Ep. #601: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky on Improving Thyroid Health and Function

Pity our poor thyroid. This small gland is blamed for countless weight loss frustrations and is a consistent scapegoat for people who encounter fat loss plateaus. And that’s understandable. The thyroid affects metabolism and hypothyroidism (suppressed thyroid function) can slow the basal metabolic rate and reduce fat loss if you don’t adjust your diet or get treated.  I hear from many people who have thyroid issues asking for advice on how to lose weight, how to adjust their diets, and how to improve their overall health. This isn’t a subject I’ve touched on directly, so I decided to bring on a true thyroid expert, Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, to elucidate this little gland’s function and how it relates to fitness and health. In this interview, Dr. Nadolsky discusses …   - What is the thyroid, what does it do, and what are hypo- and hyperthyroidism? - How big of an effect can impaired thyroid function have on metabolism? - T3, T4, and TSH hormones - Goitrogenic foods and whether they should be avoided - The role of iodine, stress, and carbs in thyroid function - Signs you may have a thyroid issue - Hypothyroidism misdiagnosis - And more …   In case you’re not familiar with Dr. Nadolsky, he’s a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician, author of “The Fat Loss Prescription,” and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He’s also a member of Legion Athletics’ Scientific Advisory Board and a certified “meme-ologist” on instagram. :)   So, if you want to learn about all things thyroid, listen to this episode! 12:36 - What are your thoughts on how the US approached the lockdown versus what Sweden did? Do you think we should have made adjustments? 16:00 - What function does the thyroid have? How does the thyroid affect weight loss? 17:42 - What are the hormones involved in thyroid regulation? 19:05 - How much of an impact can the thyroid have on basal metabolic rate?  24:03 - Does hyperthyroidism mirror the effects of hypothyroidism or is there a significant difference?  26:57 - What are some signs of a thyroid issue? 29:08 - Are there natural remedies that can help with hyperthyroidism? 37:19 - How does iodine play into thyroid function? 49:22 - How long will it take to start seeing thyroid effects from dieting? 52:36 - Does stress cause thyroid problems? 1:01:55 - Where can people find you and your work? --- Mentioned on The Show: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky's Website: http://drspencer.com/ RP Health: https://rphealth.com/ Dr. Spencer Nadolsky's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnadolsky/ Dr. Spencer Nadolsky's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiYVuCJsA1GZyGgIZJqV64w Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://legionathletics.com/coaching/ Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength and lose fat faster? Sign up for my free newsletter! Click HERE: https://www.legionathletics.com/signup/