532. The Silent Epidemic That's NOT in the NEWS

532. The Silent Epidemic That's NOT in the NEWS

Author: Dr. Amie Hornaman June 10, 2025 Duration: 29:56
I’m pulling back the curtain on “the silent epidemic” that your doctors (and the nightly news) are avoiding like the plague: undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, and downright dismissed thyroid dysfunction. With over 20 million Americans on thyroid meds (and millions more suffering in silence), I lay out exactly why being foggy, fat, and fatigued isn’t “just getting older”, it’s your body whispering (and then screaming) for help. We get into the medical gaslighting that keeps you trapped in a body that doesn’t feel like your own, debunk why “normal labs” mean nothing, and why that 2 pm energy crash and sudden hair loss are NOT about willpower or Red Bulls. I’m getting real about the failures of cookie cutter medicine and the dangers of those "one size fits all" telehealth clinics. Your thyroid deserves more than being funneled through an algorithm! You’ll hear why early and optimal testing are game-changers (hint: TSH is NOT a thyroid hormone), how untreated thyroid issues can spiral into diabetes, infertility, and even cognitive decline, and why no amount of green smoothies or meditation will magically replenish depleted T3. If you’re ready to turn whispers into answers, demand real help, and reclaim your energy, this eye-opening episode is your first step out of thyroid limbo. Tune in because living with thyroid dysfunction is NOT your new normal! WHAT DO MY LABS MEAN?! Try the ultimate tool to Decode Your Labs: Understand your thyroid, hormones, and blood sugar numbers to transform your health https://dramie.com/labs/ We prescribe to all 50 states!  When you’re ready to FINALLY get the help you deserve… Book a free application call: https://dramie.com/book-a-call/ Shop ALL of Dr. Amie's Fixxr® Supplements: https://betterlifedoctor.com/ EARN CE Credits: "Nurses, hold-on  – here comes the exciting part: you can earn nursing CE credits by listening to our podcasts! That’s right—RNegade has teamed up with podcast hosts like me who are delivering amazing content that doesn’t limit you to “thinking outside-the box,” it challenges you to BLOW-UP the box by learning from innovators, pioneers, and RENEGADES in the field of health and medicine WHILE EARNING YOUR CEs!” https://rnegade.thinkific.com/?ref=4d98d0 RATE, REVIEW AND FOLLOW ON APPLE PODCASTS If you made it this far I’m impressed! That means you really love the show and I love you for that!  So I’m going to ask you for a favor. Would you please leave a quick review or even 5⭐️. I DO read them and can’t tell you how much I appreciate it! Thank you in advance!❤️  Just click here it’s quick and easy : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thyroid-fixer/id1529800263,  Ok ONE MORE favor…would you please subscribe and follow the show? This is a win-win! It tells the podcast powers that be that you like The Thyroid Fixer Podcast AND it lets you catch all the new episodes that come out every week. Follow with this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thyroid-fixer/id1529800263 and never miss out on a moment of the journey! CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Want to get your labs reviewed and your questions answered LIVE by me? Join my exclusive Facebook group, Just Fix Your Thyroid – a supportive and empowering community designed to give you the tools, guidance, and HOPE you need on your thyroid and hormone journey. 👉 Click here to join: Just Fix Your Thyroid Facebook Group Other cool places to connect: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/dramiehornaman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/

Struggling with unexplained fatigue, stubborn weight gain, or mental fog can feel isolating, especially when standard answers don't seem to help. The Thyroid (and Hormone) Fixer Podcast: Thyropause, Menopause, Metabolism and How to Fix It digs into the complex hormonal shifts behind these common frustrations. Host Dr. Amie Hornaman, a Functional Medicine doctor with a unique background as a fitness model, guides conversations that bridge the gap between clinical understanding and real-world application. Her own journey through a series of misdiagnoses informs a deeply empathetic approach. Each episode moves beyond simply naming problems like thyropause or menopause, focusing instead on actionable strategies for metabolic health and overall well-being. You'll hear discussions that blend medical insight with practical lifestyle adjustments, all aimed at moving from feeling broken to finding sustainable solutions. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a foundational understanding of how your body's systems interact. Tune into this podcast for a direct, compassionate resource that feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who's genuinely invested in your path to reclaiming energy and vitality.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

The Thyroid (and Hormone) Fixer Podcast: Thyropause, Menopause, Metabolism and How to Fix It
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584. Don't Blame Your Hair Loss on JUST Your Thyroid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:06
Why are you still losing hair even after fixing your thyroid? I'm getting real about hair loss and why blaming it all on your thyroid might be keeping you from finding the actual solution. I break down the most common ca…
581. How to Lose 9 lbs in 28 Days [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:05
Let’s dive into the often-overlooked thyroid hormone, T2, which I lovingly call the forgotten thyroid hormone. In this episode, I’m shining the spotlight on T2 because it's time this powerhouse gets the recognition it de…
580. Uncurable diseases and tough cases. Is there ANY hope? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:26
Why do some people defy every medical prediction while others are told there’s no hope? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aaron Hartman to explore what really happens when you refuse to accept the word uncurable. We d…
579. GLPs Are a Waste of Money...If You're Not Doing This [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:33
Are you wasting your money on GLP-1s like Ozempic or Mounjaro? In this episode, I’m breaking down why these popular weight loss drugs often don’t work and what absolutely has to be optimized first for them to actually do…
577. Tired, Foggy, Aging Fast - Let’s Talk NAD! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:26
You’ve heard the buzz in the biohacking world… but what does NAD actually do in your body? Are your cells equipped to handle stress — or are they silently aging faster than you think? In this episode, I’m diving into the…