Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's

What Role Do Your Genes Play in Thyroid Health?

Dr. Eric Osansky DC, IFMCP

 Is your thyroid health determined by more than just your food choices and lifestyle?

In this episode, I speak with Justin Harris, a certified functional genomics practitioner, who explains how understanding your genetic blueprint can unlock personalized strategies for managing thyroid health. We dive into how genetics influences key factors like oxidative stress, detox pathways, and autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto’s and Graves' disease. Justin also shares how genetic testing can offer insights into your body’s unique response to food, exercise, and environmental factors. 

By understanding your genetic makeup, you can make more informed decisions about nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes. We also touch on the role of epigenetics in how your genes express themselves and how modifying your lifestyle can improve thyroid function and overall health.

Tune in to find out how your genes could be the missing piece.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Episode Preview

01:50 – Podcast Intro

01:50 – Justin’s background story

05:58 – Can genes be changed?

09:34 – Key thyroid-related genes

10:32 – Oxidative stress explained

13:26 – Measuring oxidative stress

15:52 – Estrogen metabolism genes

18:53 – Understanding methylation

20:48 – Gut health and genes

23:23 – Caffeine metabolism genetics

25:50 – Weight loss gene factors

30:19 – Histamine and genetics

31:36 – Bone and vitamin D genes

34:57 – Vitamin D dosing risks

38:21 – Who should test genetics

40:33 – Final thoughts on healing

41:52 – Where to find Justin

42:53 – Post-Episode Reflections

About Justin Harris: 

is a certified Functional genomics practitioner, Functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, primal health coach, and nutritionist. He is on the internal clinician team of the DNA company, and has written articles for the DNA digest, and contributed content for the DNA university. He's also the podcast host for the DNA talks podcast.

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