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Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You’re Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired
A book by thyroid patient advocate Rachel Hill, founder of The Invisible Hypothyroidism, an award-winning website and advocacy.
With all the thyroid basics you need to know, Rachel wrote Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You're Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired for those who are relatively new to learning about their thyroid health.
Included in this book:
A recounting of Rachel's personal journey back to good health with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's that will have you saying 'I relate to this!'
The most important information Rachel has learnt along the way so that you can reclaim your health too.
Chapters on thyroid medication, blood tests, supplements, mental health and the other pieces of the puzzle you may not have thought about yet.
A chapter speaking to the friends and family of someone with hypothyroidism, including how they can support the thyroid patient in their life.
Motivational and uplifting passages to support you in your own journey.
Chapters on dealing with your diagnosis and remaining in work with hypothyroidism.
Rachel's favourite resources (websites, books and a list of awareness events).
In her first book, Rachel uses her popular 'honest and authentic' style of writing many know her for, to address why so many people remain unwell with hypothyroidism, even when on medication.
Join the many thousands of other people living with hypothyroidism worldwide who have benefitted from Rachel's work and writing. This handy book compiles the key information you need to begin advocating for your own health, in one place and in an easy to digest format.
"The depth of information and manner in which it is presented makes Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You're Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired an effective introduction and guide to thyroid disease as well as an uplifting and motivational tool." - The National Academy of Hypothyroidism
"Aren't personal stories wonderful? Rachel Hill has done a wonderful job summarizing her own experiences towards feeling better as a Hashi's warrior, as well as presenting information gleaned from Stop the Thyroid Madness and others, plus her own website. Let Rachel's book take you on a wonderful journey!" - Janie A. Bowthorpe, M.Ed. of Stop The Thyroid Madness
"I highly recommend this book to anyone who is suffering from a thyroid disorder and would like to get well." - Dr Nikolas Hedberg, author of The Complete Thyroid Health and Diet Guide
"Rachel Hill's book guides patients through the many complexities of thyroid hormone health. She helps to provide patients with a roadmap which includes a whole section dedicated to those most important on our journey... Our support network of family and friends with tips on how they can support us. A great read for patients and those who love us." - ThyroidChange
A valued contributor to the thyroid community, Rachel Hill received six 2018 WEGO Health Award Nominations for her advocacy work. She has worked with The National Academy of Hypothyroidism, The BBC, The Mighty, Dr. Hedberg, ThyroidChange, Thyroid Central, Yahoo News, MSN and more, to spread awareness on thyroid disease, treatment and management.
With all the thyroid basics you need to know, Rachel wrote Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You're Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired for those who are relatively new to learning about their thyroid health.
Included in this book:
A recounting of Rachel's personal journey back to good health with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's that will have you saying 'I relate to this!'
The most important information Rachel has learnt along the way so that you can reclaim your health too.
Chapters on thyroid medication, blood tests, supplements, mental health and the other pieces of the puzzle you may not have thought about yet.
A chapter speaking to the friends and family of someone with hypothyroidism, including how they can support the thyroid patient in their life.
Motivational and uplifting passages to support you in your own journey.
Chapters on dealing with your diagnosis and remaining in work with hypothyroidism.
Rachel's favourite resources (websites, books and a list of awareness events).
In her first book, Rachel uses her popular 'honest and authentic' style of writing many know her for, to address why so many people remain unwell with hypothyroidism, even when on medication.
Join the many thousands of other people living with hypothyroidism worldwide who have benefitted from Rachel's work and writing. This handy book compiles the key information you need to begin advocating for your own health, in one place and in an easy to digest format.
"The depth of information and manner in which it is presented makes Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You're Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired an effective introduction and guide to thyroid disease as well as an uplifting and motivational tool." - The National Academy of Hypothyroidism
"Aren't personal stories wonderful? Rachel Hill has done a wonderful job summarizing her own experiences towards feeling better as a Hashi's warrior, as well as presenting information gleaned from Stop the Thyroid Madness and others, plus her own website. Let Rachel's book take you on a wonderful journey!" - Janie A. Bowthorpe, M.Ed. of Stop The Thyroid Madness
"I highly recommend this book to anyone who is suffering from a thyroid disorder and would like to get well." - Dr Nikolas Hedberg, author of The Complete Thyroid Health and Diet Guide
"Rachel Hill's book guides patients through the many complexities of thyroid hormone health. She helps to provide patients with a roadmap which includes a whole section dedicated to those most important on our journey... Our support network of family and friends with tips on how they can support us. A great read for patients and those who love us." - ThyroidChange
A valued contributor to the thyroid community, Rachel Hill received six 2018 WEGO Health Award Nominations for her advocacy work. She has worked with The National Academy of Hypothyroidism, The BBC, The Mighty, Dr. Hedberg, ThyroidChange, Thyroid Central, Yahoo News, MSN and more, to spread awareness on thyroid disease, treatment and management.
