Hormone-Healthy Eating with Dr. Alan Christianson
Hormonal imbalance can really throw us for a loop! And the symptoms of hormonal imbalance overlap with many thyroid-related symptoms - the thyroid is part of our hormonal system, after all! So, how can we support our hormonal balance and help address common hormone-related symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, insomnia, and excess weight... with FOOD? That's what we're going to discuss in this episode of the Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast with my special guest, Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD.
Dr. Christianson is a Board Certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on thyroid care, so we’re talking to someone who is very much a thyroid specialist today. He is a New York Times bestselling author whose most recent title is The Hormone Healing Cookbook: 80+ Recipes to Balance Hormones, and Treat Fatigue, Brain Fog, Insomnia, and More.
We'll be talking about and taking a peek inside the book, and exploring the role food can play in helping us balance our hormones, and relieving some of these common symptoms.
In this episode we'll discuss:
- Dr. C's personal journey that inspired him to become a doctor and author
- The most common hormone-related symptoms
- How to eat for hormone health
- The importance of protein
- Superstar foods for hormonal balance
- Dr. C's surprising discoveries about soy for thyroid patients
- Our favorite cooking techniques for making real food recipes real life-friendly
I've interviewed Dr. C several times, and I always learn something surprising and new from him. Plus, it's always fun to talk to a fellow cook and food lover. His recipes are gorgeous and absolutely mouthwatering. I think you're going to love this show!
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Disclaimer: This information is for educational and inspirational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare providers before making changes to your diet, health care, or exercise regimen.
Show Notes:
- The Hormone Healing Cookbook
- Dr. Christianson's Website
- Download my FREE Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide
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About Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD
Alan Christianson is a Naturopathic Endocrinologist with a focus on thyroid disease. Dr. Christianson was a member of the premier class of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM). He has been actively practicing since 1996 and is the founding physician behind Integrative Health. He is a New York Times bestselling author whose titles include The Metabolism Reset Diet, The Thyroid Reset Diet, and his most recent title, The Hormone Healing Cookbook.
Dr. Christianson is the founding president of the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and is the founding co-president of the American College of Thyroidology. He has trained physicians internationally on the management of autoimmune thyroid disease. He frequently appears on national TV shows like Dr. Oz, The Doctors, The Today Show, and CNN, as well as print media like Shape Magazine, Women’s World, and Natural Health. Dr. Christianson resides in Minnesota and Arizona with his wife Kirin.
Happy thriving, and enjoy the episode!
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