What Healed My Hashimoto's
Adam and I recently sat down with my sweet friend, Fallon Lee, and our conversation was such a powerful reminder of how health journeys, though deeply personal, can transform the entire family. Fallon shared her path from “picture of health” as a teen and young adult to facing debilitating health challenges, both personally and with her son, and how God led her family into a place of healing, peace, and food freedom.
Fallon grew up active and thin, but like many of us in the ’90s and 2000s, her idea of “healthy” was tied to appearance, calorie counting, and low-fat everything. When she began experiencing joint pain, insomnia, anxiety, and exhaustion in college, she couldn’t make sense of it. Things escalated after she became a mom to two boys close in age. Her health plummeted, and to make matters more intense, her youngest began dealing with severe eczema, allergies, and lung issues.
Doctor visits and prescriptions offered little relief, and it wasn’t until Fallon began experimenting with dietary changes that she saw breakthrough. By shifting to a gluten-free, then dairy-free, then soy-free diet (eventually landing on more nutrient-rich, whole foods), both she and her son experienced dramatic improvements. But there was a catch—Fallon’s good intentions morphed into food fear, and her family’s diet became overly restricted.
That’s when the Lord stepped in. Fallon began to let go of fear and embrace “ancestral eating”—real, whole foods the way God designed them, prepared in nourishing ways, without the anxiety of rigid rules. She realized that food is a gift, not an enemy. As she said, “I want to eat what God created, not the ultra-processed stuff that didn’t exist 200 years ago.”
We also talked about how easily food, even with good intentions, can become an idol—something we revolve our whole lives around instead of keeping God at the center. Fallon’s story is a reminder that the Lord offers freedom, not just from sin, but also from the things that try to control our hearts and minds.
One of my favorite parts of our conversation was when Fallon shared her family’s breakfast traditions—like “Pancake Thursdays” where she sneaks nutrient boosts into the mix. She’s a master at hiding liver in meatballs or adding collagen to pancakes without anyone noticing (Adam is still suspicious about the oyster smoothie, but I promise that was not me!).
Beyond nutrition, Fallon stressed that true healing is holistic. Yes, food matters. But so do the emotional and spiritual dynamics in our homes. She shared that working on her marriage, cultivating safety for her children, and addressing environmental toxins in the home were just as important as diet changes.
We also dove into stress—how it’s not just external pressures, but also how our bodies are nourished (or not) that shapes our ability to handle it. Fallon encouraged starting the day with a real breakfast (protein, healthy fats, carbs) within an hour of waking, instead of running on coffee alone. That one shift can help regulate hormones, stabilize blood sugar, and prevent burnout.
In all of this, Fallon’s testimony shines as a beautiful picture of redemption. Her son, once covered head-to-toe in eczema, now has vibrant skin, fewer allergies, and boundless energy. Fallon herself has been in remission from Hashimoto’s for five years without medication. But more than the physical healing, she radiates peace, joy, and gratitude for how God used hardship to draw her closer to Him.
Friend, whether your struggle is with food fear, chronic symptoms, or simply feeling depleted as a parent, know that there is hope. Fallon’s journey reminds us that God cares about our physical bodies and our emotional and spiritual health. And He often uses the things we think might break us to lead us into greater wholeness.
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28 (ESV)
Major Takeaways
Health is holistic – Lasting wellness isn’t just about diet. It’s about nourishing the body with real, God-made food, nurturing healthy family relationships, protecting your home environment, and staying grounded in the Lord.
Freedom beats fear – Food should never be an idol or a source of anxiety. When we let go of unnecessary restrictions and enjoy the good things God created, we can walk in both physical health and spiritual peace.
