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Woman Falling Asleep While Stirring Coffee - Signs and Causes of Adrenal Fatigue - Amy Myers MD®

Signs and Causes of Adrenal Fatigue

Do you struggle to get out of bed, are you having strong cravings, body aches, or feeling dizzy? These may be signs of adrenal fatigue.

Signs and Causes of Adrenal Fatigue

Do you struggle to get out of bed, are you having strong cravings, body aches, or feeling dizzy? These may be signs of adrenal fatigue.

Couple laughing together - How to Increase Oxytocin - Amy Myers MD®

How To Increase Oxytocin: The Love Hormone

Happy Valentine’s Day! My husband, Xavier, and I will celebrate this day of love with our daughter, Elle, and our dogs, Mocha and Mac. Do you know those feelings of...

How To Increase Oxytocin: The Love Hormone

Happy Valentine’s Day! My husband, Xavier, and I will celebrate this day of love with our daughter, Elle, and our dogs, Mocha and Mac. Do you know those feelings of...

Glass of Bourbon - Alcohol and Gut Health - Amy Myers, MD®

Alcohol and Gut Health: Is Drinking Disrupting ...

All about the relationship between alcohol and gut health, how it disrupts your gut microbiome, and how to repair the damage from alcohol.

Alcohol and Gut Health: Is Drinking Disrupting ...

All about the relationship between alcohol and gut health, how it disrupts your gut microbiome, and how to repair the damage from alcohol.

Person Using Yoga Foam Roller - Does L-Glutamine Support Muscle Recovery? - Amy Myers MD®

Does L-Glutamine Support Muscle Recovery After ...

L-Glutamine is an amino acid that supports gut health. A lesser talked about benefits is its role in muscle recovery and development. 

Does L-Glutamine Support Muscle Recovery After ...

L-Glutamine is an amino acid that supports gut health. A lesser talked about benefits is its role in muscle recovery and development. 

Lettuce growing in the dirt - Chlorophyll health benefits - Amy Myers MD®

7 Chlorophyll Health Benefits

Chlorophyll is a superfood because it’s rich in compounds that provide health benefits, such as antioxidants and fiber. I will tell you about chlorophyll’s health benefits and the delicious ways...

7 Chlorophyll Health Benefits

Chlorophyll is a superfood because it’s rich in compounds that provide health benefits, such as antioxidants and fiber. I will tell you about chlorophyll’s health benefits and the delicious ways...

Woman wiping sweat off her face - The benefits of sweating - Amy Myers MD®

The Benefits of Sweating

Sweating, often perceived as undesirable, plays a critical role in maintaining health. It regulates body temperature, aids in detoxification, improves skin health, boosts circulation, and strengthens the immune system. Exercise...

The Benefits of Sweating

Sweating, often perceived as undesirable, plays a critical role in maintaining health. It regulates body temperature, aids in detoxification, improves skin health, boosts circulation, and strengthens the immune system. Exercise...

Woman Smiling in Sunshine -Vitamin D and Your Immune System - Amy Myers MD®

Vitamin D And Your Immune System

Vitamin D is one of the most common deficiencies I see in my clinic. In fact, nearly everyone who isn’t already supplementing their Vitamin D levels is low in this very important...

Vitamin D And Your Immune System

Vitamin D is one of the most common deficiencies I see in my clinic. In fact, nearly everyone who isn’t already supplementing their Vitamin D levels is low in this very important...

Pile of Crispy Bacon - Is Keto the Best Diet for Hypothyroidism? - Amy Myers MD®

Is Keto the Best Diet for Hypothyroidism?

The ketogenic (or “keto”) diet is a low-carb diet emphasizing high-fat intake and largely limiting carbohydrates. Historically, the keto diet was developed as an alternative treatment for epileptic children and...

Is Keto the Best Diet for Hypothyroidism?

The ketogenic (or “keto”) diet is a low-carb diet emphasizing high-fat intake and largely limiting carbohydrates. Historically, the keto diet was developed as an alternative treatment for epileptic children and...

Stressed Woman Massaging Temples - Why Am I So Irritable and Moody?! - Amy Myers MD®

Why Am I So Irritable and Moody?!

I want to tell you about a patient whose story of irritability and mood swings might sound familiar to you. Sarah came into my office, and after introducing myself, I...

Why Am I So Irritable and Moody?!

I want to tell you about a patient whose story of irritability and mood swings might sound familiar to you. Sarah came into my office, and after introducing myself, I...

Woman Feeling Her Neck - 10 Things Your Endocrinologist Isn’t Telling You About Hashimoto’s - Amy Myers MD®

10 Things Your Endocrinologist Isn’t Telling Yo...

Getting a Hashimoto’s diagnosis can be confusing. You may be wondering what caused it in the first place and if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. You’re not alone. An...

