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Hypothyroidism in Children: The Hidden Clues Parents Need to Know

Hypothyroidism in Children: The Hidden Clues Parents Need to Know

Miss Lizzy

Hypothyroidism isn’t just an adult problem. Children can have hypothyroidism, even with normal TSH.

I learned this firsthand when my son Jack was nine years old.

Jack was struggling with weight, having trouble focusing in school, and feeling low on energy. It wasn’t a matter of “just eat less, pay more attention, or try to exercise more.”

I remember looking into his eyes and seeing that dull, flat look that I knew all too well. It was the same look I had when I was struggling with undiagnosed hypothyroidism.

Weight Gain Can Be a Clue

In an effort to help, we tried a very strict diet (no grains, no flour, minimal sugar.) Jack was a real trooper.

For breakfast, he had eggs, potatoes, and lettuce. For lunch, high protein like meat and cheese rollups, or smoothies made with yogurt, frozen fruit, chocolate, and stevia. Dinner was a hamburger without the bun.

It wasn’t easy, but we made it fun and tried to keep meals satisfying.

Most people on this kind of diet would lose weight. But not Jack.

That’s what makes hypothyroidism so frustrating. You can eat all the “right” foods, but if your thyroid is struggling, weight loss can feel impossible.

What this experience showed me was that Jack didn’t have an issue with overeating, he had underlying hypothyroidism. And until we supported his thyroid, no diet was going to “fix” the problem.

When Doctors Miss the Signs

At first, Jack’s primary doctor said his thyroid was fine because his TSH was normal. They never shared the actual number, and they didn’t run any other tests.

I wish I had known then what I know now: TSH isn’t the whole story.

Many children (and adults) have hypothyroidism with normal TSH. It’s one of the biggest reasons people get misdiagnosed and stay stuck in symptoms for years.

Jack had the classic signs of hypothyroidism—weight gain, low energy, trouble focusing, and that puffy, tired look. Once I started connecting the dots, it all made sense.

What I Want Other Parents to Know

If your child is struggling with weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, or trouble focusing, it’s not “just the age” or “just the diet.”

Your child’s body may be sending clues that their thyroid needs support.

When I finally understood this, it changed everything for our family.

That’s why I’m so passionate about helping other parents understand the missing piece. Your child’s thyroid health affects everything: their energy, mood, focus, and growth.

The Next Step

If you suspect your child might be struggling with hypothyroidism, I want you to know there’s hope and a better way to help them feel better.

The HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol teaches you how to spot the signs, track the clues, and support thyroid and adrenal health naturally.

This method has helped thousands of hypothyroid patients uncover hidden patterns and start their journey to healing.

👉 Learn more about the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol and take the first step toward helping your child feel like themselves again.

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My Journey with Hypothyroidism

My Journey with Hypothyroidism

Miss Lizzy

Miss Lizzy founded the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol, a proven strategy to restore energy, focus, and metabolism for those struggling with hypothyroidism. After battling undiagnosed hypothyroidism and low body temperature for 35 years, Miss Lizzy developed a transformative 3-phase protocol that has helped thousands reclaim their health and vitality. Her mission is to empower others with the tools, supplements, and support they need to thrive.

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT

  • Miss Lizzy’s personal journey with undiagnosed hypothyroidism and medical gaslighting.
  • Common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction that often get dismissed.
  • Why TSH testing alone fails so many patients.
  • The importance of tracking body temperature to understand thyroid function.
  • How low body temperature affects metabolism, energy, and weight loss.
  • The role of halogens (bromide, chlorine, fluoride) in blocking thyroid function.
  • Why iodine is misunderstood and how to use it safely, especially with Hashimoto’s.
  • A breakdown of the Hypohero Protocol: Restore, Detox, Optimize.
  • Supporting adrenal health as part of thyroid recovery.
  • How Miss Lizzy’s tracker empowers patients to advocate for their health.
  • A powerful success story from the Hypohero community.
Miss LizzyMy Journey with Hypothyroidism
What Do Patients Look Like Before and After Hypothyroidism Treatment?

What Do Patients Look Like Before and After Hypothyroidism Treatment?

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Ever wondered what hypothyroidism really looks like on the outside, and how much it can improve with the right treatment?

