I had thyroid cancer and had a total thyroidectomy.I was only given t4 and I started to gain weight even though I’ve always been thin and work out like crazy. It was so disheartening. I’m finally being put on t3! I’m so excited
@@tamp8390 I have a NP who I go through. I’m really persistent though. I make my feelings clear and explained to them that my quality of life was being effected. It’s out of yly nature to be assertive but I force myself to be when it comes to my health
@@tamp8390 I'm looking for another doctor my TSH is low he told me stay on 125mcg till October when I recheck for cancer and waiting till October do another tsh level he shouldn't wait that long and don't want change name of my medicine
When I took t4+t3 medication I became ravenously hungry. Like I’ve never experienced. My stomach would be so full and distended it hurt from eating so much and still felt ravenously hungry. It resolved as soon as I stopped the med. I’m on t3 only now and so far I’m feeling great.
how is your diet? It’s a good idea to eat Whole Foods, no fast food, meat, fish, fresh green leafy vegetables, not too many things like corn and potatoes. Maybe fresh, home made sour dough bread.
Do u dose it once a day or 2+ times a day? What dose of t3 meds helped u? I'm on 40mcg once a day and feel I need to tweak something. I'm not on t4 yet but my drx'd Tirosint bc my Ft4 dropped to 0.2 while on liothyronine, and my ft3 is barely in range
That’s exactly the biggest problem though, finding someone knowledgeable enough that can guide me through this 40 plus year journey that I am still struggling with every day feeling like The Walking Dead! And I do not understand enough to try these things on my own 🤦🏻♀️
Great content i dont drank coffee as it give me anxiety I take T3 and T4 in the morning and it work great for me I eat a carnivore diet and exercise every day and have never been overweight but carnivore has help me with my body composition and have never felt so great , I eat fish and meat no processed food or sugar and no fruit and vegetables and I am thriving
@@PandaLAGI ate paleo, low carb and keto plus a carnivore stint and my thyroid became damaged. Not eating enough good carbs will put your thyroid in danger. Your body and brain prefer and run best on glucose. No glucose or inadequate hurts energy production at the cell level (ATP) It works for a good time but then is really basically becomes a low calorie diet, (OMAD,IF, etc)where I did lose weight but encouraged under eating. That ultimately lowers your metabolism and doesn’t give enough energy to your thyroid and organs, bones. Plus it causes insulin resistance. And weight gain. It’s a good way to get off harmful food but in the long run harmful itself. Im trying to repair the damage of 12 years on these diets. Here’s the kicker-your body creates glucose using the stress pathway. Cortisol and adrenaline. Used for emergency energy (like running away from a lion) but should not be used for constant energy. This stress pathway then has to take substrate to make glucose from your body-organs, bones, etc. Then your thyroid becomes down regulated also. A double whammy that degrades sleep, blood pressure, thinning bones. Your brain. So much. Think about it-stress hormones. Then, if you over exercise it makes this whole thing worse! Check out Kate Deering or the Energy Balance podcast. I am using T3 but I had to order it from Mexico. (It’s called Cynomel there) All Day Chemist also has Cytomel and a doctor does the prescribing. I’m monitoring my dose closely. I feel we have to basically doctor ourselves now. I trust very little the docs tell me now. Good luck!
Wishing you a speedy recovery ❤ I had a thyroidectomy Nov 2021. I feel way better overall. But just starting to take some of dr childs supplements for optimization. So exciting! … and SO thankful for all his info ❤❤❤❤❤
How do I get T-3 in the US.I have a triple edge sword.choleastatic liver disease,Which doesn’t effectively convert T-4 to T-3.Also I have hyperthyroidism which also does not convert T-4 to T-3.Then genetics,both mother and father.I’m 48 years old and lost 30 lbs.Exhausted.I’ve been to endocrinologists,4 different ones also primary care. And I know there is T-3 medications.And with saying that I know not having T-3 you will have other health issues.Any help would be appreciated.
Please add information on menopausal struggles with previously balanced thyroid dis ease. I started synthroid in my early 20s, with few symptoms... until I turned 40! After much pleading, Reverse T3 was finally checked (29). I now take a micro dose of liothyronine (10 mcg) which keeps Reverse T3 around 12. I have much more energy... but I haven't been able to get rid of the extra 20 pounds of fat gained in my abdomen. I feel that I am aging too quickly as well, yet I eat a clean diet of low grains, gluten, and dairy. I get a lot of vegetables and go for grass-fed meat.
Just came across this video and wanted to say this is the best info I've ever listened to or read or been told. If only every doctor was as knowledgeable as you two. I had to fight tooth and nail to be able to get t3 only. I have the gene mutation which can hinder conversion from t4 to t3. I plan on going through your videos and watching every one ! P. S. I've had hypothyroidism hashimoto's disease for over 25 years and no doctor has ever known anything about the benefits of t3😢
Dr. has changed my thyroid medication a couple of times. These days. I have put on more weight than never before in my life. I have become allergic to snow ❄️ cold, I do suffer for over 5 months of cough, loss of hair, and accessive heat at night. I have to cover my neck always from snow cold. Otherwise, my neck can start feeling weird immediately. I'm so happy that I came across this 😍, it's impressive to learn of this because most of the questions I have been having are answered 🙌.
In England we cannot be prescribed T3 due to costs. I am currently on 150 mcg of Levothyroxine, but it is not really doing anything for me. I am definitely going to try and get it privately. It's the fatigue, depression and weight gain for me, which is really affecting my quality of life. Thank you for your videos they make me feel like I am not alone 😊
I am in the UK and have just been put on T3 by my GP (I am not seeing an endocrinologist). Apparently, the cost has gone down drastically and the NHS now prescribes it. I mentioned it to my GP who didn't know anything about it and sent an email to the endos at the hospital who suggested putting me on T3. Just ask your GP and see what happens. My T3 is not making any difference yet but I think my dose is too low.
Oh my gosh! I think this video came up because I just got my labs back and my t3 has been low for about a few years. My dose was 5 but was changed to 2.5. Although still the same, my t4 was reduced to 100 mcg. I have been slowly gaining weight and struggling to lose. Sounds like I need to increase my T3 back up and maybe a lil more. I am feeling better with the lower dose of T4 and this could be due to being a carnivore. Thank you for this video and I’m glad I found it!
I feel like the more i take this levothyroxine medication the more it destroys my body am more sluggish i feel horrible at night with restless leg syndrome,carpel tunnel syndrome my hair is falling like balding more like it and at this point am exhausted with this doctors where i feel they don't listen to your issue.
This is by far one of the most sensible videos on Hashimoto's. Especially the bit on T3. If someone does not feel better on T4 alone why pour more and more of that into the gas tank? If combustion is still not working properly, perhaps you don't need more gas (T4), but need to add oil (iodine, selenium, iron...) or oxygen/airflow (T3). "You have so many different options that you will find something that works for YOU individually". 🎯💯 We are the experts of our own bodies at the end of the day. We know how we feel inside, more than any doctor ever could.