10 Things Your Endocrinologist Isn’t Telling Yo...

Getting a Hashimoto’s diagnosis can be confusing. You may be wondering what caused it in the first place and if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. You’re not alone. An...

alternative therapies

Alternative Therapies: Are They Useful?

Alternative therapies are popular. If you have struggled to get answers, the therapies could be what you need to take back your health.

Alternative Therapies: Are They Useful?

Alternative therapies are popular. If you have struggled to get answers, the therapies could be what you need to take back your health.

The Top 6 Probiotic Benefits for Women

The Top 6 Probiotic Benefits for Women

Probiotics can support your health in so many areas, from heart health to mental health, allergies, and eczema. However, there is a wealth of probiotic benefits for women. From vaginal...

The Top 6 Probiotic Benefits for Women

Probiotics can support your health in so many areas, from heart health to mental health, allergies, and eczema. However, there is a wealth of probiotic benefits for women. From vaginal...

Smart Phone - Protect Yourself from WiFi, EMFs & EMR

7 Tips to Protect Yourself from WiFi, EMFs, & EMR

We live in a “smart” world, where so many things are wireless. From our phones to our computers, and even our electrical meters, the world is truly becoming more and...

7 Tips to Protect Yourself from WiFi, EMFs, & EMR

We live in a “smart” world, where so many things are wireless. From our phones to our computers, and even our electrical meters, the world is truly becoming more and...

Cherry Tomatoes on a Cutting Board - What is a Nightshade Sensitivity or Allergy? - Amy Myers MD®

What is a Nightshade Sensitivity or Allergy?

Do you experience bloating, gas, nausea, fatigue, or joint pain1 after eating tomatoes, potatoes, or peppers? If so, you could have a nightshade sensitivity. If you’ve already ditched gluten and dairy (the two...

What is a Nightshade Sensitivity or Allergy?

Do you experience bloating, gas, nausea, fatigue, or joint pain1 after eating tomatoes, potatoes, or peppers? If so, you could have a nightshade sensitivity. If you’ve already ditched gluten and dairy (the two...

Zoom in on Belly Button - Gut Microbiome Testing: How and Why - Amy Myers MD®

Gut Microbiome Testing: How and Why

The gut is the gateway to health and for that reason it is where I recommend people focus first when working to reverse chronic health conditions or to achieve optimal...

Gut Microbiome Testing: How and Why

The gut is the gateway to health and for that reason it is where I recommend people focus first when working to reverse chronic health conditions or to achieve optimal...

Slicing Whole Wheat Bread - Is Gluten to Blame for Your Thyroid Condition? - Amy Myers MD®ƒ

Is Gluten to Blame for Your Thyroid Condition?

In my first book, The Autoimmune Solution, I explain the health hazards of gluten for those with autoimmunity. However, did you know that gluten is also particularly damaging and inflammatory...

Is Gluten to Blame for Your Thyroid Condition?

In my first book, The Autoimmune Solution, I explain the health hazards of gluten for those with autoimmunity. However, did you know that gluten is also particularly damaging and inflammatory...

Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits -Amy Myers MD®

8 Real Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

There are many health benefits of apple cider vinegar, also known as ACV, including keeping your blood sugar in check, amping up weight loss, soothing skin issues, and helping keep...

8 Real Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

There are many health benefits of apple cider vinegar, also known as ACV, including keeping your blood sugar in check, amping up weight loss, soothing skin issues, and helping keep...

Meat Alternative Burger Patties - Why Fake Meat is a Problem

Why Fake Meat Is a Problem, Not a Solution

Food that is great-tasting, nutrient-dense, and satisfying is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Recently, however, new alternatives to animal protein are making a big splash on the market,...

Why Fake Meat Is a Problem, Not a Solution

Food that is great-tasting, nutrient-dense, and satisfying is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Recently, however, new alternatives to animal protein are making a big splash on the market,...

Dr. Checking Patient's Lymph Nodes - 5 Causes of Graves' Disease and 5 Solutions - Amy Myers MD®

5 Causes of Graves’ Disease and 5 Solutions for It

It is estimated that between 3 and 10 million people are diagnosed with hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid.1 The most common form of hyperthyroidism is the autoimmune condition known as Graves’...

5 Causes of Graves’ Disease and 5 Solutions for It

It is estimated that between 3 and 10 million people are diagnosed with hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid.1 The most common form of hyperthyroidism is the autoimmune condition known as Graves’...

Yoga Students - Why L-Glutamine is the #1 Ingredient for Repair Leaky Gut - Amy Myers MD®

Why L-Glutamine is the #1 Ingredient for Repair...

