#14 Healing Hashimoto’s and Thyroid diseases through Ayurveda with Marianne Teitelbaum

In this episode I am interviewing Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum, author of the book “Healing the Thyroid with Ayurveda”. She has been in private practice for over 30 years and uses in-depth Ayurvedic principles in her experienced healing approach. Here are the topics discussed in this podcast: Why today thyroid disease has become a global epidemic [04:04] What are the functions of a healthy thyroid gland [04:46] The 6 stages of disease progression according to Ayurveda [07:15] Is it possible to come out of thyroid medications and be healthy [09:28] What are the lifestyle changes that need to be implemented to have healthy thyroid functioning [11:51] Why effective treatment of Hashimoto’s disease has more to do with improving the immune system than thyroid functions [13:15] Why we have so many people diagnosed with autoimmune disorders today [17:55] How stress can weaken thyroid health [19:00] Two healthy habits which can transform your immunity and vitality [21:50] What happens to your body when you take birth control pills [23:07] How to enhance Prana (the life energy) in your body [25:50] Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum graduated Summa Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1984. She immediately began her studies with Maharishi Ayurveda, obtaining Ayurvedic Practitioner certification in 1992. In the late 1990’s she began a 17-year one-on-one internship with Vaidya Rama Kant Mishra, an award-winning herbal formulator who hails from a 5000 -year-old family lineage of Raj Vaidyas. Dr. Teitelbaum is now writing books, articles, blogs and conducts courses based on the knowledge Vaidya Mishra imparted to her before his untimely passing in April of 2017. Her first book “Ayurveda and the Thyroid Gland: Natural Treatments to Heal Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s” published by Inner Traditions Publishing Company in March of 2019. She runs an extremely busy Ayurvedic practice based in Southern New Jersey, treating all diseases, by addressing her patients’ imbalances, instructing them in diet and daily routine, and teaching them Ayurvedic cleansing techniques. Please find further information about Dr. Teitelbaum on drmteitelbaum.com and her Instagram @marianneteitelbaum For further details about your host Dr. Vignesh Devraj please go to Facebook and Instagram @sitarambeachretreat or visit www.sitaramretreat.com Want to take some amazing steps towards your own optimum health and vitality? Personal online ayurvedic consultations with Dr. Vignesh are now available! Simply DM to his Instagram @vigneshdevraj Do you enjoy this show? Help us shape and grow it faster and leave your review right here. Also make sure to never miss out on any episodes by subscribing to the podcast. Thanks and we truly appreciate your support.