Thyroid Strong

What if your weight loss resistance wasn’t about willpower… but about what’s being missed?In this episode of the Thyroid Strong Podcast, Dr. Emily Kiberd sits down with her client Donna, who shares her powerful six-month transformation after years of feeling stuck, inflamed, and exhausted.Donna wasn’t just dealing with Hashimoto’s.Her case included a layered history of Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, systemic yeast overgrowth, mold sensitivity—and even a recent concussion that required her entire fitness approach to be modified.And yet… she still lost nearly 40 pounds.This is what happens when you stop guessing—and start addressing the root cause.In This Episode, We Cover:Why “eat less, move more” failed Donna for yearsThe hidden root causes keeping weight stuck (including parasites)How high eosinophils can point to deeper immune activation and a parasitic infectionThe exact shifts that helped her go from 220 → 181 poundsHow to rebuild strength when your body can’t tolerate intense workoutsWhy microdosing movement (instead of long workouts) can be a game-changerThe role of sleep, hydration, and macros in thyroid-friendly fat lossHow personalized coaching (not cookie-cutter plans) accelerates resultsKey TakeawaysDonna’s success wasn’t about doing more.It was about doing what actually worked for her body.Her protocol included:Customized macros + consistent food loggingIncreased daily water intakeEarlier bedtime (10 PM) to support recovery + hormonesGradual walking progression up to 45 minutesStrength “microdosing” throughout the day using phone alarmsWhen her labs revealed elevated eosinophils, we dug deeper—and uncovered two underlying parasites contributing to inflammation and weight retention.Once addressed, everything started to shift.00:00 Welcome and why Donna’s Hashi story might sound like yours00:39 Years of chronic illness and burnout01:50 Deciding to invest in herself02:53 Starting point and weight loss goal03:44 Concussion-friendly fitness strategy05:24 Sleep and walking habits that stuck06:19 Macros tracking and hydration basics07:13 Parasite clue and deeper testing08:59 Commitment and paying for tests09:55 Closet wins and daily life changes11:49 Family ripple effects and support12:24 Program structure and extra calls12:46 Coaching Access and Support14:04 Accountability Without Shame14:49 Biggest Wins and Macros15:49 Locking In for Life17:36 Payment Options and Testing20:32 Supplements Made Simple21:55 Handling Stress and Self-Priority23:49 Final Encouragement and Wrap UpWhat Makes This Story DifferentThis wasn’t a perfect, linear journey.Donna navigated:A concussion recoveryWinter setbacksFluctuating energy levelsBut with ongoing support—including text access and additional coaching calls—she stayed consistent, adjusted when needed, and built momentum.Now, she’s not just lighter—she’s stronger, more mobile, and confident in maintaining her results.If You Feel Stuck…If you’ve been told your labs are “normal”…If you’re doing everything right but not seeing results…If your body feels inflamed, fatigued, and resistant…This episode will show you what’s possible when you finally address the full picture and look at Hashimoto’s from a root cause approach.Ready for Your Own Transformation?If you’re ready to stop guessing and get a personalized plan built for your body:👉 Apply for 1:1 Functional Medicine Coaching:https://www.dremilykiberd.com/functional-health-coaching/👉 Want to figure out what’s driving your Hashi symptoms? Sign up for our Hashi Symptom Audithttps://l.bttr.to/zD2Uu👉 Or get custom workouts + macros inside Thyroid Strong Elite:https://www.dremilykiberd.com/elite/

What if Hashimoto’s and type 2 diabetes didn’t mean fatigue, stubborn weight, and blood sugar chaos for the rest of your life?In this episode of the Thyroid Strong Podcast, I sit down with my client MaryBeth, who shares her powerful transformation after decades of living with Hashimoto’s, type 2 diabetes, IBS symptoms, and constant exhaustion.When I first met, Mary Beth was doing everything she thought she was supposed to do—working out, eating “healthy,” even using GLP-1 medications—yet her fasting blood sugars were still in the 180s, her A1C hovered above optimal, and weight loss felt impossible.Fast forward to today:Her A1C is 5.3Her fasting blood sugar averages ~85She’s lost 16+ poundsShe’s lifting heavy, eating more food, and feels better at 69 than she did in her 50sThis conversation offers an honest look at what actually changed—and why the work we did to address root causes, not just symptoms, made all the difference.Video:In this episode, we cover:02:15 – Life before we met, diagnoses, exhaustion, poor sleep03:50 – Waking up with blood sugars in the 180s and how that felt04:55 – “I barely ate… yogurt, salads, not enough protein”06:20 – Metformin, Jardiance, GLP-1s, and why A1C ≠ feeling good09:10 – Parasite exposure, gut work, die-off, and “the metal taste”12:05 – Deadlifting, muscle, form, and realizing how strong she was14:30 – Size changes, body recomposition, and redefining success16:40 – “You’re not too old. You need to lift more and eat more.”18:45 – “Exercise is first. Everything else fits around it.”22:05 – “I eat more now than I ever have—and I’m still losing weight”If you’ve ever been told your labs are “fine,” your A1C is “good enough,” or weight gain is just part of aging with Hashimoto’s, this episode will change how you think about what’s possible.Mary Beth’s story is proof that:You are not too oldYour body isn’t brokenEating more, lifting heavy, and stabilizing blood sugar can change everythingDo you need help?Apply for 1:1 Root Cause Functional Medicine Coaching👉 1:1 Functional Health Coaching – Dr. Emily Kiberd🎁 Free Gut Masterclass:How six of my clients healed their gut, lowered antibodies, and lost up to 40 lbsFollow Dr. Emily Kiberd and Thyroid Strong:📘Facebook: Thyroid Strong 📷 Instagram: @thyroid.strong🎵TikTok: Thyroid Strong