I just started listening to you and I purchased your T3. I am on Np thyroid medication and wanted to start taking it at night before bed.. because I do strength trading and don’t eat dinner till about 8:30p his soon after that do I need to wait before I take my Np Thyroid medication..I am hypothyroidism/ hoshimotos
Dr, I am 70 yrs old. I feel sleepy during work time in daytime and also during driving. Also feel loss of energy inspite of taking Vit D3. Becozinc, Vit C; stamlo for BP , atorlip, ecosprin, tablet for diabetes type 2. I gather weight around the tummy and waist and no where else. I also snore while sleeping. I am a lawyer by profession and these issues are affecting me negatively
T3 dose increased two weeks ago and since then I am experiencing a lot of water retention. That is while I am feeling much better brain fog wise. (I also take Levothyroxine so both T4 and T3). Can you clarify the reason for the water retention and whether that will go away?
Thank you Dr Childs for posting this great podcast interview w/Dr Hornaman you are a life saver! I've had my thyroid removed due to graves disease w/RAI total ablation -I've switched from T4 to NDT 8 yrs ago but (TSH is
T3 only for my cancer and thyroidectomy. 8 years. Still struggle to keep my doctor on the same page. No heart palpitations etc. love t3 liothyronine. I take 40 mcg. Divided into 3 doses. I wish I could get 50. I was on that for two years and felt Much better on the slightly higher dose. My weight stayed low. On this 35-40 I have gained weight and have more symptoms of hypo. But it all waaaay better than levo. Hated that garbage Med.
I had a Thyroidectomy and am taking Synthroid. I have gained weight, I feel tired and fatigued quite a lot of the day. I have a hard time falling asleep without some sort of sleep aid. I have a mini trampoline I bounce, walk and run on. I guess I should speak with my Dr about adding T3. He’s only a GP.
Had thyroidectomy 7 years ago due to Graves and Graves eye disease. My doctor likes to keep my tsh level around 2 so as not to trigger my eyes, which are finally setting down. Do you think that is necessary? Have gained quite a bit of weight and had to stop estrogen 4 years ago which caused me to gain more. Am going to read and watch as much of your info as I can to get me back on track and feeling human again. Thank you!
I’m literally 😢. I’m 72 years old in June. I had radioactive iodine when I was 28 due to a goiter. I’ve been on .125 mcg 6 days week for about 12 years. I’ve recently found out that my Dr has only checked TSH! Hair loss.. brittle nails and inability to lose weight even eating OMAD! Hair loss mild depression… sluggish … achy joints. I’m so glad I’ve found you today!!
Some of our fellow thyroid disorder patients look so glamorous!I skip my 4th day of Methimazole now pursuing range of 1.5-1.8 TSH (I am currently 1.35!
Dr. I had my thyroidectomy about 32 years ago. I have been taking only levothyroxine. I’m in the worst shape of my life: extremely overweight, extreme hair loss and infinite fatigue. I have never had the fortune of meeting an Endocronologist who gives a damn. The last Endocronologist that I saw told me that “ everything looks normal”. I asked for t3 ( I knew just a bit ) and she said I didn’t need it… Where do I start?
I was there years ago also. I prayed and Was shown that I’m can’t convert T4 to T3. Try switching to desiccated pig thyroid pressed tabs and TAKE IT FASTED AWAY FROM FOOD at least 20-30 mins before you eat and without coffee or calcium interactions. Water only
Tried Levo to start and after 12 months on NDT. For me Levo (T4) alone treatment makes me instantly fatigued, super headaches, brain fog & last but not least severe joint pains (like living with gaut). NDT has givren back my life although i'm in bed by 8.30pm. I'd go as far to say, that i'm allergic to Levo (T4)... whether alone or with NDT. Thanks guys !! ♥️
I love this format. I’ve been hypothyroid for 60 years and I’m still not at my maximum I’m going to search for an endocrinologist. Who else do you think would help me with his thyroid hypo thyroid problem?
a endocrinologist will be perfect, make sure u get tsh, t3, t4 and free t3 t4 blood panels with insulin markers and vitamins (related to thyroid production) dont settle for anything less.
I could not live without my 10 mg of T-3. It goes well with my Armour Thyroid. I have had a heart attack, is More T-3 dangerous? This was AWESOME! Thank you.
Great video, I learned a lot. I’m 4 months post total thyroidectomy. We have gotten my thyroid level to exactly where they need to be. I would love to hear more about how to increase my metabolism. It has been very low for years due to hypothyroidism and I’m about 40 pounds overweight. The tips on “clean” low carb eating are very helpful, thanks!
The only way you will lose weight is practically starve yourself. Synthetic meds dont speed up metabolism, your hair won't ever be back to what it was. Things will get better in a sense but docts won't be 100%. Being normal is all they want for you, that's their goal. The body is a very complex system that they arrogantly think they understand.
You cannot go by the “normal level” chart. You have to go by how you feel. My doctor doesn’t worry about suppressed TSH. I do not have a thyroid gland.
@@jrowlove7328 okay and when you stop that highly restrictive, temporary diet you will gain it all back!! Been there done that. I mean, if you don't have any parties with friends and family then go ahead. A person should be able to eat a piece of bday cake without getting knocked out of ketosis.
I was diagnosed with Graves Disease in 2000. Radioactive Iodine same year. Synthroid didn’t work for me. Took approximately 8 years to find a doctor to prescribe desiccated pig thyroid. Within three days, I felt so much better. But I’m still symptomatic. I wish I could find a doctor to prescribe T3.
Initially I was taking my t3/t4 around 5am & I'd have coffee at 6am - but it was a pain for my life& schedule having to stress over my routine... so I began to wake up like clockwork at 1:30-2:30am & take my t3/t4 that i have laying out for that dose. I feel like it's the best time with no food/ drink in my system & I take my t3/t4 then, go back to sleep immediately & then take again around 2pm. Is this ok?
I had a total thyroidectomy 18 years ago I was put on 600mg a day 3 years ago they put me in 300 mg a day and this year back on 500mg. I feel worse now that when I had a giant goiter. Was ma's getting them to help me with my goitre. I've been thinking of buying my own t3 self medicating .
I was born without a thyroid glad, I have been on syntharoid since I was 2 days old, I wait until 2 hrs after waking/taking my meds to take anything but water, can t3 be taken with t4? Does this allow for optimal absorption?
I'm so pleased you mentioned end stage hashimoto's, it's difficult to find information and to understand how it impacts treatment. Before this video I wasn't aware you can sometimes put end stage hashimoto's in the same camp as people who have had a thyroidectomy
I took T3 briefly. I definitely had more energy during the day but after a few days, I started not sleeping well every third night or so, then that next day, I wouldn't just feel tired, I'd feel sick. It was so much worse than my now very normal slightly sluggish energy level that I decided to stay with slightly sluggish.
It takes time to build up T4 and T3 in the body. Admittedly T3 metabolizes much quicker then T4 but by the sounds of it your body built up to much T3 so you became hypo briefly then got sick. If you felt good on it at the start id just cut the dosage way back as it takes time for it to accumulate in the body.
