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Thyroid Healthy Bites
Hosted by Hypothyroid Chef · EN
Welcome Thyroid-Healthy Bites, a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to helping you EAT WELL, LIVE WELL, and FEEL WELL. I’m Ginny Mahar, a Functional Medicine Health Coach, Cordon Bleu Chef, and YOUR thyroid health and cooking coach. If you’re ready to get inspired, informed, and empowered with thyroid-friendly food and lifestyle topics, expert interviews, and tales from the healing journey, you’re in the right place, friend. Let's dig in!
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The 5 Thyroid Types Explained with Inna Topiler, CNS - Ep. 92
Oct 801:07:39Tap to summarizeConfused by your thyroid labs, or why you still feel unwell despite “normal” results? In this episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I’m joined by Inna Topiler, CNS, board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of Thyroid Mystery Solved. We unpack the 5 thyroid types, how to look beyond TSH, key Hashimoto’s triggers, and simple nutrition strategies to help you thrive. You’ll also learn about Reverse T3, antibodies, and how to support bone health without dairy. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism or have been managing Hashimoto’s for years, this conversation is packed with practical insights to help you better understand your thyroid and take steps toward thriving. Learn more about Inna Topiler, CNS: Website: https://innatopiler.com ThyroLove Supplement: https://thyrolove.com Weight Loss Jumpstart Course: https://innatopiler.com/jumpstart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innatopiler 🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership 💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers! Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.
Transcribe →🎉 SPECIAL: Introducing The THYROID30 Cookbook!
Sep 2500:17:01Tap to summarizeBig news, Thrivers: My very first cookbook is finally here! Inside The THYROID30® Cookbook, you’ll find 100 thyroid-friendly recipes plus three complete 30-day meal plans to restore your energy and help you thrive. Tune in for the inside scoop on what’s in store and how this book can support your healing journey. Pre-Order Your Copy Today! - https://geni.us/Thyroid30 Join the Thrivers Club and start your THYROID30 TODAY! - https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership
Transcribe →The Healing Power of Colorful Plant Foods with Dr. Deanna Minich - Ep. 91
Sep 1101:09:00Tap to summarizeIn this inspiring episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, we explore how color can be a joyful, practical pathway to nourishment, energy, and thriving. 🌈 My guest, Dr. Deanna Minich—a nutrition scientist, educator, and author—shares the evidence behind colorful plant foods, how they support energy, hormones, and thyroid-friendly eating, and why shifting from restriction to curiosity helps make healthy habits stick. You’ll learn: What phytonutrients do beyond “antioxidants” and how food color maps to body systems (immune, endocrine, gut, vascular, brain) Why the thyroid is an environmental “sentinel,” plus the adrenal–thyroid–gut connection Four pillars in Dr. Minich’s rainbow framework: Color, Creativity, Diversity, Rhythm Three simple ways to get started today How to “uplevel” your favorite comfort foods for better nutrition and energy About My Guest: Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD, is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, and author with 20+ years in academia and the food/supplement industries. She is the Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, and is a functional medicine clinician and educator. 🌐 Find Dr. Deanna Minich at https://deannaminich.com/ 📖 The Rainbow Diet (new full-color edition): https://amzn.to/488phla 🛒 Free Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 🦋 Learn more about the Thrivers Club: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership 💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers! Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.
Transcribe →3 Experts, 3 Opinions on Soy and Your Thyroid - Ep. 90
Aug 2800:29:27Tap to summarizeSoy is one of the most debated foods in the thyroid world. For years, the common advice was simple: “Avoid soy if you have thyroid issues.” But more recently, experts have been revisiting that recommendation, asking: Is it really that cut and dry? In this mashup episode of Thyroid-Healthy Bites, I bring you three trusted thyroid voices with very different perspectives: Dr. Izabella Wentz shares why many Hashimoto’s patients do better limiting soy, at least in the beginning. Dr. Alan Christianson explains why his deep dive into the research didn’t support a blanket recommendation to avoid soy. Mary Shomon offers a practical middle ground, sharing best (and worst) choices around soy. Together, we explore: Do thyroid patients really need to avoid soy 100% of the time? If not, which forms of soy are best? How can we weigh soy’s potential benefits against its possible drawbacks? Plus, I’ll share my own approach as a thyroid health coach and chef. 🦋 Need more support? Join the Thrivers Club here 👉 www.hypothyroidchef.com/membership 🛒 FREE Thyroid-Friendly Grocery Guide: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/grocery 💫 Subscribe & Review: If you've been enjoying The Thyroid-Healthy Bites Podcast, please subscribe, follow, or leave a review. Your support means the world and helps this show reach more Thyroid Thrivers! Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, treatment, or health practices.
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