Struggling to persist with your thyroid health routine—no matter how much you want to feel better? It’s not just about discipline. There’s often a deeper reason you keep falling off track.

In this conversation, functional medicine practitioner Leigh Brandon breaks down why willpower isn’t enough—and what to do instead. He shares the six foundational habits that support your health at the root, from better sleep and hydration to how you think. Leigh also explains how your ‘why’, your values, and even your subconscious childhood beliefs can shape your ability to follow through. Plus, hear about practical tools (like his “Stickability” method) to help you stay consistent, even when life throws curveballs. This episode feels less like a lecture and more like a sit-down with someone who gets it.

If you’re ready to shift from stuck to steady on your thyroid health journey, this is the episode you won’t want to miss, tune in now!

Episode Timeline:

0:00 - Podcast Overview

1:12 - Podcast Intro

1:44 - Meet Leigh Brandon and His Holistic Health Journey

2:55 - The Moment That Changed Everything

6:13 - A Lifelong Commitment to Learning

6:43 - Building Your Health Toolbox

8:10 - Why Knowledge Isn’t Enough

8:55 - How Beliefs Drive Your Actions

9:26 - What a Growth Mindset Really Means

11:29 - Common Reasons Health Goals Fail

14:40 - Planning for Real-Life Setbacks

17:32 - Why Advice Alone Doesn’t Work

19:00 - The Subconscious Runs the Show

20:50 - Short Break

22:03 - How Your Mind Reacts to Your Environment

26:45 - Understanding Survival Archetypes

30:10 - The Six Health Foundations You Need

37:20 - Reducing Exposure to EMFs

37:34 - Detoxing Inside and Out

37:51 - How Detoxification Actually Works

39:06 - Why Core Values Keep You on Track

39:49 - The Four Doctors Within You

41:44 - What Stickability Really Teaches

43:10 - Where to Connect with Leigh Brandon

43:52 - Final Thanks

43:57 - Podcast Outro

44:19 - Wrapping Up the Episode

About Leigh Brandon:

Leigh Brandon is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Practitioner, CHEK Faculty Instructor, author and podcast host. His extensive training and years of clinical experience has given Leigh the ability to provide a truly holistic approach to helping his clients over the years, which they have found very effective, often times after other approaches hadn’t helped.

Connect with Leigh Brandon:

• Leigh Brandon’s Stickability Course
• Leigh Brandon’s Podcast
• Leigh Brandon’s Youtube

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Imagine a treatment that could reduce bulging eyes and double vision from thyroid eye disease but comes with serious risks. Is it worth it?

Tepezza offers hope, promising relief from inflammation and vision issues in TED. But with side effects and staggering costs (often denied by insurance), many patients and doctors are torn. In this episode, Dr. Eric takes a deeper look at how Tepezza works and explores why its risks leave some questioning if it’s the right choice. Through real patient stories and expert insights, we unpack the tough trade-offs.

Straight talk, real stories, and expert insights—everything you need to weigh the risks and benefits.Tune in now!

Episode Timeline:

0:04 – When is Tepezza the right choice for thyroid eye disease?

0:20 – Tepezza as a New Medication

0:41 – How does Tepezza actually work?

0:53 – The symptoms Tepezza can target and help

1:13 – Stopping disease progression with Tepezza

1:34 – Dr. Eric’s initial skepticism on Tepezza

1:39 – What do patients actually think of Tepezza?

2:08 – The big issue: High costs and insurance roadblocks

3:30 – A patient’s temporary hearing loss experience

4:14 – Other side effects to keep in mind

6:36 – How do you weigh the risks against the benefits?

7:10 – Tepezza’s impact on autoimmune disease

8:31 – Extra infusions and battling insurance approval

8:12 – Dr. Eric’s stance on Tepezza

8:41 – The challenge of making treatment decisions

9:43 – Severe TED and exploring natural treatments

10:06 – Tackling both autoimmune and eye symptoms

10:44 – Final thoughts on Tepezza

12:01 – Wrapping up the podcast

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Thyroid Eye Disease Cause | A New Treatment For Thyroid Eye Disease
• My Thoughts on Tepezza and Thyroid Eye Disease - Save My Thyroid Podcast
• Thyroid Eye Disease Chat with Dr. Rani Banik - Save My Thyroid Podcast

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Your thyroid doesn’t just need food—it needs the right nutrients. Are you getting enough?

Key nutrients like iodine, selenium, magnesium and zinc are essential to thyroid function. Yet modern diets, stress, and medications can deplete them. In this episode, I discuss how these deficiencies can lead to fatigue, weight fluctuations, and brain fog—and why simply eating "healthy" isn’t always enough. We also bust common myths about thyroid-friendly foods and what truly supports optimal thyroid health.

Small changes can make a big impact. Discover how to fuel your thyroid for better energy and overall well-being—tune in now!

Episode Timeline:

0:00 - Episode Start

0:05 - Episode Overview

1:12 - Podcast Intro

1:51 – Three Common Myths About Diet and Thyroid Health

4:57 – Nutrient Deficiency vs. Nutrient Insufficiency Why Both Matter

5:41 – Modern Diets Lack Nutrients The Hidden Gaps in Your Food

6:08 – Gut Health and Nutrient Absorption - Why It Matters for Your Thyroid

6:51 – Essential Nutrients Your Thyroid Needs to Function

6:59 – Iodine for Thyroid Health Striking the Right Balance

8:45– Iron’s Role in Thyroid Function and Energy Levels

9:20 – How to Test for Iron Deficiency and What to Look For

10:07 – Selenium and Zinc for Immunity and Thyroid Support

10:55 – Vitamin A and Its Impact on Thyroid Hormone Sensitivity

11:58 – Omega-3s for Thyroid Support and Inflammation Reduction

12:39 – Magnesium for Sleep Digestion and Thyroid Function

13:04 – Vitamin D The Key to a Strong Immune System and Healthy Thyroid

14:07 – Testing for Deficiencies Which Nutrients You Should Check

14:58 – Signs You Might Have a Nutrient Deficiency

16:10 – Why Symptoms Alone Aren’t Enough to Diagnose Deficiencies

16:49 - Short Break

17:59 – Medications That Can Block Nutrient Absorption

18:37 – How Environmental Toxins Deplete Essential Nutrients

18:57– The Impact of Stress and Sleep on Nutrient Levels

21:26 – How to Restore Nutrient Balance and Replenish Deficiencies

25:32 – Why Home-Cooked Meals Help Prevent Deficiencies

26:02 – When and How to Use Supplements for Thyroid Health

27:35 - Podcast Outro

27:58 – Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways for this Episode

Mentioned in the Episode:

Dr. Eric’s Books:

• The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet: Reverse Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease and Save Your Thyroid Through Diet and Lifestyle Changes eBook
• Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease 3rd Edition: Osansky, Eric M.

Newsletter:

• Healthy Gut Healthy Thyroid Newsletter

Free resources for your thyroid health

Get your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.com

High-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s

Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by

Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?

Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com

Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/

To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/