Your thyroid affects your entire body
Your thyroid gland regulates your metabolism, energy production, body temperature, weight, mood, hair growth, digestion, and hormonal balance. Even mild thyroid dysfunction can have widespread effects that significantly impact your quality of life.
Many people with thyroid symptoms are told their blood tests are "normal" — but still feel unwell. Naturopathic assessment often reveals subclinical patterns that can be addressed with targeted treatment.
What I work with
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune thyroid)
- Subclinical hypothyroidism
- Thyroid-related fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and mood changes
- Post-pregnancy thyroid dysfunction
- Thyroid support alongside conventional medication
My approach to thyroid health
Comprehensive assessment
Standard thyroid screening often only tests TSH. I look at the full thyroid picture — including T4, T3, reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies — to understand what's really happening. I also assess nutrients essential for thyroid function, including iodine, selenium, zinc, iron, and vitamin D.
Nutritional support
Specific nutrients are critical for thyroid hormone production and conversion. Deficiencies in selenium, zinc, iodine, iron, and tyrosine can impair thyroid function even when medication is being taken. I identify and correct these gaps.
Autoimmune management
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. Managing Hashimoto's involves addressing gut health (where much of the immune system resides), reducing systemic inflammation, identifying food triggers, and supporting immune regulation.
Working with your medication
If you are taking thyroid medication (thyroxine), naturopathic treatment is designed to support — not replace — your prescribed treatment. Many clients find that addressing nutritional gaps and gut health alongside medication leads to better symptom management and improved wellbeing.
Thyroid, weight, and energy
If you've been struggling with weight gain, fatigue, or low mood despite "doing everything right," thyroid function is worth investigating thoroughly. Even subclinical thyroid imbalance can significantly affect metabolism and energy. I assess thyroid health as part of my approach to weight management and energy and mood concerns.