These historic photos tell a powerful story. They show the profound changes in appearance that occur when hypothyroidism is properly treated, something many people never get to see.

Let’s take a closer look at these before-and-after images, so you can learn to spot the classic signs of hypothyroidism, and more importantly, what recovery may look like.

Common Signs of Hypothyroidism in These Photos

In the before images, you’ll notice classic hypothyroid features:

  • Puffy face and eyes
  • Swollen neck area
  • Dull complexion
  • Hooded eyelids
  • Thinning, dry, and brittle hair
  • Under-eye bags
  • Dull, unfocused eyes (often described as “brain fog”)
  • Thinning outer eyebrows

These visual signs reflect what’s happening beneath the surface: a slowed-down metabolism, poor circulation, and fluid retention from an underactive thyroid.

Case Studies: Hypothyroidism Before and After Treatment

14-Year-Old Girl: Puffy Eyes, Dry Hair, and Saddle Nose

Before and After Hypothyroidism Treatment with NDT - Miss Lizzy Hypothyroid Advocate

In the before photo, this 14-year-old girl shows:

  • Puffiness around her eyes
  • Thickened lips
  • Depressed nasal bridge (saddle nose)
  • Dry, coarse, straight hair

Just six months later, her improvements are remarkable:

  • Nose bridge appears more elevated
  • Eyes are brighter and more alert
  • Lips have normalized
  • Hair is shinier and curly

Adult Woman: Puffy Face, Dull Skin, and Under-Eye Bags, Before and After Treatment

Before and After Hypothyroidism Treatment with NDT - Miss Lizzy Hypothyroid Advocate

In the before photo, she shows classic hypothyroid features:

  • Puffiness around the neck and face
  • Dull complexion
  • Dry, lifeless hair
  • Under-eye bags

After treatment:

  • Swelling and puffiness have diminished
  • Hair looks shiny and healthy
  • Skin appears more vibrant, glowing, and youthful

Adult Male: Swollen Neck, Brain Fog, and Dry Hair, Before and After Treatment

This man had the “obese” form of hypothyroidism, showing:

  • Swollen neck and face
  • Hooded, heavy eyelids
  • Dull, foggy eyes
  • Dry, thinning hair

After treatment:

  • Neck and face swelling reduced dramatically
  • Hair is fuller, thicker, and healthier
  • Skin looks firmer, younger, and more vibrant

Another Adult Male: Myxedema (Severe Puffiness) Before and After

This man shows the classic puffiness of advanced hypothyroidism (myxedema), including:

  • Swelling around the neck, jowls, and face
  • Puffy cheeks
  • Dull skin
  • Thinning hair

After treatment, the transformation is clear:

  • Dramatic reduction in swelling
  • Thicker, healthier hair
  • Skin appears more youthful, especially around the eyes and forehead

The Takeaway: Your Thyroid Affects Everything

These photos are a powerful reminder that hypothyroidism isn’t just about feeling tired or cold, it can literally change how you look. The puffy face, dull eyes, thinning hair, and brain fog are outward signs of a thyroid that’s struggling to keep up.

But here’s the good news: With the right support, your thyroid can start to heal and those symptoms may improve.

Ready for Your Own Thyroid Transformation?

If you’re struggling with low energy, brain fog, slow metabolism, or puffiness in your face and body, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck.

The HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol is a proven 3-part method that helps you:
✅ Track your temperature and symptoms to uncover hidden thyroid patterns
✅ Fuel your thyroid with the right minerals, hydration, and gentle detox
✅ Optimize with step-by-step adjustments based on your thyroid history

This isn’t just another thyroid program. It’s a complete strategy to help you regain your energy, metabolism, and confidence. Thousands of women (and men!) have used this method to experience more energy, sharper focus, and improved metabolism without relying on medication alone.

Ready to see your own before-and-after transformation?
👉 Learn More About the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol and take the first step today!

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Adrenal Fatigue Overview

Adrenal Fatigue Overview

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Adrenal Fatigue Overview

Adrenal fatigue is a condition that weakens the adrenal glands due to stresses on the body.  It’s important to understand, people can have adrenal fatigue separate from Hypothyroidism. However it is quite common for patients to have both Adrenal Fatigue and Hypothyroidism.

