Elle Russ is the #1 bestselling author of The Paleo Thyroid Solution—a groundbreaking book that has transformed thyroid health worldwide and has been translated into multiple languages. She is also the creator of The Ultimate Thyroid Course, the most comprehensive thyroid education program available, empowering people to finally get the answers conventional medicine has missed.

Elle’s expertise has been featured in Mind Body Green, Success Magazine, Entrepreneur, Prevention, HuffPost, and countless top health podcasts. Through her work she has helped thousands in over 20 countries reclaim their energy, metabolism, and vitality.

Known for her unapologetic, results-driven approach, Elle blends cutting-edge science with real-world strategies that deliver lasting change for those failed by mainstream medicine. Learn more at ElleRuss.com

You can also get her FREE Thyroid Guide + Video Series at FreeThyroidGuide.com.

DISCLAIMER
The information shared in this episode is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Every individual is unique, and if you suspect a thyroid or hormonal issue, please consult your healthcare provider for proper evaluation and guidance.

Also, I want to emphasize that this discussion is not intended as criticism of doctors or the medical profession. As a physician myself, I have deep respect for my colleagues and for the challenges of modern healthcare. However, Elle’s story is a powerful real-life example of how our fast-paced healthcare system can sometimes leave people searching for answers — and how empowering patients with knowledge can bridge that gap. My goal with this conversation is to open up a dialogue, encourage understanding, and inspire better collaboration between patients and practitioners.

SHOW NOTES
Elle shares her powerful personal story of being misdiagnosed for years before discovering she had severe hypothyroidism — and how proper treatment changed her life. Together, we explore why thyroid issues are so common in women, why they’re often missed, and what you can do to support your thyroid naturally.

In this episode:

• Elle’s journey from misdiagnosis to healing
• Why thyroid health is key to metabolism and energy
• Common signs your thyroid needs support
• The full thyroid panel you should ask for
• How diet, stress, and lifestyle affect thyroid function
• Empowering yourself to work with your doctor and advocate for your health

LINKS
Elle’s website:

https://www.elleruss.com/

Get Elle’s FREE Thyroid Guide:

https://www.elleruss.com/thyroid-guide

Elle’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/_elleruss?igsh=MWpkMTc4cTljcmt0aA==

Thomas N. Seyfried is Professor of Biology at Boston College, and received his Ph.D. in Genetics and Biochemistry from the University of Illinois, Urbana, in 1976. He did his undergraduate work at the University of New England and holds a Master's degree in Genetics from Illinois State University, Normal, IL. He was a Postdoctoral Fellow & Assistant Professor in the Neurology Dept. at the Yale University School of Medicine. He presently serves on several editorial boards, including those for Nutrition & Metabolism, Neurochemical Research, the Journal of Lipid Research, and ASN Neuro, where he is a Senior Editor. Dr. Seyfried has over 200 peer reviewed publications and is author of the book, Cancer as a Metabolic Disease: On the Origin, Management, and Prevention of Cancer (Wiley Press). His book was recently translated into Chinese and is now under contract for translation into Turkish. His full list of peer-reviewed publications can be found on PubMed.

Dr. Seyfried’s PubMed publications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Thomas+Seyfried

Dr. Seyfried’s YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@talkingcancer-u4k?si=lev6fert7fiIAfti

Dr. Seyfried’s X account:

https://x.com/tnseyfried

Dr. Seyfried’s Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/thomasseyfriedbc/

Link to organization to which people can donate to support Dr. Seyfried’s work: https://www.foundationformetaboliccancertherapies.com/index.php?option=com_jdonation&view=donation&campaign_id=1&Itemid=104

Show Notes

In this episode, we cover the following:

• Cancer is driven by defective energy metabolism, not genetic mutations.
• All major cancers share the same core problem: dysfunctional mitochondria.
• The Warburg Effect shows cancer cells use fermentation even in the presence of oxygen.
• Cancer triggers are diverse but all link to mitochondrial failure (the oncogenic paradox).
• Oxygen consumed by cancer cells is not used for efficient energy production.
• Ketogenic diets and glutamine targeting can starve cancer cells.
• Metabolic therapy applies broadly across most cancer types.
• Seed oils likely contribute to mitochondrial damage and chronic disease.
• We have significant control over cancer risk through diet and lifestyle.
• The idea that meat causes cancer is likely overstated and not well-supported.
• How cancer spreads.
• Rising cancer rates in young people.
• Future cancer management should shift toward metabolic therapies over genetic treatments.
• Seyfried encourages future doctors to question dogma and focus on energy metabolism.

[Disclaimer: All health and nutritional information on this podcast should not take place of medical or professional advice. Although I am a medical doctor, I am not your healthcare provider. This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not substitute the advice from your healthcare professional. Always consult with your physician / healthcare provider prior to making any exercise, dietary, medical, or lifestyle decisions. Those who do not seek counsel from the appropriate healthcare provider assume the liability of any injury / adverse events which may occur. Do not follow the advice in this episode if you do not wish to be bound by this disclaimer.]

In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking to none other than Sally K. Norton, Ivy-league Nutritionist & Author of the book, "Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick-and How to Get Better.”

Sally K. Norton, MPH holds a nutrition degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in Public Health. Her path to becoming a leading expert on dietary oxalate includes a prior career working at major medical schools in medical education and public health research. Her personal healing experience inspired years of research that led to her book, Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick-and How to Get Better which was released in January 2023 from Rodale Press and is available everywhere books are sold.

If you’re eating a healthy diet and you’re still dealing with fatigue, inflammation, anxiety, recurrent injuries, or chronic pain, the problem could be your spinach, almonds, sweet potatoes, and other trusted plant foods!

And your key to vibrant health may be quitting these so-called superfoods!!

After suffering for decades from chronic health problems, nutrition educator Sally K. Norton, MPH, discovered that the culprits were the chemical toxins called oxalates lurking within her “healthy,” organic plant-heavy diet. Her book shines light on how our modern diets are overloaded with oxalates and offers fresh solutions to this problem.

For more information, visit SallyKNorton.com or follow Sally on social media. She’s @sknorton and @toxicsuperfoods_oxalate_book (on Instagram), @BeFreeToThrive (on Facebook), Sally K. Norton (on YouTube), and @BetterLowOx (on Twitter)

In this episode, we talked about:

• What oxalates are and why they are problematic to our health
• What foods are high in oxalates and what foods are low in oxalates
• Why some foods like spinach have been wrongly labelled ‘superfoods’
• How much oxalates our body tolerates per day
• Symptoms of oxalate overload
• How oxalates are affecting our kids
• How to heal from oxalate overload

and so much more!

[Disclaimer: All health and nutritional information on this podcast should not take place of medical or professional advice. Although I am a medical doctor, I am not your healthcare provider. This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not substitute the advice from your healthcare professional. Always consult with your physician / healthcare provider prior to making any exercise, dietary, medical, or lifestyle decisions. Those who do not seek counsel from the appropriate healthcare provider assume the liability of any injury / adverse events which may occur. Do not follow the advice in this episode if you do not wish to be bound by this disclaimer.]