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Thoughts on timing of lab draw for thyroid testing, since there seems to be a diurnal pattern associated with it. Is there a specific time of day you like to see the lab drawn?

A similar question from Trevor. “Thoughts on timing of lab draw for thyroid testing, since there seems to be a...

Immune system classification: Th1 cell-mediated versus Th2 humoral immunity bearing in mind the big picture—gluten intolerance, low vitamin D, blood sugar dysregulation, etc., can speak to autoimmune problems, Hashimoto’s and if you test to look for Th1 or Th2 dominance.

Chris Kresser: I don’t. I think that whole idea of Th1 and Th2 dominance has been kind of debunked at...

What would you consider four recommendations and/or underlying causes of a free T3 at 9.1? All of the thyroid markers are within normal limits.

Amy Nett: Next question: Kyle asks, “What would you consider four recommendations and/or underlying causes of a free T3 at...

Can you talk about hyperthyroidism and how I look at this functionally? I have a few patients that have had a history of this and [it] was treated surgically. How do you view this and, if they have had their [thyroid gland] removed, think about hormonal balance?

Chris Kresser: Okay, question from Trevor: “Can you talk about hyperthyroidism and how I look at this functionally? I have...

What about high vitamin D? Can it be a sign of [a] thyroid issue or usually over-supplementation?

Chris Kresser: All right. Amy asks, “What about high vitamin D? Can it be a sign of [a] thyroid issue...

I have a patient, [a] 42-year-old female, [with a] history of colorectal cancer, rectal resection, ileostomy reversal in 2017, fatigue, weight loss, and food intolerance. Cyrex 3, 4, and 10 [were] all pretty normal. Moderate microscopic yeast [was found] on Doctor’s Data, which they’re working on.

Chris Kresser: Okay. On the live call is Kyle, “First, thanks so much for this course and your work.” You’re...

Speaking of thyroid, my patient’s TSH is normal, but T3 and T4 are low. Can you explain this a bit? I read one of your articles, but would love to hear it live.

Chris Kresser: Okay. Amanda said, “Speaking of thyroid, my patient’s TSH is normal, but T3 and T4 are low. Can...

Would a simple addition of Brazil nuts in the diet be helpful?

Chris Kresser: Amanda [has] a follow-up question for the thyroid, I think. “Would a simple addition of Brazil nuts in...

What would be your criteria for a patient who wants to begin decreasing or getting off thyroid hormone replacement?

Amy Nett: Carol [asks], “What would be your criteria for a patient who wants to begin decreasing or getting off...
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