According to Natural Thyroid Treatment, of the millions of people who are diagnosed with thyroid conditions, many of these people also develop adrenal fatigue. If a healthcare professional aims their treatment directly at the thyroid gland and ignores the adrenals, there is absolutely no chance of restoring the patient’s health back to normal.

Basics Causes of Adrenal Fatigue

Adrenal fatigue occurs when the adrenal glands cannot adequately meet the demands of stress.* The adrenal glands mobilize the body’s responses to every kind of stress (physical, emotional, and psychological) through hormones that regulate energy production and storage, immune function, heart rate, muscle tone, and other processes that enable you to cope with the stress.

Whether you have an emotional crisis such as the death of a loved one, a physical crisis such as major surgery, or any type of severe repeated or constant stress in your life, your adrenals have to respond to the stress and maintain homeostasis. If their response is inadequate, you are likely to experience some degree of adrenal fatigue.*

During adrenal fatigue your adrenal glands function, but not well enough to maintain optimal homeostasis because their output of regulatory hormones has been diminished – usually by over-stimulation.* Over-stimulation of your adrenals can be caused either by a very intense single stress, or by chronic or repeated stresses that have a cumulative effect.*

  • Stressful relationships, stressful work, financial stress, or traumatic events
  • Major surgery
  • Long-term malnutrition or poor eating
  • Drug addition
  • Long exposure to toxic chemicals or pollutants
  • Recurring disease, infection or illness

Basic Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue

Natural Thyroid Treatment explains there are many different symptoms people can experience with adrenal fatigue, but here are the more common symptoms:

  • Extremely tired, especially in the morning
  • Find it difficult to obtain quality sleep
  • Crave sweet and salty foods
  • Feel stressed out most of the time
  • Decreased sex drive
  • Low blood pressure (light headedness)
  • Loss of body hair
  • Needing stimulants or high doses of caffeine

How Stress Affects Adrenals

The adrenals are what handle the Fight or Flight” response in the body. Meaning, we experience stress, adrenaline kicks in and gives our body an energy boost.  As cave women, it was great for fighting the occasional tiger (or running from said tiger) which we only had to do on occasion. But in the modern world we can experience stress every day from work, family stress, financial stress, poor diets, sickness, chronic illness or disease which means continually draining the adrenal system. When we are sick with a condition like Hypothyroidism, our bodies are continually draining the adrenals. Many people who have hypothyroidism also find they have adrenal fatigue.

We risk burning out the adrenals, resulting in a “crash”.  You know that feeling, for example, after a big family holiday ends you just want to lie on the couch for days?  Or you’ve finished a big work deadline and either you get sick, or simply can’t do anything for a few days? That’s the adrenal crash from stress.  When you say “you burned yourself out” that’s totally true! You did. You fought that tiger, and you won, sister! But now you’re paying.

Adrenal Fatigue Can Be Missed

Although adrenal fatigue affects millions of people in the U.S. and around the world, conventional medicine does not yet recognize it as a distinct syndrome. According to AdrenalFatigue.org, Adrenal Fatigue has been known by many other names, such as non-Addison’s hypoadrenia, sub-clinical hypoadrenia, neurasthenia, adrenal neurasthenia, and adrenal apathy. 

Adrenal fatigue can wreak havoc with a person’s life. In more serious cases, the activity of the adrenal glands is so diminished that people may have difficulty getting out of bed for more than a few hours per day.

As the adrenals become more tired, every organ and system in the body is increasingly affected. Changes occur in carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance, heart and cardiovascular system, and even sex drive. The body does its best to make up for under-functioning adrenal glands, but it does so at a price.

Learn more at According to AdrenalFatigue.org, or read Dr. Wilson’s book, Adrenal Fatigue: The 21st Century Stress Syndrome.

Can people experiencing adrenal fatigue heal and feel good?

According to AdrenalFatigue.org, YES. In my own experience, and reports from other patients, YES. It is possible to heal weak adrenals and feel healthy again.

How to Get Started

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The Importance of Body Temperature in Thyroid and Adrenal Health

The Importance of Body Temperature in Thyroid and Adrenal Health

Miss Lizzy

One of the most important lessons I learned in my thyroid and adrenal journey is this: your body temperature tells the truth.