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259 pages, Paperback
Published November 28, 2019
About the author
Rachel Hill
5 books12 followersRachel Hill is the highly ranked and award-winning thyroid patient advocate, writer, speaker and author, behind the thyroid advocacy website: The Invisible Hypothyroidism.
Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, she talks openly and honestly about what it's like to have these and what has helped her and many others to recover their health and thrive with thyroid disease.
She is passionate about helping those with hypothyroidism and giving them a voice, and is well recognised as a valuable contributor to the thyroid community.
Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, she talks openly and honestly about what it's like to have these and what has helped her and many others to recover their health and thrive with thyroid disease.
She is passionate about helping those with hypothyroidism and giving them a voice, and is well recognised as a valuable contributor to the thyroid community.
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July 31, 2019
I have read many thyroid books and I absolutely loved this one. I was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid and like Rachel given levothyroxine and got worse. I discovered Rachel's Facebook group The invisible hypothyroidism when I wasn't getting much help on other groups I'd joined. After following Rachel she helped me interpret my results and I was lucky enough to get some cash to pay for a functional doctor who got to my root causes and I felt better and i did advocate myself. I really wish this book was around when I got my first diagnosis. Other thyroid books I've read have also been brilliant but sometimes difficult to understand due to a mass array of scientific jargon used. If anyone gets diagnosed with UAT I would whole heartedly recommend people buy this book first. It's easy to follow and makes you understand that actually you should take control of your life, you should research and try and understand the reasons behind you feeling so unwell. Once I got my root causes under control I felt better but I wouldn't of done that had Rachel not recommended books on her Facebook page and alternative practitioners who can help. It's a very easy read for those who are struggling with thyroid disease. It puts you at ease and makes you feel less scared about why you feel so awful! Very well written, its written in a personal way to make you feel like a friend is reaching out to reassure and help you feel at ease. Thank you for writing this book Rachel, I will definitely be recommending it to anyone feeling unwell with thyroid disease, sometimes people just need a gentle push to get their own life back on track and I feel that this book does that.
April 27, 2019
I have been following the author on Instagram fro several months. When I found out her book was about to be released, I couldn’t wait to purchase. It is so interesting to read I couldn’t put it down. The book empowers you and guides you to getting yourself actually feeling better and the steps to take to make it happen. My biggest takeaway was a recommendation to see a Functional Medicine Doctor. I wound up finding out that I have heart disease - even though my regular doc did an EKG a couple weeks prior and said my heart was great. This book possibly saved my life, or at least got me in the road to reduce the aging process. Oh... and naturally derived thyroid meds are way better than synthetic - which I have been on for years. This is a must read for all people who suffer from Thyroid dysfunction!
January 22, 2022
A good starting point
This book was really great at helping me understand more about my thyroid condition and where to start looking to treat it. Mostly though, it helped me validate my experiences and gave me hope. I didn't know how much I needed someone to help me see I'm not crazy or a difficult patient just because modern medicine doesn't understand how to help. A must read.
This book was really great at helping me understand more about my thyroid condition and where to start looking to treat it. Mostly though, it helped me validate my experiences and gave me hope. I didn't know how much I needed someone to help me see I'm not crazy or a difficult patient just because modern medicine doesn't understand how to help. A must read.
August 17, 2023
Helpful and Hopeful
Rachel Hill is so knowledgeable about hypothyroidism, and this book, Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate, has been a helpful resource after my own recent diagnosis. The absolute true feelings of acknowledgment of how I feel myself gave my hope that I can get through life with this ugly disease.
Filled with information to help educate, I find this a wonderful book to reference often and already read it twice.
Rachel Hill is so knowledgeable about hypothyroidism, and this book, Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate, has been a helpful resource after my own recent diagnosis. The absolute true feelings of acknowledgment of how I feel myself gave my hope that I can get through life with this ugly disease.
