Hashimoto's Triggers: Eliminate Your Thyroid Symptoms By Finding And Removing Your Specific Autoimmune Triggers Paperback – February 28, 2018

2nd Update: Still reading and may not be even 1/2 way through reading the book. Why the rating?1) There is so much concrete information here.2) This is in depth and about as technical as most of us non-medical professionals can handle, however, Dr. Osansky is very good at making this highly technical information understandable.3) Comprehensive covers ALL the bases adrenal issues, triggers, stress, pathogens, diet, sleep, water, hormones, detox (chemical/electrical/+), exercise and more and as noted earlier there is a lot not just a smattering that leaves you wondering.4) There are tons of books out there on thyroid and even specifically Hashimotos but none compare to this; even the really good ones.5) My personal experience with this disorder. I was ready to start AIP when I started listening to the webinar, afterward, I was sure AIP was my next step. I've spent the past couple years+ clearing out pathogens, detoxing, upping the ante on dietary changes by getting tested for allergens and food sensitivities, I exercise regularly and daily practice multiple stress reduction techniques, am treating adrenal exhaustion, I'm on NDT and have been on 4 brands now plus years on Synthroid and Cytomel but my TSH is still high. When I increase my dose I get hyper (not good for adrenals or sleep and heart rate goes way up so exercise is difficult). I'm 11 days into the AIP and really feeling even better, I don't know where to turn to get that TSH down. I've felt horrible for over 20 years - brain fog, to overwhelmed to brush my teeth on a regular basis much less cook for myself. I have 3 great doctors (chiropractor, naturopath & general practitioner) who currently assist and direct (with more before- from coast to coast-literally San Franciso to Washington D.C.), but with my TSH high I have to do something else. I believe I have found the answers I need to turn this around. For some time now I have known my ultimate goal is to manage symptoms and then I found out it is possible to get the autoimmune component into remission, so that has been my newest goal. I hope to check back in with this review in another 2-4 weeks to update on progress. At this point, I recommend the digital version (handy to take along and the hard copy of the book - there is just too much information here and this is great reference information to have on hand and to be able to take to your doctor. This is breakthrough and must have information for anyone with Hashimoto's and probably Graves although Doc may have a book just on Graves since his personal experience is with that. I can't think of another medical condition that is so poorly handled by the traditional medical community, it's absurd and horrifying.1st Review: Upon receipt after the 1st day of not being able to put it down: Love the information in this book. If you want to heal your autoimmune Hashimoto's a must-read. I hope to check back in a month and post the outcome of following recommendations. Lots of information here, not just the usual sales pitch as so many of these things are becoming. I recommend the online lecture series also. I have a number of thyroid books and have read many but this is a keeper. Thanks, Dr.Osansky

Dr. Osansky has carefully researched and written a very detailed description of what Hashimoto’s is, how individuals develop it, and ways to restore one’s health. "Hashimoto’s Triggers" is both a guide and textbook, and “the devil is in in the details.” The information and explanations can be very technical, but Dr. Osansky’s conversational writing style encourages those of us who are not very familiar the human physiology to keep reading. He acknowledges those portions that are more difficult to understand and notes the chapters that will explain the information in more detail. The book is divided into five sections: understanding the autoimmune component of Hashimoto’s, what triggers or causes Hashimoto’s, identifying an individual’s specific triggers, how to remove the triggers, and frequently asked questions. The first four sections have chapters which focus on more specific information. The topic for each chapter is clearly stated, and each chapter ends with a summary of the main points of the chapter. References follow each chapter. What is missing is a glossary of terms."Hashimoto’s Triggers" is both a book of general knowledge and one that emphasizes the individuality of each Hashimoto’s patient. It is the individuality that makes treatment so challenging. The book has value for patients, patients’ families, and for medical practitioners. Having all of this information in one book would have been so helpful when I was first diagnosed with a “slightly low thyroid.” It is a good starting point for understanding what is happening and how to address the condition. I will definitely keep coming back to "Hashimoto’s Triggers" for information and for answers to questions as I continue my journey to improved health.

If you're ​interested in the science/studies behind many of the common recommendations for Hashimoto's & Graves patients, you'll find it here. One thing that is very nice is that there are bullet points at the end of each chapter, which summarize key ideas. Tip: Read through the bullet points first to decide if you need to read the full chapter for explanation. Scientific material can be rather dry at times, and the author has a tendency to repeat the same ideas in different chapters. That's both a plus and a minus. A plus, because it reinforces them; a minus, because some parts can get tedious. The book is very thorough. Suggestions are presented, but with the caveat that some people do well by doing just the opposite. This is because each patient is unique. Don't let that stop you from experimenting with several suggestions to see what works for you. It is a comprehensive reference for a thyroid patient on a quest to feel better.