Welcome to **Quick Hits: Hypothyroidism**. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you’ll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you’ll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below.

In this episode, Dr. Eric Balcavage and I discuss the root causes of hypothyroidism. We explore questions such as: What is cellular hypothyroidism and how do we treat it? Why might both the conventional and functional medicine communities be viewing hypothyroidism incorrectly? Is there a place for medication? What can cause cellular danger? This episode is filled with information, so be sure to grab a paper and pen to take notes while you listen.

Dr. Eric Balcavage is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Board Certified in Integrative Medicine. He is also a licensed Chiropractor in Pennsylvania. Over the years, Dr. Balcavage has studied under and consulted with several experts in Functional Medicine, including renowned thyroid expert Dr. Datis Kharrazian and methylation expert Dr. Ben Lynch. He trains and consults with hundreds of doctors on topics such as thyroid physiology, GI physiology, organic acid testing, and methylation. Additionally, he lectures locally and across the country on various health conditions.

Listen to the full episode here.