Episode 154

Published May 19, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discusses Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with Inna Topiler, a board-certified clinical nutritionist who shares her personal experience and health journey with Hashimoto’s.

Their discussion also covers:

• Why standard thyroid testing is insufficient
• The four main triggers of immune confusion in Hashimoto’s, including stress, infections, toxins, and food sensitivities
• The impact of dysregulated cortisol on thyroid function
• How cortisol patterns on the DUTCH Test can be informative for Hashimoto’s patients
• Practical and accessible stress management tips

Key Moments

0:49 Episode Introduction

2:51 Inna's Journey to Nutrition and Hashimoto's

9:53 The Interconnectivity of Health Issues

16:55 Understanding Thyroid Function and Testing

22:55 The Role of Stress in Thyroid Health

31:26 Become A DUTCH Provider

32:10 The Importance of Cortisol Testing

35:42 Hormonal Imbalances and Their Effects

38:18 Cortisol and Thyroid Interactions

40:27 Case Studies: Managing Hashimoto's Symptoms

44:06 Practical Stress Management Techniques

50:05 Advancements in Hashimoto's Treatment

56:46 Additional Resources

About our speaker

Inna Topiler is a board-certified clinical nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in clinical practice. She is the founder of Complete Nutrition and Wellness, the creator of ThyroLove (a supplement formulated for those with Hashimoto's), and the host of the Thyroid Mystery Solved podcast. As a health detective, outside-the-box thinker, and Hashimoto's rebel herself, Inna is passionate about getting to the real root of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, andhas helped tens of thousands optimize their thyroid health and support their immune systems. 

Show Notes

Learn more about Inna Topiler and follow her on Instagram @innatopiler!

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