Testing, Triggers, and Insights: Mapping the Gut–Thyroid Relationship with Dr. Eric Osansky

#299 Dr. Eric Osansky is a functional medicine practitioner with over 15 years of experience in chiropractic care, nutrition, and natural approaches to thyroid health. After overcoming Graves' disease and achieving remission in 2009, he committed his career to helping others heal from thyroid and autoimmune conditions through holistic, evidence-based strategies. He is the author of Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease, Hashimoto's Triggers, and The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet. As host of the Save My Thyroid podcast, Dr. Osansky shares practical tools and expert insights to guide listeners on their healing journey. Dr. Osansky holds a Master's degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and is board-certified as a Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) and Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). He is also trained in herbal therapy and stays current in the field through ongoing education, conferences, and advanced coursework. In this episode, we cover:   What inspired Dr. Eric's focus on thyroid health? Were there personal or professional turning points? How does gut-thyroid communication present in clinical practice? What early signs suggest thyroid issues originate from the gut? How do intestinal permeability and dysbiosis affect autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's? Are there common microbial triggers? SIBO and hypothyroidism often co-occur. Does one drive the other? How does Dr. Eric prioritise treatment? What functional tests does he use to evaluate the gut-thyroid connection? How do nutrient deficiencies caused by poor gut absorption (selenium, zinc, iron) impact thyroid hormone production and conversion? What interventions have been most effective in improving thyroid patient outcomes, including Dr. Eric's own experience? ...and much more.   I'm beyond excited to have Splash Blanket as our Love & Guts sponsor! If you've followed me for a while, you'll know I use mine for everything — intimacy, tummy time, toilet training... the list goes on. Sick of spills, stains, and wet patches? Splash Blanket is your soft, stylish, waterproof solution. Originally made for intimacy, it's now a go-to for: Birthing & postpartum Free bleeding & incontinence Nappy-free time & toilet training Protecting mattresses at home or away Why settle for a towel when you can have a plush, snuggle-worthy, mess-proof blanket? Use code GUT15 for 15% off at splashblanket.com — and say goodbye to mess stress for good!