Thyroid 101: The Basics

New to a thryoid issue? Need to understand more about the way the thryoid works in the context of the entire body? This class is a perfect introduction to understanding the thyroid and how it works. Begin at the beginning with anatomy & physiology, discuss hypo, hyper and autoimmune thyroid issues as well as diet and lifestyle. If you're uncertain about any thyroid facts, just start here! As a bonus, you'll get a few freebies to help put your new education to work!

Thyroid Labs

Beyond the basics, this class will teach you how to interpret and understand thyroid labs.  Dr. Ballard covers the common, and not so common labs as well as regular and ideal reference ranges so you know exactly what to look for, and more importantly, what less than ideal labs can indicate about where things are going wrong! 

Hypothyroid Mastery

Hypothyroidism is incredibly common but all too often, not well managed.  If you suspect you have a thyroid problem but your labs are "normal" or if you have already been diagnosed but are not thrilled with the lifetime of medication as the only solution, this class is the perfect solution.  Join me, Dr. Ballard, as I share move beyond the basics of the thyroid and explain in a whole new way the details of how the thyroid works within the body, how it interacts with the other glands, and what you might need to change in your lifestyle/diet to start seeing your thyroid move toward normal function!

Hyperthyroid Mastery 

Expand your knowledge of they thyroid and why it speeds up.  This class is meant to fully explain the process while also diving into common labs, diet, lifestyle, and targeted nutritional intervetion to truly help you put into action what you've learned and redefine your health!

Autoimmune Thyroid Mastery

Sometimes good glands go bad.  Hashimoto's and Graves' are both so frustring!  All too often I see people diagnosed with an autoimmune thyroid condition, but they are still being managed exactly as they were without the autoimmune diagnosis.  I have plenty sit across from me and tell me that the option was medication or radiation.  I KNOW there are other options and if those options are what you're looking for then this class is for you!   Prepare for a whole new understanding of your body and autoimmune processes! 

Diet Overhaul

You can't simply exercise or supplement away a bad diet.  You can, however, follow some simple guidelines to start to build a strong foundation for health.  Diet changes can be easy if you follow a few "do's" and "don'ts."  With a few tips, you can totally overhaul your diet.  These are the common guidelines I give my patients and I want to share them with you!