No one told me about temperature tracking. I didn’t read it in a book or hear it from a doctor. I discovered it because I was so fed up with the endless cycle of labs, medications, and symptoms that didn’t make sense.

I was tired of waiting for test results that didn’t match how I felt. I knew something wasn’t right and was determined to figure it out. That’s when I started taking my temperature out of curiosity, frustration, and honestly, desperation.

Most doctors had dismissed my low body temperature as “normal,” but through years of research, I found thyroid experts like Dr. Broda Barnes, Dr. James L. Wilson, and Paul Robinson who talked about the importance of body temperature for thyroid and adrenal health. So I started tracking.

And what I found was shocking. My temperature was consistently low and fluctuated wildly, sometimes dropping as low as 95.5°F in the afternoon. No wonder I felt so many symptoms—fatigue, brain fog, cold hands and feet, and that constant feeling that my body just wasn’t keeping up.

That was the turning point. Tracking my temperature became the tool that helped me finally understand what my body was trying to tell me. When thyroid lab testing failed me, tracking body temperature saved me.

Low Temperature Is a Clue, Not a Fluke

Low body temperature is one of the clearest signs that your thyroid and adrenals are struggling. It’s a message from your body that it’s running too slow, that something is off with your metabolism, and that your thyroid needs support.

If you’re waking up tired, struggling to focus, feeling cold all the time, or noticing stubborn weight gain, you’re not imagining it. And you’re not alone. Your temperature may hold the answers.

What I Wish I’d Known Sooner

If I had known how to track my temperature the right way and use it to guide my healing, I could have saved myself years of frustration.

That’s why temperature tracking is the foundation of the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol. It’s not just about taking random readings or guessing what they mean. It’s about learning how to spot patterns, understand the clues your body is giving you, and use that information to empower your healing.

This isn’t something most doctors teach you. And it’s not something you can just figure out from a quick internet search. It took me years of trial and error to uncover this system, so I built the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol to guide others through it, step by step.

The Path to Healing

If you’re frustrated by thyroid lab results and thyroid medications that aren’t helping, and you have ongoing symptoms that don’t make sense, there’s a better way. Your temperature holds the clues. You need the right system to understand it and know what to do next.

That’s what the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol is here to help you with.

👉 Learn more about the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol and take the first step toward understanding what your body is trying to tell you.

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My Journey With Adrenal Fatigue: The Big Mistake with Hydrocortisone

Miss Lizzy

Looking back, my journey with adrenal fatigue wasn’t a quick fix. It was a hard-earned lesson in listening to my body, understanding root causes, remembering more medication isn’t the answer (and may backfire), and learning the difference between band-aids and true healing.

I want to share what I tried, what I learned (the hard way), and what finally helped me support my adrenals, so that maybe it doesn’t take you ten years to figure it out like it did for me.

How It Started: Adrenal Fatigue Symptoms

Like so many people in our community who have hypothyroidism, I was struggling with the classic signs of adrenal fatigue:

  • Exhausted but wired, unable to fall asleep or stay asleep
  • Waking up unrefreshed, dragging through the day
  • Light and noise sensitivity
  • Brain fog, poor word recall, and a sense that my body just wasn’t keeping up
  • Feeling shaky or jittery under stress
  • Struggling to recover from even minor stressors

These symptoms made life feel so much harder than it should have been. I was taking thyroid medication but I never felt quite stable. The weight, brain fog, and fatigue seem unpredictable. Sometimes I felt great other times I felt like I made no progress. I was desperate for answers and that’s when I discovered that not only was my thyroid struggling, my adrenals were also worn out. I was still in the early years of my journey with hypothyroidism and adrenal fatigue, so I thought “I will try anything and everything!”

That was a huge mistake. Not only did I spend time and money on every new “solution” but I also suffered major health setbacks because my doctor and I were largely guessing and learning through trail and error.

Through this process, and researching well-intentioned thyroid user groups, I came across prescription hydrocortisone as a possible answer to help my adrenals.

My Experience With Hydrocortisone: A Quick Fix That Backfired

When I started hydrocortisone, it felt like a miracle. I took my first dose and within hours, I felt amazing. My brain fog cleared, my energy soared, and for the first time in ages, I felt like I could handle life again.

