One overlooked hormone could be interfering with your thyroid, especially if stress has been your constant companion.

In this episode, we dive into the overlooked connection between DHEA and thyroid health—especially how it influences immunity, adrenal function, and your body’s ability to regulate inflammation and stress. You’ll find out why low DHEA is so common in thyroid conditions, what silently depletes it, and the key things to know before considering supplementation. For anyone stuck in a cycle of symptoms or slow progress, this episode offers fresh insight into what your body might really be asking for. It’s the missing link you didn’t know you needed.

Tune in to discover how supporting this one hormone could change your thyroid health.

Episode Timeline:

0:00 - Asking if DHEA Affects Thyroid Health

0:09 - Understanding What DHEA Is and What It Does

1:12 - More Info on DHEA from a 2014 Article

1:46 - The Indirect Link Between DHEA and Thyroid Health

2:17 - How Low Cortisol and DHEA Affected My Graves Disease

2:56 - Explaining the Hormone Pathways Involving DHEA

3:19 - Why Some Practitioners Recommend Pregnenolone

4:54 - The Role of Chronic Stress in Hormonal Imbalance

5:34 - Why It Can Be Hard to Raise DHEA Naturally

6:22 - The Importance of Stress Handling and Making Time for It

7:24 - How Sleep and Lifestyle Affect Your Adrenals

8:07 - What I Took for Low Cortisol and DHEA Support

9:25 - Why Lifestyle Still Matters More Than Supplements

9:39 - When I Might Recommend DHEA and at What Dose

10:45 - Final Thoughts on DHEA and Thyroid Health

11:22 - Podcast Outro

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• Dr. Eric Osanky's Article

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Thyroid autoimmunity doesn’t just affect your thyroid—it can trigger a chain reaction of other autoimmune diseases if left unchecked.

This episode takes a closer look at how thyroid autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ can overlap with other autoimmune conditions. I’ll discuss why managing multiple conditions requires a holistic approach, including lifestyle changes, diet, and stress management. You’ll also hear how to use diet and supplements to support your immune system and improve your well-being.

Tune in for practical advice on navigating the complexities of autoimmune health.

Episode Timeline:

0:00 - Episode Overview

1:07 - Podcast Intro

1:41 - Thyroid Autoimmunity and Other Autoimmune Risks

2:46 - Thyroid Autoimmunity and the 25% Risk of Other Diseases

3:06 - How Autoimmune Diseases Overlap and Mislead
3:15 - Graves’ vs Hashimoto’s Antibodies Explained
4:07 - Can You Have Multiple Autoimmune Conditions?
5:36 - The Triad of Autoimmunity and Its Impact on Health
8:18- How Autoimmune Conditions Overlap and Lead to Misdiagnosis
10:49 - Rheumatoid Arthritis and Thyroid Autoimmunity
12:54 - Gluten Sensitivity and Thyroid Disease Celiac Testing

13:06 - Short Break
17:14 - Managing Multiple Autoimmune Conditions with Lifestyle and Diet
17:53 - The Right Diet for Autoimmune Conditions – A Modified Approach
20:00 - Stress Management for Autoimmune Healing
21:05 - Supplements and Probiotics for Immune Support
22:03 - Medication for Autoimmunity When It's Necessary
22:46 - Managing Multiple Symptoms of Autoimmunity
23:34 - The Importance of Gut Health in Autoimmune Conditions
24:52 - Episode Wrap-Up

24:59 - Podcast Outro

25:51 - Episode Insights and conclusions

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Most women never hear about thermography until they’re deep into their health journey—but it might be the early insight you've been missing.

Gaye Walden, a certified holistic health coach and founder of Holistic Breast Health in Charlotte, NC, shares how breast thermography offers a preventative and personalized approach to breast wellness. She explains to us how this non-invasive scan works, why it’s especially useful for women with dense breast tissue, and how factors like oral health, stress, and diet are deeply connected to breast and thyroid health. Gaye also discusses the limitations of traditional mammograms and offers practical advice for preparing for a thermography scan.

Tune in to hear how Gaye is helping women take control of their health—one informed choice at a time.

Episode Timeline:

0:00 – Episode Overview

1:17 – Podcast Intro

1:50 – Guest welcome and introduction

3:25 – How Gaye Walden found her path in thermography through her daughter’s work

3:59 – Starting a breast thermography practice in Charlotte

4:29 – Why lifestyle matters more than genetics in breast cancer prevention

6:22 – Inside the thermography room and how the technology works

6:53 – How to prepare for a thermography scan

6:25 – What happens during the scan and what areas are imaged

8:38 – Why your mouth is included in a breast scan

13:54 – How structural imbalances in the body can affect breast health

14:45 – Lifestyle habits that support long-term breast wellness

15:58 – Why stress and hormones are deeply linked to breast health

17:56 – Supporting women with different perspectives on hormone management

18:32 – Thyroid and hormone health in women with chronic stress

20:57 – The soy debate and its impact on hormone-sensitive women

21:52 – Choosing plant-based options wisely and using natural products in moderation

22:53 – Why clean animal protein and mindful eating habits matter for hormone health

25:38 – The rise of breast lymphatic therapy and how it’s helping women in Charlotte

26:07 – Movement food and stress all affect hormone health

28:02 – Using multiple screenings gives a fuller health picture

30:54 – Choosing the right follow-up for peace of mind

31:22 – Sauna and liver support equals better hormone balance

32:04 – Estrogen receptors and fat cells what to know

32:45 – Plastics water and why clean choices matter

35:29 – Cruciferous veggies help fight abnormal cells

38:03 – Apricot seeds contain B17 a natural cell killer use moderately

38:24 – Leafy greens give energy root veggies ground you balance is key

39:08 – Iodine supports both breast and thyroid health especially topically

40:45 – Dense and fibrocystic breasts need support not fear iodine can help

43:52 – Many worry about radiation from mammograms especially with age

44:36 – Dense breast tissue makes mammograms less effective for 50 percent of women

45:32 – To get an ultrasound covered most women must get a mammogram first

48:02 – Switzerland doesn’t promote routine mammograms risk versus benefit debate

49:00 – Genetics matter but dense tissue limits mammogram clarity for many

49:32 – Radiation exposure adds up from phones airports X-rays and more

50:21 – Connect with Gaye Walden for more insight

54:35 – Final Thanks

54:50 – Podcast Outro

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