Over 7 years my doctor and I have tweaked my SRT3. And after discussions with my compounding pharmacist. I take SRT3 every 8 hours 8pm 4am noon. 19mcg each time. I sleep like a baby 10pm to 8:00am. I also use progesterone cream and?1mg of melatonin at bed.
THANK YOU! I HAVE EVERY SYMPTOM OF HYPOTHYROIDISM OR HASHIMOTOS. I HAVE MULTINODULAR THYROID, MY THROAT APPEARS AND FEELS SWOLLEN AND FEELS RAW. HAVE HAD ALL THYROID BLOODWORK AND FINE NEEDLE ASPIRATION! NOT CANCER, THANK GOD. WITH LOW APPETITE, IVE GAINED OVER 50 LBS, AND AM SO TIRED. BUT EVERY TEST SHOWS NORMAL! PLEASE HELP ME!
LOVE your content. I am a thyroid patient but also a wellness coach that has been fortunate enough to work with wellness practitioners that practice like you do. I get hypothyroid patients ALL the time whose doctors have treated them improperly (t4 only) and have no idea about t3. It’s so shocking when it’s an endo who should know about this! Anyway, thanks for the great videos! Also…I take compounded NDT split…32.5 in the am, 32.5 in the pm. I also take an additional SR 5mcg (so far, might increase after next labs) at 1:00pm, so…have increased the 80/20 split. This system has worked for me and I feel great!
@@betsybittner3169 can I get the pharmacy name so I can call them and get info about it to forward to my compounding pharmacy in Tennessee? I would love to get compounded NDT but all they seem to have is synthetic mixture, Thanks
I’m a mental health professional LPC. I have hypothyroidism. I take T3 and getting ready to integrate T4. I feel great. I share your videos with patients Dr Weston. I run into the same issues of inflammation, insulin resistance etc.. with pts.
Hi just been told I have low thyroid been put on folic acid had stage 4 throat cancer 6 years ago is folic acid the right treatment thank you I live in Wales that's in the UK having trouble eating and swallowing
Can you talk about what to do about losing weight even though you have optimal thyroid levels. My ft3 is in upper 1/3, tsh is suppressed, rt3 is 10 and ferritin is in 80s and I still can't lose any weight and I work out 5 days a week. My diet does need help. How are we supposed to eat and exercise even when we're optimal?
I have been hypo for the last 35 years and I can only ever lose weight through exercise. I have to diet and bust it on a bicycle or other cardio then the weight falls off. Diet alone has never worked since I went hypo. Just a thought
@@sara54501 I hear ya Sara. I wish that worked for me but it never has. I’m sixty years old now and don’t feel like hard down cardio any more. But once again, after a lapse in exercise, I’ve ballooned up. Good luck to you and I’m getting back on the stick myself.
I’m on Amour Thyroid 60 mg for about 3 weeks now. I was on 45 then 30 then to 60. When I had my thyroidectomy February 2021, I was on levothyroxine, I felt horrible. After a couple of months the doctor put me on armor thyroid 90 mg, I felt great then I took a blood test and it said all my T3 was high. When I took that blood test, it was within an hour of me taking my medication ( I’m thinking that’s why my t3 was high) but I felt great with that dose and that started the cycle I am at now, up and down. I feel tired, my eye lids* feel heavy, I don’t have enough energy. My anxiety is up. Sometimes my breathing or taking breaths is labored slightly just enough to notice. so I don’t know if my medication should be raised or lowered. Thank you, Dr. Childs
@@EbonyEyes00 That is why I go to a functional medicine doctor. What is “normal” on their scale is not normal for me. If you don’t feel well then maybe shoot for optimal. God bless.😘 BTW Dr. Hornaman is one of the best. I have not had a thyroid gland since 1974! Been through a lot of doctors.
I was just fixing to make an appointment with an endocrinologist. My doctor has been helping me with my thyroid, but it’s not helping. I have pain in my hands. I can’t lose weight no energy I have hypothyroidism and my TSH numbers are high. I am very upset with the way. I’m feeling right now, who do I need to see what kind of doctor
I take low dose NP Thyroid, However I have NAFLD. My question is does T3 get rid of fatty liver? I just learned that your liver won't convert T4 if you have fatty liver. So I feel like I should be taking an extra T3 supplement. At least until my liver Can convert the T4. Does this sound right to you?
I have heard on other channels that when dosing t3 that anything above 10 mcg is wasted per dose. Do you find any truth to is there a specific amount per dose we should not exceed? I believe they were referencing the that the body can only produce so much T3 per hour and we only absorbed so much per hour. Thank you
My son, now 39, was born with no thyroid gland. He has only had T4 pills and is mentally handicap and depressed. His doctors including endo never test for anything but tsh and T4. When asked I'm told that information will not help.
Diagnosed with thyroid gland atrophy after 20 years of hypothyroidism. My ft3 & ft4 values are within normal limits but I have developed short term memory loss and difficulty in remembering names of close relatives. I am 68 years old and not able to understand what is the problem.
Would it be best to take T3 on top of np thyroid? I was taking 60mg of np and my natural doc is upping it to 90mg. T3 is low and so is t4. I want optimal levels. Would taking pure T3 on top of the no thyroid be ok to do? I eat very healthy. Trim healthy mama lifestyle.
I have Hoshimotos dx over basically about 15 years ago my newest doctor I basically don’t eat much but I keep gaining weight I was doing intermittent fasting and suddenly I started putting on weight especially with drinking beer
Interesting, my experience is very different compared to Dr Aimee with regards to taking T3 at night. I take half of my daily dose of NDT in the evenings before I go to bed. Its like a sleeping pill! Can't keep my eyes open after taking it and I sleep like a baby!
quality, not all pharmacies are equal. make sure the one you use are up to date with industry standards and certificates. ie bayer pfizer level of quality
What specialist do you recommend a Hypo patient see other than an Endo? They all seem to focus on TSH, and if it’s suppressed - they want to reduce the T3T4 dosing. Ugh!!
I was 4.5 now.85 and taking 125 leverthox… I know something was wrong… Went off all meds and now I am the best I have ever been… Also went carnivore keto..
@@kenadams5504 I would just try weaning off the meds...but keep an eye on your test results... I know now that doctors always want you on medication to keep there bank balance good.... I have proven it with my doctor....
The discussion on taking T3 medications in split doses you failed to give the hours the drug is effective. I thought I read on your web site that liothyronine is effective for around 3hrs (could be wrong as I read so many things, forget a lot). If I have an afternoon slump, how many hours prior to the slump should I take the T3? If I have a difficult awakening/morning is the T3 at 11PM going to improve the situation or will the T3 be gone from my body because too many hours have past?
For years I bought in the low fat lower calorie b.s. 3 yrs ago even with hypothyroidism I cut our ALL processed food, all sugar and substitute sugars all seed oils. I eat tons of steak, hamburger, eggs bacon and butter. Occasion salad or non startchy veg with my meat. Eat around 2000 calories a day and over last 3 yearsost 80 lbs. Never hungry and eating omad. Off all meds except levo. Age 65 and more energy and excellent labs for first time in 30 years. I do not count calories....eat to satiety.
