Rachel Hill is a multi-award winning thyroid advocate, author and speaker. When she was in her early 20s, Rachel was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s after years of being unwell. Today, she’s on a mission to raise awareness around this autoimmune disease. 

In this episode, Nicole invites Rachel onto the show to discuss her personal autoimmune journey, the diet and lifestyle changes she’s made, how she manages her diagnosis, and why advocating for Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s is so important to her.

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EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• [01:47] - Rachel’s health journey with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s
• [08:20] - Rachel’s recovery process and how she manages her hypothyroidism
• [11:19] - Why restrictive diets is not the solution for autoimmunity
• [13:30] - Rachel’s diet and lifestyle pre-diagnosis and what she’s changed since then
• [25:36] - The reason behind writing You, Me and Hypothyroidism
• [32:33] - Having a strong support network when dealing with a chronic illness
• [34:23] - Thyroid Superhero and why Rachel decided to write a book for children who have parents suffering with thyroid issues

KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Rachel’s personal journey with Hypothyroidism, getting the diagnosis and managing it
• How Rachel’s eating and lifestyle habits have changed since being diagnosed
• The mission Rachel is on today to raise awareness around Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s
• Rachel’s 3 books and why each of them serves a different purpose 

IMPORTANT LINKS & MENTIONS:

• Check Out Rachel’s Books
• Connect with Rachel on Instagram
• Connect with Rachel on Facebook
• Join Rachel’s Free Newsletter
• Connect with Nicole on Instagram
• Visit the Goode Health Website
• Join Nicole’s Free Newsletter
• Get Started with the MitoImmune Way: The 12-Week Programme
• Unlocking the Mystery of Your Thyroid Results [Free Download]
• 30 Steps to Thyroid Health [Free Download]
• Get Access to the Thyroid Freedom™ Bundle

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