Thyroid Optimization

Thyroid Optimization is a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating thyroid dysfunction, going far beyond the basic TSH test most primary care physicians rely on. At Peak Health & Aesthetics in Cypress, TX, we run a complete thyroid panel, interpret your results in the context of how you actually feel, and tailor a medication and lifestyle plan to get your thyroid functioning optimally.

Whether you’re dealing with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, subclinical symptoms, or simply not feeling like yourself, our goal is to optimize your thyroid function, not just keep your labs inside the “normal” range.

Many patients come to our Cypress, TX office frustrated after years of being told their thyroid is “fine” while still battling fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, hair loss, and cold intolerance. The reality is:

• Most PCPs only test TSH, missing the full picture
• Standard lab ranges are broad and don’t always reflect optimal function
• Synthroid alone doesn’t work for everyone. Many patients need T3 as well
• Hashimoto’s, the most common cause of hypothyroidism, requires more than just medication

At Peak Health & Aesthetics, we test comprehensively, treat individually, and adjust based on how you feel, not just what your labs say.

• TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): The classic marker, but only one piece of the puzzle
• Free T4: The inactive thyroid hormone your body produces
• Free T3: The active thyroid hormone your body actually uses
• TPO Antibodies: Critical for diagnosing Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroiditis

This complete picture allows us to identify issues a TSH-only test would miss, including Hashimoto’s, conversion problems, and subclinical hypothyroidism.

• NP Thyroid / Armour Thyroid: Natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) containing both T4 and T3
• Synthroid + Cytomel: Combination of synthetic T4 and T3 for patients who don’t convert T4 well on their own
• Compounded Thyroid Medications: Custom-dosed formulations for patients who need precise control or have sensitivities
• Nutritional Support: Targeted supplements addressing deficiencies in selenium, iodine, vitamin D, iron, and other nutrients critical to thyroid function

Our Hashimoto’s protocol includes:

• Gluten-free guidance: Gluten is strongly linked to Hashimoto’s flares and antibody activity
• Lifestyle and dietary recommendations: Reducing inflammation and supporting gut health
• Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN): A well-tolerated medication that modulates the immune system and has been shown to reduce thyroid antibodies and symptoms in many Hashimoto’s patients
• Ongoing antibody monitoring: Tracking TPO antibodies to measure treatment progress over time

• Younger patients who don’t need full hormone replacement yet but are experiencing thyroid symptoms
• Patients who prefer a targeted thyroid approach without committing to full HRT
• Anyone already on thyroid medication who still doesn’t feel right
• Patients newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s
• People with strong family history of thyroid disease who want proactive care

Thyroid care is also fully integrated into our Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) program for patients who need both. Your thyroid is just one part of the larger hormonal picture.

Thyroid Optimization is priced à la carte:

• Initial visit: Comprehensive thyroid lab panel + in-depth lab review with your provider
• 6-week follow-up: Repeat labs + review to fine-tune medication
• Ongoing follow-ups: Scheduled every 3, 6, or 12 months based on stability

Schedule a consultation to learn more about pricing and what to expect.