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Thyroid StrongAuthor: Emily Kiberd
Let me guess, you have questions about your Hashimotos diagnosis and are wondering how to finally feel better in your body living with an autoimmune condition. Thyroid Strong shines a light into today's health and wellness trends and debunks the myths surrounding nutrition and exercise with sound science to deliver actionable tips for you to use every day living with Hashimoto's. Follow your host, Dr. Emily Kiberd, Chiropractor and movement expert, as she interviews industry leaders on their simple and effective strategies to live a healthy, empowered life with Hashimotos. Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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From Hashimoto’s Fatigue to 40 Pounds Down: Donna’s Customized Healing Journey
Episode 226
Thursday, 19 March, 2026
What if your weight loss resistance wasn’t about willpower… but about what’s being missed?In this episode of the Thyroid Strong Podcast, Dr. Emily Kiberd sits down with her client Donna, who shares her powerful six-month transformation after years of feeling stuck, inflamed, and exhausted.Donna wasn’t just dealing with Hashimoto’s.Her case included a layered history of Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, systemic yeast overgrowth, mold sensitivity—and even a recent concussion that required her entire fitness approach to be modified.And yet… she still lost nearly 40 pounds.This is what happens when you stop guessing—and start addressing the root cause.In This Episode, We Cover:Why “eat less, move more” failed Donna for yearsThe hidden root causes keeping weight stuck (including parasites)How high eosinophils can point to deeper immune activation and a parasitic infectionThe exact shifts that helped her go from 220 → 181 poundsHow to rebuild strength when your body can’t tolerate intense workoutsWhy microdosing movement (instead of long workouts) can be a game-changerThe role of sleep, hydration, and macros in thyroid-friendly fat lossHow personalized coaching (not cookie-cutter plans) accelerates resultsKey TakeawaysDonna’s success wasn’t about doing more.It was about doing what actually worked for her body.Her protocol included:Customized macros + consistent food loggingIncreased daily water intakeEarlier bedtime (10 PM) to support recovery + hormonesGradual walking progression up to 45 minutesStrength “microdosing” throughout the day using phone alarmsWhen her labs revealed elevated eosinophils, we dug deeper—and uncovered two underlying parasites contributing to inflammation and weight retention.Once addressed, everything started to shift.00:00 Welcome and why Donna’s Hashi story might sound like yours00:39 Years of chronic illness and burnout01:50 Deciding to invest in herself02:53 Starting point and weight loss goal03:44 Concussion-friendly fitness strategy05:24 Sleep and walking habits that stuck06:19 Macros tracking and hydration basics07:13 Parasite clue and deeper testing08:59 Commitment and paying for tests09:55 Closet wins and daily life changes11:49 Family ripple effects and support12:24 Program structure and extra calls12:46 Coaching Access and Support14:04 Accountability Without Shame14:49 Biggest Wins and Macros15:49 Locking In for Life17:36 Payment Options and Testing20:32 Supplements Made Simple21:55 Handling Stress and Self-Priority23:49 Final Encouragement and Wrap UpWhat Makes This Story DifferentThis wasn’t a perfect, linear journey.Donna navigated:A concussion recoveryWinter setbacksFluctuating energy levelsBut with ongoing support—including text access and additional coaching calls—she stayed consistent, adjusted when needed, and built momentum.Now, she’s not just lighter—she’s stronger, more mobile, and confident in maintaining her results.If You Feel Stuck…If you’ve been told your labs are “normal”…If you’re doing everything right but not seeing results…If your body feels inflamed, fatigued, and resistant…This episode will show you what’s possible when you finally address the full picture and look at Hashimoto’s from a root cause approach.Ready for Your Own Transformation?If you’re ready to stop guessing and get a personalized plan built for your body:👉 Apply for 1:1 Functional Medicine Coaching:https://www.dremilykiberd.com/functional-health-coaching/👉 Want to figure out what’s driving your Hashi symptoms? Sign up for our Hashi Symptom Audithttps://l.bttr.to/zD2Uu👉 Or get custom workouts + macros inside Thyroid Strong Elite:https://www.dremilykiberd.com/elite/
