Ep. 11- Can You Heal Your Thyroid with Dr. Alan Christianson

Dr. Alan Christianson is a Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on Thyroid function, adrenal health, and metabolism.

 He has been actively practicing in Scottsdale since 1996 and is the founding physician behind Integrative Health. He is a NY Times bestselling author whose books include The Metabolism Reset Diet, The Adrenal Reset Diet, and the Complete Idiot’s Guide to Thyroid Disease.

 Dr. Christianson regularly appears on national media like Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The Today Show.

In our episode we break down thyroid dysfunction, symptoms to look out for, hormones in relation to thyroid. He also provides his thoughts as to why my thyroid declined during my competition days and post competition days and how my adrenals played a huge part in my thyroid starting to dysfunction. He mentions something about NTIS (Non-Thyroidal Illness Syndrome) and how this it is possible that that is what was going on with me a years ago.

He also answers the question- Can you heal your thyroid?

Dr. Christianson does a great job really breaking down the thyroid, its role and how it works together with metabolism.

He also breaks down the role of your metabolism and gives his thoughts on how to reset it. 

This episode is so important in wanting to learn more about your own health. Remember to always check with your doctor first if you suspect something is going on with your thyroid or hormones.  

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To learn more about Dr. Christianson and his book "The Metabolism Reset Diet" check out his site: Dr. Christianson website

To learn more about his practice in the Scottsdale check out his site : Integrative Medicine

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