Tag: #Thyroidhealth
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Balancing Act: Thyroid, Gallbladder, and Your Health
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Imagine your body as a finely-tuned system, with various components working in unison to maintain your health. In this intricate system, two key players that appear to be completely unrelated are the thyroid and the gallbladder, and they have a unique connection. The thyroid, like a master…
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Is It My Blood Sugar, My Thyroid, or Maybe My Liver?
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Have you ever felt off, not quite yourself, but couldn’t put your finger on the problem? Fatigue, weight changes, mood swings – these symptoms can be frustrating and confusing. It’s not uncommon for people to wonder, “What’s going on? Where do I start?” The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster…
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Why Do I Need to Know My Blood Sugar Numbers?
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES The importance of knowing your blood sugar numbers cannot be overstated. For some people, it’s a matter of life and death, while for others, it’s about maintaining optimal health and well-being. In an age where various factors can impact our blood sugar levels, from dietary choices to stress…
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Why We Should Rest and Relax this Holiday Weekend
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES As the long holiday weekend approaches, many of us are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to kick back, unwind, and savor some well-deserved relaxation. Labor Day, often seen as the unofficial end of summer, serves as the perfect occasion to take a break from our hectic routines and enjoy…
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Unlocking the Triad of Thyroid Health, Blood Sugar Balance, and Digestive Harmony
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES Thyroid function, blood sugar regulation, and digestion are interconnected processes that influence each other. While they may seem unrelated, these three elements are intimately connected, working together to keep our health and all of its systems in balance. In the conventional medical world, these systems are “treated” alone,…
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Top Nutrient-Rich Foods to Elevate Thyroid Health and Maintain Blood Sugar
By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Being mindful of dietary choices is important when aiming to support thyroid health and regulate blood sugar levels. There are several foods that are helpful for both and that I believe are good to include on a regular basis when promoting both thyroid function and balanced blood…
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The Power of FOOD for Autoimmune Thyroid
By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Autoimmune thyroid diseases, such as Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease, can significantly impact a person’s overall well-being. These conditions arise when the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to imbalances in hormone production and a range of troublesome symptoms. Unfortunately, autoimmune conditions usually run in pairs…
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Your Mysterious Microbiome
By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP You have a whopping 39 trillion microbes in your body! Let that sink in. I can’t even imagine that many. These microbes break down your food, support your immune system, create vitamins, assemble amino acids, produce neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, GABA, and norepinephrine, maintain your intestinal lining, and so…
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