For a while, I thought I’d found the solution. I followed the dosing recommendations, splitting my doses throughout the day, and even learned about “stress dosing” when I needed extra support.

But here’s the hard truth: hydrocortisone wasn’t the answer. It was a short term band-aid that had disastrous consequences.

Over time, the cracks started to show. I became dependent on it, terrified to stop or miss a dose, afraid I’d crash. I stayed on it for over two years because I was afraid of the fatigue returning.

All the while, my hair started thinning and falling out. My once-full hair became dry, brittle, and sparse (a change I wrote about in this story, where I talk about how hair loss can be a warning sign that something isn’t working)

Looking back, I realized I was trying to force my hormones with hydrocortisone, but I wasn’t addressing the root causes of why my adrenals were struggling.

The adrenals are dynamic which means they product cortisol in cycles over a 24 hour period (called the circadian rhythm). If the adrenals are producing cortisol at the wrong time of day, or producing too much, hydrocortisone may backfire. That’s what happened to me.

What Finally Helped: Shifting to a Root-Cause Approach

The turning point was understanding that healing my thyroid and adrenals isn’t about chasing symptoms, forcing medications, or waiting for labs to tell me how I feel. It’s about having a clear plan that supports your body naturally.

That’s why I created the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol. It’s a step-by-step system that helped me:
✅ Track my body temperature and symptoms to uncover hidden thyroid and adrenal patterns
✅ Fuel my thyroid and adrenals with the right minerals, hydration, and halogen detox
✅ Optimize by making adjustments based on my unique story and data

This approach helped me finally get off the hamster wheel. My energy came back, my brain fog lifted, and I learned how to support my body in a way that didn’t leave me dependent on external crutches like hydrocortisone.

A Word of Encouragement

If you’re struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or hair loss like I did, please know, you’re not alone. And while medications like hydrocortisone can sometimes feel like a lifeline, they aren’t always the long-term solution we hope they’ll be.

What I wish someone had told me years ago is this: healing is possible when you address the root cause, not just the symptoms.

If you’re ready to break free from the cycle of trial and error, the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol is here to help you do exactly that.

👉 Learn more about the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol and take the first step toward real, lasting relief.

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Adrenal Fatigue Testing

Adrenal Fatigue Testing

Miss Lizzy

Adrenal Fatigue Testing

There are several options for Adrenal Fatigue Testing, including the free at-home Pupil Test, Blood Pressure test; and the 24 Hour Saliva Test. These testing options may give you some information in order to have more insight when you talk with a good doctor.

Symptoms Checklist

If you answered yes to at least half the Adrenal Fatigue symptoms, in particular the symptoms related to low energy and poor sleep that’s a good first indicator of Adrenal Problems.

The Pupil Test

Adapted from Adrenal Fatigue by Dr. James L. Wilson, you can do this test at home yourself for free and will give you quick insight about whether there might be an adrenal fatigue. You need a chair, a small flashlight, a mirror, a watch or timer, and a dark room.

  • Darken the room and sit in a chair in front of a mirror
  • Angle a flashlight from the side (not directly into it), and shine the light toward your pupil
  • With the other eye observe, holding for two or three minutes
  • Normally a pupil will stay contracted in the bright light
  • With adrenal fatigue or hypoadrenia, the pupil will not hold its contraction. Within two minutes the pupil will start to dilate and this will last 30-40 seconds before it recovers and contracts again.
  • Make note when the dilation started, how long the dilation lasted, and the date.
  • Let the eye rest
  • Re-take the test monthly
  • If needed, ask a friend to help you with the test

Blood Pressure Test

Also according to Dr. James L. Wilson 1, blood press is an important indicator of adrenal function. Wilson says if your blood pressure drops when you stand up from a lying position this almost always indicates low adrenals. For me personally, when I stood up too fast I would nearly black out!

This test can be done at home. All you need is a blood pressure gauge which does not require a stethoscope. After you know how to use the blood pressure gauge here are the steps:

  • Lie down quietly for 10 minutes
  • Then while laying down take your blood pressure
  • Next stand up and immediately measure your blood pressure
  • Normal blood pressure will rise about 10-20 mmHg
  • If it drops when you stand up this likely means you have some form or hypoadrenia, adrenal fatigue, or you may be dehydrated
  • The more severe the drop the more severe the hypoadrenia
  • Dizziness or light-headedness might accrue when standing, so it is wise to do this test with someone beside you, or next to something you can grab like a chair

For more about the Blood Pressure test see Dr. Wilson’s book., Adrenal Fatigue.

