All things thyroid optimization straight from the archive
Why Are You Telling Me to Detox Estrogen If My Bloods Are So Low? If you’ve been told your estrogen is “too low” because you’re in perimenopause or menopause, you might wonder why anyone would suggest supporting estrogen clearance. After
If you’ve ever been told your thyroid blood tests are “completely normal” but you’re still dealing with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, cold hands and feet, constipation, dry skin, thinning hair, low mood, or a persistently low body temperature, whilst
If you’ve been told you’re iron deficient but the supplements leave you constipated, nauseous, wired or still exhausted, we need to zoom out. Because anaemia is rarely just an iron story. And in clinic, especially in women with fatigue, hair
Adrenal Fatigue You’re told you have “adrenal fatigue.” You’re exhausted but wired. You crave salt and sugar. You rely on caffeine to function. Your sleep is broken. Your weight won’t shift. And the explanation? Your adrenals are burnt out. The
here was a time when my work looked very “functional nutrition approved.” Gut tests.Generic blood panels.Dutch tests.A lot of confident interpretations built on shaky foundations. And for a while, I genuinely believed that if we just ran more tests, we’d
Thyroid Symptoms With Normal Labs Explained Do you suffer with any of these symptoms? -Cold hands and feet that never warm up.-Bloating after small meals.-Low appetite or feeling full quickly.-Constipation, sluggish digestion, or alternating gut symptoms.-Morning puffiness in the face
Why Blood Sugar Dysregulation Is the Missing Link and Why T4 Therapy Often Fails Are you struggling with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, fatigue, weight gain, or brain fog despite being on thyroid medication? If your TSH looks “normal” but your symptoms persist,
My role as thyroid focused nutritionist & thyroid researcher, is to support your body, mind, and spirit through personalized nutritional and lifestyle guidance. My approach focuses on the underlying nutritional, metabolic, and environmental factors that influence thyroid function and overall
Are You Wondering Why Your Cholesterol Keeps Creeping Up? It is okay to have higher cholesterol levels which I will explain below. But if your cholesterol has shot up to very high levels, it is important to get your thyroid
Rethinking Ferritin in the UK: Why It’s Not Just About Iron If you’ve ever been told you’re “low iron” because your ferritin is below the NHS reference range, you’re not alone. In the UK, iron deficiency is one of the
Magnesium and Thyroid Health Most female clients I work with are told: “Your thyroid is sluggish, here’s a pill, get on with it.” And right now? Women are being misdiagnosed, under-tested, and over-medicated. But here’s the dirty little secret: hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s aren’t
Magnesium and Thyroid Health Individuals suffering from heart palpitations often find that magnesium plays a crucial role in their symptom management. Managing heart palpitations effectively requires understanding their triggers, especially in relation to magnesium intake. Magnesium is often overlooked in
Chronic Pain Isn’t Always About Injuries or Stress When most people think of chronic pain, they imagine old injuries, wear and tear, or maybe unresolved emotional trauma. And sure, those can play a role. But here’s what almost nobody is
Chronic Pain, Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto’s – The Overlooked Connection Chronic pain isn’t just a bad back, creaky joints, or a migraine that “runs in the family.” It’s your body waving a giant, neon HELP ME sign and in many women, that sign
First let’s talk about why so many people feel puffy, anxious, sluggish, and hormonally off, despite clean eating and a shelf full of supplements. Many individuals struggle with estrogen dominance and its effects on their overall well-being. For those dealing
If you’ve entered the pro-metabolism or “Ray Peat” corner of the internet, you may have noticed something curious: a noticeable lack of green smoothie worship and kale salad praise. Many discussions revolve around the impact of different foods on your
ou’re on thyroid meds. You’re eating “clean.” You’ve tried the iron supplements. And yetYou’re still tired.Still cold.Still staring blankly at your coffee wondering why it isn’t working. Inadequate nutrient absorption can lead to exacerbation of hashimotos symptoms. If that’s you,
You’re exhausted. Puffy. Brain-fogged.Your thyroid and anemia labs were “fine,” but you feel anything but.And the doctor’s solution? Another vitamin D capsule or a generic multivitamin.That’s it. If that scenario sounds familiar, here’s what’s really going on. Vitamin D Tests
Mercury Accumulates in the Thyroid as You Age If you’re a woman in your 20s to 40s and you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s, chances are you’ve heard a lot about T4 and maybe even T3. Your doctor probably started you on Synthroid or Levothyroxine (pure
Mercury Accumulates in the Thyroid as You Age 2021 study published in Biological Trace Element Research found that over one-third of people aged 60 and over have mercury lodged inside their thyroid follicular cells.Source: PMC7872292 Mercury isn’t just passive. It
You were told you had H. pylori, and like most people, you trusted the protocol:Triple antibiotics. Maybe a PPI.The bacteria should be gone… so why do you still feel like garbage? If this sounds like your post-H. pylori reality, you’re not alone. Here’s
If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s, chances are you were told the same thing as most of my clients: “You’ll need to be on thyroid medication for life.”“It runs in your family, there’s no way around it.”“Your body
Do you feel cold, like, all the time? No matter the season, no matter how many layers you’re wearing? While it’s easy to blame the weather or poor circulation, your body might actually be waving a red flag that something
First, you get diagnosed with low thyroid.Fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, brain fog, maybe even digestive issues. You’re told it’s all related to hypothyroidism, so you take your meds or try the supplements… and hope for the best. But what
