Health & Wellness Articles from Amy Myers, MD

Causes of Brain Fog & How to Get Rid of It - Woman suffering from brain fog - AMMD™
Woman sitting on toilet holding her stomach - Recognizing and Preventing SIBO: Your Comprehensive Guide - AMMD™
Detox
Gut Health
Recognizing and Preventing SIBO: Your Comprehensive Guide

Learn how to identify Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and 8 actionable tips to prevent occurrence or reoccurrence.

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Microscopic candida cells - Is Candida a Sexually Transmitted Disease? The Truth About Transmission - AMMD™
Is Candida a Sexually Transmitted Disease? The Truth About Transmission

Discover whether Candida is classified as an STD and effective prevention and treatment options to prevent overgrowth. Take charge of your health today.

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9 Symptoms of Leaky Gut & What To Do - Woman suffering from digestive discomfort - AMMD™
Health Focus
Leaky Gut
9 Symptoms of Leaky Gut & What To Do

Leaky gut syndrome may be the hidden culprit behind a wide range of frustrating health issues—from digestive troubles and brain fog to skin conditions, mood swings, and even autoimmune diseases. In this blog, we’ll dive into what leaky gut is, what causes it, and the most common leaky gut symptoms to watch out for. You’ll also learn how to test for intestinal permeability, how symptoms of leaky gut can impact your overall health, and the steps you can take to begin the healing process naturally.

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Slicing Whole Wheat Bread - Is Gluten to Blame for Your Thyroid Condition? - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
gluten
Is Gluten to Blame for Your Thyroid Condition?

There’s a connection between gluten and thyroid health, particularly for individuals with autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease. Research suggests that gluten can contribute to leaky gut, a condition that allows harmful substances to enter the bloodstream, triggering an immune response that may mistakenly attack the thyroid. This process, known as molecular mimicry, occurs because gluten proteins resemble thyroid tissue, leading the immune system to target both. Eliminating gluten from the diet can reduce inflammation, support gut repair, and improve thyroid function, making it a crucial step for those managing thyroid disease.

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