111: Can You Do Keto If You Have Hashimoto's? Your Top Keto Questions Answered With Ben Azadi
Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations with Dr. Izabella WentzShow Notes
In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, Dr. Izabella Wentz interviews returning guest Ben Azadi to talk about some of the biggest keto facts and myths. Ben shares some fascinating answers to some of the most common questions about keto, including whether it's safe for people with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, the ideal daily carb count, how long someone should stay on keto, and how to avoid common pitfalls when getting started.
Ben explains why a well-formulated ketogenic diet can help support metabolic flexibility, reduce inflammation, and improve insulin sensitivity without requiring lifelong restriction. He also shares practical tips for managing common side effects like constipation and "keto breath," discusses who should approach keto with caution, and explains his “keto flex” approach, which encourages cycling in and out of ketosis. The conversation centers around the importance of personalization, food variety, and supporting overall health rather than following rigid dietary rules.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Whether you should do keto if you have Hashimoto's. One of the biggest myths surrounding thyroid health is that keto is completely off-limits. Ben shares a different perspective and explains why how you approach keto may matter more than whether you do it at all.
The surprisingly simple tweak that may make keto more sustainable. If the thought of giving up carbs forever has kept you from trying keto, you'll want to hear Ben's flexible approach that challenges the idea that ketosis has to be permanent.
Why keto sometimes causes constipation, bad breath, or even changes in body odor. These concerns may discourage people from sticking with keto – however, they aren’t that common. Discover what's actually happening in your body, plus simple strategies that will help you feel your best when you start keto.
If keto is really just bacon, butter, and cheese. Ben breaks down what a well-formulated ketogenic diet actually looks like, including several nutrient-dense foods that many people don't realize are keto-friendly.
The unexpected signs that your metabolism may be improving. Beyond weight loss, Ben discusses some surprising physical changes he's seen in people who improve their metabolic health and why they may reveal more than you think.
Whether eating the same healthy foods every day could backfire. Learn why food variety, seasonal eating, and metabolic flexibility may play a bigger role in long-term wellness than following any one diet perfectly.
Tune in to learn how to use the ketogenic diet strategically to support thyroid health, improve metabolic flexibility, and determine whether keto may be the right tool for your healing journey.
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