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Controlling Your Stress Improves Thyroid Health
Controlling your stress is a huge challenge if you have thyroid disease. As many of us know, if your stress levels are high your health is going to suffer. Many who suffer with Hashimoto’s will state that stress makes their symptoms worse and that managing the stress is a key component to keeping their disease…
Read MoreHypothyroidism Flares: Do You Have Them?
Hypothyroidism flares happen when you least expect them but can throw your life into a free fall. We know how it goes; everything is going fairly well and then all of a sudden it seems the world has crashed around us! You go from feeling fairly well, you are getting things done, you are having…
Read MoreHave a Wonderful and Blessed Thanksgiving!
Here is wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
Read MoreHave a Great Memorial Day!
I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day! Enjoy your friends and family this weekend! Please take the time to thank a veteran for their service! It is due to their sacrifice that we have the freedoms we do! Have a Great Memorial Weekend! Corri
Read MoreMerry Christmas!
During this time of faith and family, may the true meaning of Christmas fill you with joy. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year. Corri
Read MoreWelcome to KnowYourThyroid
We are dedicated to offering hope to those who suffer from hypothyroidism by sharing the latest news about thyroid health. We keep you up to date on the latest treatments, diagnostic testing and symptom control, as well as nutritional information and exercise ideas that benefit those who are dealing with thyroid dysfunction.
Read MoreIodine Levels: Maintaining During Pregnancy Crucial for Brain Development
Maintaining iodine levels during pregnancy is crucial for brain development a new study suggests. In this report by Tim Cutcliffe, he shares the findings from a Norwegian study. The study also shows no benefit from supplementation, only from eating iodine rich foods, however, the study was just done on the iodine intake from food. The study also suggests…
Read MoreIs Heartburn the New Normal
Is heartburn the new normal for our lives? So-called acid indigestion is a serious malady experienced by millions of people. The major symptom is “heartburn” and/or acid indigestion. Other symptoms may be heart palpitations, short-windedness, flatulence, and belching or acid reflux. When the body is low on hydrochloric acid, we have symptoms of “heartburn” or “acid…
Read MorePreventing Thyroid Disease-7 Wellness Targets
Preventing thyroid disease can be a daunting task. Where does it come from? How do you get it? How do you prevent it? And if you do get it, how is it treated? Thyroid disorders are one of the most complex health problems facing Americans today. Despite such a high prevalence of thyroid problems,…
Read MoreT3 Therapy Helps Ease Symptoms
T3 therapy for hypothyroidism is a treatment many of us have a very difficult time getting. However, new research shows that patients with hypothyroidism who were on long-term Synthroid (thyroxine T4) treatment despite not responding well saw improved outcomes after switching to combination triiodothyronine (T3) and T4 therapy, according to a researcher in Orlando. “While…
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