Needhee Rathore, founder of Hypothyroid365, tunes in all the way from Japan to join Melissa on the mic for our Everyday Woman series. While in medical school, Needhee was inspired to create Hypothyroid365 after her own health struggles and experiences with thyroid cancer and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Today, Needhee Rathore provides nutrition and fitness services specifically to women living with hypothyroidism, who often feel left out of popular wellness culture. Needhee’s program empowers women to regain control of their weight and energy levels so they can feel more confident and live happier lives. 

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Melissa’s hypothyroid diagnosis at 30 years old
  • Needhee’s struggle with thyroid cancer, Hashimotos, and hypothyroidism
  • The many symptoms of hypothyroidism: hair loss, fatigue, weight gain, and sensitivity to temperature
  • Thyroid lab tests + the conflicting medical opinions around what constitutes a low functioning thyroid
  • Being a critical thinker when it comes to your body, your thyroid, and your symptoms
  • Needhee’s coaching program Hypothyroid365, where she provides nutrition and fitness services to women with hypothyroidism
  • The meaning of Sisterhood

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