Subclinical hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone, causing problems with metabolism, heart rate, and growth. Subclinical hypothyroidism is rising, affecting more people and a more comprehensive population range. Thyroid issues used to be linked to older women who had a family history of thyroid disease, but that isn’t the case…
Ten common Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Hyperthyroidism and hyperthyroidism symptoms occur when the thyroid gland produces too many thyroid hormones. This small butterfly-shaped gland sits in front of the trachea (windpipe) in the neck. It produces two main thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). These hormones regulate your metabolism, body temperature, and heart rate. Unfortunately, too many of these hormones…
Three Common Graves Disease Treatment Options
Graves disease is on the rise and the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. This autoimmune disease develops antibodies that attack the thyroid, causing it to produce more hormones than the body needs. This excess of hormones causes a wide variety of symptoms, including: Nervousness, anxiety, irritability Hyperactivity – you have nervous energy and find it…
What Is A Goitre (Goiter) and Can It Be Treated?
The term goitre, which is the British/European variant of goiter, refers to the swelling of the thyroid. The thyroid is located at the front of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. This small, butterfly-shaped gland produces the hormones T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine).The majority of T4 hormone is converted to T3 in the liver…
Is Losing Weight With Hypothyroidism Even Possible?
Is losing weight linked to thyroid function? Unfortunately, no matter what you try, losing weight with hypothyroidism is almost impossible, and you probably are still gaining! Are you trying to lose weight, but instead, you have been gaining weight steadily for the last few months or maybe years? The frustrating part is that many of…
3 Common Tests For Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies
By Corri Peterson If you are being tested for thyroid peroxidase antibodies, there is a reason your doctor believes you may have an autoimmune thyroid disease. Thyroid peroxidase antibodies’ presence indicates that the cause of thyroid disease is an autoimmune disorder, such as Hashimoto’s disease or Graves’ disease. With these autoimmune disorders, your immune system…
Hashimoto Thyroid Disease-Are You At Risk
By Corri Peterson Hashimoto thyroid disease or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, aka chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the U.S. This condition tends to run in families and it’s most common in adult females, but anyone can develop it. Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune disease targeting the thyroid, causing inflammation. This inflammation causes…
How To Ease Underactive Thyroid Symptoms
By Corri Peterson Underactive thyroid symptoms are most common in women over age 50. It’s a condition caused by an underproduction of thyroid hormone and it affects women six times as often as it does men. It’s estimated that roughly 13 million people in the U.S. struggle with underactive thyroid symptoms, although many experts believe…
Improving Thyroid Gland Function-17 Toxins To Avoid
By Corri Peterson Are you trying to lose weight, or maybe you are struggling with depression? What if I told you that improving your thyroid gland function would improve your overall health? Let’s talk about the weight issue, those pounds that won’t budge no matter what you try. But instead, the scale keeps creeping up….
What Causes Hypothyroidism- 3 Common Triggers
By Corri Peterson Thyroid disease is on the rise, but what causes hypothyroidism symptoms? It’s common to know a friend, relative, co-worker, or neighbor who has some version of thyroid dysfunction, the symptoms are becoming well-known. But what causes hypothyroidism? According to Dr. Kevin Dobrzynski, D.N., A better question is, “What are the causes of…