Ep. 144: Thyroid Thursday Part 1: Constipation, Gut Health & the Hidden Root of Hypothyroid Symptoms
Description
In this first episode of our Thyroid Thursday series, Sophie Shepherd dives into the often-overlooked connection between your gut and your thyroid. If you're dealing with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, or stubborn symptoms like constipation, fatigue, brain fog, and bloating—this episode is for you.
Sophie explains how leaky gut, nutrient deficiencies, and gut motility issues can trigger or worsen thyroid dysfunction. You’ll learn how poor digestion impacts hormone production, detoxification, and your immune system, and why addressing gut health is foundational to healing thyroid issues.
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