Outline:Meet Dr. Nirvana, naturopathic doctor & host of Regenerate You podcastWhat is a naturopathic doctor? Why did Dr. Nirvana choose this path?Understanding the thyroid, structure & function Thyroid conditions: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto Disease, Graves Disease, nodules and goiters Typical symptoms of thyroid challenges (weight gain/loss, losing hair, depression, sleep challenges, fatigue, constipation)How to decipher between a true thyroid issue and being metabolically challenged?Extra labs to request from your doctor: TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Thyroid Globulin Antibodies, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies, Iron, Vitamin DThe connection between low thyroid function and cognitive decline plus mood & feelings of satietyLifestyle choices that increase propensity for thyroid issuesLifestyle choices to support thyroid health & proper functionHerbs & nutrition  for thyroid support: ashwagandha, rhodiola, selenium, kelp, green tea, matcha, dark greens, eleutherococcus, vitamin C, vitamin D, magnesium & other adaptogenic herbsWhen to choose nutraceutical and pharmaceutical interventionsAs a patient, when do want to enroll a naturopath in our healthcare team? How to find & choose a naturopathic doctor?The goal: to get to a place of understanding our bodies' signalsLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramJenn's Favorite Herbal formula for Adrenal Thyroid & Stress SupportTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Dr. Nirvana on Instagram, Facebook & her websiteDr. Nirvana's Podcast: Regenerate YouQuotes:"The thyroid is connected to the throat chakra, the color blue... people who hold back their thoughts/feelings tend to have a lot of thyroid imbalances...your mouth has to express things so your ears can hear them for the healing to start." - Dr. Nirvana "Food is our nutrition...food is our medicine and not meant to be feared." - Dr. Nirvana"If your body has a symptom, it's just trying to speak to you." - Dr. Nirvana