In this video, Dr Cassie Smith shares ways to improve your health and address common thyroid issues including Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, and Graves. Further she explains the importance of checking proper thyroid lab tests (Free T3 and Free T4 levels), the role of the thyroid gland, and how thyroid hormones affect various functions in the body. Additionally she discusses the impact of inflammation, stress, sleep, and other factors on thyroid health. Finally, Dr Cassie Smith summarizes practical steps to optimize your thyroid function and overall well-being. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:21 Thyroid Hormones and Cellular Function 05:25 How People’s Symptoms Matter 08:16 Reverse T3 and Energy Wasting 08:50 Insulin Resistance 11:39 Factors Affecting T3 Absorption 14:10 Diagnosing and Treating Thyroid Disorders 16:12 Body’s Symptoms and Gut Health 17:22 Addressing Inflammation and Root Causes The information presented, including any materials discussed, referenced, or linked, within this podcast are for general educational purposes only—NOT the practice of medicine. No doctor-patient relationship is formed from you listening to this podcast or utilizing any of the information provided. I am a doctor, but I am not talking to you as your doctor. The information provided is not intended to diagnose or treat health problems, or take the place of the professional medical care provided by your doctor. If you are experiencing any health problems—including problems you believe have been touched upon in any respect within this podcast—you should consult your doctor about the problems without delay. You may ask your doctor whether he or she believes the information I have provided would be helpful to you, but you should still consult your doctor immediately and follow his or her medical advice as your treating physician. I’m just here to provide you basic knowledge about the issues we discuss so you are more aware of them and can better discuss them with your doctor. That’s why we call it “back to the basics”! Join me on the next episode as we continue our journey!