Hey — happy International Podcast Day! I did a quick, fun episode sharing weird and wonderful podcast stats (did you know "podcast" comes from iPod + broadcast?), plus a peek at Health with Hashimoto's numbers — 127 countries and 116,900 downloads. Wild, right?

If you’re listening, I’d love to know where you tune in from and how you listen (1x, 1.5x, 2x?). Slide into my DMs @health.with.hashimotos or comment in our Skool community: Health with Hashimoto's.

Support the show: Drop a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, stars on Spotify, or a quick review on Audible—it makes a huge difference.

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed scrolling through endless Hashimoto’s advice on social media? With so many influencers claiming to have the perfect solution, it’s hard to know who to trust. This episode of Health with Hashimoto’s will help you cut through the noise so you can feel confident about the information you follow.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why one-size-fits-all advice is a red flag for your health

• How to recognize when credentials and training really matter

• What to look for in a program that puts you at the center of your healing journey

Press play to learn how to find trustworthy Hashimoto’s advice and take your next step with clarity.

Join the Holistic Hashimoto's Program today:

https://healthwithhashimotos.com/holistic-hashimotos-course/

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Feeling overwhelmed by this tough month? You’re not alone. The constant flood of heavy news and social media can weigh on your heart and worsen Hashimoto’s symptoms. This episode is for you—because I care about how you’re doing and want to help you find peace.

Stress hits hard when you’re living with an autoimmune condition like Hashimoto’s. It can zap your energy and make brain fog worse. But there are ways to manage it, and I’m sharing practical tools to help you feel like yourself again.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why recent events and social media are making stress worse for your autoimmune health.

• How to use simple apps to cut down screen time and calm your mind.

• One powerful way to find peace, even when the world feels chaotic.

Ready to feel supported and find calm amidst the storm? Hit play now to listen to Health with Hashimoto’s and discover practical steps to ease stress and support your health.

Managing autoimmune health stress is possible with the right tools. Let’s take this step together.

Get Abide for free for 30 days: https://abide.com/ref/hashimotospodcast

Two articles referenced in the episode:

Stress Triggers Autoimmune Diseases: Fact or Fiction?

How Social Media Affects Mental Health in All Ages

Stress Episodes on Health with Hashimoto's

007: Stress, your thyroid, and Hashimoto's

008: 5 Tips for the Busy Woman to Reduce and Manage Stress

024: Your adrenal glands, chronic stress, and Hashimoto's autoimmune disease

034: Halt the Damage Caused by Stress

036: Using Art to De-Stress

040: Spiritual Stress, Inflammation, and Autoimmune Diseases like Hashimoto’s

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Have you ever wondered why your gut, skin, and thyroid all seem to flare up at the same time?

For women with Hashimoto’s, symptoms don’t happen in isolation. Skin breakouts, digestive issues, and thyroid struggles are all connected—and ignoring one can keep you stuck in a cycle of frustration.

In this episode, I sit down with Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Alissabeth Taylor to talk about the powerful connection between gut, skin, and thyroid health in autoimmune conditions. Her personal story and practical insights will encourage you to look beyond quick fixes and start uncovering the real root causes.

Here’s what you’ll learn when you listen:

• Why stress in all its forms—emotional, physical, and environmental—affects your thyroid.

• How gut health plays a major role in skin issues and Hashimoto’s symptoms.

• Simple first steps you can take to start supporting your body while you wait for testing or deeper answers.

This conversation is full of clarity, encouragement, and practical takeaways. Press play now to discover how your gut, skin, and thyroid are all connected.

Connect with Alissabeth: www.alissabethtaylorwellness.com

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Do you ever feel so overwhelmed by health advice that you don’t know where to start? If you’re managing Hashimoto’s, the endless options can leave you stuck. This episode is for you—women who want to feel like themselves again without stress or confusion.

I get it—life is busy, and sorting through health tips feels like a full-time job. That’s why I created the Simple Habits Program, a 12-week text-based journey to help you make small, sustainable changes that add up to big results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why overwhelm is a common struggle for women with Hashimoto’s.

• How small, simple habits can transform autoimmune health.

• The power of personalized support to keep you consistent.

Ready to take control of your health without the stress? Join the Simple Habits Program today.

Join the Simple Habits Program:

https://healthwithhashimotos.com/simple-habits-program-2025/

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Struggling with bone-weary fatigue that just won’t quit? If you have Hashimoto’s, blue light from your phone or computer could be sabotaging your sleep. In this 10-minute episode of the Hashimoto’s Health Lab summer series, I share a simple tool to fight fatigue and help you wake up refreshed. As a registered nurse supporting women with Hashimoto’s, I make it easy to understand how blue light affects you and what you can do about it.

You’ll learn:

• How blue light disrupts your sleep and fuels Hashimoto’s fatigue.
• A “good, better, best” strategy to block blue light for better rest.
• Practical tips to improve sleep quality and boost your energy.

Ready to tackle fatigue? Hit play now to discover this blue light tool for Hashimoto’s fatigue and start sleeping better tonight.

Quick heads-up on natural desiccated thyroid: the FDA review could affect access, and there are two petitions below if you want to help protect treatment choices — check them out and sign if you can.

Ask the FDA to Allow the Use of Desiccated Thyroid Medication: https://www.change.org/p/ask-the-fda-to-allow-the-use-of-desiccated-thyroid-medication Petition Against FDA's Claims on Desiccated Thyroid: https://www.change.org/p/we-as-thyroid-patients-do-not-agree-with-the-fda-false-claims-against-desiccated-thyroid

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Today, we’re diving into a tool so powerful and fast, it feels like magic—but it’s all science! Imagine supercharging your energy, reducing oxidative stress, and improving your gut health, all in under a minute a day. If you’re battling Hashimoto’s symptoms like low energy or weight struggles, this episode of the Health with Hashimoto’s podcast introduces three simple products that spark a wellness revolution by targeting root causes like genetics and gut health.

In this 10-minute episode, you’ll discover:

• How three products reduce oxidative stress by 40% in 30 days.
• Why healthy mitochondria can boost your energy at the cellular level.
• How to naturally increase GLP-1 production to curb cravings and support your gut.

Ready to transform your health? Hit play to explore these superstar wellness tools now!

Healthy Weight Stack: https://estheryunkin.lifevantage.com/us-en/shop/healthy-weight-stack

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Could something as simple as a cup of tea transform your health with Hashimoto’s? In this episode of the Health with Hashimoto’s podcast, we explore the power of herbal teas as a natural tool to manage autoimmune symptoms. If you’re tired of feeling drained or battling inflammation, this episode offers practical, gentle solutions you can easily add to your daily routine. Herbal teas for Hashimoto’s health are more than just a soothing drink—they’re a step toward feeling better.

You’ll discover:

• Which herbal teas can reduce inflammation and boost energy.

• How to choose the right tea for your symptoms and taste preferences.

• Simple tips to make herbal teas a sustainable part of your Hashimoto’s health journey.

Ready to sip your way to better health? Play the episode now to learn how herbal teas can support your Hashimoto’s naturally.

Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/

ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER:

The Health with Hashimoto’s podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.