80: What I Actually Do for My Health – My Real Routine, Supplements, Treatments & Truth Behind the Scenes with McCall McPherson

What if you could see exactly what a thyroid expert actually does for her own health—no filters, no perfection, just real life?In this solo Ask Me Anything episode of Modern Thyroid and Wellness, McCall McPherson opens up in a way she never has before—sharing her personal wellness routine, supplements, medications, beauty treatments, and the honest reality behind maintaining health during a difficult season of life.From navigating grief and mental health challenges to optimizing energy, hormones, and inflammation, this episode offers a raw and unfiltered look at what it really takes to stay well—especially when life isn’t easy. 🔑 Key Topics CoveredMcCall’s current wellness routine (and how it’s changed during a difficult season)The impact of grief, stress, and mental health on physical healthThe peptides she personally uses for skin, inflammation, and recoveryWhy she’s reintroducing GLP-1 therapy for inflammation and heart healthHer personal thyroid medication protocol and why it evolved over timeWhat her daily diet looks like for supporting thyroid and metabolic healthHer full supplement stack for energy, mitochondria, sleep, and hair healthThe truth about intermittent fasting and when it works best for herHer complete skincare routine (at-home and in-office treatments)Honest experiences with plastic surgery and aesthetic proceduresThe role of NAD, methylene blue, and mitochondrial support in her routineAlternative wellness tools she uses (red light, sauna, detox therapies)The importance of muscle, movement, and evolving fitness strategiesUpdates on her daughter’s health journey and resilience 🧠 Real Talk: Health Isn’t Always LinearThis episode starts with something rarely talked about in the health space:👉 Even experts struggleMcCall openly shares that she’s been in a challenging season—grieving the loss of her brother, navigating mental health struggles, and not feeling like she’s operating at her best.Why This MattersHealth isn’t about perfection.Even when you:Know what to doHave the resourcesUnderstand your body👉 Life can still impact your ability to show up fullyThis episode is a reminder that health is dynamic—not static. 💉 Peptides, Recovery & Inflammation SupportMcCall shares several peptides she’s currently using:GHK (for skin and hair repair)NAD (for cellular energy and longevity)BPC-157 (for injury recovery and inflammation)These are used strategically to:Support healingImprove cellular functionAddress specific challenges (like injury or hair loss)👉 The key takeaway: targeted tools can support the body—but they don’t replace the fundamentals ❤️ Why Heart Health Is Now a PriorityAfter the unexpected loss of her brother due to a heart attack—with no obvious risk factors—McCall is taking a proactive approach to cardiovascular health.What She’s DoingFull cardiac workup (including advanced imaging)Reintroducing GLP-1 therapyFocusing on inflammation reductionKey Insight👉 Even “low-risk” individuals can benefit from deeper screening and preventionThis reflects a broader shift in medicine: 👉 Moving from reactive care to proactive health optimization 🍽️ Diet & Nutrition for Thyroid HealthWhen she’s at her best, McCall focuses on:High protein intakeDaily vegetable consumptionFiber-rich meals (like salads)Intermittent fastingReal-Life RealityShe also acknowledges:👉 She’s not always consistentAnd that’s okay.The takeaway: 👉 Consistency matters more than perfection 💊 Her Daily Supplement StackMcCall shares her personal supplement routine, focused heavily on:MorningNAD precursor (for mitochondrial energy)Methylene blue (for cognition and energy)Lymphatic support dropsMitochondrial support supplementsNightProgesteroneSleep support formulasAdditional SupportHair health supplementsAnti-inflammatory compounds👉 The focus is clear: support energy, mitochondria, and recovery ⚡ Mitochondria: The Foundation of EnergyOne recu