How can i give the night Dose a try? If i take 112 t4 in the morning, how would i switch to the bedtime Dose? Within days? Weeks? Every few days 12 mcg shifting? And with splitted doses t3, should the Biggesee Dose be then the morning or the night time Dose? What are your recommendations?
I had thyroid ablation 30 years ago. Recently switched from synthroid 175mg and cytomel 12.5 once a day in the morning. I didn’t feel optimal. My new provider switched me to NP Thyroid 90 mg at night. Three weeks in and my joints ache. Can it take cytomel with NP Thyroid? I’m tempted to start taking it again to see if this makes the aches go away.
Hey! Can I ask, is L Tyrosine T4 or T3? T3 is very hard to get prescribed in the UK. I have recently started taking L Tyrosine alongside my levothyroxine, and it had made SO much difference, I feel so much better for adding it in.
I have take also L tyrosine and thyroxine medicine. I felt much better adding this amino acid. I have hashimoto’s. My Endocrinologist doesn’t want to give me T3 . If I only listen my Endo… I would be inside the grave. L tyrosine however I think has very short life.B12 help me a lot to.
@@drwestinchilds my doctor has me on 125mcg. And I take 25mg of t3 my tsh level is 0.025 and I'm so tired he knows bout it but not doing nothing you think I should change doctors
How do you feel about these semaglutides for weight management if you have issues with your thyroid? Can it be taken with these remedies that you mention?
I am using my husband's site. We live in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. Unfortunately my MD goes just by T3 levels - which are "normal". Do you know of a specialist dealing with Hashimotos in Edmonton, Alberta, which is closer to us. I am almost 73 and am getting so frustrated. Thank you. Marie Korbett
Hi Dr..I have a question .. currently taking now 175 mg split in a half morning and night with 10 mg of T-3 ..I I still have bad hypothyroidism symptoms..It's been about 3 weeks and I feel no different .My TSH keeps getting higher ..I'm at 13.5 now ..I try everything even armour and didn't work for me..Any suggestions?
I am a post menopause and thyroidectomy 9 yrs ago I take synthroid 100mcg and liothyronine sod 5 McG my levels are well suppressed but still struggling with fatigue and weight I will be trying some of your Tweeks but wondering if there are supplements I could add to help with the weight and fatigue?
Dr. Childs would you please do a video for us skinnies...l am very thin😢with hypothyroid yet l've never seen or heard anything on this & how to increase weight. Muscle weakness especially upper arms & buttocks. Not comfy sitting so little padding. Can literally lose weight overnight if l dont have some sweet potatoe or waffles or drop to 2 meals a day. Have to stuff myself...Over a period of 2 mths on 3 meals a day put on a little. I'm keto/ carnivore. I've heard keto is not best for low thyroid. Please help with some of your expertise. We're so forgotten. Thank you in advance. Sandra
Doctors, my thyroid was irradiated and I take Levothyrhoxine, and was pre diabetic for 5 years. I am following a Keto diet and have lowered my A1C to 5.3 fro 6.0.lost 37 lbs would T3 help reduce my A1C further?
I have always asked about TSH, why do you care about the mouth piece? My thyroid no longer exists. Doctors tend to freak out over a suppressed TSH and lower my meds, make me suffer for weeks, then increase my dose. So darn frustrating!! I take progesterone and magnesium before bed so I will try taking that an hour before bed so I can take thyroid meds before bed. My sleep is awful!!
I had thyroid cancer and had a total thyroidectomy.I was only given t4 and I started to gain weight even though I’ve always been thin and work out like crazy. It was so disheartening. I’m finally being put on t3! I’m so excited
Who prescribed this to you? Your endocrinologist? Mine is super low and my doctor does not care 😢 looking for another dr
@@tamp8390 I have a NP who I go through. I’m really persistent though. I make my feelings clear and explained to them that my quality of life was being effected. It’s out of yly nature to be assertive but I force myself to be when it comes to my health
Can you update us whether the T3 helped?
@@tamp8390 I'm looking for another doctor my TSH is low he told me stay on 125mcg till October when I recheck for cancer and waiting till October do another tsh level he shouldn't wait that long and don't want change name of my medicine
@@tamp8390look for a compounding pharmacy in your area, call them and ask if they know of any Drs who prescribe natural thyroid.
When I took t4+t3 medication I became ravenously hungry. Like I’ve never experienced. My stomach would be so full and distended it hurt from eating so much and still felt ravenously hungry. It resolved as soon as I stopped the med. I’m on t3 only now and so far I’m feeling great.
I need to find a doctor to help me and put me on T-3.
I don't know what I need can't get my TSH go up its always low I'm on 200mcg levo.
What’s the name of your T3 med?
how is your diet? It’s a good idea to eat Whole Foods, no fast food, meat, fish, fresh green leafy vegetables, not too many things like corn and potatoes. Maybe fresh, home made sour dough bread.
Do u dose it once a day or 2+ times a day? What dose of t3 meds helped u? I'm on 40mcg once a day and feel I need to tweak something. I'm not on t4 yet but my drx'd Tirosint bc my Ft4 dropped to 0.2 while on liothyronine, and my ft3 is barely in range
That’s exactly the biggest problem though, finding someone knowledgeable enough that can guide me through this 40 plus year journey that I am still struggling with every day feeling like The Walking Dead! And I do not understand enough to try these things on my own 🤦🏻♀️
Paul Robinson’s books might help.
How can I find a doctor willing to even look at T3
Great content i dont drank coffee as it give me anxiety I take T3 and T4 in the morning and it work great for me
I eat a carnivore diet and exercise every day and have never been overweight but carnivore has help me with my body composition and have never felt so great , I eat fish and meat no processed food or sugar and no fruit and vegetables and I am thriving
What type & dose of t3 & t4 are you taking? Have you found any positive effects on your thyroid issues with eating a carnivore diet?
@@PandaLAGI ate paleo, low carb and keto plus a carnivore stint and my thyroid became damaged. Not eating enough good carbs will put your thyroid in danger. Your body and brain prefer and run best on glucose. No glucose or inadequate hurts energy production at the cell level (ATP) It works for a good time but then is really basically becomes a low calorie diet, (OMAD,IF, etc)where I did lose weight but encouraged under eating. That ultimately lowers your metabolism and doesn’t give enough energy to your thyroid and organs, bones. Plus it causes insulin resistance. And weight gain. It’s a good way to get off harmful food but in the long run harmful itself. Im trying to repair the damage of 12 years on these diets. Here’s the kicker-your body creates glucose using the stress pathway. Cortisol and adrenaline. Used for emergency energy (like running away from a lion) but should not be used for constant energy. This stress pathway then has to take substrate to make glucose from your body-organs, bones, etc. Then your thyroid becomes down regulated also. A double whammy that degrades sleep, blood pressure, thinning bones. Your brain. So much. Think about it-stress hormones. Then, if you over exercise it makes this whole thing worse! Check out Kate Deering or the Energy Balance podcast. I am using T3 but I had to order it from Mexico. (It’s called Cynomel there) All Day Chemist also has Cytomel and a doctor does the prescribing. I’m monitoring my dose closely. I feel we have to basically doctor ourselves now. I trust very little the docs tell me now. Good luck!