London. A city of history, rain, overpriced flat whites, and, if you’ve recently been to the doctor, blandly prescribed pharmaceuticals. You sit in that tiny, clinical room with its laminated posters and fluorescent lighting, and the doctor, looking half bored
If you’ve been battling tonsil stones, sluggish energy, or thyroid issues, your lymphatic system might be to blame. This often-overlooked network of vessels, tissues, and organs is your body’s natural waste disposal team. It flushes out toxins, regulates fluid balance,
There’s a special kind of hell reserved for those of us trudging through the thick, soupy fog of chronic fatigue. It’s not dramatic. It doesn’t come with gory visuals or flashing red alerts. It’s quieter than that—like someone dimmed the
Here’s the deal: antimicrobial herbs are no joke. They’re a go-to for dealing with SIBO, Candida, fungal infections, gut overgrowth, parasites, and mold. But when it comes to mold and parasites, we’re not just talking about popping a pill and
Basic Tests Miss Critical Markers Let’s cut to the chase: if you’re dealing with mold illness and still feeling like a shell of yourself despite treatment, it’s time to dig deeper—specifically into your thyroid health. The connection between mold and
T3 & T4 Imagine this: your thyroid’s a bartender, serving up a specific cocktail of hormones to keep you feeling alive and kicking. The two stars on the menu? T3 and T4. Now, you’d think any old thyroid treatment would
The Fear, Iron, fatigue Carousel When you’re riding the wave of constant stress, it doesn’t take long for things to go sideways. Suddenly, you’re not just “stressed” but depleted—right down to the minerals holding you together. Chronic stress doesn’t just
Thyroid & Metabolism Connection If your body were an orchestra, the glands would be the musicians, and the hormones they churn out—the music. And at the center of it all, calling the shots? That’s your thyroid. It’s the conductor, and
Mushrooms have always been one of those polarising ingredients—some people love ‘em, some people wouldn’t touch them if you paid ‘em. But Dr. Ray Peat, a quirky biologist and nutrition guru, has a hell of a lot to say about
Thyroid problems are tricky—treatment only works if the diagnosis is right. Misdiagnosis? You’re stuck with the wrong fix, or worse, more harm. I see it every week. Most people with hypothyroidism get a one-size-fits-all prescription for hormones, no digging for
There are almost opposing opinions about what the ideal nutrition is for a woman in her cycle at what stages. To seed cycle or not To abstain from meat or not To increase veggies or not To aid gut health
You know many health and wellbeing influencers will plug the next thing that seems achievable. Now to get vitamin D we have to go emigrate the equator preferably move there, sunbathe naked at a circle time, angle and position, every
Food is more intricate than simply sources of protein, carbohydrates, fats and minerals and vitamins. Whether it is an animal or vegetable, these are complex molecular structures with cells that are living organisms and contain networks of components and nutrients
The Emotional Pillar The emotional body could be said to be the dwelling place of the soul, whether that is literal or figurative. This may be compared to our house analogy as how one decorates their home. Interior decorations to
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped glan, located in the neck. There is big talks about metabolism in health circles these days and the thyroid gland controls our metabolism. This is the rate in which food is burned to create
In this article let is discuss why getting to the root or origins of your health or emotional issue, whilst beneficial, does not solve the concern. We will cover the benefits & misunderstandings of deeper emotional work, but also share
When I began my nutrition studies in my late teens, to when I qualified in my early 30’s I dont think looking back I could see myself writing articles, making videos and helping women 1:1 in clinic to balance hormones,
Fasting is an ancient practice that dates back thousands of years. You tend to find various religious rituals involving fasting too. Even traditional folk knowledge says to avoid food when not feeling well, which is observed clearly in animals. Fasting
PCOS Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome affects a lot of women worldwide. Unfortunately for many it goes undiagnosed. It also can be known as Stein-Levanthal syndrome. It affects one’s confidence as it slows metabolism, leads to weight gain, acne and male pattern
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a common condition affecting females, but it is not normal by any means. It is associated with body composition change complaints, male pattern hair deposition, irregular menstrual periods, pain and infertility. In the 1 Harley Street
When approaching the thyroid, many clients have told me that their consultants have said they are fine. When they persist they have eventually been tested but the results have fallen in the ‘healthy’ brackets. The situation is that general diagnostics
In the introduction of my Four-Pillar Protocol, we covered a general outline of why it is necessary to heal the body on four different planes, for long lasting, sustainable well-being. Now we are going to break down each Pillar or
Autoimmune disorders of the thyroid result in an over or underproduction of thyroid hormones due to the presence of antibodies. Graves and hashimoto’s are autoimmune disorders of the thyroid gland resulting in an overproduction or underproduction of thyroid hormone. The
In this article I will introduce you to the Four-Pillar Protocol which I developed and how I make it applicable to you regardless of if you have come to see more for bloating, gas, hormonal imbalances, painful periods, PMS, pain
Joel Radley is a leading nutritionist and therapist (nutritional therapy), supplement expert (10+ years in the industry) & based in London Harley Street. He began working with clients in 2016 in the renowned Harley Street Clinic, specializing in healing Pain
In this article let’s discuss vitamin A in pregnancy. I get asked the big question by my clients who are either in their first trimester or are attempting to conceive. The big question is if it is really toxic and