Episodios

  • The Ultimate Guide to your Thyroid for World Thyroid Day [May 25 Bonus]

    The Ultimate Guide to your Thyroid for World Thyroid Day [May 25 Bonus]
    May 24 2025
    Ever wonder what your thyroid really does for you? This World Thyroid Day special episode is your ultimate guide to understanding your thyroid, especially if you’re navigating Hashimoto’s. Your thyroid is the key to your energy, but too often, we’re left in the dark about how it works or why standard tests like TSH might not tell the whole story. This episode breaks it all down in a way that’s easy to grasp, so you can take charge of your health. You’ll learn:
    • What your thyroid is and why it’s critical for your energy and wellness.
    • Why relying on TSH alone might miss the mark for Hashimoto’s.
    • Simple, actionable steps to support your thyroid and feel like yourself again.
    Ready to understand your thyroid health? Hit play now to start your journey to better energy with Hashimoto’s! Mentioned: Holistic Hashimoto's Course Dual Synergizer with Rise & Reset

    Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    22 m
  • 148 // Holistic health guide for graduates [Graduation Gift Idea]

    148 // Holistic health guide for graduates [Graduation Gift Idea]
    May 22 2025
    Ever wondered what to gift a graduate that’s more meaningful than cash or towels? In this episode of Health with Hashimoto’s, Esther shares her new book, Wellness Wisdom for Graduates, a holistic health guide for graduates packed with practical tips for young adults. As a mom of four boys, Esther knows the challenges teens face, and she’s created a short, affordable book to help them thrive. You’ll discover why spiritual health comes first, how simple hacks like mindful eating can make a big difference, and ways to support graduates in building a healthy life. Hit play to learn about this perfect graduation gift idea! Get the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/44Jpzxm All other links:

    https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    19 m
  • 147 // Creating a customized diet for your Hashimoto’s needs: Interview with Dietitian Shannon Davis

    147 // Creating a customized diet for your Hashimoto’s needs: Interview with Dietitian Shannon Davis
    May 15 2025
    Are you eating the wrong foods for your Hashimoto’s? Living with Hashimoto’s can feel like a maze of conflicting diet advice—low-fat, high-carb, or no carbs at all. It’s overwhelming! In this episode of Health with Hashimoto’s, I sit down with Shannon Davis, a registered dietitian with 18 years of experience, to cut through the noise. Shannon shares why standard nutrition advice often fails and how a custom diet for Hashimoto’s can help you feel better. This episode matters because the wrong foods could be keeping you stuck—tired, inflamed, and frustrated. Shannon’s approach focuses on addressing root causes like insulin resistance, not just counting calories. Her insights are a game-changer for anyone navigating autoimmune challenges. By listening, you’ll discover:
    • Why calorie counting and low-fat diets don’t work for Hashimoto’s.
    • How to personalize your diet based on your body’s unique needs.
    • Tips for trying a carnivore diet to reduce autoimmune inflammation.
    Ready to find a diet that works for you? Hit play now to start your journey toward better health with Hashimoto’s! Connect with Shannon here: https://linktr.ee/shannondavis

    Find all Esther's links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    35 m
  • 146 // I tried the MindBody GLP-1 system for six months and changed my health

    146 // I tried the MindBody GLP-1 system for six months and changed my health
    May 8 2025
    Can you imagine ignoring a bowl of Halloween candy without a second thought? Or finally getting relief from migraines that steal your days? On this episode of Health with Hashimoto’s, I’m sharing my six-month journey with the MindBody GLP-1 system. As a registered nurse and busy mom of four, I know how hard it is to manage chronic symptoms while juggling life. This system changed my health in ways I didn’t expect, and I’m excited to tell you about it. If you’re struggling with food cravings, hunger swings, or pain, this one’s for you. You’ll hear:
    • How I stopped obsessing over sweets and quieted “food noise.”
    • Why learning to feel my hunger cues made such a big difference.
    • How my monthly migraines went from debilitating to barely there.
    Want to know how the MindBody GLP-1 system benefits worked for me? Hit play to find out!

    Healthy Weight Stack: https://estheryunkin.lifevantage.com/us-en/shop/healthy-weight-stack

    Find all other links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    25 m
  • 145 // Is There Gluten Hiding in Your Thyroid Medication?

    145 // Is There Gluten Hiding in Your Thyroid Medication?
    May 1 2025
    Is There Gluten Hiding in Your Thyroid Medication? Could your thyroid medication be making your Hashimoto’s symptoms worse? If you’re working hard to manage your Hashimoto’s by avoiding gluten, you might be shocked to learn that some thyroid medications, like generic levothyroxine, could contain gluten and other fillers that sabotage your health. In this episode, Esther, a nurse with over 20 years of experience, uncovers this hidden issue and helps you check your medications and supplements. In this episode, you’ll learn:
    • Why some thyroid medications might be harming your Hashimoto’s progress.
    • How to check if your medication contains gluten or other harmful fillers.
    • Practical steps to ensure you’re getting safe, high-quality medications and supplements.
    Hit play now to discover how to protect your health and make informed choices for your Hashimoto’s journey!

