Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology: Nutrition Protocols and Healing Recipes to Take Charge of Your Thyroid Health

by Izabella Wentz

“When I was in pharmacy school, I discovered that food has a profound impact on our healing and that what we put in our bodies will either heal us or make us sicker. In the same way that we use pharmaceuticals to impact our biology, we can use food as our medicine. I call this concept food pharmacology. Food is one of the most powerful tools in your healing journey.” - Dr. Izabella Wentz More than 35 million Americans currently suffer from Hashimoto’s—the country’s fastest-growing autoimmune disease, which affects the thyroid gland and causes the body to attack its own cells. Many individuals with or without a formal diagnosis suffer daily symptoms, including chronic cough, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies, persistent pain, hair loss, brain fog, and forgetfulness. Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology combines Dr. Izabella Wentz’s revolutionary and proven approach to reversing thyroid symptoms with delicious, easy-to-use recipes that delight the taste buds while they heal the body. Inside you will • 125 delicious and nutritious recipes for salads, smoothies, bone broths and crockpot and bibimbap-style meals, with thyroid-supporting nutrient details on every page • Over 100 stunning food and lifestyle photographs • Tips for revamping your kitchen and pantry • An FAQ for easy reference and quick answers • Easy-to-use, personalized meal plans and food rotation schedules to accommodate any diet Successfully transforming the lives of thousands, Dr. Izabella Wentz makes it easier than ever before to live a life free from the suffering of autoimmune disease.

Genres: Health, Cookbooks, Nonfiction, Nutrition, Food, Cooking, Self Help

368 pages, Hardcover

Published March 26, 2019

About the author

Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist who has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of autoimmune thyroid disease after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis in 2009.

Dr. Wentz is the author of the New York Times bestselling patient guide Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause and the new #1 New York Times bestselling protocol-based book Hashimoto’s Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back.

As a patient advocate, researcher, clinician and educator, Dr. Wentz is committed to raising awareness on how to overcome autoimmune thyroid disease through The Thyroid Secret Documentary Series, the Hashimoto’s Institute Practitioner Training, and her international consulting and speaking services offered to both patients and healthcare professionals.

Reviews

[Mischenko · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loving the recipes and there's a lot of good diet information. Another book that advocates going gluten-free and managing stress. I just wish the recipes didn't include eggs, but it's easy to work around.

[Kelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, 4.6% of the US population over 12 years old has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, with the autoimmune disease Hashimoto's thyroiditis being the most common cause. Just looking up the above facts, I found so much conflicting information not only about the disease itself but also regarding whether this disease is reversible and how to treat it. Many believe Hashimoto is over diagnosed. The lack of consistent information is astounding, as is the huge gap between standard medical treatment versus the functional medicine approach.

Without going into too much boring personal detail, I will say that I have been certain that I have Hashimoto's for at least 5 years, but I was always unable to talk either my PCP or my rheumatologist into running the correct tests to diagnose it. They all looked at my TSH and said it was within range. A single trip to a functional medicine doctor changed my life.

This book follows the typical advice given by functional medicine practitioners. For beginners, it is a great starting point and will have a lot of helpful information about symptoms, possible root causes, necessary tests, toxins, supplements, clean eating, and digestive enzymes. This may be overwhelming to those new to this world, but in my opinion, it can be taken in small amounts, and it is a much needed step on the path to feeling better. The author shares her own story, as well as recipes and tips. Great for one beginning this journey and very good for those already on it.
3.75 stars

[Katie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found the first couple chapters informative and helpful and was excited to learn more as my son has been severe thyroid issues. Then I read the chapter describing how 88% of people with thyroid problems are feeling better on gluten free diet. I could indeed be wrong but I feel this a trendy solution. Yes, for those with celiac disease it is crucial, but for 88% of people with thyroid dysfunction I doubt it.

[Tsveta Brakalova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book, lot easier to read than “Hashimoto’s Protocol”. The only issue I have with it is that there are a few weekly example plans but nowhere is there a shopping list covering the entire week so I have to do it by hand.

[Suz Ladew Wolfe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hashimoto's thyroiditis affects 14 million people in the United States. You can go to the Dr. and get medication that helps, but it doesn't always help as much as you would like. So often bothersome symptoms continue.
Hypothroid is a problem with your thyroid gland. Hashimoto's is a problem with your immune system. The difference matters, both affect your body a bit differently.
Izabella Wentz, the author, became a pharmacist because she was fascinated by how tiny amounts of certain substances could have such a profound impact on us humans. Like the tiny substances found in medication, tiny amounts of substances in foods we eat everyday can have a profound effect on the body. Food molecules send thousands of messages to our body everyday. For example some foods cause inflammation and some foods decrease inflammation. The book explains this in depth.
I'm thankful for Izabella's insight. I never had one Dr. suggest I change my diet!! When I stopped eating gluten I felt a huge improvement. This book is chock full of beneficial information to help you in your journey to health. I recommend this to anyone with Hasimoto's.

[Karla Osorno · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am learning so much from Izabella Wentz about thyroid, foods, and supplements for specific symptoms. I like her style of delivering loads of information in an organized and helpful way. The first 100+ pages of this book are the why and how to feed your body to address symptoms of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. She offers meal plans and corresponding recipes.

