If you would like more variety than eating eggs and meat in the morning. These options are still simple and nourishing, while adding a little more variation. Both ideas combine carbohydrates with protein and healthy fats. This works well because the natural sugar from the banana is balanced by the protein and fat in the meal. Which can help support more stable blood sugar levels and steady energy in the morning. 1: Yogurt Bowl with Egg Yolks and Banana Ingredients: - 1 cup unsweetened lactose-free Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat, if tolerated) - 2 raw egg yolks (good-quality eggs, ideally pasture-raised if available) - ½–1 slightly green banana or a handful of berries If lactose-free Greek yogurt is not available, you can use unsweetened coconut yogurt instead. Instructions: 1. Place the yogurt in a bowl. 2. Stir in the two egg yolks until well combined. 3. Slice the banana and add it on top or berries if desired. Why this works: The yogurt and egg yolks provide protein and healthy fats. These help balance the natural sugars from the banana, which may support steadier blood sugar levels and longer-lasting energy. 2: Banana Pancakes with Butter 🧈 Ingredients: - 1 slightly green banana - 2 eggs - A pinch of salt - Butter for cooking and topping Instructions: 1. Mash the banana in a bowl. 2. Add the eggs and salt, and whisk until smooth. 3. Heat butter in a pan over medium-low heat. 4. Cook small pancakes on both sides until golden. 5. Serve with butter on top. Why this works: The eggs provide protein and fat, and the butter adds additional healthy fat. Together, they balance the carbohydrates from the banana and help prevent a quick rise in blood sugar. What did you have for breakfast today?❤️

A recent systematic review & meta-analysis looked at how probiotics and synbiotics affect thyroid function in adults. 👉 Researchers pooled data from 9 clinical trials examining TSH, Free T3 and Free T4 levels. 🔬 What they found: • TSH significantly decreased • Free T3 and Free T4 significantly increased • Effects were strongest in: People with existing thyroid dysfunction, Interventions lasting ≤ 8 weeks ⚠️ Important: This doesn’t mean probiotics “cure” Hashimoto’s but this is promising evidence! If you’re dealing with both thyroid autoimmunity and histamine sensitivity, strain selection matters. Here are options that are generally well-tolerated, low in fillers, and commonly used in protocols: 1️⃣ MegaSporeBiotic by Microbiome Labs Type: Spore-based (Bacillus species) Why it’s popular in Hashimoto’s protocols: - Shelf-stable soil-based organisms - Minimal excipients - Designed to support gut barrier integrity 💡 Best for: Those wanting strong microbiome modulation without common histamine-producing strains. ⚠️ Start low and go slow if highly histamine sensitive. 2️⃣ Biospora (by Klaire Labs) Type: Spore-based Why it fits: - Clinically used - Minimal fillers - Often well-tolerated in autoimmune protocols 💡 Best for: Thyroid autoimmunity + histamine intolerance. 3️⃣ VitaMonk Low Histamine Probiotic (by VitaMonk) Type: Lactobacillus & Bifidobacterium blend Why it fits: - Designed to avoid histamine-producing strains - Focused on histamine-neutral support 💡 Best for: Those with strong histamine reactions who can’t tolerate many standard probiotics. 🧠 Important Reminder Not everyone with Hashimoto’s needs probiotics. Before starting: - Assess gut symptoms (bloating, constipation, loose stools, reflux) - Consider iron status (low iron is common in thyroid dysfunction) - Evaluate stress load (cortisol impacts gut + thyroid signaling) Probiotics work best as part of a bigger strategy: ✔️ Blood sugar stability ✔️ Nutrient density (especially heme iron, selenium, zinc)