Does functional thyroid treatment work?
40 people answered this on the record, across 19 organisations. The change they described most often was symptoms resolved or reduced — 14 of 40 raised it unprompted. 11 described improved mood, anxiety or stress. The timeframe described most often was 2 weeks – 2 months. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-08-13. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Symptom relief | 14 of 40 | 35% |
| Mood & stress | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| Family & relationships | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| More energy | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Better sleep | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Felt supported | 6 of 40 | 15% |
- “Eric I have experienced severe symptoms of hyperthyroidism associated with Graves and Hashimoto autoimmune disease My symptoms that were horrible from not being able to sleep, to panics and anxiety attacks which led m…”Roxana Correia
- “Eric I have experienced severe symptoms of hyperthyroidism associated with Graves and Hashimoto autoimmune disease My symptoms that were horrible from not being able to sleep, to panics and anxiety attacks which led m…”Roxana Correia
- “I'm able to do things with my family.”Sarah Abts
- “Never being able to lose weight, had zero energy.”Gabriella Calegari
How long it took them
- 2 weeks – 2 months · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchRoxana Achieved Full Remission from Graves’ Disease and Avoided Thyroid SurgeryRoxana Correia achieved full remission from Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s through Save My Thyroid’s natural protocols. After facing severe anxiety, panic attacks, and emergency room visits, she successfully avoided recommended radioactive iodine and thyroid…Roxana Correia · Save My Thyroid- Dr Amie HornamanWatchSarah Abts Lost 45 Pounds and Regained Independence After 14 YearsSarah Abts regained her life through Dr. Amie Hornaman’s one-on-one program after 14 years of untreated Hashimoto's. Sarah reported losing 45 pounds since starting in October, transitioning from being unable to work or drive to full independence. She credits…Sarah Abts · Dr Amie Hornaman
WatchFrom POTS and Chronic Anxiety to Training for a 5K RaceJennifer Griffin credits F8 Wellcenters with restoring her health after conventional medicine failed to address her POTS and Hashimoto's. By healing her gut and following a personalized plan from Dr. Ben and Amy Anderson, she transitioned from being unable to…Jennifer Griffin · F8 wellcenters
WatchOvercoming Infertility and Gut Issues to Conceive Naturally After 11 Failed IUIsMediha achieved a successful pregnancy through Reimagined Health after failing 11 IUIs and various medical treatments. By addressing gut issues, environmental toxins, and a hidden wheat allergy in her thyroid medication, she conceived naturally within a few m…Mediha · Reimagined Health
WatchRetired Lieutenant Colonel Resolves Chronic Thyroid Issues and Lyme Disease SymptomsLinda DuMoulin achieved health restoration at Dr. Glenn Wilcox’s Wise Medicine after 26 years of undiagnosed thyroid issues. By testing reverse T3 and free T3 levels that other doctors missed, Dr. Wilcox identified the root cause of her weight gain and fatigu…Linda DuMoulin · Dr. Glenn Wilcox and Wise Medicine
WatchRegaining Energy and Sleep Through Personalized Hormone Optimization and Holistic CareJill Chmielewski, a registered nurse, credits Radiant Health Collaborative for helping her feel like her "old self" again. By partnering with Heathar Parisi for hormone optimization and hypothyroidism management, Jill achieved better sleep, improved daily fun…Jill Chmielewski · Radiant Health Collaborative
WatchDr. Palermo Enhances Patient Outcomes Through Root-Cause Functional Medicine and CompoundingDr. Nicholas Palermo recommends Pioneer Health Center for their evidence-based compounding and functional medicine expertise. By integrating co-factors like Vitamin D and zinc into thyroid treatments and utilizing custom formulations like troches and gummies,…Dr. Palermo · Pioneer Health Center
WatchDr. Gregory Woeste Achieves Tremendous Clinical Results Using DesBio Omni Cleanse ProtocolDr. Gregory Woeste reports that DesBio provided the necessary structure for his functional medicine practice, specifically through the Omni Cleanse Protocol. He achieved tremendous results, including the elimination of patient food cravings and emotional conn…Dr Gregory Woeste · Des Bio
WatchNurse Practitioner Achieves Natural Pregnancy After Overcoming Thyroid Cancer and Mold IllnessKate Li achieved a natural pregnancy through Health Youniversity after navigating thyroid cancer and mold illness. Guided by Dr. Susan Fox’s 20+ years of expertise, Kate implemented a six-month detox protocol and lifestyle changes. Despite previous egg freezi…Kate Li · Health Youniversity
What they doubted first
- “Sarah Abts considered the program completely worth the investment, noting she had already spent over $100,000 on other doctors without results. She was so convinced by Dr. Amie's expertise that she told her husband she had to work with her regardless of the c…”Sarah Abts
- “While we were in Sausalito, my husband and I moved into a new home that ended up having water damage and I had started losing a good bit of weight and unsure why and a little bit worried that my cancer had come back.”Kate Li
- “And what I found is that there are a lot of techniques I can use to tremendously calm my nervous system, even in the face of all these demands from all these different businesses.”Ryan Sobel
Follow-up questions they answered
- Can I avoid thyroid surgery if I have severe hyperthyroidism symptoms?
- Yes, Roxana Correia successfully avoided surgery and radioactive iodine by using Dr. Eric Osansky's natural protocols. Despite endocrinologists warning her of a potential thyroid storm, she achieved remission and proved her conventional doctors wrong. — Roxana Correia
- How does Dr. Eric Osansky help with thyroid-related anxiety and panic attacks?
- Roxana reported that her severe anxiety and panic attacks, which previously led to ER visits and prescriptions for Lorazepam, stopped after starting the program. She credits the program's focus on diet and lifestyle for stabilizing her condition. — Roxana Correia
- Is Dr. Eric Osansky's thyroid program trustworthy?
- Roxana stated she trusted Dr. Eric because he personally suffered from autoimmune hyperthyroidism. She felt his firsthand experience and deep knowledge provided the guidance she couldn't find elsewhere. — Roxana Correia
- Is the investment in Dr. Amie Hornaman's program worth the cost?
- Sarah Abts considered the program completely worth the investment, noting she had already spent over $100,000 on other doctors without results. She was so convinced by Dr. Amie's expertise that she told her husband she had to work with her regardless of the cost. — Sarah Abts
- What kind of support does Dr. Amie Hornaman provide during the program?
- Sarah Abts reported feeling highly supported, receiving direct access to Dr. Amie's phone number for questions. She noted that Dr. Amie responded to texts much faster than expected and provided extensive educational tools to help her understand her condition. — Sarah Abts
- Can Dr. Amie Hornaman help with long-term untreated Hashimoto's?
- Yes, Sarah Abts had gone 14 years without proper medication or treatment for Hashimoto's before finding Dr. Amie. Through the program, she was able to lose weight, reduce stress, and return to normal activities like driving and attending sporting events. — Sarah Abts