Many people diagnosed with hypothyroidism rely on medication for long-term control, yet still experience fatigue, slow metabolism, and failure to lose weight. Dr. Eric Berg points out that this is not a problem with the medication's effectiveness, but rather a misdiagnosis .
He emphasized that up to 90% of hypothyroidism cases are actually caused by Hashimoto's thyroiditis — an autoimmune disease where the problem lies not in the thyroid gland, but in the immune system itself.
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The real culprit: Immune system disorder, not thyroid dysfunction.
Hashimoto's disease is characterized by the immune system mistaking the thyroid gland for an "enemy" and releasing antibodies to attack its own tissues.
Therefore, traditional treatments that primarily involve "supplementing thyroid hormone" only suppress symptoms without addressing the underlying cause .
Dr. Berg described it as, "It's like treating the fever without finding the source of the infection."
He pointed out that if it is simply hypothyroidism, liver and gallbladder function should still be checked, because about 80% of thyroxine ( T4 ) in the body is converted into active T3 in the liver .
If you have fatty liver, have had your gallbladder removed, or have high estrogen levels, the conversion process may be hindered, leading to "pseudohypothyroidism".
Misconception 1: Cruciferous vegetables can damage the thyroid gland?
This is a long-standing myth circulating online. Dr. Berger clarified: "You would have to eat extremely large amounts of cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli and kale) over a long period of time to have any slight effect on iodine absorption."
On the contrary, these vegetables are rich in antioxidants and nutrients, which help regulate estrogen and reduce nodules , thus benefiting patients with Hashimoto's disease. As long as they are steamed or fermented before consumption and supplemented with an appropriate amount of iodine, both nutrition and safety can be ensured.
Misconception 2: It's just a thyroid disease and has nothing to do with immunity?
Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disease that is closely linked to viruses, gut health, and even stress.
Dr. Berg points out that ** Epstein - Barr virus ( EB virus) ** is believed to be related to this disease and may trigger the immune system to attack its own tissues.
Furthermore, the gut is the body 's immune system , comprising 70% of its components . When the diet contains irritants such as gluten, it can damage the intestinal mucosa and trigger an excessive immune response.
He emphasized, "To cure Hashimoto's disease, we cannot rely solely on medication; rather, we must comprehensively repair the immune system and gut health ."
Natural therapy approach: Starting with "anti-inflammatory"
Dr. Berger's core strategies include:
- A healthy version of the ketogenic diet : stabilizes blood sugar, reduces insulin resistance, and indirectly reduces inflammation.
- Intermittent fasting : promotes cell repair and helps the immune system restore balance.
- Supplementing nutrients :
- Selenium and zinc help with the conversion of T4 to T3 and support immune function.
- Vitamin D can regulate the immune response and prevent excessive self-attack.
- Stress reduction and sleep management : Stress is an "invisible culprit" in Hashimoto's disease, which can reactivate latent pathogens.
- Natural antiviral foods , such as garlic , help reduce viral load and indirectly alleviate immune imbalance.
Beyond Medicine: Reinterpreting "Health"
Dr. Berger cautions that mainstream views often overlook the relationship between the immune system and the gut. He states bluntly, "Many medical websites say that stress is unrelated to Hashimoto's disease, but in my 29 years of clinical experience, almost every Hashimoto's patient has been under chronic stress ."
He advised patients to reflect on their daily routines and learn to "retreat from battle mode" so that the recovery mechanism can truly be activated.
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Repairing the root cause provides a longer-lasting healing experience than medication.
The key to treating Hashimoto's thyroiditis lies not in stronger medications, but in helping the body to re-establish a clear distinction between friend and foe:
It stabilizes the immune system, repairs the gut, and reduces stress, allowing the thyroid gland to breathe again.
True recovery is not a temporary hormone boost, but a complete rebuilding of the body.
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRD6TSju_vM
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger's Chinese Health Knowledge