@@junkgirltoo5005 We do have to doctor ourselves these days, you're right.
I just checked, ofc they don't ship to Canada. Oh well.
Where do you get fiber from? Fiber is crucial.
@@rd7726 Fiber has its place, but it is not essential. Otherwise, those on the carnivore diet would die within weeks
I am 3 weeks post thyroidectomy. Binge watching your videos.
Thats the best going you can do now, I wish I’d had that sense to find out more myself 11 years ago, well done for being wise 🤗
Wishing you a speedy recovery ❤ I had a thyroidectomy Nov 2021. I feel way better overall. But just starting to take some of dr childs supplements for optimization. So exciting! … and SO thankful for all his info ❤❤❤❤❤
I've been watching Dr. Childs for years and Now Dr. Amie for about 6 months! You'e both awesome!
How do I get T-3 in the US.I have a triple edge sword.choleastatic liver disease,Which doesn’t effectively convert T-4 to T-3.Also I have hyperthyroidism which also does not convert T-4 to T-3.Then genetics,both mother and father.I’m 48 years old and lost 30 lbs.Exhausted.I’ve been to endocrinologists,4 different ones also primary care. And I know there is T-3 medications.And with saying that I know not having T-3 you will have other health issues.Any help would be appreciated.
Please add information on menopausal struggles with previously balanced thyroid dis ease. I started synthroid in my early 20s, with few symptoms... until I turned 40! After much pleading, Reverse T3 was finally checked (29). I now take a micro dose of liothyronine (10 mcg) which keeps Reverse T3 around 12. I have much more energy... but I haven't been able to get rid of the extra 20 pounds of fat gained in my abdomen. I feel that I am aging too quickly as well, yet I eat a clean diet of low grains, gluten, and dairy. I get a lot of vegetables and go for grass-fed meat.
Do you take t3 in morning
Excellent partnership. You tag team very well together. More videos together please!
For a future Q&A, what are good ranges for Estrogen, Progesterone, and Testosterone for women after menopause?
Yes, good question! I'm on hrt meds (progesterone and testosterone) plus T3& T4. Thoughts?
When it comes to hormones, everyone's levels are individual. If you feel great, you are optimized. If you feel crappy, then adjust.
They should be what they were before menopause in a healthy woman.
Just came across this video and wanted to say this is the best info I've ever listened to or read or been told. If only every doctor was as knowledgeable as you two. I had to fight tooth and nail to be able to get t3 only. I have the gene mutation which can hinder conversion from t4 to t3. I plan on going through your videos and watching every one !
P. S. I've had hypothyroidism hashimoto's disease for over 25 years and no doctor has ever known anything about the benefits of t3😢
Dr. has changed my thyroid medication a couple of times.
These days. I have put on more weight than never before in my life. I have become allergic to snow ❄️ cold, I do suffer for over 5 months of cough, loss of hair, and accessive heat at night. I have to cover my neck always from snow cold. Otherwise, my neck can start feeling weird immediately.
I'm so happy that I came across this 😍, it's impressive to learn of this because most of the questions I have been having are answered 🙌.
In England we cannot be prescribed T3 due to costs. I am currently on 150 mcg of Levothyroxine, but it is not really doing anything for me. I am definitely going to try and get it privately. It's the fatigue, depression and weight gain for me, which is really affecting my quality of life. Thank you for your videos they make me feel like I am not alone 😊
I am in the UK and have just been put on T3 by my GP (I am not seeing an endocrinologist). Apparently, the cost has gone down drastically and the NHS now prescribes it. I mentioned it to my GP who didn't know anything about it and sent an email to the endos at the hospital who suggested putting me on T3. Just ask your GP and see what happens. My T3 is not making any difference yet but I think my dose is too low.
Oh my gosh! I think this video came up because I just got my labs back and my t3 has been low for about a few years. My dose was 5 but was changed to 2.5. Although still the same, my t4 was reduced to 100 mcg. I have been slowly gaining weight and struggling to lose. Sounds like I need to increase my T3 back up and maybe a lil more. I am feeling better with the lower dose of T4 and this could be due to being a carnivore. Thank you for this video and I’m glad I found it!
I feel like the more i take this levothyroxine medication the more it destroys my body am more sluggish i feel horrible at night with restless leg syndrome,carpel tunnel syndrome my hair is falling like balding more like it and at this point am exhausted with this doctors where i feel they don't listen to your issue.
Same😢
I feel the same. Even worst with T4
I hear you!
Me too
Same here but my levels are getting better smg
Question: what about intermittent fasting?
What should I know about thyroid nodules and progression of disease?
Take Zinc daily!! The thyroid needs it to convert T4 to T3.
Thanks
Fantastic information -- so encouraging! Do this again, please!😊
This is by far one of the most sensible videos on Hashimoto's. Especially the bit on T3.
If someone does not feel better on T4 alone why pour more and more of that into the gas tank? If combustion is still not working properly, perhaps you don't need more gas (T4), but need to add oil (iodine, selenium, iron...) or oxygen/airflow (T3).
"You have so many different options that you will find something that works for YOU individually". 🎯💯
We are the experts of our own bodies at the end of the day. We know how we feel inside, more than any doctor ever could.
I just started listening to you and I purchased your T3. I am on Np thyroid medication and wanted to start taking it at night before bed.. because I do strength trading and don’t eat dinner till about 8:30p his soon after that do I need to wait before I take my Np Thyroid medication..I am hypothyroidism/ hoshimotos
I take progesterone before I sleep. Would I take my thyroid med before, after or not at all?
Good question!
Following…
Apparently Hormones are supposed to be taken at Night! 🌸
You can take together
Where do I get T-3?
Dr, I am 70 yrs old. I feel sleepy during work time in daytime and also during driving. Also feel loss of energy inspite of taking Vit D3. Becozinc, Vit C; stamlo for BP , atorlip, ecosprin, tablet for diabetes type 2. I gather weight around the tummy and waist and no where else. I also snore while sleeping. I am a lawyer by profession and these issues are affecting me negatively
T3 dose increased two weeks ago and since then I am experiencing a lot of water retention. That is while I am feeling much better brain fog wise. (I also take Levothyroxine so both T4 and T3). Can you clarify the reason for the water retention and whether that will go away?
Where do you find a doctor that has this kind of info & knowledge?
They are pretty rare but you can use this resource to help: www.restartmed.com/how-to-find-a-doctor-to-treat-your-thyroid/
Will my body temperature ever be normal? Or my hair grow? Or get my eyebrows back? Lose my moon face?
Thank you Dr Childs for posting this great podcast interview w/Dr Hornaman you are a life saver! I've had my thyroid removed due to graves disease w/RAI total ablation -I've switched from T4 to NDT 8 yrs ago but (TSH is
T3 only for my cancer and thyroidectomy. 8 years. Still struggle to keep my doctor on the same page. No heart palpitations etc. love t3 liothyronine. I take 40 mcg. Divided into 3 doses. I wish I could get 50. I was on that for two years and felt Much better on the slightly higher dose. My weight stayed low. On this 35-40 I have gained weight and have more symptoms of hypo. But it all waaaay better than levo. Hated that garbage Med.
