Author | Dr. Alan Christianson

December 3, 2018

Do You Need Hydrocortisone For Low Adrenals?

Do you have an adrenal disease or adrenal dysfunction? If you do have low cortisol due to adrenal dysfunction is hydrocortisone something you should consider? Today, I’d like to break down everything that you need to know about your adrenals and their relationship with hydrocortisone.

November 19, 2018

Is Gluten Hurting Your Thyroid?

Is gluten hurting your thyroid? This is such an important question. It’s also something I think we should be digging into the science to learn more about. Let’s perform a deep dive into the science of gluten and thyroid function.

November 5, 2018

Why Fad Diets Work (Sometimes)

This is a topic I think you are really going to want to know about. Fad diets, they can work, but in order to understand how they work, and how they present their own unique drawbacks, you are going to need to know the bigger picture. Here is everything you […]

October 22, 2018

Update – How To Increase Cortisol In The Morning

Looking to find out how to increase cortisol in the morning? Many folks wonder to themselves, “why am I so tired during the day?” And, this may be one of the major issues. Recently I received a great note from a reader and I think this would be a great […]

August 20, 2018

Update – What is the Best Exercise for Thyroid Disease?

Interested in exercise for the thyroid gland, or exercise to reduce thyroid problems? We are all familiar with the numerous benefits exercise has on our lives. Whether it is stress reduction, lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease or improving metabolism/body composition. Indeed, weight gain and fatigue are common struggles of […]

August 13, 2018

Benefits Of A Low-Iodine Diet For Your Health

It’s a question that is essential to your health: are you getting too much or too little iodine? We often refer to iodine as the “goldilocks” nutrient of your thyroid. Not too much, not too little, things need to be just right to secure your long-term health. Let’s dive into […]

July 23, 2018

How Much Fuel Do You Need?

It’s not about calories anymore. It’s about fuel. Fuel is all of the things that your body can use for energy. Between carbohydrates, fats, and ketones, I have argued that there is no one that is better, worse, evil, or 100% perfect. It frustrates me when you feel you can’t […]

June 11, 2018

Histamine Intolerance – 12 Foods to Avoid

A few months back, I wrote an in-depth piece about histamine intolerances. New research suggests that it may be causing symptoms that seem to be coming from completely different causes including gluten sensitivity.

June 4, 2018

Are Oxalates To Blame For Inflammation In Your Body?

I recently got a note from a woman named Sarah, asking if oxalates were to blame for her bouts of inflammation. It got me to thinking more about oxalates. More specifically, how you could benefit from knowing the whole story about oxalate levels, where you can find them, and how […]

May 28, 2018

Forget Carbs And Fats – It Is The Fuel That Matters

I want you to forget what you thought you knew about carbs and fats, and focus on the fuel! Today, I will introduce you to how fuel is different, and how your fuel intake can affect your thyroid, weight gain, and other issues you might be facing. Without further ado, […]