Chronic stress is most often the tipping point that leads to Hashimoto’s or Graves’ Disease.

But what can be hard to wrap our heads around is exactly what “stress” looks like in real life. Stress can be anything from a crazy day at the office to our own negative thoughts—and for many women, it’s the latter that does us in. Well, that, and never allowing ourselves time to relax…away from screens, work, and the needs of others.

In my podcast episode on Supporting Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders with @chewsfoodwisely, we discuss some of the foundational ways we can build our body’s resilience to stress and holistically optimize thyroid function. Four of the big-picture things to keep in mind are:
1. Getting in nutrient-dense foods.
2. Allowing for down-time.
3. Eating regularly.
4. Prioritizing sleep.

By focusing on these four simple things, we can start to decrease inflammation in our bodies, balance our blood sugar, boost our nutrient levels, strengthen our immunity, and restore the integrity of our gut lining. These are all critical in the process to improving thyroid hormone 1) production, 2) absorption, 3) conversion, and 4) utilization by the body.

For more information on the differences between Hashimoto’s and Graves’ Disease—as well as how to support the thyroid with these conditions—make sure to listen to this podcast episode!

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