Originally published on 21st November 2017 Last updated on 24th November 2023 Having a thyroid patient on your gift shopping list can seem daunting, especially if they follow specific diets or avoid certain chemicals, to help manage their condition/s. So…
Originally published on 26th November 2019 Last updated on 24th November 2023 This time of year is known for being fun, enjoyable, a great opportunity to catch up with friends and family, and take a break from work. However,…
A few years ago now, I put together the article 11 ‘Harmless’ Things Said by Doctors That Actually Hurt Thyroid Patients. Since then, I’ve had a lot of feedback from fellow thyroid patients with even more remarks they’ve received and…
Originally published on 27th May 2016 Last updated on 1st September 2023 Stomach acid is needed in the body to break down food and get rid of bad bacteria. It is made as and when you eat, but many hypothyroid…
Originally published on 7th April 2016 Last updated on 24th January 2023 As thyroid patients, we may struggle to truly convey what we mean by feeling tired, fatigued or exhausted. Below explains a typical day in my life before I…
What do you wish you were told at the start of your thyroid journey? I asked my readers this very question and below are the most common responses, answered by myself for those who are perhaps new to understanding their…
I’ve been looking forward to sharing Dr Chatterjee’s books with you all as he’s not only a UK doctor but he also combines both conventional and lifestyle medicine in the way that I aim to in my thyroid advocacy work…
A ‘Thyroid Flare’, ‘Flare Up’, or ‘Hashimoto’s Flare’ is defined as a short period of time in which thyroid symptoms are more intense and ‘flared up’. Flares are usually triggered by stress, illness, overexertion etc. Flares can be experienced both…
One of the most common questions I am asked is: What is The Best Diet for Hypothyroidism? Many people with hypothyroidism and often also Hashimoto’s are keen to know whether a change in their diet could yield reduced symptoms of…
Originally published on 12th May 2016 Last updated on 25th July 2021 I refer to days when my hypothyroid or Hashimoto’s symptoms are particularly bad as a ‘bad thyroid day’. Also called ‘flare ups’, I’ve had these days when my…
