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Julia Walker, RN, BSN

Clinical Nurse

Julia Walker, RN, BSN, is a clinical nurse specializing in helping patients with thyroid disorders. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Regis University in Denver and a Bachelor of Arts in the History of Medicine from the University of Colorado-Boulder. She believes managing chronic illnesses requires a balance of medical interventions and lifestyle adjustments. Her background includes caring for patients in women’s health, critical care, pediatrics, allergy, and immunology.

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How To Fix Metabolic Adaptation

Learn how this physiological mechanism may affect your weight loss goals.

Restless Leg Syndrome and Hypothyroidism

Learn the relationship between restless leg syndrome and hypothyroidism.

Can Hypothyroidism Cause Foot Pain?

Learn if foot pain could be a symptom of hypothyroidism.

Thyroid Cascade Profile Test

Learn the thyroid cascade profile test and how to analyze your results.

Hypothyroidism and High Blood Pressure

Learn the connection between hypothyroidism and high blood pressure.

When To Worry About Thyroid Nodules

Learn what to expect and when to worry if a thyroid nodule should appear.

Low Dose Naltrexone for Hypothyroidism Weight Loss

Learn how low-dose naltrexone can be used to combat your hypothyroidism weight gain.

8 Signs Of Mold Toxicity and Its Impact on Your Thyroid

Learn the eight warning signs of mold toxicity and how it can impact your thyroid.

Can Hypothyroidism Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Learn the connection between hypothyroidism and carpal tunnel syndrome.

8 Reasons Why Your Face Looks Puffy

Learn eight reasons for your facial puffiness and what you can do about it.

Postpartum Thyroiditis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Learn how you can develop, manage, and care for postpartum thyroiditis.

Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism and Gallbladder Pain

Learn how your gallbladder can be affected by Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism.

Can Thyroid Dysfunction Cause Electrolyte Imbalance?

Learn the connection between thyroid dysfunction and electrolyte imbalance and what you can do to support your health.

How To Have A Successful Pregnancy With High Blood Pressure

Learn how important your blood pressure is during pregnancy.

The Link Between SIBO and Your Thyroid

Learn how SIBO may affect your thyroid.

How To Starve Bad Gut Bacteria For Better Thyroid Health

Learn the signs of gut dysfunction and how it can impact your thyroid health.

What Is Secondary Hypothyroidism?

Learn if you have secondary hypothyroidism and how it can affect your pituitary gland and TSH levels.

Is There A Link Between IBS and Hashimoto's Disease?

Find out the interconnected relationship between your gut health and your thyroid.

What Do Different Poop Colors Mean?

Learn what your poop says about your digestive wellness.

DIM Supplementation, Benefits and Uses For Thyroid Patients

DIM is moving into the spotlight as a possible treatment option for certain hormone-related conditions. What about thyroid conditions?

Can DHEA Help With A Thyroid Condition?

DHEA levels naturally decline as we age, but they may also be lower in people with health conditions like thyroid problems...

Is Water Fasting Safe For Hypothyroidism?

We often use a variety of different fasting methods to keep their weight in check. However, certain fasting practices may not be safe

The Adrenal Cocktail: Is It Worth Trying?

Learn what an adrenal cocktail is and if it's right for thyroid patients.

Does Hypothyroidism Reduce Testosterone Levels?

Learn how hypothyroidism, the most common thyroid disease, can affect testosterone levels.

How Oxalates Impact Your Thyroid Health

Learn how these naturally-occurring compounds may affect your thyroid health.

What To Know About Red Light Therapy For Thyroid Health

Find out if this popular light therapy has benefits for people with hypothyroidism.

Does Ibuprofen Affect Thyroid Levels?

Find out if this NSAID medications interferes with your thyroid function in this article.

Does Hypothyroidism Cause Gray Hair?

Learn how thyroid hormones impact hair pigmentation in this article.

Benfotiamine Benefits And Uses For Thyroid Patients

Learn more about the benefits of this supplement, often used for diabetic neuropathy and Alzheimer's disease, for thyroid patients.

What Is An Alkaline Phosphatase Test?

Find out how alkaline phosphatase is measured and what it means for your thyroid.

What Is Adrenal Fatigue?

Find out if adrenal fatigue is real and what you can do about it in this article.

High Thyroglobulin Antibodies and Normal TPO Levels

Learn about normal levels, associated conditions, and factors that may cause elevated levels of thyroglobulin antibodies.

How To Safely Do A Sugar Detox With Hashimoto's

How to reduce your added sugar intake to improve symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease.

Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms: Should You Be Eating It?

Learn the signs of gluten sensitivity and when you want to avoid it in this article.

Why Am I Losing Weight After Thyroidectomy?

Learn how thyroid removal can impact weight loss in this article.

Does Thyroid Medication Lower Your Risk For Heart Disease?

Learn how thyroid hormone affects your cardiovascular system in this article.

What Is The Best Tea For Hypothyroidism?

Learn what impact tea may have on your thyroid symptoms and test results in this article.

What Does Melatonin Do For Hypothyroidism?

Melatonin is a hormone primarily released by the pineal gland at night. Learn how supplementing this natural hormone can help your thyroid.

Benefits Of Dry Brushing For Thyroid Symptoms

Learn how this Ayurvedic technique can help your thyroid and overall health.

What Is Tertiary Hypothyroidism?

Tertiary hypothyroidism results from a malfunction of the hypothalamus, the part of the brain that controls the endocrine system.

Why Is My Poop Green?

Learn if there is a connection between the color of your poop and thyroid function.

How To Flush Gluten Out Of Your System

Learn what to do if you experience accidental gluten exposure in this article.

Are Food Sensitivity Tests Accurate?

Learn the evidence behind food sensitivity tests if you suffer food sensitivities with a thyroid condition.

What Does The Pituitary Gland Do?

Better understand how the pituitary gland affects your thyroid function in this article.

Acupressure Mat Benefits For Hashimoto's Disease

Find out if acupressure tools can help improve symptoms of Hashimoto's in this article.

Adaptogenic Herbs and Hashimoto's Disease

Learn about the impact of stress on your thyroid and how to use adaptogenic herbs to support it.

Can You Eat Cruciferous Vegetables with Hypothyroidism?

Learn if cruciferous veggies are helpful or harmful for your thyroid health.

Should Thyroid Patients Use Topamax For Weight Loss?

Learn if this anticonvulsant medication is safe for off-label use for people with thyroid conditions.

Saccharomyces Boulardii and Hashimoto's Disease

Learn how this yeast may support your thyroid health in this article.

Is Berberine Safe To Boost Weight Loss With Hypothyroidism?

Find out if this compound is helpful for thyroid-related weight gain in this article.

Can Lyme Disease Cause Thyroid Problems?

Learn if this tick-borne disease can affect your thyroid function in this article.

Best Foods to Shrink Thyroid Nodules

Learn how to adjust your diet to help reduce the size of thyroid nodules.

Is Phentermine Safe For Weight Loss With Hypothyroidism?

Phentermine is a weight loss medication. Learn if this drug has any contraindications with your thyroid condition.

How Does CBD Affect Your Thyroid Hormones?

Learn how the popular CBD compound affects your thyroid health in this article.

Hormone Pellet Therapy Treatment for Hypothyroidism

Learn if hormone pellet therapy is safe and effective for treating hypothyroidism in this article.

Should Thyroid Patients Use Wellbutrin For Weight Loss?

Find out if this common antidepressant that helps with weight loss is safe for thyroid patients.

How A Cortisol Blocker May Affect Your Thyroid

Learn about the science behind cortisol blockers and if this class of medication is safe for your thyroid.

Can You Overdose On Vitamin B12 With A Thyroid Condition?

Find out if it's possible to get too much vitamin B12 from your vitamin supplements.

Can Myo-Inositol Improve Hashimoto's Thyroiditis?

Learn if myo-inositol may help to reduce Hashimoto's symptoms in addition to polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms.

Could PMS Make Hashimotoʼs Disease Worse?

Learn how female sex hormones can affect your thyroid gland and immune system.

Phenylalanine Benefits For Thyroid Health

Find out if supplementing the amino acid phenylalanine is necessary for thyroid health.

Is Your Thyroid Medication Gluten-Free?

Learn why gluten can be problematic for thyroid patients and how to know if its in your thyroid medication.

Why Lectin Foods Are Necessary For Your Thyroid Health

Learn why “anti-nutrient” lectins may not be as bad for your thyroid as you are led to believe.

4 Ways Conventional Deodorants May Harm Your Hormone Health

Learn why what you put on your skin matters for your thyroid hormone health.

How Your Genes Impact Your Risk Of Hypothyroidism

Learn how genes influence your thyroid function in this article.

The Link Between Hashimoto's and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Learn why people with Hashimoto's often have other autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis.

How Long After Starting Thyroid Medication to Lose Weight?

