I was preparing for a thyroid workshop a few weeks ago when a man and a woman walked in to our Tustin clinic. He had found us online, and wanted his wife to attend the workshop that evening. Perfect timing, especially since her doctors wanted to radiate and destroy her thyroid gland, and they were looking for other solutions to her problems.

When they radiate someone’s thyroid gland, they are trying to destroy all the thyroid tissue using an iodine pill. Although it’s impossible to remove all of the tissue, they try to in order to prevent the thyroid from being overactive.

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The danger of an overactive thyroid (or hyperthyroidism) is that it can cause a “thyroid storm”, which is where the body’s processes go haywire and the thyroid attacks the heart and heart valves. This is why many hyperthyroid patients have heart palpitations and a racing pulse, and eventually the condition can destroy the heart. Additional symptoms of hyperthyroidism include increased weight loss without dieting, anxiety, nervousness, depression, gastrointestinal problems and inward trembling. They also usually get put on anti-psychotic, anti-anxiety and anti-depressant medication to control the condition.

This patient actually had Grave’s Disease, which is a little different than hyperthyroidism, as it’s an autoimmune condition causing the hyperthyroidism. She had been placed on a couple of the medications, and wanted to find an alternate way of managing her condition.

We found the triggers for her autoimmune condition and started managing it accordingly, and now she brings my clinic a feast every week in order to thank us for giving her life back to her! We helped her manage her weight loss, eliminate her fatigue and increase her stamina, she can spend time with her family, entertain more, play with her children and cut out the daily naps that were the only way she could combat her exhaustion.

All of these great results were achieved without removing her thyroid, which is the only treatment that her doctors said would help her. The medical model’s only approach to Grave’s Disease or hyperthyroidism is to wipe out the thyroid, then put them on hypothyroid medication for the rest of their life—because without a thyroid, they will have all the symptoms of an underperforming thyroid gland.

By finding the patients triggers for her autoimmune condition, which included adrenal gland issues, food sensitivities and emotional stressors, we were able to eliminate most of her symptoms. We supported her immune system, slightly modified her lifestyle and removed certain foods from her diet, and now she’s able to live her life to the fullest again, without surgery and without medication for hyperthyroidism or Grave’s Disease.

Are you suffering from hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Grave’s Disease, or any other autoimmune conditions? Would you like to learn how to manage your symptoms without medication or surgery? If so, please contact us by using our online form or by calling (714) 731-7680 for a phone consultation.

The Center For Disease Control estimates that 25.8 million U.S. children and adults have diabetes, or about 8.3 percent of the population. Diagnosed cases compose 18.8 of that total, with undiagnosed cases accounting for 7 million. Type II Diabetes sufferers make up 90-95% of that number, and the condition can develop in people of any age. And although it’s generally advised that Type II Diabetes can be managed with exercise and a healthy diet, we at the Tustin Chronic Condition Center look more deeply than that.

Unfortunately, Type II Diabetes is usually brought upon the sufferer by the sufferer.

What do we mean by that?

Simply put, the body’s cells were bombarded by insulin for so long, they finally shut themselves down to allow insulin to come in to your body. Insulin brings glucose into your cells, allowing them to function optimally and provide the body with energy. If you’re experiencing severe fatigue, a lack of glucose getting to the cells is probably the problem.

Insulin-resistant diabetes is completely reversible, and don’t let your doctor tell you any different. Do not let them prescribe medication for you, as this will just make your condition worse.

Type II Diabetes can be managed with small changes to your diet and lifestyle—this means taking personal responsibility for your health. If you start our program, we need a commitment from you that you will help us help you by following our guidelines.

We run the same tests for Type II Diabetics as we do for Type I Diabetics. Why? Because we find many symptoms are affecting both types of diabetes cases. We also put Type II Diabetics on certain nutritional supplementation that allow the receptor sites to open back up and allow the insulin to come in, bringing in the glucose and energy back to your body. Then your body can start functioning normally again.

When your body is resistant to insulin, insulin still flows through your bloodstream, but instead of being used, it builds up and gets converted into lipids or triglycerides. High triglyceride counts translate to high cholesterol, which then causes the build up of plaque in your arteries, which moves you into high blood pressure and arterial sclerosis, which can cause heart attacks, strokes and heart disease—all for something that can be completely reversed without medication.

Does this sound like the solution you’re looking for?

Then you’ve found the right place, and we can help you with this reversal process.

Many Type II Diabetics also suffer from peripheral neuropathy, or in common language, the loss of feeling in your extremities, such as your hands, fingers, feet and toes. We have specific therapies to help rebuild the nerves and return the feeling to these areas. Typically what starts to happen is the feet going numb, and this numbness can lead to balance disorders and accidents like tripping or falling, which is dangerous at any age. All of this is due to the fact that metabolically, your body is very unhealthy—your blood circulation and your nerves are basically starting to die off!

In order to walk normally, your feet have to communicate with your brain, and when this numbness occurs, the brain only “hears” that communication as pain, usually in the form of tingling or “pins and needles” sensations, that can continue all day, and all night.

We combine the neurological and metabolic work with the therapies for the peripheral neuropathy so you’re not suffering from balance disorders and painful tingling and numbness in the hands and feet.

Did you know that if a diabetic receives a cut on the foot, the wounds don’t heal properly? This can lead to severe conditions such as gangrene, which can result in amputation of toes and even feet. We know that no one wants to have a foot amputated because of a condition that is totally reversible. We know that there are sufferers out there who are serious about regaining control of their life, and those are the potential patients we want to work with.