    Find all links on my resource page or keep scrolling here: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.

    Are you trying to find Hashimoto's answers without more trial and error? Here are ways you can find solutions for your health...

    Your Path to Health with Hashimoto's is three simple steps.

    >> Step One - Hashimoto's Decoded: 10 Thyroid Questions to Ask Your Doctor Your doctor is on your team to give you the best advice he/she can. Ultimately, your action plan is in your hands. These 10 questions will empower you as a patient and advocate for your own health!

    >> Step Two - Hashimoto's Decoded: Root Causes Revealed In order to make a difference in your Hashimoto’s healing journey, you must know what is causing the problems. This mini course will give you an understanding your own root causes.

    >> Step Three - The Holistic Hashimoto's Course Save time and energy as I guide you through the best ways to address your root causes. This is your most streamlined way to take control of your health and feel like yourself again.

    >> Holistic Hashimoto's Coaching Sessions are available any time you need to get unstuck in your health and develop an action plan that will work with your current realities of life (time, stress, etc.)

    >> Activate your health - LifeVantage The Dual Synergizer turns your Nrf2 pathway back on and increases your own antioxidant production including 300x more glutathione. It also activates your Nrf1 pathway to make more mitochondria (energy.) The Rise & Reset multinutrient system is the best "multivitamin" I've found. The MindBody GLP-1 System gets your body making and maintaining healthy levels of GLP-1 so you can balance your hormones and lose weight.

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    20 m
  • 144 // How to build stress resiliency in real life with Rachel Skinner Fernandez

    144 // How to build stress resiliency in real life with Rachel Skinner Fernandez
    Apr 24 2025

    Are you tired of hearing that stress is “just part of motherhood” or that you simply need to push through? In this episode of Health with Hashimoto’s, I’m joined by nervous system coach Rachel Skinner Fernandez. Together, we talk about how stress is more than a feeling—it’s something your body experiences deeply, and it can disrupt everything from your thyroid to your mood. If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your kids, feeling stuck in overwhelm, or pushing past hunger until 2 p.m., this conversation is for you. Rachel shares her story and simple shifts you can make to start calming your nervous system naturally. You’ll learn:

    • Why your body might be stuck in stress mode—and how it’s impacting your Hashimoto’s

    • How creating safety cues through food, rest, and sunlight can shift your stress response

    • What it looks like to listen to your body and actually respond to its needs

    Press play to discover simple, doable ways to support your body so you can feel more like yourself again.

    Rachel's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ditch-mom-anxiety-mental-health-anxiety-disorder-nervous/id1651541195

    Gift for you from Rachel

    5 Food Mistakes Making You an Angry Mom: https://bit.ly/angrymomfoodhacks

    Find all Esther's links on the resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    34 m
  • 143 // I ate gluten curious if freshly milled flour helps Hashimoto’s

    143 // I ate gluten curious if freshly milled flour helps Hashimoto’s
    Apr 17 2025
    Ever wondered if you could eat gluten again with Hashimoto’s? In this episode of Health with Hashimoto’s, I share my personal experiment of reintroducing gluten using freshly milled heritage wheat and sourdough, hoping it might work for my body. If you’re navigating gluten sensitivity or curious about what foods trigger your Hashimoto’s symptoms, this episode is for you—because figuring out what your body needs can feel like a puzzle. You’ll discover why I decided to try gluten after 11 years, how modern wheat differs from the stuff our great-grandparents ate, and why tracking your symptoms is a game-changer for understanding your unique triggers. Hit play to learn how to experiment safely with your diet and take control of your Hashimoto’s journey!

    Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.

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    21 m
  • 142 // Sleep is the secret weapon you need to fight Hashimoto’s fatigue

    142 // Sleep is the secret weapon you need to fight Hashimoto’s fatigue
    Apr 10 2025
    Feeling wiped out despite sleeping? If Hashimoto’s has you exhausted, this Health with Hashimoto’s podcast episode shows how sleep can help. I’ve been there, dozing off while reading to my kids, blaming mom life until I realized it was hypothyroid fatigue. Sleep heals your body, calms hunger hormones, and cuts stress, all vital for autoimmune health. I share easy fixes, like skipping screens, to boost your rest. Picture waking up refreshed with more energy and less fog. Hit play on this episode now to discover how to fight Hashimoto’s fatigue with simple tips for better sleep. You’ll wish you’d started sooner!

    JOIN THE COMMUNITY

    Unlock your wellness journey with the free Health with Hashimoto's community! Join a supportive community that's here for you every step of the way.

    The Health with Hashimoto’s community is on Skool: https://www.skool.com/health-with-hashimotos/about

    Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

    ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

    The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.
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    21 m
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