In this episode of What I Wish I Knew, Irene Ortiz-Glass talks to Jennifer Foege, a certified women's holistic hormone specialist, about the power of the thyroid and cellular metabolism. Jennifer discusses the importance of the thyroid gland, the hormones it produces, and how it affects every cell in our body.

Key discussion points include:

- The thyroid controls the cellular metabolism of every single cell in the body. This means that every cell relies on your thyroid, which can lead to a variety of symptoms if the thyroid is underactive or hypothyroid.

- The importance of testing for TSH, T4, T3, and reverse T3 to get a complete picture of thyroid function.

- The role of estrogen and progesterone in thyroid function. Increased estrogen can bind to thyroid hormones, preventing them from converting to their active form, T3. Progesterone helps T3 enter cells.

- The impact of stress on thyroid function. Stress can cause the body to convert T3 into reverse T3, an inactive form of the hormone, slowing down metabolism.

- The importance of proper nutrition and supplements to support thyroid health. Key nutrients include zinc, selenium, iodine, and L-tyrosine.

- The role of the thyroid in weight control. A sluggish thyroid can slow down metabolism, leading to weight gain.

Jennifer also shares her personal journey with hormonal health and offers advice on how to manage thyroid health naturally through diet, lifestyle changes, and supplements.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the critical role of the thyroid in overall health, particularly during the menopause transition.

Find out more about Mira:
https://www.miracare.com/menopause/

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