Filled with information to help educate, I find this a wonderful book to reference often and already read it twice.
November 29, 2023
I have Hashimotos and you can see why this fast paced book is needed in my life.
I like that she explains quickly and that she manages to add a lot of information that I never had before about Hashimotos. It’s filled with many little known facts about the condition and I love that. Many of them are very useful, like the fact that we need to wear more clothes than regular people during winter and increase our med dose.
I like that she explains quickly and that she manages to add a lot of information that I never had before about Hashimotos. It’s filled with many little known facts about the condition and I love that. Many of them are very useful, like the fact that we need to wear more clothes than regular people during winter and increase our med dose.
February 5, 2019
This explains so much about thyroid issues!
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been suffering from a thyroid problem for years, this book will explain everything for you. From how it will affect you to what to do when you can’t get answers or help from your GP... it’s all in here. Highly recommended read!
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been suffering from a thyroid problem for years, this book will explain everything for you. From how it will affect you to what to do when you can’t get answers or help from your GP... it’s all in here. Highly recommended read!
June 25, 2020
Very informative without being overly medical
I've suffered with Hashimotos for 4 years and have read several books about the disease. If you are newly diagnosed I would highly recommend you read this book first. It's easy to read and Rachel Hill offers advice and guidance that you will understand.
I've suffered with Hashimotos for 4 years and have read several books about the disease. If you are newly diagnosed I would highly recommend you read this book first. It's easy to read and Rachel Hill offers advice and guidance that you will understand.
June 6, 2021
Helpful
This book was very helpful In insight for with information regarding specifically to Thyroid issues of all degrees. I appreciate it the personal perspective and the fact that this person suffers from The same disease It's so helpful to have it Is Nice to have Information from a person with personal experience.
This book was very helpful In insight for with information regarding specifically to Thyroid issues of all degrees. I appreciate it the personal perspective and the fact that this person suffers from The same disease It's so helpful to have it Is Nice to have Information from a person with personal experience.
January 7, 2022
Bible for hypothyroidism
Suffered with hypothyroidism since my early 20's reading this has opened my eyes on how to improve my health dealing with the invisible chronic illness
If.you suffer with hypothyroidism this book is a must read Rachel has done a fantastic job simplifying and easy to understand chapters on getting help with your thyroid
Suffered with hypothyroidism since my early 20's reading this has opened my eyes on how to improve my health dealing with the invisible chronic illness
If.you suffer with hypothyroidism this book is a must read Rachel has done a fantastic job simplifying and easy to understand chapters on getting help with your thyroid
August 26, 2019
Helpful if you have hypothyroidism
A good place to start if recently diagnosed. End of chapter summaries helpful and there’s an excellent list of websites & other sources at the end of the book.
A good place to start if recently diagnosed. End of chapter summaries helpful and there’s an excellent list of websites & other sources at the end of the book.
May 2, 2021
A solid starting point to understanding and advocating for hypothyroidism. A must read for those fighting through the brain fog. It is optimistic and filled with references to explore long after finishing.
April 8, 2023
Finally some answers
I am thankful for all the resources and for Rachel Hill sharing her personal story. It has helped me immensely with my fairly new diagnosis, understanding all the symptoms years before my diagnosis, and a recently flare up. I now have hope moving forward.
I am thankful for all the resources and for Rachel Hill sharing her personal story. It has helped me immensely with my fairly new diagnosis, understanding all the symptoms years before my diagnosis, and a recently flare up. I now have hope moving forward.
July 5, 2019
I absolutely loved this book! So helpful and sincere. As an author and award-winning blogger, Rachel Hill does so much to advocate for thyroid health. I can't wait for her next book to come out:)
February 17, 2021
This book really helped me understand that I am not alone with this condition.
June 6, 2023
I love following Rachel online and this book empowered me to be my best thyroid advocate!
August 17, 2025
Great book
Very helpful book as I just diagnose with hypothyroidism this book open my eyes about the disease. Lots of information, lots of facts.
Very helpful book as I just diagnose with hypothyroidism this book open my eyes about the disease. Lots of information, lots of facts.
September 9, 2025
Three and a half stars for this easy to read guide on what's going on when you're diagnosed with thyroid issues, especially Hashimotos.
March 15, 2026
Really good book if you have thyroid problems, it gives you a well rounded review of everything with a lot of useful information! Must read
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