Leaky gut is a widespread digestive condition that affects millions of people around the world. You might not be aware this underlying problem could be the root cause of your...

Why L-Glutamine is the #1 Ingredient for Repair...

Leaky gut is a widespread digestive condition that affects millions of people around the world. You might not be aware this underlying problem could be the root cause of your...

Your Baby’s First Bath: Why Wait? - Amy Myers MD®

Your Baby’s First Bath: Why Wait?

When the doctor hands you your new baby for the first time your heart spills over with more love than you’ve ever felt in your life. And as you hold...

Your Baby’s First Bath: Why Wait?

When the doctor hands you your new baby for the first time your heart spills over with more love than you’ve ever felt in your life. And as you hold...

Woman Floating in Swimming Pool - Are Swimming Pools Sabotaging Your Thyroid? - Amy Myers MD®

Are Swimming Pools Sabotaging Your Thyroid?

Summer is in full swing, and if it’s anywhere near as hot where you live as it is here in Texas, you’re probably spending lots of time trying to cool...

Are Swimming Pools Sabotaging Your Thyroid?

Summer is in full swing, and if it’s anywhere near as hot where you live as it is here in Texas, you’re probably spending lots of time trying to cool...

Dr Pointing at Thyroid Model - What You Need to Know About Thyroid Disease - Amy Myers, MD®

What You Need To Know About Thyroid Disease

Thyroid disease is a subject that hits close to home for me. I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease while I was in medical school. Conventional medicine gave me three options: Take a...

What You Need To Know About Thyroid Disease

Thyroid disease is a subject that hits close to home for me. I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease while I was in medical school. Conventional medicine gave me three options: Take a...

infrared light

The 3 Levels of Infrared Light

Infrared light has three different levels: near (NIR), mid (MIR), and far (FIR). Each level has their own distinct characteristics, frequency ranges, and benefits.

The 3 Levels of Infrared Light

Infrared light has three different levels: near (NIR), mid (MIR), and far (FIR). Each level has their own distinct characteristics, frequency ranges, and benefits.

Block of non-dairy cheese - New Dairy Substitutes: The Latest Options - Amy Myers MD®

New Dairy Substitutes: The Latest Options

I advocate giving up dairy for several reasons. I was a vegetarian for many years before I realized that dairy, as well as grains and legumes, was a big contributor to...

New Dairy Substitutes: The Latest Options

I advocate giving up dairy for several reasons. I was a vegetarian for many years before I realized that dairy, as well as grains and legumes, was a big contributor to...

Woman looking pensive - How do I know it's Candida Overgrowth - Amy Myers, MD®

How Do I know It’s Candida Overgrowth?

You may have heard of Candida. You also may have heard it can “overgrow” in your body, causing a wide range of symptoms from brain fog, to nail fungus, itchy...

How Do I know It’s Candida Overgrowth?

You may have heard of Candida. You also may have heard it can “overgrow” in your body, causing a wide range of symptoms from brain fog, to nail fungus, itchy...

Doctor with Clipboard - The Solution to Candida Overgrowth I Didn't Learn in Medical School - Amy Myers, MD®

The Solution to Candida Overgrowth I Didn’t Lea...

If you’ve experienced the signs of Candida overgrowth including recurring yeast infections, digestive drama, skin issues, brain fog or fatigue, you’re not alone! Since the year 2000, Candida infections have...

The Solution to Candida Overgrowth I Didn’t Lea...

If you’ve experienced the signs of Candida overgrowth including recurring yeast infections, digestive drama, skin issues, brain fog or fatigue, you’re not alone! Since the year 2000, Candida infections have...

Person sipping smoothies - a Semi-Elemental Diet or Elemental Diet: What's Best for SIBO - Amy Myers MD®

A Semi-Elemental Diet or Elemental Diet: What’s...

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is an increasingly common gut condition. I get questions about it all the time! SIBO occurs when the bacteria in your gut get out of balance...

A Semi-Elemental Diet or Elemental Diet: What’s...

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is an increasingly common gut condition. I get questions about it all the time! SIBO occurs when the bacteria in your gut get out of balance...

Woman sitting with head in arms - 3 Causes of Recurring Candida & What to Do - Amy Myers MD®

3 Causes of Recurring Candida & What to Do

Are you battling with stubborn and recurring Candida overgrowth? Have you tried the Candida diet, Candida-fighting supplements, and other lifestyle changes, only to have your symptoms reappear as soon as...

3 Causes of Recurring Candida & What to Do

Are you battling with stubborn and recurring Candida overgrowth? Have you tried the Candida diet, Candida-fighting supplements, and other lifestyle changes, only to have your symptoms reappear as soon as...