@@chh6128 I have problems getting my doctor change my medicine I feel so bad and he knows it
I had a Thyroidectomy and am taking Synthroid. I have gained weight, I feel tired and fatigued quite a lot of the day. I have a hard time falling asleep without some sort of sleep aid. I have a mini trampoline I bounce, walk and run on. I guess I should speak with my Dr about adding T3. He’s only a GP.
So, did he prescribe T3?
I'm starting 5mcg on Monday. My synthroid is 75 mcg. The doc wants to start slow. Its obvious its not 80/20. I should send her this video
Had thyroidectomy 7 years ago due to Graves and Graves eye disease. My doctor likes to keep my tsh level around 2 so as not to trigger my eyes, which are finally setting down. Do you think that is necessary? Have gained quite a bit of weight and had to stop estrogen 4 years ago which caused me to gain more. Am going to read and watch as much of your info as I can to get me back on track and feeling human again. Thank you!
Ty so much. Such important info. Been trying to balance for 2 yrs. Will keep trying 👍
I’m literally 😢. I’m 72 years old in June. I had radioactive iodine when I was 28 due to a goiter. I’ve been on .125 mcg
6 days week for about 12 years.
I’ve recently found out that my Dr has only checked TSH!
Hair loss.. brittle nails and inability to lose weight even eating OMAD! Hair loss mild depression… sluggish … achy joints.
I’m so glad I’ve found you today!!
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Some of our fellow thyroid disorder patients look so glamorous!I skip my 4th day of Methimazole now pursuing range of 1.5-1.8 TSH (I am currently 1.35!
Dr. I had my thyroidectomy about 32 years ago. I have been taking only levothyroxine. I’m in the worst shape of my life: extremely overweight, extreme hair loss and infinite fatigue. I have never had the fortune of meeting an Endocronologist who gives a damn. The last Endocronologist that I saw told me that “ everything looks normal”. I asked for t3 ( I knew just a bit ) and she said I didn’t need it… Where do I start?
I get my t3 from my primary care doctor. I would recommend finding a doctor who cares and listens.
I was there years ago also. I prayed and Was shown that I’m can’t convert T4 to T3. Try switching to desiccated pig thyroid pressed tabs and TAKE IT FASTED AWAY FROM
FOOD at least 20-30 mins before you eat and without coffee or calcium interactions. Water only
Do KETO.
Find a Functional Medicine/Integrative medicine practitioner. They will listen and act!
Tried Levo to start and after 12 months on NDT. For me Levo (T4) alone treatment makes me instantly fatigued, super headaches, brain fog & last but not least severe joint pains (like living with gaut). NDT has givren back my life although i'm in bed by 8.30pm.
I'd go as far to say, that i'm allergic to Levo (T4)... whether alone or with NDT.
Thanks guys !! ♥️
I love this format. I’ve been hypothyroid for 60 years and I’m still not at my maximum I’m going to search for an endocrinologist. Who else do you think would help me with his thyroid hypo thyroid problem?
a endocrinologist will be perfect, make sure u get tsh, t3, t4 and free t3 t4 blood panels with insulin markers and vitamins (related to thyroid production) dont settle for anything less.
I could not live without my 10 mg of T-3. It goes well with my Armour Thyroid. I have had a heart attack, is More T-3 dangerous? This was AWESOME! Thank you.
Good question .. Because I'm also wondering..
Great video, I learned a lot. I’m 4 months post total thyroidectomy. We have gotten my thyroid level to exactly where they need to be. I would love to hear more about how to increase my metabolism. It has been very low for years due to hypothyroidism and I’m about 40 pounds overweight. The tips on “clean” low carb eating are very helpful, thanks!
It starts with optimizing your thyroid! The range that your endo likes and the range that I would recommend are completely different.
The only way you will lose weight is practically starve yourself. Synthetic meds dont speed up metabolism, your hair won't ever be back to what it was. Things will get better in a sense but docts won't be 100%. Being normal is all they want for you, that's their goal. The body is a very complex system that they arrogantly think they understand.
You cannot go by the “normal level” chart. You have to go by how you feel. My doctor doesn’t worry about suppressed TSH. I do not have a thyroid gland.
@@DG-xj7pm not true. A Keto lifestyle WILL help most people lose weight. Follow Drs. Westman and Chung.
@@jrowlove7328 okay and when you stop that highly restrictive, temporary diet you will gain it all back!! Been there done that. I mean, if you don't have any parties with friends and family then go ahead. A person should be able to eat a piece of bday cake without getting knocked out of ketosis.
I was diagnosed with Graves Disease in 2000. Radioactive Iodine same year. Synthroid didn’t work for me. Took approximately 8 years to find a doctor to prescribe desiccated pig thyroid. Within three days, I felt so much better. But I’m still symptomatic. I wish I could find a doctor to prescribe T3.
Initially I was taking my t3/t4 around 5am & I'd have coffee at 6am - but it was a pain for my life& schedule having to stress over my routine... so I began to wake up like clockwork at 1:30-2:30am & take my t3/t4 that i have laying out for that dose. I feel like it's the best time with no food/ drink in my system & I take my t3/t4 then, go back to sleep immediately & then take again around 2pm. Is this ok?
I had a total thyroidectomy 18 years ago I was put on 600mg a day 3 years ago they put me in 300 mg a day and this year back on 500mg. I feel worse now that when I had a giant goiter. Was ma's getting them to help me with my goitre.
I've been thinking of buying my own t3 self medicating .
I was born without a thyroid glad, I have been on syntharoid since I was 2 days old, I wait until 2 hrs after waking/taking my meds to take anything but water, can t3 be taken with t4? Does this allow for optimal absorption?
Thank you for talking about end stage hashimitos-feel like this is not focused on as much ….
I'm so pleased you mentioned end stage hashimoto's, it's difficult to find information and to understand how it impacts treatment. Before this video I wasn't aware you can sometimes put end stage hashimoto's in the same camp as people who have had a thyroidectomy
You can learn a lot more about end stage hashimoto's here: www.restartmed.com/end-stage-hashimotos/
I took T3 briefly. I definitely had more energy during the day but after a few days, I started not sleeping well every third night or so, then that next day, I wouldn't just feel tired, I'd feel sick. It was so much worse than my now very normal slightly sluggish energy level that I decided to stay with slightly sluggish.
It takes time to build up T4 and T3 in the body. Admittedly T3 metabolizes much quicker then T4 but by the sounds of it your body built up to much T3 so you became hypo briefly then got sick. If you felt good on it at the start id just cut the dosage way back as it takes time for it to accumulate in the body.
@@NotWBT t3 should reach peak concentration within 3-4 days, effects to fully settle take bit longer about 6-8.
How and why do I get T3!
Over 7 years my doctor and I have tweaked my SRT3. And after discussions with my compounding pharmacist. I take SRT3 every 8 hours 8pm 4am noon. 19mcg each time. I sleep like a baby 10pm to 8:00am. I also use progesterone cream and?1mg of melatonin at bed.