24 Hour Saliva Test

The Saliva Hormone test is the single best lab test available for testing adrenal fatigue 2,. This test is done at home, but  typically it is not covered by insurance. The cost runs about $120-150, but it is more accurate than blood or urine tests which are covered by insurance.   The test measures cortisol levels at four different times of the day to show how your cortisol varies during the day:

  • Between 6-8 AM (within one hour after waking and cortisol is at its highest)
  • Between 11AM-12 PM
  • Between 4-6 PM
  • And between 10PM-midnight

Dr. Wilson also notes that, when doing the saliva test he usually measures DHEA-S (but not necessarily DHEA) because the adrenals are a primary source of DHEA-S.

The 24 hour Saliva test can be ordered by a doctor or by patients directly through these labs:

 

Notes:

  1. Adrenal Fatigue, .79 ↩
  2. Adrenal Fatigue, Dr. James L. Wilson, p. 83 ↩
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What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Hypothyroidism and Adrenal Fatigue

Miss Lizzy

Looking back on my journey with hypothyroidism and adrenal fatigue, my one big regret is that it took me over ten years of trying different things, chasing symptoms, making mistakes, and feeling frustrated before I finally found a system that worked. I wish I had known sooner that true healing isn’t about guessing, adjusting thyroid medication, or chasing lab numbers. It’s about having a clear plan that addresses the root cause and gives you the tools to make the right adjustments along the way.

The Connection Between Hypothyroidism and Adrenal Fatigue

If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in an endless cycle of fatigue, brain fog, and burnout, you’re not alone. Many of us with hypothyroidism also struggle with adrenal fatigue, and the symptoms often overlap which makes both conditions frustrating and confusing:

  • Waking up feeling exhausted, no matter how much you sleep
  • Feeling wired but tired
  • Needing an afternoon nap, or caffeine to get through the day
  • Crashing hard after stress
  • Struggling to fall asleep at night
  • Sensitivity to light, noise, or overwhelm
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness when standing up
  • Feeling anxious, stressed, or easily startled
  • Brain fog that makes it hard to think or focus
  • Needing days to recover from even minor stressors

These symptoms aren’t random. They’re signals that your thyroid and adrenal glands may be struggling.

What Finally Helped: The HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol

After ten years of trying different approaches (Levothyroxine, Armour, compounded thyroid hormone, adrenal medication, adrenal supplements, a range of supplements, diet changes, and other strategies) that never gave lasting results, what finally helped me get my thyroid and adrenal health back on track was the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol.

This isn’t just a collection of tips or a one-size-fits-all supplement. It’s a step-by-step strategy, supplement system and coaching program that helps you uncover what’s really going on in your body and make the right adjustments to heal.

Here are the reasons why I created the protocol:

🧭 Track: Learn Your Body’s Signals

I started by tracking my body temperature and symptoms because temperature is like a window into how your thyroid and adrenals are actually doing, day by day.

Most doctors focus on labs, but those don’t always tell the full story. Tracking temperature helped me see what was happening, instead of guessing, so I could learn, adapt and make changes proactively.

💧 Fuel: Support Your Thyroid and Adrenals

Once I could see the patterns, I focused on fueling my body:

  • Restoring minerals to support thyroid and adrenal health

  • Staying hydrated with mineral-rich water

  • Gently detoxing halogens (like fluoride and bromide) that can block thyroid function

  • Supporting my body’s natural rhythm

This is where things started to click: my energy came back, my mood lifted, and I could finally handle stress without crashing.

🔧 Optimize: Adjust as You Go

Healing isn’t a straight line. The protocol taught me how to adjust based on my thyroid diagnosis and what I was tracking. I stopped guessing and started seeing real, measurable progress:

  • My temperatures stabilized

  • My energy and mood improved

  • I felt more like myself again

  • I was finally able to get off thyroid medication!

