Health with Hashimoto’s - Holistic Root Cause Solutions for Autoimmune Thyroid Disease

Esther Yunkin - Registered Nurse, Hashimoto’s Coach, Holistic Health

Tired of feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by your Hashimoto’s or thyroid problems? The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast is your resource for holistic, root-cause solutions to regain your energy and create lasting wellness. Hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto’s warrior, this podcast covers everything you need to know about Hashimoto’s and thyroid problems, including: * What is Hashimoto’s? * Why do people get Hashimoto’s? * How to address the root causes of this autoimmune disease * Natural remedies and lifestyle changes that can help you feel better * Tips for managing your Hashimoto’s symptoms and preventing flares * How to take control and be the CEO of your own health * Support and inspiration from other women who understand what you’re going through * Holistic Health for Hashimoto’s founded on science from a non-woo perspective If you’re ready to take control of your health and reclaim your life, then subscribe to the Health with Hashimoto’s podcast today! Find links to join our community and access the Holistic Hashimoto’s course: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/ This podcast is for information only and is not provided as medical advice.

  1. 6D AGO

    189 // How to Identify Your Hashimoto’s Root Causes So You Know Exactly What to Do Next

    Are you treating your Hashimoto's symptoms without ever asking what caused them in the first place? Most women with Hashimoto's spend years chasing symptoms and never get to the real problem. In this episode, we are going upstream. Using the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill as a real-world example, you will see exactly why addressing downstream symptoms without identifying upstream root causes keeps you stuck. Your symptoms are not the problem. They are the result of the problem. In this episode you will learn: Why upstream and root cause mean the same thing and why that matters for your health How your root causes are never just one thing and what to look at instead What your very first step should be after a Hashimoto's diagnosis If you are ready to stop guessing and start identifying your Hashimoto's root causes, this episode is your starting point. 🎧 Hit play and let's go upstream. BOOK NOW: Hashimoto’s Root Cause Reset https://healthwithhashimotos.com/book-now/ HASHIMOTO’S DECODED - Figure Out Your Root Causes in an Hour https://healthwithhashimotos.com/hashimotos-decoded/   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    20 min
  2. FEB 26

    188 // Why Good Doctors Give Bad Advice and What Hashimoto's Patients Can Do About It

    Have you ever left a doctor's appointment with a prescription but still felt like something was missed? If you have Hashimoto's, you are not alone. In this episode, Dr. Aaron Hartman, a triple board-certified physician, breaks down why bad medical advice and Hashimoto's are more connected than most patients realize, and exactly what you can do about it. You will learn: Why medical error affects autoimmune patients more than you think The four root causes behind every autoimmune disease What kind of provider to look for when you feel stuck Hit play to get started.   Episode 129 about LDN with Pharmacist Steve Anderson   Dr. Hartman's book "UnCURABLE - From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds"   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    24 min
  3. FEB 19

    187 // How to Save Money on Thyroid Medication: GoodRx vs Cost Plus Drugs vs TrumpRx

    Tired of thyroid meds eating into your budget every month? You're not stuck with high prices—especially with Hashimoto's or hypothyroidism. This episode breaks down three real options to how to save money on thyroid medication so you can stay consistent with your levothyroxine (or other thyroid needs) without the stress. The core message: A quick comparison puts you back in control as the CEO of your health. You'll discover: How GoodRx coupons stack up against Cost Plus Drugs' transparent generics and TrumpRx's brand discounts (with actual price examples for common doses). Why generics often win on cost, but sticking to one manufacturer matters for feeling stable. How to pick the best fit for your life—local pharmacy loyalty, mail-order ease, cash vs. insurance, or whatever season you're in. No overwhelm, just practical RN advice (including my small-town pharmacy wins). Hit play and check prices on your next refill—you've got this!   Links: TrumpRx - https://trumprx.gov  GoodRx - https://www.goodrx.com  Cost Plus Drugs - https://www.costplusdrugs.com    JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    21 min
  4. FEB 12

    186 // Exploring Peptides and Gut Health in Hashimoto’s: What the Research Says

    Are you exhausted and foggy even when you're doing "all the right things" for your Hashimoto's? Your gut might hold the missing piece. It houses 70–80% of your immune system, and peptides—tiny signaling proteins your gut naturally produces—help regulate digestion, nutrient absorption, barrier function, and microbial balance. In this episode, I share why peptides for gut health are getting attention in functional wellness circles and how supporting them fits into feeling more like yourself again. As a registered nurse living with Hashimoto’s, I open up about my own journey and keep it simple—no overwhelming lists. You’ll learn: Easy ways to add probiotic foods daily (my go-to breakfast mix!) When supplements like research-backed probiotics and prebiotics make sense A targeted approach I use to support natural peptide activity (including my routine with the Healthy Edge Stack) Press play now to listen and pick up practical, sustainable ideas for nurturing your gut health.   Mentioned:  Healthy Edge Stack: https://estheryunkin.lifevantage.com/us-en/shop/healthy-edge-stack  Hashimoto's Root Cause Reset: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/book-now/ Health with Hashimoto's community 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    21 min
  5. FEB 5

    185 // Hashimoto's and Fertility: Hidden Thyroid Links to Infertility & Miscarriage + How to Heal

