112: Debunking Thyroid Myths and What Allopathic Medicine Gets Wrong About Thyroid Conditions

January 9, 2025

In this episode

[3:11] How Dr. Eric got involved in functional medicine and the thyroid community
[9:33] How does stress contribute to thyroid problems?
[12:38] Why most thyroid medication doesn’t actually help people feel better
[15:38] Understanding cellular hypothyroidism and how to get out of it
[21:43] The difference between cellular and glandular hypothyroidism
[25:34] The Thyroid Debacle
[29:32] Changing our strategy around healing to get to the root cause of thyroid disease
[34:05] Dr. Eric’s recommendations for restrategizing thyroid healing
[40:22] Getting to the root cause of our stress and inflammation and finally addressing it
[44:18] What our labs are actually telling us about our thyroid health

Episode Summary

In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce Dr. Eric Balcavage, the founder of Rejuvagen, and a fellow thyroid health enthusiast. Get ready to nerd out about all things thyroid while we debunk some common myths about addressing thyroid health.

Dr. Eric shares his unconventional journey from chiropractic practice to becoming a prominent voice in the thyroid community, largely inspired by helping a family member with hypothyroidism. This journey led him to an in-depth exploration of functional medicine, genetics, and the cell danger response.

We’ll cover why many thyroid patients don’t feel better on medication and explore the complex relationship between stress, inflammation, and thyroid health. In this episode, you’ll gain valuable insights into the true root causes of thyroid dysfunction.

Dr. Eric provides a refreshing perspective on why treating just the symptoms often fall short, and shares why addressing an individual’s unique stress load is crucial for effective thyroid management. We touch on everything from cellular hypothyroidism to how chronic stressors — be it emotional, physical, or environmental — can push our bodies into a state of dysregulation.

If you’re struggling with thyroid issues and traditional medicine hasn’t worked for you, this episode offers hope and practical strategies for healing. Understanding the role of stress and inflammation in thyroid health could be the key to finally feeling well. Tune in to learn how to navigate and manage stressors to support overall well-being and thyroid function.

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