Articles in: Thyroid Health

The thyroid is the regulator of metabolism and energy. It is intimately intertwined with all the other hormone systems of the body. What is unique about the thyroid is its vulnerability to environmental toxins, pollutants and chemicals, all of which the thyroid quickly absorbs, disturbing its ability to regulate metabolism. In this section, you will find many referenced articles on the subject of thyroid health that merge western science with Ayurveda’s time tested approach to supporting optimal thyroid function.

Iodine for Thyroid, Hormonal + Breast Health

by John Douillard on April 30, 2019 | 6 Comments

You may have heard extreme claims about iodine—that we’re all deficient, causing us to be flooded with fluoride, or that it will poison you and destroy your thyroid gland. I’m here to bring some sober statistics to the table about this important trace element and a plan to moderately and safely introduce it into your routine.

How to Remove Thyroid-Damaging Fluoride with Iodine

by John Douillard on December 18, 2018 | 3 Comments

It would be quite a skill to avoid fluoride these days. Most water supplies have it, as do most toothpastes, non-stick pans, and many medications such as Prozac (flouxetine). It is estimated that the average American gets somewhere between 1.6 and 6.6mg of fluoride each day. The World Health Organization considers safe levels of fluoride

How to Detox Fluoride from your Pineal Gland

by John Douillard on February 24, 2018 | 40 Comments

The pineal gland is a pea-sized gland that sits in the deep center of the skull. It may be most well-known for its production of melatonin. It has been credited with having a hand in promoting sleep, boosting mood, enhancing sex, and even increasing longevity by as much as 10-25%. (1,2) The pineal gland is

The Complete Guide to Iodine Deficiency

by John Douillard on December 14, 2017 | 29 Comments

Iodine deficiency is one of the most important and prevalent global deficiencies of the late 20th and early 21st century. While great strides have been made in fighting this epidemic, there is still ample work to be done. Here are some statistics: From 1971-1994, iodine intake levels in the United States decreased by 50%, according

068: Food-Based Solutions For Your Thyroid

by John Douillard on November 6, 2017 | 16 Comments

Twenty million Americans suffer from thyroid conditions, and a shocking 60% of Americans who have a thyroid condition are not even aware that they have one. Join me as I interview Lisa Markley, MS, RDN and Jill Grunewald, HNC, authors of The Essential Thyroid Cookbook. In this podcast, we will learn how we can all

The Best Foods For Your Thyroid Recipes Included!

by John Douillard on November 6, 2017 | Leave a Comment

The thyroid is perhaps the most sensitive organ in the body when it comes to the environment. To make matters worse, in America, we are dumping some 4 billion pounds of environmental pollutants into the environment each year. (1) Today, an estimated 20 million Americans suffer from thyroid conditions, and a shocking 60% of Americans

Guggul for Healthy Weight Loss & Thyroid

by John Douillard on August 1, 2017 | 19 Comments

One of the most common and accepted theories regarding weight loss is the Calorie Theory, in which your weight loss/gain is dependent on your calorie intake versus calorie expenditure. While this theory does make up a large piece of the weight loss pie, I wish it were that simple. The major flaw in this theory

How to Flush Fluoride from your Body

by John Douillard on June 27, 2017 | 20 Comments

Did you know that fluoride was used through the 1950s to suppress thyroid function in cases of hyperthyroidism in South America and Europe? (1) Fluoride exposure has also been linked to the calcification of the pineal gland and decreased melatonin production. (6,7,8) Today, fluoride is everywhere from the drinking water, to non-stick pans, toothpastes and

Tips to Minimize Cell Phone Radiation Exposure

by John Douillard on May 20, 2017 | 8 Comments

According to a January 2017 report from the Pew Research Center, 95% of Americans own a cell phone of some kind, and 77% of Americans own a smart phone. Many rely on their smart phone as their only online source. The level of dependency on these devices has exploded within the past 10 or so

Two Ayurvedic Herbs for your Thyroid

by John Douillard on September 17, 2016 | 26 Comments

While a lack of iodine may be the first thing that comes to mind when trying support healthy thyroid function, Ayurveda suggests two herbs for your thyroid – both of which support the healthy absorption of iodine into the thyroid. In one study, guggul (Commiphora mukul) was shown to increase the uptake of iodine into

Iodine Doses for Optimal Benefits

by John Douillard on June 13, 2015 | 16 Comments

Average Reading Time: 3 minutes and 38 seconds Iodine is an essential trace element, recognized for its cornucopia of important health benefits, including the traditional role it plays in the production of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism and energy production throughout the body and, in turn, affect core body temperature,

Cell Phone Math They Don’t Want You To Do

by John Douillard on April 2, 2015 | 3 Comments

There are numerous federal agencies claiming there is a lack of evidence that cell phone radiation exposure can cause harm. Among them is the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) itself, the FDA, and most notably, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), which states on its website that “there is no evidence from studies of cells, animals, or