Could understanding the functional medicine approach to thyroid conditions transform your health? Join me, Dr. Kristi Tompkins, for an incredible conversation with Dr. Eric Osansky, a leading chiropractor and certified functional medicine practitioner, as we explore the complexities of thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. Dr. Eric shares his personal battle with Graves' disease and how it ignited his passion for holistic healing. He dives into the rising prevalence of disorders like Hashimoto's and Graves' often related to modern stressors and environmental toxins, offering invaluable insights into a variety of natural treatments.

Dr. Eric's story highlights the remarkable potential of managing Graves' disease through dietary changes, herbs, and exercise modifications, steering clear of conventional treatments like radioactive iodine or surgery. We discuss the challenges of obtaining comprehensive thyroid testing within mainstream medicine, emphasizing the need for thorough, proactive testing, including autoimmune thyroid markers. This episode underscores the significant differences between conventional and functional medicine approaches, stressing the importance of self-advocacy, self-trust and self-empowerment in managing thyroid conditions.

In our conversation, we covered the nuanced approach to Hashimoto's thyroiditis, where individualized and targeted health care and a focus on underlying triggers are paramount. Dr. Eric sheds light on the importance of gut health, stress management, and the impact of chronic stress and environmental factors on autoimmune conditions. We even navigate the controversy surrounding iodine supplementation and its effects on thyroid health. Whether dealing with thyroid issues or seeking to optimize your health and well-being, this episode offers valuable and insightful guidance and practical tips for a healthier, higher quality of life.

Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and certified functional medicine practitioner with over 20 years of experience in health in wellness. Since 2009, his special focus has been on helping people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions.

He is the author of "Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease", "The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet", and "Hashimoto's Triggers", and is the host of the Save My Thyroid podcast.

Dr. Eric was diagnosed with Graves disease in 2008. After personally seeing how well a comprehensive, natural approach helped his condition, he began helping others with various types of thyroid conditions, including hyper and hypothyroidism and autoimmune conditions such as Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.