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In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr and Dr. Amie Hornaman, “The Thyroid-Fixer” and founder of The Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization, discuss the ins and outs of optimizing thyroid health.

*Join us as we delve into:*
+ The complex interplay of T4, T3, and the lesser-known T2 thyroid hormone.
+ How to interpret thyroid lab tests, including optimal ranges vs. standard "normal" levels.
+ Busting myths about thyroid hormone replacement and addressing concerns about potential side effects.
+ The role of thyroid hormones in metabolism, fat burning, energy levels, and overall health
+ Strategies for personalizing thyroid treatment beyond just T4 medication.

*This episode is for you if:*
- You have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's.
- You struggle with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, or other symptoms despite "normal" thyroid tests.
- You're curious about functional medicine's approach to thyroid optimization
- You want to explore the potential benefits of T3 and T2 thyroid hormones.

🚀 Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and take actionable steps towards a smarter, healthier lifestyle! Hit play now and join us on this enlightening journey!

*You can also find this episode on…*
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7L49JmhMa8Ex7hX08ZxuZO?si=cyacvjUWSZqMP2VuDIqPgA
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-about-thyroid-hormone-replacement-ft-dr/id1663974629?i=1000649860228

*Find more from Dr. Amie Hornaman:*
Website: https://dramiehornaman.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dramiehornaman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amiehornamannutrition/

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*Video Chapters*
0:00:00 - Up Next
0:00:19 - SNH Podcast Intro
0:00:54 - Who is Dr. Amie Hornaman?
0:04:12 - A quick refresher on thyroid physiology
0:09:48 - Reverse T3
0:12:02 - How do we make thyroid hormones?
0:14:59 - Toxic halide sources in daily life
0:16:42 - The role of T2 compared to T3
0:21:43 - T2 and weight loss protocols
0:22:28 - Normal and optimal levels on a full thyroid panel
0:28:12 - How laboratory companies get their normal ranges
0:30:01 - How to replace thyroid hormone or optimize thyroid hormone levels
0:32:02 - T4 and T3 for thyroid hormone replacement
0:35:01 - d101 and d102 genes
0:35:54 - Initial dosing and strategy for people who come in for thyroid hormone
0:38:35 - If we can catch it early, sometimes we don't need thyroid hormone
0:41:32 - Is there such a thing as thyropause?
0:43:41 - Dr. Amie's framework for thyroid hormone replacement in women
0:47:28 - Fears that a lot of practitioners have about thyroid health in clinical practice
0:54:27 - 3 ways to live Smarter Not Harder