Hypothyroidism may cause weight gain. Learn the explanation and the role of thyroid medication in weight loss.

Can I Take Folic Acid With Hypothyroidism?

Learn about folic acid and its relationship to hypothyroidism—and why it may not be as straightforward as you think.

What Does A Hashimoto's Attack Feel Like?

Learn what a Hashimoto's attack feels like, why it happens, and how to take action when you have a flare-up.

Is Cricoid Cartilage The Same As Thyroid Cartilage?

Learn about the anatomy surrounding your thyroid gland in this article.

Defects In Smell and Taste With Hypothyroidism

Learn how your thyroid affects every system in your body—even your sensory organs controlling smell and taste.

Do Thyroid Patients Need A COVID-19 Booster Shot?

Find out what the new COVID-19 regulations mean for those with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

T3 Thyroid Medication: The Most Comprehensive Overview

Everything you need to know about taking T3 thyroid medication for hypothyroidism.

TSH Blood Test: Useful or Useless?

Learn why thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is a common test used to assess thyroid function, and what it means in the big picture.

Hashimoto's Disease and Fibromyalgia

Learn how to manage the connection between Hashimoto's disease and fibromyalgia.

Iron Deficiency and Thyroid Disease

Explore the link between iron deficiency and thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.

Disordered Eating and the AIP Diet for Thyroid Health

How to manage the autoimmune protocol (AIP diet) if you have a history of disordered eating.

What Does It Mean To Have High Thyroglobulin Antibodies?

How thyroglobulin antibodies inform thyroid health—and which tests are most important.

Does Bug Spray Affect Your Thyroid Gland?

Learn what to look for and what to avoid in your bug spray if you have a thyroid condition.

How To Find The Top Thyroid Doctors Near Me

Learn what kinds of doctors treat hypothyroidism and how to find the top thyroid doctor near you.

Can You Get Over The Counter Thyroid Medication?

Learn what products are available over the counter to support thyroid health—and to be wary.

NAET Treatments Effectiveness For Hashimoto's

Learn what research says about using Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET) to support your thyroid.

Does Sunscreen Affect Your Thyroid Gland?

Learn which ingredients in sunscreen can interfere with thyroid function, and how to choose a better option.

Can Thyroid Issues Cause Sinus Problems?

Learn why people with hypothyroidism often have sinus troubles and what to do in this article.

MCT Oil and Hashimoto's Disease

Learn about MCT oil and how, specifically, this dietary fat may support your thyroid health and overall wellness.

Can You Be Allergic To Thyroid Medication?

Learn how to distinguish between an allergy or sensitivity to your thyroid medication in this article.

Estrogen Dominance and Hashimoto's Disease

Learn how your female sex hormones impact Hashimoto's hypothyroidism in this article.

Does Thyroid Medication Interfere with Ketosis?

Learn what you need to know about eating a keto diet if you take thyroid medication for hypothyroidism.

Are Ridges in Nails a Sign of Hypothyroidism?

Learn what vertical lines or ridges in fingernails tell you about your thyroid health in this article.

Does Levothyroxine Cause Hair Loss?

What to do if you notice hair loss after starting levothyroxine to treat hypothyroidism.

Candida and Hashimoto's Disease

Learn what factors could increase your risk for candida overgrowth, and what to do.

What Happens If I Miss My Thyroid Medication One Day?

Learn what happens to your body when you miss your thyroid medication, and what to do.

What Is The Thyroid-Gut Axis?

This is an overview of the thyroid-gut axis. Learn how to restore proper gut function for better thyroid health.

How Taking Lithium May Affect Your Thyroid

Learn how lithium use is associated with an increased risk of hypothyroidism in this article.

Can Magnesium Oil Treat Muscle Aches With Hypothyroidism?

Learn about the benefits and uses of magnesium oil for hypothyroid muscle aches.

Symptoms of Too Little Thyroid Medication

Learn how to tell and what to do if you have symptoms of too little thyroid medication in this article.

Is Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism Making Your Allergies Worse?

Learn to ease your allergic reactions in this article about the link between Hashimoto's and allergies.

How to Relieve Constipation From Hypothyroidism

Learn how to get relief when your hypothyroidism causes constipation in this article.

The Link Between Thyroid Health And Zinc Deficiency

Learn how to boost your zinc intake to reduce thyroid symptoms.

Can Alcohol Affect Thyroid Hormone Levels Before Bloodwork?

Learn how alcohol may affect the results of your thyroid blood test, and what to do to properly prepare.

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