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THANK YOU! I HAVE EVERY SYMPTOM OF HYPOTHYROIDISM OR HASHIMOTOS. I HAVE MULTINODULAR THYROID, MY THROAT APPEARS AND FEELS SWOLLEN AND FEELS RAW.
HAVE HAD ALL THYROID BLOODWORK AND FINE NEEDLE ASPIRATION! NOT CANCER, THANK GOD.
WITH LOW APPETITE, IVE GAINED OVER 50 LBS, AND AM SO TIRED. BUT EVERY TEST SHOWS NORMAL!
PLEASE HELP ME!
LOVE your content. I am a thyroid patient but also a wellness coach that has been fortunate enough to work with wellness practitioners that practice like you do. I get hypothyroid patients ALL the time whose doctors have treated them improperly (t4 only) and have no idea about t3. It’s so shocking when it’s an endo who should know about this! Anyway, thanks for the great videos!
Also…I take compounded NDT split…32.5 in the am, 32.5 in the pm. I also take an additional SR 5mcg (so far, might increase after next labs) at 1:00pm, so…have increased the 80/20 split. This system has worked for me and I feel great!
where do you get compounded NDT from? My compounding pharmacy can only compound me a synthetic T3 - T4 mixture!
@@mrzee1958 I get it at a pharmacy in the Dallas area.
@@betsybittner3169 can I get the pharmacy name so I can call them and get info about it to forward to my compounding pharmacy in Tennessee? I would love to get compounded NDT but all they seem to have is synthetic mixture, Thanks
@@mrzee1958 Yes. It’s Allen Family Drug in Allen, Texas. They just have to be willing to order the porcine.
Awesome podcast 🤗
Learned much thanks
I’m a mental health professional LPC. I have hypothyroidism. I take T3 and getting ready to integrate T4. I feel great. I share your videos with patients Dr Weston. I run into the same issues of inflammation, insulin resistance etc.. with pts.
Has the inflammation and insulin resistance reduced after taking thyroid medication, for you?
@@estar1277 yes. When I added T3
@@Josiewankanobe Thanks
What is the doses for T3?
I take it but I still got low TSH 0.010 I feel so tired all time
Hi just been told I have low thyroid been put on folic acid had stage 4 throat cancer 6 years ago is folic acid the right treatment thank you I live in Wales that's in the UK having trouble eating and swallowing
Can you talk about what to do about losing weight even though you have optimal thyroid levels. My ft3 is in upper 1/3, tsh is suppressed, rt3 is 10 and ferritin is in 80s and I still can't lose any weight and I work out 5 days a week. My diet does need help. How are we supposed to eat and exercise even when we're optimal?
Sure, I can add that to future videos.
I have been hypo for the last 35 years and I can only ever lose weight through exercise. I have to diet and bust it on a bicycle or other cardio then the weight falls off. Diet alone has never worked since I went hypo. Just a thought
@@drwestinchilds great thank you!
@@bonniej9778 I think I need more cardio but steady state like walking or biking at a slow to moderate pace
@@sara54501 I hear ya Sara. I wish that worked for me but it never has. I’m sixty years old now and don’t feel like hard down cardio any more. But once again, after a lapse in exercise, I’ve ballooned up. Good luck to you and I’m getting back on the stick myself.
My TSH is .01 T3 5.8 and T4 1.77 what should I do. I have multi nodular goiter ..I am having a thyroid scan with uptake next week. Is that dangerous
I’m on Amour Thyroid 60 mg for about 3 weeks now. I was on 45 then 30 then to 60. When I had my thyroidectomy February 2021, I was on levothyroxine, I felt horrible. After a couple of months the doctor put me on armor thyroid 90 mg, I felt great then I took a blood test and it said all my T3 was high. When I took that blood test, it was within an hour of me taking my medication ( I’m thinking that’s why my t3 was high) but I felt great with that dose and that started the cycle I am at now, up and down. I feel tired, my eye lids* feel heavy, I don’t have enough energy. My anxiety is up. Sometimes my breathing or taking breaths is labored slightly just enough to notice. so I don’t know if my medication should be raised or lowered. Thank you, Dr. Childs
Please see your doctor. You need more thyroid hormone.
Same symptoms and I’m on Levothyroxine and my levels are normal . This is just irritating 🙃.
I was told bc my levels are normal my meds don’t need to be adjusted 🥺
@@EbonyEyes00 That is why I go to a functional medicine doctor. What is “normal” on their scale is not normal for me. If you don’t feel well then maybe shoot for optimal. God bless.😘 BTW Dr. Hornaman is one of the best. I have not had a thyroid gland since 1974! Been through a lot of doctors.
@@EbonyEyes00 I feel your pain sweetheart. You need to be on Armour thyroid. That Levo stuff will make you think you are crazy. It is just T4.
I was just fixing to make an appointment with an endocrinologist. My doctor has been helping me with my thyroid, but it’s not helping. I have pain in my hands. I can’t lose weight no energy I have hypothyroidism and my TSH numbers are high. I am very upset with the way. I’m feeling right now, who do I need to see what kind of doctor
Drs, Thank you!
Welcome!
Love the two of you! Quick question, dose of ALA and Tumeric if we want to combine with Berberine?
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I take low dose NP Thyroid, However I have NAFLD. My question is does T3 get rid of fatty liver?
I just learned that your liver won't convert T4 if you have fatty liver. So I feel like I should be taking an extra T3 supplement. At least until my liver Can convert the T4.
Does this sound right to you?
NAFLD can only be “cured” by a no sugar, no high fructose corn syrup, very low carbohydrate diet.
I have heard on other channels that when dosing t3 that anything above 10 mcg is wasted per dose. Do you find any truth to is there a specific amount per dose we should not exceed? I believe they were referencing the that the body can only produce so much T3 per hour and we only absorbed so much per hour. Thank you
My son, now 39, was born with no thyroid gland. He has only had T4 pills and is mentally handicap and depressed. His doctors including endo never test for anything but tsh and T4. When asked I'm told that information will not help.
Diagnosed with thyroid gland atrophy after 20 years of hypothyroidism. My ft3 & ft4 values are within normal limits but I have developed short term memory loss and difficulty in remembering names of close relatives. I am 68 years old and not able to understand what is the problem.
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Can you take your t3 & your t4 at the same time?
I would love a collaborative video with @Sara Peternell :-) She shares amazing tips on Hashimoto´s as well!
The links to Dr Aime podcasts did not work for me, I got a page not found message.
Would it be best to take T3 on top of np thyroid? I was taking 60mg of np and my natural doc is upping it to 90mg. T3 is low and so is t4. I want optimal levels. Would taking pure T3 on top of the no thyroid be ok to do? I eat very healthy. Trim healthy mama lifestyle.
I have Hoshimotos dx over basically about 15 years ago my newest doctor I basically don’t eat much but I keep gaining weight I was doing intermittent fasting and suddenly I started putting on weight especially with drinking beer
Interesting, my experience is very different compared to Dr Aimee with regards to taking T3 at night. I take half of my daily dose of NDT in the evenings before I go to bed. Its like a sleeping pill! Can't keep my eyes open after taking it and I sleep like a baby!
