In this video, Dr. Amie and I discuss:
- Thyroid weight gain and what triggers it
- Reverse dieting and how it can help improve your metabolism
- Inflammation and its impact on thyroid disease (also the potential sources and causes of inflammation in thyroid patients)
- Adrenal fatigue and cortisol testing, the best tests to use, why I don't recommend cortisol testing, and more
- The iodine thyroid controversy, why I don't recommend using high dose iodine, and what range of iodine is important
- Why TSH suppression isn't always a bad thing but what to watch out for if you suppress your TSH
- Why optimizing your free T3 over your free T4 is important
- Why high free T3 levels aren't necessarily a problem
- The connection between osteoporosis and atrial fibrillation with thyroid disease
- And how to balance the risks vs rewards of thyroid management

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/

This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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