Did you know that the amount of estrogen in your body can affect the function of your thyroid? It is surprising to think about, but it totally made sense to me after my experience with Hashimoto’s disease. Shifting hormones can really impact your health. Estrogen dominance is a common problem for women today. High levels
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Your gut is the cornerstone of your health. Trust me, I learned this the hard way while fighting my way to remission from Hashimoto’s – an autoimmune thyroid disease. If you would like to learn more about my journey you can read my article Part 1: What is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis? If your gut is
We all have had uphill battles. Those times when no matter how hard you push, it feels like you are unable to make any progress. Usually, after you bang your head against the wall enough times, you try a new direction. During my postpartum Hashimoto’s experience, I eventually found a new direction on this
You know that feeling when you have FINALLY solved a frustrating problem? You feel good. Elated even. The end is near! I went into my first endocrinologist visit feeling extremely optimistic and hopeful. I learned that my exhaustion had a name- Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. She took my family history, asked about my symptoms, took a long
Hi! Welcome to the Story of My Health. My name is Laura and I want to share my story of how I was able to put my Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis into remission. I am a mom to 2 young toddler girls who keep me on my toes each and every day. Life changed for me after