Thyroid Archives - Page 9 of 28 - Dr. Alan Christianson

July 21, 2024

What is the Ideal Range for Iodine and Your Thyroid?

You may have come under the impression that iodine is either toxic and you should not have any in your system, or it’s great and the sky’s the limit. But, there is a healthy range that you can consider to learn just how much iodine is best for you, especially […]

July 18, 2024

pesticides

Things I’ve Changed My Mind About: Pesticides

Today, I want to talk to you about something I recently changed my mind about. This is tricky, and it might come off as controversial, but I really want to share the best data available and what we can learn from it. So, let’s dive into the world of pesticides.

July 15, 2024

Natural Thyroid

Update: Top 10 Myths About Natural Desiccated Thyroid

One of the questions that I get the most is, “is natural thyroid safe?” First, you might be wondering exactly what is NDT thyroid and how long does it take for desiccated thyroid to work?

July 12, 2024

thyroid

How Well Is Your Thyroid Working?

Interested in figuring out how well your thyroid is working? The American Thyroid Association recently surveyed over 12 thousand people on treatment for hypothyroidism and asked them how well their treatment was working.

July 8, 2024

Showing pill bottle to another doctor

Unveiling the Healing Powers of Ashwagandha for Thyroid Disease

Did you know that Ashwagandha can be used for thyroid disease and has other benefits? It may be what you’ve been looking for if you’ve been wondering how to boost energy levels naturally or for ways to improve your health.

July 3, 2024

Best Thyroid Levels

How to Find the Best Thyroid Levels for Your Condition

I want to take some time today to discuss your best thyroid levels. Labs have a normal range, and there is also an optimal range that you are likely to hear about. Let me tell you a bit more about ideal TSH levels for your specific condition.

June 30, 2024

thyroid cancer

Can Thyroid Cancer Be Treated?

Thyroid cancer is serious, but it is treatable. Using the right steps, thyroid cancer has a high survival rate.1,2 Today, let’s talk a little bit more about thyroid cancer, what you need to know about it, and if (and how) it can be treated.

June 6, 2024

metabolism reset diet

How to Make Your Reset Last and Maintain Weight

If you have worked hard in the new year to get your body back on track, I’d love to help make sure you don’t lose ground, with the Metabolism Reset Diet. We’ll also talk about how you can maintain weight once you wrap up the program.

May 31, 2024

reverse T3 test

The Truth About Reverse T3: Causes, Myths, and Real Solutions

May 29, 2024

Dr. C discussing supplements.

Who Should Quit Their Thyroid Medications?

Have you been thinking of quitting your thyroid medication? Are you tired of feeling lethargic, forgetful, or struggling with weight loss? In this article, I walk you through the people who should consider doing it today.