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.