Thyroid Wellness Series
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Understanding the Thyroid: Triggers & Nutrition
Friday, September 19 from 6-8 pm
Join us for an in-depth exploration of the thyroid, a vital gland that regulates metabolism, energy levels, and overall health. This class will cover the thyroid’s role in hormone production, influencing nearly every system in the body, and explain key diagnostic tests such as TSH, T3, and T4. We'll discuss common triggers of thyroid dysfunction, including stress, autoimmune conditions, and environmental factors, and examine the impact of diet, nutrition, and supplements on thyroid health. With engaging activities and practical assignments, this class offers valuable insights and tools for personal wellness or professional development in maintaining optimal thyroid function.
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Stress, Sleep, and Movement
Friday, October 24 from 6-8 pm
Unlock the secrets to optimal thyroid health in this comprehensive course that explores the relationship between stress, the HPA axis, and thyroid function, as well as the impact of exercise and sleep on overall balance. You'll discover effective herbal strategies for managing stress and improving sleep, gaining valuable tools to support well-being. With engaging activities and practical assignments, this course offers a transformative journey to enhance both personal wellness and professional knowledge, equipping you with practical strategies for maintaining optimal thyroid function in daily life.
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Environmental Toxins, Self-Care & Moving Forward
Friday, November 14 from 6-8 pm
Join us for an engaging class on thyroid health, where we’ll explore how environmental toxins impact thyroid function and provide practical tips for reducing exposure. You’ll learn how thyroid imbalances can affect your skin, hair, and nails, and discover dietary and lifestyle strategies to support your appearance. We’ll also cover the uses, benefits, and potential side effects of herbs that support thyroid health, culminating in a hands-on session where you’ll create a custom herbal formulation to take home. Empower yourself with knowledge and practical tools for holistic thyroid wellness!
About the Teacher
Tricia Streit Perez
Tricia is the Director of Traditions School of Herbal Studies, where she has designed and teaches the Anatomy for the Herbalist Class Series and the Physical Assessment for the Herbalist and Acupuncture Intensive. You can also find her helping to teach other classes in the Western Herbalism program when she has the time. In the past, Tricia has taught at Temple University, Florida State University, and Florida International University. Prior to joining the Traditions Family in December of 2020, she taught Anatomy and Health Sciences for the Pinellas County School District.
Tricia completed her Clinical Western Herbalism Certification here at Traditions School of Herbal Studies. She is a Clinical Western Herbalist, Certified Flower Essences Practitioner, Certified Wellness Coach, an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Specialist, and a licensed teacher.
In her former life, Tricia had a busy career in Sports Medicine. She spent over a decade of her career traveling with and providing medical care for various college sports teams. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Sports Medicine, a Masters Degree in Sports Management/Physical Education, and has completed a year of post-Baccalaureate studies in Biomedical Sciences.
While guiding herself into remission from autoimmune disease through focused changes to her lifestyle, Tricia developed some life-changing herbal products that have supported the healing of herself and her loved ones. From this, Mama’s Essentials was born, where she makes small batch organic herbal products and sees Herbal and Wellness Coaching Clients in her private practice. You can also book an appointment with Tricia directly here!
Tricia really enjoys focusing on educating her clients to be able to make life-long lifestyle changes. Her goal is to empower you to know and love your body, so you can give it what it needs to maximize your own health.
