Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Recorded: 4-19-2024
SHOW NOTES EPISODE 30
GLP-1 DRUGS
Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Co-host: Dawn Sheffield
I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for
this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an
easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive.
My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.
I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage.
That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health.
That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they
encompass.
Here’s some of what we covered, not necessarily in this order:

 What is GLP-1? What does it do? How does our body make it?
 What are the class of meds called GLP-1 agonists?
 Who may be a good candidate for GLP-1s?
 Who is not a good candidate for GLP-1s?
 What are the potential benefits and risks of these medications?
 And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon. For information on the
related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com
or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has
modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses.
Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com
Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the
city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input
as necessary. Please stay in touch and send us your questions! Check out the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our
YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The topic of our next episode—number 31--
has yet to be determined.
Citations, references, additional information:
Mazza A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Available now on Amazon.
Wassilios G, et al. Trial of lixisenatide in early Parksinson’s disease. NEJM 2024;390:1176-1185.
Zhang, Sarah. “The Science Behind Ozempic Was Wrong.” The Atlantic. March 5, 2024.
Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant for
educational purposes only.
Copyright 2024 Dr. Angela Mazza DO. Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO. All rights reserved.

Check out our YouTube channel - Dr. Angela Mazza, our website at Metabolic Center for Wellness, our FaceBook and our Instagram page.

Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: 3-8-2024

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 29

Hyperthyroid and Graves’ disease:

Interview with Dr. Eric Osansky, DC

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.

I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

Here’s some of what we covered, not necessarily in this order:

· What is Graves’ disease and how is it diagnosed?;

· Functional medicine, defined;

· What is meant by the term, “anti-thyroid” medication?;

· Don’t try to self-diagnose or self-treat--that can have severe consequences;

· The roles played by leaky gut, stress, and the immune system in Graves’ disease;

· Find health-care professionals to guide you to a correct diagnosis and treatment plan;

· Conventional treatments, functional medicine, and possible treatment options for some patients;

· And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check out the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The topic of our next episode—number 30--is the class of medications known as GLP-1 drugs, used for both diabetes and weight loss. What are they? How do they work? Please send us your questions!

Citations, references, additional information:

Dr. Osansky's links:

www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com

Check out our YouTube channel - Dr. Angela Mazza, our website at Metabolic Center for Wellness, our FaceBook and our Instagram page.

Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: February 4, 2024

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 28

PCOS, Menopause, Hormone Replacement

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.

I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

In this episode we interviewed Felice Gersh, MD. Here’s some of what we covered, not necessarily in this order:

· What is PCOS--Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

· How is it diagnosed?

· Is there more thyroid dysfunction in women with PCOS?

· Misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy;

· The stages of menopause;

· What role insulin resistance plays in PCOS;

· And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, visit the Wellness Store: metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check out the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The topic of our next episode—number 29--is being determined!

Citations, references, additional information:

Medical Practice Webpage
Integrative Medical Group of Irvine https://integrativemgi.com

Social Media
Instagram @dr.felicegersh https://www.instagram.com/dr.felicegersh/

Facebook @felicegershmd https://www.facebook.com/felicegershmd/

LinkedIn @felicgershmd https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicegersh

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: February 4, 2024

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 27
Leaky Gut Part 3--Listener Requested!
Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions.

By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best. I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

To recap just some of what we covered in this episode, not necessarily in this order:

• Causes of leaky gut and dysbiosis
• Leaky gut and various thyroid issues;
• The crucial role of the gut microbiome to life
• Infections of the gut;
• How we can help to heal Leaky Gut;
• Our previous leaky gut episodes, for reference: see episode 8 and 9;

And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is now available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses.

Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, please visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check me out on YouTube; the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

Our next episode—number 28--will be on PCOS, menopause, and hormone replacement misconceptions. We’ll interview Felice Gersh, MD.

Citations, references, additional information:

Mazza A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Copyright  2023. Available on Amazon.

Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

Copyright 2024 Dr. Angela Mazza DO. Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO. All rights reserved.

Check out our YouTube channel - Dr. Angela Mazza, our website at Metabolic Center for Wellness, our FaceBook and our Instagram page.

Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: January 12, 2024

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 26

Thyroid Cancer

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.

I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

To recap just some of what we covered in this episode, not necessarily in this order:

· What are the types of thyroid cancer?

· How is thyroid cancer diagnosed?

· What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?

· Cure rates are good but early detection is important.

· And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is now available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, please go to thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, please visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check out our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Our next episode—number 27—will be on listener-requested Leaky Gut, Part 3.

Citations, references, additional information:

American Thyroid Association. Thyroid Cancer FAQ. Copyright Ó 2014 the American Thyroid Association. www.thyroid.org.

Mazza A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Copyright Ó 2023. Available now on Amazon.

Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

Copyright 2024 Dr. Angela Mazza DO. Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO. All rights reserved

Check out our YouTube channel - Dr. Angela Mazza, our website at Metabolic Center for Wellness, our FaceBook and our Instagram page.

Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: December 1, 2023

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 25

Listener Questions!

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.

I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

To recap just some of what we covered in this episode, not necessarily in this order:

· The commonality between Hashimoto thyroiditis and Graves disease;

· Review of leaky gut’s relationship to autoimmune thyroid disease;

· Is there a relationship between hypothyroidism and thyroid cancer?

· Genetic risk factor for thyroid cancer;

· What is “subclinical hypothyroidism” and should it be treated?

· How “smart scales” work and what they measure;

· And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is now available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, please go to birthabook.com/drmazza. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar will coordinate with the online master class. The master class will have modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, please visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check us out on YouTube channel; the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Part 3 on Leaky Gut is coming soon! Our next episode—number 26—will cover thyroid cancer.

Citations, references, additional information:

Mazza A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Available now on Amazon.

Don’t forget to ask your healthcare provider about any specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.

Copyright 2023 Dr. Angela Mazza DO. Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO. All rights

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Recorded: November 10, 2023
SHOW NOTES EPISODE 24
Food Categories and Inflammation
Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO
Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand
the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best. I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. That’s why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

To recap just some of what we covered in this episode, not necessarily in this order:

• Unprocessed, processed, and ULTRA-processed foods, defined;
• Making healthy food decisions;
• The NOVA food classification system;
• The dreaded Leaky Gut connection;
• Metabolism, weight, and health effects of food choices;
• And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

Dr. Mazza’s book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Endocrinologist’s Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health is now available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and an online master course, go to birthabook.com/drmazza. Regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, please visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com. Send your comments, show ideas, and questions for future episodes to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch!
Check us out on YouTube, the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Our next episode—number 25—will cover both local and international listeners’ questions, comments, and suggestions! PS: Part 3 on Leaky Gut coming soon, too! Listeners can’t get enough!

Citations, references, additional information for SHOW NOTES:

Montiero CA, Cannon G, Levy RB et al. NOVA. The star shines bright. World Nutrition 2016;7, 1-3, 28-38.

Hall KD, et al. Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake. Cell Metab. 2019 Jul 2;30(1):67-77.e3.

Healthline.com “What’s the Difference Between Processed and Ultra-Processed Food?” Medically reviewed by Sade Meeks, MS, RD Nutrition -- By Sarah Garone -- Updated on May 8, 2023.

Mazza A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Endocrinologist’s Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Now available; please look for it on Amazon.

Shi Z. Gut Microbiota: An Important Link between Western Diet and Chronic Diseases. Nutrients. 2019 Sep 24;11(10):2287. doi: 10.3390/nu11102287. PMID: 31554269; PMCID: PMC6835660.

Zhang J, et al. Ultra-processed food consumption

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Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Recorded: Oct. 6, 2023 & Oct. 12, 2023

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 23

RFA & Exclusive Interview of Jennifer Holkem

Host: Dr. Angela Mazza, DO

Co-host: Dawn Sheffield

I’m Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. My goal is to help us live more fulfilling lives by taking control of our health, to feel our best.

I do this podcast to provide life-saving education and encourage patients to see a doctor in time to prevent or minimize damage. That’s deeply fulfilling. I enjoy helping folks understand how all aspects of their lives are tied to both thyroid and overall health. In fact, this is why I went into endocrinology. It’s a medical art that combines science with the study of our lives—and all that they encompass.

To recap just some of what we covered in this episode, not necessarily in this order:

· Today’s show was a world-wide exclusive: the first interview of Jennifer Holkem;

· Jen’s mission: to educate patients AND providers re: non-surgical options for thyroid nodules;

· Why having safe, effective alternatives to thyroid removal is great for many patients;

· Jen’s dramatic thyroid journey and why she chose RFA for herself;

· Jen’s podcast, her non-profit, links, citations, and other helpful info streams: see below;

· And best of all, we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!

Dr. Mazza’s book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health is now available on Amazon. As a bonus, there is an online master course related to the book, to help guide you to optimal thyroid health. For information on being part of the book launch team, and for the chance to write a review early-on, forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or our website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com

For information on supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast, please visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com

Send your comments, show ideas, and questions for future episodes to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch! Check out our YouTube channel at: Dr. Angela Mazza; the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com, as well as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Our next episode—number 24—will cover: UNprocessed, processed, and ULTRA-processed food options--and the inflammatory process.

Citations, references, additional information for SHOW NOTES:

JEN’S CITATIONS AND LINK TREE

https://linktr.ee/itsme_jenagain

Mazza A. RFA Reduces and Eliminates Thyroid Nodules without Surgery. Dec. 20, 2021. https://www.metaboliccenterforwellness.com/post/__rfa

Mazza A. (Host); 2022 M

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