Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's
If you have hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease, toxic multinodular goiter, etc.) or Hashimoto's thyroiditis and are looking to do everything to save your thyroid gland, then the Save My Thyroid podcast is for you! Dr. Eric Osansky DC, IFMCP is the host, as he personally was diagnosed with Graves' disease in 2008 and was able to get into remission taking a natural approach. He created this podcast to help others with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's save their thyroid and regain their health. If you have hyperthyroidism then pretty much all of the episodes will benefit you, and if you have Hashimoto's you'll benefit from most of the guest expert episodes, as well as some of the "solo" episodes. The reason there is more of a focus on hyperthyroidism is because all of the other thyroid-related podcasts focus mostly on hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's, and since Dr. Eric personally dealt with Graves' disease he wanted this podcast to focus more on hyperthyroidism, although it will still offer plenty of value to those with hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's. Dr. Eric Osansky lives in Matthews NC with his wife, 2 daughters, 3 cats, 2 dogs, and 3 guinea pigs! He has been a practitioner for 20+ years, and has focused on helping people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions since 2009.
Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's
Your Gut-Thyroid Questions Answered
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In this Q&A episode, Dr. Eric dives into the powerful connection between gut health and thyroid function. Recorded during a Substack livestream for his Healing Graves’ Naturally newsletter, he begins by explaining why the gut is such a central player in thyroid autoimmunity. With most immune system cells residing in the gut and about 20% of thyroid hormone conversion occurring in the gut microbiome, maintaining gut health is critical for those dealing with Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s, or other thyroid conditions.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Eric answers listener questions about gut testing, including when to use comprehensive stool tests, SIBO breath tests, or organic acids testing. He also discusses leaky gut testing, parasites, H. pylori treatment options, histamine intolerance, and how gut imbalances can contribute to symptoms like bloating, gas, and constipation. He explains how diet, stress management, and proper digestive support can play a role in restoring gut balance.
Listeners will also learn about natural approaches to supporting stomach acid levels, the role of fiber in producing beneficial compounds like butyrate, and whether sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit affect the gut microbiome. If you want a clearer, more balanced understanding of the gut-thyroid connection and practical answers to common gut health questions, you’ll get a lot out of this episode.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction to the Gut-Thyroid Q&A
02:16 – How the Gut Influences Thyroid Health
06:56 – Best Tests to Evaluate Gut Health
09:28 – Testing for Leaky Gut
11:36 – Parasites, Gas, and Bloating
13:42 – Crohn’s Disease and Thyroid Conditions
15:35 – Betaine HCL and Low Stomach Acid
19:03 – Managing Histamine Intolerance
20:32 – Should Everyone Do Parasite Cleanses?
23:43 – Natural Solutions for Constipation
28:05 – Monk Fruit vs. Stevia and Gut Health
29:47 – Natural vs. Antibiotic Treatment for H. pylori
32:41 – Can Healing the Gut Help Thyroid Eye Disease?
33:12 – Gluten-Free Grains and Gut Healing
35:14 – Functional Medicine vs. Gastroenterologists
37:31 – Mold and Gut Health
39:04 – Boosting Butyrate Production
41:33 – Ulcerative Colitis and Zinc Deficiency
45:04 – How to Increase Stomach Acid Naturally
46:33 – Herbal Teas and Gut Health
49:55 – Nuts, Seeds, and Gut-Friendly Options
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