Real progress comes when we stop managing symptoms and start understanding the body’s messages. What might yours be saying? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Ellis, a naturopathic doctor whose own health journey from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma to Hashimoto’s completely reshaped how she approaches healing. We talk about her path from cancer survivor to women’s hormone specialist, and how she uncovered the deeper connections between thyroid autoimmunity, toxins, and genetic vulnerability.&nbs...
A new study may have just changed how we think about two nutritional supplements that can benefit those with Graves’ disease. A new 2025 study looked at the combination of L-carnitine and selenium alongside methimazole and the results were more encouraging than I expected. In this episode, I walk you through what the researchers found, including how this combo may help lower thyroid antibodies, improve symptom control, and even reduce the total amount of methimazole needed. I also share my cl...
Many women are fearful of estrogen, especially with everything out there related to "estrogen dominance". What if the real danger isn’t estrogen but it’s misinformation? Dr. Sharon Stills has spent over two decades helping women move through perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her message is simple but powerful: hormones aren’t the enemy. They’re part of what keeps your brain, bones, and metabolism resilient as you age. We talk about why so many women are misled into avoi...
When it’s your vision on the line, what choice would you make? In this podcast audit, I speak with Linda, who faced sudden double vision and eye changes that no one could explain at first. What began as mild symptoms quickly turned into Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), forcing her to make tough decisions on when to move beyond homeopathic care and consider Tepezza. We talk about what finally made a difference, what didn’t, and how she kept her immune system and hope strong through it all. Tune in t...
Feeling “off” in your 30s, 40s, or 50s? Hormone imbalances may be the reason and now is the time to act. Bria Gadd also known as The Period Whisperer is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer. She helps women move past hormonal chaos by focusing on root causes rather than quick fixes. In this conversation, Bria shares her own perimenopause journey and the lessons that shaped her work from understanding health debt to managin...
Some, if not many, roadblocks behind thyroid healing have a covert driver that only a few doctors ask about: unresolved trauma. Trauma can keep the nervous system in a constant state of high alert, which may cause the immune system to remain overactive and antibodies to stay elevated. Even if you’re eating well, supporting your gut, and managing stress today, past trauma can still influence how your body responds. This doesn’t mean trauma is always the root cause and the answer, but it’...
Perimenopause can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Dr. Jen Pfleghaar shares insights from her new faith-based book The Perimenopause Reset. We talk about hormonal shifts, environmental toxins, gut health, and stress and how nutrition, and simple lifestyle changes can restore balance. She also explains the correct fasting method according to your menstrual cycle, and how certain peptides may help in easing discomfort and supporting sexual health. If you’re navigatin...
Is Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) the answer for lowering thyroid antibodies? This episode explores the real benefits and limitations of LDN for autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease. I share what the research actually says, why results are mixed, and why LDN should never replace the foundations of thyroid healing. Listen in to get clarity before deciding if this option makes sense for you. 00:00 – Episode Preview 00:59 – Podcast Introduction 01:23 – How Low Dose Naltrexone Wo...
What if hair loss was really a signal from your body, not just a cosmetic issue? In this episode, I talk with VJ Hamilton, The Autoimmune Nutritionist, about overcoming alopecia areata and other forms of hair loss by addressing root causes. We dive into nutrient deficiencies, gut health, thyroid imbalances, and inflammation and how functional medicine can help hair grow back naturally. If you’ve been told there’s no hope for hair loss, this episode will challenge that belief. Episode Timelin...
Could treatments many people consider ‘normal' dental procedures, like root canals or mercury fillings, impact your thyroid healing? This episode looks at how dental work might influence thyroid health. I’ll explain what mercury amalgams are, why some people feel better after removing them, and why others do not. We’ll also cover the debate around root canals and whether they can create ongoing immune stress. The focus isn’t on quick fixes but on helping you think through risks and benefits s...
If your sleep is suffering and you’re worried about aging faster than you should, you might be overlooking some simple changes. Dr. Lisa Merritt, a functional medicine expert and holistic health educator, shares how seemingly harmless habits can disrupt sleep and accelerate aging. We talk about strategies for calming a racing mind, improving vagal nerve tone, and setting up an environment that supports deep, restorative rest. You’ll also hear how to spot anti-aging fads that waste time and mo...
If you’re newly diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, start here. This episode lays out a foundational overview of foods that are best avoided when healing from hyperthyroidism or Graves’ disease. I cover the “big ones” like gluten, dairy, refined sugar, alcohol, and grains, as well as the less obvious culprits. I also explain the reasoning behind these recommendations, including gut permeability, immune reactivity, and long-term thyroid stability. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of which foods m...