The Bottom Line

If you’re struggling with low energy, brain fog, sleep issues, and slow metabolism, you don’t have to keep guessing or trying random solutions. The HypoHero Thyroid Protocol gives you a proven, step-by-step system to support your thyroid, balance your adrenals, and finally feel better.

You’re not broken. You’re just missing the right strategy, the right supplements, and the right support.

Ready to Start Your Own Transformation?

Thousands of people have used the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol to improve their energy, focus, and metabolism, and saved themselves years of trial and error.

👉 Learn More About the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol and start your journey today!

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Why Iodine is Vital for Thyroid Function (And How the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol May Help)

Why Iodine is Vital for Thyroid Function (And How the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol May Help)

Miss Lizzy

Feeling cold, tired, or foggy, even with “normal” thyroid labs?
It might be time to look at one of the most overlooked (yet essential) nutrients for your thyroid: iodine.

The Unsung Hero of Thyroid Health: Iodine

Your thyroid relies on iodine to do its most important job producing thyroid hormones. Without enough iodine, your thyroid can’t make T4 and T3, which are the hormones that regulate your energy, body temperature, metabolism, focus, and so much more.

In fact, every cell in your body depends on these hormones. So when iodine is missing, your entire body and metabolism can slow down.

Here’s the truth:
While iodine deficiency is often dismissed as a thing of the past, it’s making a quiet comeback—thanks to modern diets, processed foods, bromide exposure, and a widespread fear of iodine that’s left many people unknowingly depleted.

Signs Your Body May Be Lacking Enough Iodine

You might be low in iodine if you’ve experienced any of the following symptoms:

  • Cold hands and feet (even in summer)
  • Chronic fatigue, especially in the afternoon
  • Feeling tired even after eight hours of sleep
  • Brain fog or trouble focusing
  • Thinning hair or hair loss
  • Low body temperature (below 98.6°F)
  • Weight gain that doesn’t respond to diet or exercise
  • Mood swings, depression, or feeling “off” emotionally

And if you’ve been on thyroid medication for years but never felt truly better, this may be part of the missing link.

Why Thyroid Lab Tests Miss the Bigger Picture

The standard lab tests (like TSH or even T4/T3) don’t show iodine levels or whether your thyroid is actually functioning well. You can have “normal” thyroid labs and still feel miserable if your body is struggling to make and convert thyroid hormone or if it’s depleted of the nutrients it needs to function.

That’s why we focus on temperature and symptom tracking in the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol, because your body tells the truth, even when your labs don’t.

The Problem with Modern Iodine Intake

These days, many people avoid iodine because they’ve heard it’s dangerous or unnecessary, especially if they have Hashimoto’s or thyroid nodules. But that’s incorrect information. Here’s the truth that most people, and many doctors, don’t realize:

  • Your thyroid requires iodine, even in autoimmune conditions
  • The type and amount of iodine matter too much of the wrong form may cause issues
  • Modern life is full of halogens (like fluoride, bromide, and chlorine) that block iodine and compete for your receptors which affects thyroid hormones
  • Salt is not a reliable source of iodine, contrary to common beliefs

That means even if you’re getting a little iodine in your diet, your body may not be absorbing or using it properly.

How the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol Supports Healthy Iodine Levels

The HypoHero Thyroid Protocol is designed to fill in the missing pieces, not just with supplements, but with a proven strategy.

Here’s how it helps:

1. Track What Your Labs Miss

We start with temperature and symptom tracking so you can see real changes in energy, focus, mood, and metabolism. This shows you how your thyroid is actually functioning day to day, not just once a year on a lab test.

2. Fuel Your Thyroid With Minerals

The protocol includes Thiodine, our premium iodine supplement with both molecular iodine and potassium iodide. These are the two forms your thyroid, breast tissue, and entire body require. This blend supports hormone production and gently displaces halogens like bromide that block iodine uptake.

We also include Halodetox, a trace mineral salt drink that helps your body utilize iodine, flush out halogens, and support adrenal function, and Thyroconvert, a powerful blend that supports T4 to T3 conversion, antioxidant protection, and reduces inflammation.

3. Optimize As You Go

As your thyroid starts to regain function, we teach you how to adjust your approach so you don’t accidentally overstimulate your system. This is especially important for people who are still on thyroid medication, because as your body improves, your dose may need to shift.

