Sleep Archives

March 17, 2026

Why Your Thyroid Supplements Aren’t Working: The Hashimoto’s-Stomach Connection

If you’ve been "doing everything right: taking your meds, cleaning up your diet, and tracking your labs, yet you still struggle with unstable thyroid levels or crashing fatigue, the problem might not be your thyroid at all. It might be your stomach.

February 24, 2026

Normal Thyroid Labs? 7 Conditions That Mimic Hypothyroidism

Do your thyroid labs look normal, but you still feel exhausted? Discover the 7 "thyroid imposters"—from low iron to adrenal issues—that mimic hypothyroidism.

February 17, 2026

Is High T3 Dangerous? The Truth About “Optimal” Thyroid Ranges

Does raising your T3 feel good at first, then lead to anxiety and crashes? Learn why low T3 is often an adaptive response by the body and why forcing it higher can cause thyroid resistance and long-term health risks.

February 3, 2026

Why Thyroid Meds Don’t Lower Antibodies (And What Does)

Medication replaces hormones but ignores the immune attack. Dr. Christianson explains why antibodies stay high and how iodine regulation and selenium can help.

January 20, 2026

Normal Thyroid Labs But Still Tired? 3 Hidden Causes

Labs come back normal, but you still feel exhausted and foggy? It might not be your thyroid. Here are 3 common conditions that mimic hypothyroidism, Dysglycemia, Low Ferritin, and Sleep Apnea, and why adding more medication might backfire.

January 13, 2026

Natural Thyroid Healing: Why Most Diets Fail and the Simple Fix

Exhausted by restrictive thyroid diets? Learn why Keto and AIP often miss the mark. Learn how regulating iodine can calm autoimmunity and shrink nodules without starving yourself.

January 6, 2026

Menopause Belly Fat: Why It’s Your Liver (Not Your Willpower)

Unexplained weight gain during menopause isn't about calories—it's about how your liver processes fuel. Dr. Alan Christianson explains the liver-hormone connection and shares a science-backed "reset" plan to reclaim your metabolic health naturally.

December 22, 2025

Microdosing GLP‑1 Drugs With Thyroid Disease

Considering GLP-1 microdosing with a thyroid condition? This guide explains the specific risks, crucial monitoring steps, and safer alternatives

December 17, 2025

How HRT Throws Off Your Thyroid (And What Your Doctor May Not Know)

During menopause, shifting hormones and HRT can alter thyroid needs. Discover how midlife changes affect your thyroid and learn what you can do to support it safely.

November 17, 2025

How Much Daily Sunlight Do You Really Need?

When it comes to sunlight, it helps to think of the sun as its own essential nutrients. Here’s how it helps, what it does for your body, and how much you need (and how to get it).