Fill out our form to schedule your complimentary consultation or call 714-731-7680 if you are interested in working with Dr. Corey King. A five-minute phone consultation will be scheduled with Dr. King before an office visit so that he can personally evaluate your situation and make sure that it’s the right fit for both doctor and patient. We look forward to helping you achieve your health goals—and change your life.

Are you still suffering from your thyroid conditions? Are you frustrated by being told that your lab tests are “normal”? Most importantly, would you like to have your old life back?

If you’ve found your way here, you are most likely still looking for answers to your thyroid gland disorder. If you are still having the same symptoms while on your medication, or just looking for a holistic, natural method to manage your thyroid disorder, you’ve finally found a place that will truly help you.

If you are you suffering from the following symptoms, please read on:

• Tiredness and fatigue
• Weight gain
• Hair loss
• Gastrointestinal issues
• Depression and anxiety
• Heart palpitations
• Inward trembling
• Insomnia

Think of it this way: your body is like your car, your blood is like your oil and your brain is like your motor. What happens to your car’s motor if you don’t change the oil for three years, five years or even ten years? That’s right—your motor becomes damaged and the car stops working.

I am the only doctor in the Tustin area that is using both neurological and metabolic therapy to help patients with thyroid disorders, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.

What we do is work with patients neurologically to rebuild that car motor. The brain is the most important organ in the body, and it can weaken. In the medical profession, this is called “brain degeneration”, and it’s what you see in dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s patients. The bottom line? If your brain is not working in harmony with the rest of the body, you will continue to have symptoms.

But if we only deal with the neurological side, all the hard work will be lost. We need to look at all organs in the body, because the body only functions when everything is working cohesively. For instance, if the adrenal glands aren’t working properly, liver congestion or a bad gut, do you think that will affect your thyroid gland? Absolutely.

The medical doctors are great at working with you when there’s a crisis or emergency, but few are great at getting your body functioning optimally, and that’s where practitioners like me come in. We go in depth to find out what’s happening in your body by running a full blood panel, which gives us a great deal of information. For instance, 90% of our patients have an autoimmune disorder, which means the body is attacking itself; Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder, as is multiple sclerosis (MS), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), lupus and Celiac/Crohn’s disease—it all comes down to which tissue the body is attacking.

It’s like what happens if you pour gasoline on a forest fire; it will consume everything in its path. So, if no one is addressing your immune system and just giving you medication for your thyroid gland, yet you’re still suffering from the symptoms—that’s a huge piece of the puzzle in finding the solution to your thyroid problems.

We also look closely at the adrenal and pituitary glands in regards to the thyroid glands (more on that soon in another blog!), and look at the intestinal tract for bacteria, parasites, mold and yeast. Why? It’s simple: your gastrointestinal system is 60% of your immune system, and if you have a bad gut, your body just CAN’T HEAL. We need to know if we need to start with your gut to support your immune system that will then support your thyroid.

We’re not done yet. We also run genetic testing to look for food sensitivities and their cross reactive foods (those foods your body will still react to, even if you have stopped eating the food you are sensitive to). If you’re sensitive to certain foods, it can be making your condition worse! We will also go into these in more detail in future blogs. Managing your condition from a dietary standpoint is essential, otherwise the condition will never improve.

After reading the information in this blog, you should be able to see what makes us unique from other heath care practitioners: thorough, proper testing in all aspects of your body.

If you are tired of the Russian Roulette system of medication after medication, if you’re tired of living with your symptoms or if you’re seeing them increase, please contact us immediately to schedule a consultation, (714) 731-7680.

What are thyroid nodules and do you need a surgery?

“My doctor says I have thyroid nodules, do I need surgery?”

I get this question A LOT! In order to answer the question, you must first understand what nodules are and why they develop.

Many times, thyroid nodules begin growing as an innate protective mechanism from your body to protect your thyroid gland’s tissue. What does that mean? Well, your body will do everything in its power to protect your thyroid from “bad guys“.

Who are the “bad guys”? Great question! A majority of the time, nodules grow in response to an autoimmune condition called, Hashimoto’s Disease. In my other blogs, you have learned that Hashimoto’s Disease is an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid gland. During the autoimmune attack, your body will try and grow a protective shield to protect your thyroid gland’s tissue from being destroyed.

Endocrinologists do a great job of making sure your nodule is not cancerous (the doctors typically biopsy the tissue). As long as the nodule is not malignant, and the size of the nodule is not causing difficulty swallowing or speaking, I don’t feel there is any major concern.

Thyroid nodules surgery?

If there is not a major concern, then why have thyroid nodule removal surgery? Trust me, surgery is NOT fun. I have had 35 major broken bones and 11 major surgeries. I avoid surgery at all costs, but sometimes it is necessary. With that being said, sometimes surgery is not necessary.

I feel that nodules, specifically due to Hashimoto’s Disease, are not worth having surgery. Not matter how small the surgery, there are risks involved.

If you are a patient that has been told you need surgery to remove a thyroid nodule, make sure your doctor has run your thyroid antibodies, TPO and TBG. If those antibodies come back positive, you have Hashimoto’s Disease. Remember, Hashimoto’s Disease is the most common reason for thyroid nodules. If you have this condition, then you must figure out how to control the autoimmune condition. In other words, go after the cause, not the effect. Because, if you have the nodule removed, and do nothing about the Hashimoto’s Disease, nodules can keep coming back.

In my next blog, I will discuss other reasons for nodules to grow on your thyroid gland. In the meantime, if you have nodules on your thyroid gland and have been told you need surgery, give me a call and let’s discuss your options (866) 375-4641 or schedule your complimentary phone consultation.