# 89: Autoimmune Disease Is Rising Faster Than Ever – The Root Causes Conventional Medicine Still Misses with Dr. Amy Myers

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Podcast: [Modern Thyroid and Wellness](https://stenobird.com/podcast/modern-thyroid-and-wellness-7026828)
Published: 2026-07-09T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://modern-thyroid.captivate.fm
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What if autoimmune disease isn't something you're destined to live with forever, but a signal that your body needs help addressing deeper root causes? In this episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness , McCall McPherson welcomes longtime mentor, friend, and functional medicine pioneer Amy Myers. A two-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized functional medicine physician, Dr. Myers shares her personal journey from being diagnosed with Graves' disease during medical school to becoming one of the leading voices in autoimmune and thyroid health. Together, they explore why autoimmune diseases continue to rise, why women are disproportionately affected, and why many patients spend years searching for answers before receiving a diagnosis. Dr. Myers explains the role of gut health, environmental toxins, infections, stress, trauma, and nutrition in autoimmune disease while sharing practical strategies for supporting immune health and addressing root causes. She also introduces the newly revised edition of The Autoimmune Solution , featuring updated research and expanded guidance for today's changing health landscape. Whether you're living with Hashimoto's, Graves' disease, or another autoimmune condition, this conversation offers hope, practical tools, and a reminder that healing begins by understanding the "why" behind your symptoms. 🔑 Key Topics Covered Dr. Amy Myers' personal journey with Graves' disease Why autoimmune diseases continue to rise worldwide The connection between environmental toxins and autoimmune disease Why women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune conditions Common reasons autoimmune diseases are missed for years The impact of medical gaslighting on thyroid and autoimmune patients How long autoimmune disease can develop…

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