    Struggling to get pregnant or stay pregnant with Hashimoto's? You're not imagining it—thyroid issues can quietly sabotage your chances, even when everything else seems "normal." Many women hear "unexplained infertility" or face heartbreaking losses, but the real culprit is often Hashimoto's disrupting ovulation, egg quality, and implantation through hidden pathways like elevated antibodies attacking your uterine lining. The good news? Addressing the root causes gives you a real shot at natural conception and a healthier pregnancy—without rushing to IVF. In this episode, naturopathic fertility expert Dr. Grace Charles breaks it down and shares what actually moves the needle. You'll discover: The three sneaky ways Hashimoto's blocks fertility (from prolactin spikes killing ovulation to autoimmune attacks on your endometrium raising miscarriage risk) Key postpartum red flags—like scary intrusive thoughts or anxiety that hits even when baby’s sleeping—that scream "test your thyroid antibodies now" A realistic 6–8 month healing timeline to lower antibodies, optimize labs, and boost your chances of bringing home a baby Ready to stop wondering "why" and start fixing it? Hit play and listen now—you deserve answers and hope.   Connect with Dr. Grace Charles Website & free discovery call Free resource: 10 Things You Can Do Today to Improve Your Fertility   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    22 min
  6. JAN 29

    184 // How to Improve Gut Health with Hashimoto’s Without Overwhelm

    Have you been told gut health matters for Hashimoto’s, but felt overwhelmed trying to figure out where to start or what actually fits your life? If you have Hashimoto’s, gut health is not optional. It is one of the most common root causes behind fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, and feeling unlike yourself. But improving gut health does not require perfection, complicated testing, or doing everything at once.  This episode breaks down simple, doable steps (good, better, best) so you can pick what fits your life right now. Press play to listen to the full episode and learn how to improve gut health with Hashimoto’s in a way that feels sustainable and doable.   Get Seed (affiliate link. Save $25) https://refer.seed.com/by/yunkin@mac.com Or on FullScript: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/eyunkin The Healthy Edge - What is it: https://biohackandactivate.com/p84  Order: https://estheryunkin.lifevantage.com/us-en/shop/healthy-edge-stack    JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    21 min
  7. JAN 22

    183 // When the News is Heavy, Here are Simple Steps for Stress

    Hey friend — I know life (and the news) can feel overwhelming, so this episode brings you back to basics: belly breathing to calm your nervous system and simple habits to protect your gut. Have you ever noticed that even when you eat “the right foods,” your digestion and symptoms still feel off? Stress and gut health are deeply connected, especially for those living with Hashimoto’s. Understanding the link between stress and leaky gut patterns can help explain why flares happen even when your diet looks good on paper. In this episode, you’ll learn: How chronic stress shifts your body out of “rest and digest” and disrupts digestion Why rushed eating and poor chewing can worsen gut permeability How stress-driven changes in the gut lining can contribute to autoimmune flares in Hashimoto’s If you’re feeling overwhelmed, tired of fighting your body, or stuck in a cycle of symptoms, this conversation will help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and why calming your stress response is a foundational step.   SCHEDULE A COACHING SESSION: Hashimoto’s Health Session https://healthwithhashimotos.com/book-now/   Listen to the ABIDE episode: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/150-hhl-abide/ And get 30 days free: https://abide.com/ref/hashimotospodcast    JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    22 min
  8. JAN 15

    182 // Why Hashimoto’s Healing Feels Slow and Why That Is Normal [Interview with Dr. Jen Mann]

    Have you ever wondered why Hashimoto’s healing feels slow, even when you’re doing “all the right things”? If you are living with Hashimoto’s and feeling discouraged by the pace of progress, this conversation will help you reset expectations in a grounded, hopeful way. In this episode, Esther sits down with naturopathic doctor Dr. Jen Mann to talk through what a realistic Hashimoto’s healing timeline actually looks like and how to achieve it. This episode offers reassurance for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or tempted to give up because results are not happening fast enough.   In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Hashimoto’s healing takes longer than most people expect What changes often show up first before labs improve How to stay encouraged and consistent during the ups and downs Press play to listen to the full conversation and gain clarity, perspective, and hope for your own healing journey.   Book a complimentary Discovery Call with Nova Health (Dr. Jen's clinic) where clients begin their journey toward real, lasting health. https://intakeq.com/booking/lccbyl?serviceId=e2cf0d79-b221-463b-b198-1c3d3a53899f   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO’S 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. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    23 min
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Tired of feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by your Hashimoto’s or thyroid problems? The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast is your resource for holistic, root-cause solutions to regain your energy and create lasting wellness. Hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto’s warrior, this podcast covers everything you need to know about Hashimoto’s and thyroid problems, including: * What is Hashimoto’s? * Why do people get Hashimoto’s? * How to address the root causes of this autoimmune disease * Natural remedies and lifestyle changes that can help you feel better * Tips for managing your Hashimoto’s symptoms and preventing flares * How to take control and be the CEO of your own health * Support and inspiration from other women who understand what you’re going through * Holistic Health for Hashimoto’s founded on science from a non-woo perspective If you’re ready to take control of your health and reclaim your life, then subscribe to the Health with Hashimoto’s podcast today! Find links to join our community and access the Holistic Hashimoto’s course: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/ This podcast is for information only and is not provided as medical advice.

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