The Stress & SIBO Connection

The Stress & SIBO Connection

Modern life is full of chronic stressors. These are often subtly present in your life, from smart devices and increasingly long working hours, to a steadily growing to-do list and...

The Stress & SIBO Connection

Modern life is full of chronic stressors. These are often subtly present in your life, from smart devices and increasingly long working hours, to a steadily growing to-do list and...

Person holding stomach - SIBO Bloating & How to Overcome It - Amy Myers MD®

SIBO Bloating & How to Overcome It

Does your stomach swell up so much after eating a meal that you struggle to button your pants? Or maybe you wake up with a flat tummy, only to look...

SIBO Bloating & How to Overcome It

Does your stomach swell up so much after eating a meal that you struggle to button your pants? Or maybe you wake up with a flat tummy, only to look...

Woman Clutching Stomach - The Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Disease Connection - Amy Myers, MD®

The Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Disease Connection

“You have an autoimmune disease.” The moment your doctor says those words, your life changes forever. It can be scary hearing about the symptoms, the side effects of the drugs, and...

The Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Disease Connection

“You have an autoimmune disease.” The moment your doctor says those words, your life changes forever. It can be scary hearing about the symptoms, the side effects of the drugs, and...

Woman laying on couch clutching head - Mercury Overload - Amy Myers MD®

Mercury Overload: What It Is & How It Affects Y...

You may be surprised to learn that even in our “clean” and modern world, mercury overload is much more common than you would think, and it is very often a...

Mercury Overload: What It Is & How It Affects Y...

You may be surprised to learn that even in our “clean” and modern world, mercury overload is much more common than you would think, and it is very often a...

6 Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy

6 Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy

Are you interested in detoxification, relaxation, and increased circulation? Have you been searching for a way to burn calories without adding pressure to your achy joints and muscles? If so,...

6 Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy

Are you interested in detoxification, relaxation, and increased circulation? Have you been searching for a way to burn calories without adding pressure to your achy joints and muscles? If so,...

The Problem with Grains and Legumes - Amy Myers MD®

The Problem with Grains and Legumes

Prominently situated at the base of the food pyramid, grains are promoted as the fiber-rich foundation of a healthy diet. Yet, to the surprise of many people, there is a...

The Problem with Grains and Legumes

Prominently situated at the base of the food pyramid, grains are promoted as the fiber-rich foundation of a healthy diet. Yet, to the surprise of many people, there is a...

Consultation - A functional Medicine Approach to Hyperthyroidism - Amy Myers MD®

A Functional Medicine Approach to Hyperthyroidism

A lot of articles and blog posts about thyroid disease tend to focus on the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid. However, it’s estimated that between 3 and 10 million people...

A Functional Medicine Approach to Hyperthyroidism

A lot of articles and blog posts about thyroid disease tend to focus on the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid. However, it’s estimated that between 3 and 10 million people...

Woman feeling for thyroid in neck - Thyroid Health - 4 Essential Nutrients - Amy Myers MD®

Thyroid Health Part VII: 4 Essential Nutrients

Your thyroid is your body’s engine, not only because it powers your whole body, but also because it requires many different interconnected parts, working in unison, to run smoothly. That...

Thyroid Health Part VII: 4 Essential Nutrients

Your thyroid is your body’s engine, not only because it powers your whole body, but also because it requires many different interconnected parts, working in unison, to run smoothly. That...

Child sipping water from a glass - The Toxin, Heavy Metal & Thyroid Connection - Amy Myers MD®

The Toxin, Heavy Metal & Thyroid Connection

This is the third article in a multi-part series on the thyroid. Follow along as we explore how the thyroid works and how you can use The Myers Way® Four Pillars...

The Toxin, Heavy Metal & Thyroid Connection

This is the third article in a multi-part series on the thyroid. Follow along as we explore how the thyroid works and how you can use The Myers Way® Four Pillars...

Thyroid Ultrasound - What Can Go Wrong with Your Thyroid - Amy Myers MD®

What Can Go Wrong with Your Thyroid

This is the first article in a multi-part series on the thyroid. Follow along as we explore how the thyroid works and how you can use The Myers Way® Four...

What Can Go Wrong with Your Thyroid

This is the first article in a multi-part series on the thyroid. Follow along as we explore how the thyroid works and how you can use The Myers Way® Four...

Person cleaning a counter with cleaning spray - Tame the toxins - Amy Myers MD®

The Myers Way® Pillar III: Tame the Toxins

In The Autoimmune Solution, I walk you through the four pillars of my protocol for preventing and reversing autoimmune disease. This is part three of a four-part series on each pillar....

The Myers Way® Pillar III: Tame the Toxins

In The Autoimmune Solution, I walk you through the four pillars of my protocol for preventing and reversing autoimmune disease. This is part three of a four-part series on each pillar....