Do you u take NDT at night and t3 in morning
I love watching you both. What's the difference in compounded T3 & synthetic t3 through mainstream pharmacy?
quality, not all pharmacies are equal. make sure the one you use are up to date with industry standards and certificates. ie bayer pfizer level of quality
What specialist do you recommend a Hypo patient see other than an Endo? They all seem to focus on TSH, and if it’s suppressed - they want to reduce the T3T4 dosing. Ugh!!
Functional Medical Dr.. 😊
Look for a doctor that specializes in integrative, functional, or anti-aging medicine.
I was 4.5 now.85 and taking 125 leverthox… I know something was wrong…
Went off all meds and now I am the best I have ever been…
Also went carnivore keto..
Hi , do you wean off Levothyroxine gradually , or can you just stop taking it. ?
@@kenadams5504 I would just try weaning off the meds...but keep an eye on your test results...
I know now that doctors always want you on medication to keep there bank balance good....
I have proven it with my doctor....
Why do I often not feel hungry? Is that related to hypothyroid?
The discussion on taking T3 medications in split doses you failed to give the hours the drug is effective. I thought I read on your web site that liothyronine is effective for around 3hrs (could be wrong as I read so many things, forget a lot). If I have an afternoon slump, how many hours prior to the slump should I take the T3? If I have a difficult awakening/morning is the T3 at 11PM going to improve the situation or will the T3 be gone from my body because too many hours have past?
Please help me. This no Thyroid is killing me. Doctors keep pushing me aside, and ignoring me. I'm on a 1200 calorie diet and keep gaining weight
For years I bought in the low fat lower calorie b.s. 3 yrs ago even with hypothyroidism I cut our ALL processed food, all sugar and substitute sugars all seed oils. I eat tons of steak, hamburger, eggs bacon and butter. Occasion salad or non startchy veg with my meat. Eat around 2000 calories a day and over last 3 yearsost 80 lbs. Never hungry and eating omad. Off all meds except levo. Age 65 and more energy and excellent labs for first time in 30 years. I do not count calories....eat to satiety.
Id love to move T4 before bedtime, but I already take Estradiol at that time. Is it ok to take both at the same time?
How can i give the night Dose a try? If i take 112 t4 in the morning, how would i switch to the bedtime Dose? Within days? Weeks? Every few days 12 mcg shifting? And with splitted doses t3, should the Biggesee Dose be then the morning or the night time Dose? What are your recommendations?
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I had thyroid ablation 30 years ago. Recently switched from synthroid 175mg and cytomel 12.5 once a day in the morning. I didn’t feel optimal.
My new provider switched me to NP Thyroid 90 mg at night. Three weeks in and my joints ache.
Can it take cytomel with NP Thyroid? I’m tempted to start taking it again to see if this makes the aches go away.
Hey! Can I ask, is L Tyrosine T4 or T3? T3 is very hard to get prescribed in the UK. I have recently started taking L Tyrosine alongside my levothyroxine, and it had made SO much difference, I feel so much better for adding it in.
L-tyrosine is a synthetic amino acid and is neither T4 or T3. I think you are confusing it with thyroxine perhaps?
@@drwestinchilds sorry, I mean …. Does it convert primarily into T3 or T4, after it is ingested as the amino acid? Thanks 😊
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I have take also L tyrosine and thyroxine medicine. I felt much better adding this amino acid. I have hashimoto’s. My Endocrinologist doesn’t want to give me T3 .
If I only listen my Endo… I would be inside the grave. L tyrosine however I think has very short life.B12 help me a lot to.
@@drwestinchilds my doctor has me on 125mcg. And I take 25mg of t3 my tsh level is 0.025 and I'm so tired he knows bout it but not doing nothing you think I should change doctors
How can I consult with doctor Amy regarding my hypothyroid issues
How do you feel about these semaglutides for weight management if you have issues with your thyroid? Can it be taken with these remedies that you mention?
Do Lymphatic drainage massages help ???
The links you shared for Dr. Hornamon don't work.
Excellent podcast! 👍🏼
I am using my husband's site. We live in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. Unfortunately my MD goes just by T3 levels - which are "normal". Do you know of a specialist dealing with Hashimotos in Edmonton, Alberta, which is closer to us. I am almost 73 and am getting so frustrated. Thank you. Marie Korbett
I’d like to know your thoughts on just using Ancestral Supplements Thyroid for Hashimoto’s? Do you have a video about that?
Can i take both my t3 (5mcg) and t4 (75mcg) together on an empty stomach?
I take Armour thyroid
This had both t3 and t4
I’ve been dealing with finding my sweet spot since 2017 it’s a slow slow process!
Hi Dr..I have a question .. currently taking now 175 mg split in a half morning and night with 10 mg of T-3 ..I I still have bad hypothyroidism symptoms..It's been about 3 weeks and I feel no different .My TSH keeps getting higher ..I'm at 13.5 now ..I try everything even armour and didn't work for me..Any suggestions?
I am a post menopause and thyroidectomy 9 yrs ago I take synthroid 100mcg and liothyronine sod 5 McG my levels are well suppressed but still struggling with fatigue and weight I will be trying some of your Tweeks but wondering if there are supplements I could add to help with the weight and fatigue?
Yep, you can see several here:
www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-glandular-plus/
what are your thoughts on Fasting and intermittent fasting and thyroid, on hypothyroidis male.
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How can we find a practitioner in our area familiar with this?
How do I get a doc to prescribe me T3???
My Endo prescribed it once I gained 35 pounds, and concerning lab results. T4 was doing very little for me (total thyroidectomy).
@@gencoop3931maybe it was creatine or your diet sucked 😂
What vitamins should I not take when in take my synthroid I take my vitamins at night but would like to try changing to taking it at night?
You can find the answer to your question on Google……
Dr. Childs would you please do a video for us skinnies...l am very thin😢with hypothyroid yet l've never seen or heard anything on this & how to increase weight. Muscle weakness especially upper arms & buttocks. Not comfy sitting so little padding. Can literally lose weight overnight if l dont have some sweet potatoe or waffles or drop to 2 meals a day. Have to stuff myself...Over a period of 2 mths on 3 meals a day put on a little. I'm keto/ carnivore. I've heard keto is not best for low thyroid. Please help with some of your expertise. We're so forgotten. Thank you in advance. Sandra
Am the same there, very skinny, but I am not hearing anybody talking about how to gain weight
Doctors, my thyroid was irradiated and I take Levothyrhoxine, and was pre diabetic for 5 years. I am following a Keto diet and have lowered my A1C to 5.3 fro 6.0.lost 37 lbs would T3 help reduce my A1C further?
It may.
I have always asked about TSH, why do you care about the mouth piece? My thyroid no longer exists. Doctors tend to freak out over a suppressed TSH and lower my meds, make me suffer for weeks, then increase my dose. So darn frustrating!!
I take progesterone and magnesium before bed so I will try taking that an hour before bed so I can take thyroid meds before bed. My sleep is awful!!
DOES DR.childs do telemed❤ ??