Gallbladder Attacks in Hashimoto’s: The Root Cause No One Is Talking AboutIf you’ve ever felt pain under your right rib cage, nausea after eating fats, or bloating that doesn’t make sense—this episode is for you.In this episode of the Thyroid Strong Podcast, Dr. Emily Kiberd dives into one of the most overlooked issues affecting women with Hashimoto’s: gallbladder dysfunction. She shares her personal story of gallbladder attacks starting in her early 20s, why she refused surgery, and how addressing the true root causes finally resolved her symptoms.You’ll learn why gallbladder pain isn’t “just digestion” — and how poor bile flow, low stomach acid, estrogen dominance, mold exposure, and even parasites can quietly sabotage your thyroid, hormones, and fat metabolism.If you’ve been told your only option is gallbladder removal… this episode may completely change how you see your symptoms.In this episode, we cover:00:11 — Why gallbladder pain is often missed or misdiagnosed in Hashimoto’s00:37 — Dr. Kiberd’s personal gallbladder story (starting at age 21)01:31 — What the gallbladder actually does (and why you need it)02:49 — The thyroid–bile–gallbladder connection explained simply03:32 — Key symptoms to watch for (right rib pain, nausea, floating stools)05:00 — Why gallbladder pain is a signal, not a diagnosis05:45 — Why gallbladder removal often doesn’t fix the real problem06:20 — How poor bile flow impacts hormones, detox, and inflammation07:10 — Root causes surgeons don’t talk about (mold, parasites, estrogen)08:10 — Labs and imaging that can point to gallbladder dysfunction09:00 — How Dr. Kiberd approaches gallbladder issues in her 1:1 practice10:00 — Supporting bile flow, digestion, and fat tolerance safely10:44 — Final takeaways + next steps for Hashimoto’s healingThis episode is a must-listen if you’re gluten-free, “doing all the right things,” and still dealing with pain, bloating, or stubborn inflammation.🎧 Listen now and learn how supporting your gallbladder can unlock better thyroid healing.Do you need help?Apply for 1:1 Root Cause Functional Medicine Coaching👉 1:1 Functional Health Coaching – Dr. Emily Kiberd🎁 Free Gut Masterclass:How six of my clients healed their gut, lowered antibodies, and lost up to 40 lbsFollow Dr. Emily Kiberd and Thyroid Strong:📘Facebook: Thyroid Strong 📷 Instagram: @thyroid.strong🎵TikTok: Thyroid Strong

In this episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, talks about maintaining balance and setting achievable health goals for women with Hashimoto's disease. She discusses the common push-and-pull feelings experienced at the start of a new year, compounded by lingering holiday energy. Dr. Kiberd shares her personal journey, which includes regular weightlifting, adequate steps, and protein intake, to highlight the importance of having clear goals. She emphasizes creating personalized plans for her clients, including specific workouts, dietary goals, and sleep patterns, to help them achieve better health without feeling overwhelmed. Listeners are encouraged to use an adherence algorithm to identify their key daily actions to keep them grounded and healthy, rate their performance without overwhelm, and observe trends to build sustainable habits. Dr. Kiberd also touches on leveraging stress for growth and maintaining emotional neutrality to avoid burnout.00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections01:14 Setting Goals and Avoiding Burnout02:33 Customized Plans for Women with Hashimoto's03:04 Daily Habits for a Strong Body and Clear Mind07:33 A New Way of Tracking Progress and Accountability14:17 Building Momentum Over Motivation16:00 Conclusion and Next StepsDo you need help?Apply for 1:1 Root Cause Functional Medicine Coaching👉 1:1 Functional Health Coaching – Dr. Emily Kiberd🎁 Free Gut Masterclass:How six of my clients healed their gut, lowered antibodies, and lost up to 40 lbsFollow Dr. Emily Kiberd and Thyroid Strong:📘Facebook: Thyroid Strong 📷 Instagram: @thyroid.strong🎵TikTok: Thyroid Strong

Setting Standards Instead of Goals for Lasting Changes in 2026In the final episode of 2025, Dr. Emily Kiberd of the Thyroid Strong Podcast addresses women with Hashimoto's, discussing the pitfalls of traditional goal setting and the benefits of establishing personal standards to create lasting changes. Dr. Kiberd emphasizes the importance of identity shifts and consistency over motivation. She shares insights into how chronic stress and fluctuating cortisol levels affect women with Hashimoto's and provides actionable steps to create daily or weekly standards. By setting standards like consistent strength training and protein-forward nutrition, and incorporating supporting actions, Dr. Kiberd offers a framework for sustainable lifestyle changes. She also showcases success stories from her clients and invites listeners to join her Thyroid Strong Functional Medicine Program for personalized coaching and root cause approaches to healing your Hashimoto's.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:30 The Problem with Traditional Goal Setting01:07 Why Standards Are More Effective Than Goals02:47 The Science Behind Standards and Identity Shifts07:23 Implementing the 1-3-5 Principle for Health13:57 Client Success Stories and Practical Examples16:58 Final Thoughts and Program InvitationDo you need help?Apply for 1:1 Root Cause Functional Medicine Coaching👉 1:1 Functional Health Coaching – Dr. Emily Kiberd🎁 Free Gut Masterclass:How six of my clients healed their gut, lowered antibodies, and lost up to 40 lbsFollow Dr. Emily Kiberd and Thyroid Strong:📘Facebook: Thyroid Strong 📷 Instagram: @thyroid.strong🎵TikTok: Thyroid Strong