You’re Not Alone, And You’re Not Stuck

If you’ve tried diet and exercise but struggle with slow metabolism…
If you feel tired after eight hours of sleep…
If you’ve been told your thyroid labs are fine but your body tells you otherwise…
If you’ve tried thyroid medication but don’t feel better…
If you’re scared to try iodine because of something you read online…

We get it. We’ve been there.

That’s why the HypoHero Thyroid Protocol exists.
To help you get answers, take control, and finally support your thyroid the way it was meant to be supported with the right minerals, at the right time, in the right way.

Ready to find out if iodine is your missing piece?
Take the HypoHero Thyroid Quiz and get started today.

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How Do I Find a Good Doctor?

How Do I Find a Good Doctor?

Miss Lizzy

This is one of the most common questions we get:
“How do I find a doctor who will actually help?”

The truth is, you don’t need an expensive specialist or a doctor who knows everything about thyroid and adrenal health. What you do need is someone who’s willing to listen and partner with you.

A good doctor doesn’t need to have all the answers. They just need to be open-minded, respectful, and willing to work with you. And the more you follow the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol, the easier it becomes to advocate for yourself and know what to ask for.

What Makes a Doctor “Good”?

When looking for a doctor, focus less on the title or credentials and more on how they practice. Here are a few things we suggest looking for:

  • Willing to treat based on symptoms and body temperature, not just lab ranges
  • Runs a full thyroid panel: Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, not just TSH
  • Is willing to take a natural approach using supplements
  • Will run additional tests when needed (iron, B12, ferritin, cortisol, hormones, vitamin D, etc.)
  • Makes you feel heard, not dismissed
  • Open to feedback and willing to adjust based on how you’re responding

A good doctor will never tell you it’s “all in your head” or shame you for wanting to feel better.

What to Avoid

If a doctor makes you feel ignored, judged, or dismissed, that’s a red flag. These statements are signs the doctor may not be a good fit:

  • “Your TSH is normal, so your thyroid is fine.”
  • “Fatigue and weight gain are just part of getting older.”
  • “You don’t need any other tests.”
  • “You just need to eat less and exercise more.”
  • “I won’t prescribe anything but Synthroid or Levothyroxine.”

Remember: You don’t need to convince someone who isn’t willing to listen. It’s okay to move on.

Do I Need a Thyroid Specialist?

Not necessarily.

Some endocrinologists and family doctors are helpful, but many aren’t trained in anything beyond standard TSH-based treatment. That’s why we often recommend looking for a doctor who practices integrative or functional medicine, or D.O. primary care providers, as they tend to take a holistic view of thyroid and adrenal health.

That said, any doctor can be helpful if they’re willing to learn and listen. The HypoHero Thyroid Protocol will help you understand what’s going on in your body, so you’re not depending on someone else to figure it out for you.

Too often, we see hypothyroid patients so frustrated and desperate for help that they end up paying thousands of dollars and waiting many months for expensive specialists who are frequently unnecessary. The HypoHero Thyroid Protocol will help you become your own best advocate, which can save you time, money, and frustration.

Interview the Office First

To save yourself time and frustration, call the doctor’s office before booking a visit. Ask:

  • Does the doctor treat hypothyroidism based on symptoms and not just TSH?
  • Will they test Free T3, Free T4, and Reverse T3?
  • Are they open to natural approaches, including supplements?
  • Are they open to adjusting thyroid medication (up or down) based on how I feel?

If the office can’t or won’t answer, it’s okay to keep looking. A quick call now can save you months of waiting for an appointment that goes nowhere.

You Are Your Best Advocate

You don’t have to wait for a doctor to fix everything. When you follow the HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol, you’ll learn how to track your temperature and symptoms, understand what they mean, and support your body with the right tools.

That way, when you do find a doctor who’s willing to work with you, you’ll know exactly what to ask for and why.

You’re not stuck—you just need the right strategy, support, and confidence to advocate for yourself.

Ready to Take the First Step?

The HypoHero™ Thyroid Protocol is designed to help you get results—even if you’ve been told your labs are normal or your symptoms don’t matter.

Start tracking your progress, restoring your energy, and learning how to work with your body—not against it.

👉 Click here to take the HypoHero symptom quiz and get started

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