What if your bloating, fatigue, or constipation isn’t just “gut-related”… but a thyroid clue? Dr. Heather Finley explains why low stomach acid, sluggish bile flow, and post-food poisoning symptoms can be red flags in thyroid cases. She shares how conventional approaches miss the deeper causes behind SIBO, constipation, and nutrient deficiencies and how gut issues can slow thyroid hormone conversion. We also touch on practical tools like stool testing, mineral analysis, and even burp tests tha...
Graves’ disease is ignored in the thyroid world, here’s the conversation no one is having.” While Hashimoto's dominates the discussion, Graves’ disease and hyperthyroidism are often left out of the spotlight, leaving patients searching for answers on their own. In this episode, we’ll explore why that happens, the truth about remission, and the most common reasons relapses occur. I’ll share practical ways to calm symptoms naturally, when combining meds with herbs makes sense, and why addressin...
Are we closer to overcoming Alzheimer’s disease than most people think? Harvard-trained physician Dr. Joshua Helman exposes how dementia and Alzheimer's stem from multiple interconnected triggers: environmental toxins, chronic stress, inflammation, infections, poor sleep, and even thyroid imbalances. Today, cognitive symptoms are appearing in younger populations at unprecedented rates. Dr. Helman explains how cutting-edge brain imaging and comprehensive functional testing can identify the tr...
Could your water habits be affecting your thyroid and gut health? Most people focus on food and supplements but overlook the huge impact of daily hydration. Emerging research suggests that water intake plays a key role in shaping the gut microbiome, which is closely tied to thyroid health. The type of water you drink tap, plastic, filtered, or spring may also influence exposure to toxins that affect hormone balance. Even subtle shifts in water quality or quantity could support long-term heali...
Her antibodies were high, her gut was off and surgery was on the table. So she started asking what was really driving her symptoms. Alexandria was told she had the antibodies for both Graves’ and Hashimoto’s in 2017 and initially followed conventional advice, including methimazole. But after facing the possibility of thyroid removal, she explores deeper root causes. This health audit traces the progress she’s made with dietary changes, gut support, and lifestyle shifts and the imminent questi...
How much plastic, mold, and chemical pollution are you unknowingly breathing, eating, and drinking each day? You might be surprised by where toxins hide—in your water, your food, even the air inside your home. Dr. Stefan Neff explores the subtle but powerful ways environmental toxins build up in the body over time. Something as simple as reheating leftovers in plastic or using the wrong water filter can increase your toxic burden, quietly impacting thyroid health, hormones, and long-term vita...
Before adjusting your thyroid meds, have you ever ruled out gut-based triggers? Gut imbalances can have a bigger impact on thyroid health than most realize, especially in autoimmune conditions like Graves’ and Hashimoto’s. When the gut barrier breaks down, the immune system can get confused and prevent symptoms from fully improving. Testing can also be tricky, and just because something shows up doesn’t always mean it needs to be treated. In this episode, I walk through how I approach t...
Curious about peptides but unsure where to start? In this conversation, I speak with clinical pharmacist and author Jim LaValle about how specific peptides like BPC-157 and KPV can support gut health, reduce inflammation, and potentially accelerate healing in those with autoimmune thyroid conditions. He breaks down the mechanisms in layman’s terms, including how gut permeability and chronic stress can feed into conditions like Hashimoto’s and Graves’. We also explore the nuances around ...
Stacy Taylor
After recently being diagnosed with Graves Disease, I came across Dr. Eric. It was so comforting knowing that he had been through this and was speaking through first hand knowledge and was well researched. I truly appreciate that he wanted to help others with this.
Teisha Coyour
Dr. Eric has a wealth of information to help you begin to heal your thyroid and avoid RAI/ surgery. If you have Graves, Hashimotos or multinodular goiter you will want to follow this podcast.
Cristina Leuschen
I discovered Dr. Osansky in June when I received my Grave's Disease diagnosis. It has been unbelievably refreshing to hear a Dr. not only talk about his own healing journey but also to hear him encourage others that you don't have to feel condemned to the conventional medicine treatments for Grave's. This podcast is a go to for advice on how to heal your body in a more natural way and I look forward to hear more.
A M
If you have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and or Graves disease and are scared or wondering what it is, what it's all about, and what you can do, then the 'save my thyroid' podcast can help YOU.
Kelechi Onyeije
I discovered Dr. Osansky about a year ago, and it is so refreshing and encouraging to come across a doctor who has actually been through what people with Graves disease and hyperthyroidism have been through or are going through. Conventional endocrinologists are always trying to get rid of the thyroid without looking into what the cause could be, which is one of the main questions I've always asked myself. Dr. Osansky has opened my mind to so many possible causes and solutions that I never even considered or thought about. All I can say is thank God for Dr. Osansky and thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us through these free platforms. I cannot wait to see what else you have in store for us!