I have made several recipes as I was reading the book and loved them all. I find them easy to make and delicious. And my family is eating them too which is mandatory for me to find meals we can all eat. My body feels more nourished and satisfied than it has in years. My goal is to try every single recipe (there are more than 125) at least once within the next year. Some I know will be staples in our home because we already love them.

These are good recipes for anyone to try and to enjoy. I encourage you, if you have any symptoms of an under active thyroid, to get this book and start today discovering the foods that nourish you and reduce or eliminate your symptoms. Not trying to be bossy... just want you to feel better. 😉

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Benn on the traditional diet for multinodular goiter for 5 years now.The only thing it is for is to maintain where you are. I could not unsee the comment that it helped her mothers too. I had the same condition so far after easing in to the diet and noticing that I react to dairy. Hopeful the next check will be much improved. Just gave the information on the book to a friend at church for her son who has gained a 100 pounds this year. I do recommend it to help find what diet issues you have and the tips and recipe suggestions are helpful. My sister is gluten intolerant so she has been paleo for a number of years. The dietician at the hospital told her she was gluten intolerant.

[Erica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I appreciated the author’s long introduction, which updated her previous two books in coverage and recommendations for vitamins and general dietary guidelines. There are several very good, interesting recipes here too, many I’m excited to try. Once you read through them all, it is a bit monotonously focused on bone broth, specific protein powders she sells, coconut oil and milk, and avocados. In all, I’m glad I have this book in my arsenal and that I know the intricacies of Hashimoto’s diets that work.

[Alicia Gil · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first 2 chapters explains theory of Hashimoto, how food can help to heal it. Then she gives tips for avoid toxics in the kitchen, how to plan meals. The book ends with recipies that I wish they could be more natural. She loves her Smoothie but I am not going to add any chemical powder ( even if it is organic). I see a lot of tomatoes and other triggers for Hashimoto in the recipies…She says to cook for a week ( I understand for how here in the US we eat lunch at work) but to prepared salads in a jar for the whole week? How much time does it take to do a salad in the morning?

[Elena · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was eye-opening to read as I learn and research more about thyroid dysfunction. However, I am not quite convinced of this approach. I'm an ever-skeptic, especially when the generalized recommendation is to completely give up certain food groups. I am, however, a firm believer in listening to your body, which the author also is a big proponent of. I will continue to troubleshoot and research further.

[Nora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book if you have this condition. The recipes seem really easy, but they are quite time consuming. Also, it is expensive to buy all new staples to go into the recipes. Also, the recipes do make a lot of food and therefore you should have ample freezer space to store the leftovers, which I do not!

However, after a few days on the plan, I have stopped feeling "hung Over" from the gluten slowly leaving my body. I am hoping to recover from this condition.

[Patty Getsla · Rating 4 out of 5]

The information given in this book is like a barely cliff notes version of the previous book. After reading her first two, it was repetitive for me and I just did a lot of skimming. The recipes seem easy and delicious, so I can’t wait to dig in and try them. Maybe I’ll finally get the hang of batch cooking.

[Julie Gentile · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book immediately after reading Hashimoto's Protocol. Living with hypothyroidism for more than a decade, I am so grateful for the recipes, research and information provided in this book. This is such a valuable book for people living with hypothyroidism.

[Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and thought it added nicely to Izabella's other books. She outlines some easy to follow guidelines and includes yummy looking recipes with pictures for around half, or a bit less perhaps, of recipes included.

[Morgan Strabo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this more helpful than her other work and am a big fan of the recipes. I do feel like she pushes protein (rightfully) in the text but then her meal plans are protein-light, which is a bit annoying. Nevertheless, I purchased the book and can’t wait to try some of the meals!

[Karlene Gould · Rating 5 out of 5]

Has humorous food pharmacology

An excellent book on this subject. I must say the information is so beneficial to know and to use. Suffering with this with no way of knowing what to do next this clearly gives you direction.

[Kellie Lepore]

If you have been diagnosed with this please do read and find all the information you can. It's not a one size fits all issue and you have to know what is and is not working for you. Please make the effort to get healthy, your family and friends deserve the best you.

[Arlene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book! I love Dr Wentz. This latest book is great. So much information and great recipes! I highly recommend it for anyone with Hashimotos.

[Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always helpful and informative

[Elberta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another informational book on Hashimoto's disease and how eating can control it. Interesting recipes to try.

[Rachel Hafler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great info on using food to help your body heal Hashimoto's! The recipes included are unique, but actually manageable. I would make most of these and I'm excited to try some of them!

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everyones bodies function differently so is nice to find something just for me. Im so sick of my weight being controlled by pills and still feel air headed. This breaks it down.

[Yycdaisy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information, kind of updates her other books. Interesting recipes.

[Chris Gisler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to understand information for anyone learning about their Hashimoto’s diagnoses. No-fuss recipes that I actually use!!

[Rebekah Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recipes are delish, photography is great!

[Annburnett · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book has some good information but not loving the recipes so much. It was an interesting read but not sure about following the plan so much.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

All of the information in the beginning was great. The recipes were pretty basic.

[Heidi C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Found some great recipes, but mainly it is really about eating healthy with lower processed food, especially sugar.

[Tiff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book for learning more about Hashimoto's. Highly recommended!

[Sarah Jade · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not great writing, but very helpful. Not great recipes but nessecary for feeling better. Worth reading if you have hashimotos and following her recipes.