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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…
Read MoreDoes Adrenal Stress Equal Thyroid Problems
Adrenal stress is a term we hear a lot but what exactly isit and how does it affect our thyroids? Stress is one of the biggest influences on your adrenal glands, and the health of your adrenal glands directly impacts the health of your thyroid gland. Things like long commutes, too little sleep, financial hardships…
Read MoreFluoride: How Much Is Too Much
Is fluoride safe? We add it to our water, our toothpaste and havetreatments at the dentist, but are all those treatmentssafe for us? Synthesized fluoride is often added to drinking water, toothpaste and mouthwashes. This synthesized fluoride was originally a byproduct of the manufacture of the atomic bomb. Plus, there was a time when fluoride…
Read MoreUnderstanding TSH Levels
TSH levels are used to determine thyroid function.This test is considered the”gold”standard test for diagnosing thyroid disease. The problem I have run into with my healthcare professionals is this: The only test they will run is TSH. Then theonly treatmentoption offered is a synthenticT4 hormone. Regardless of the cause of the high TSH, their only…
Read MoreAre Missed Periods Due to Your Thyroid
Missed periods mayseem like a great thingto have happen but, the truth is you are either pregnant or or something else is amiss.Thyroid imbalance will have an impact on yourmenstrualcycle as well as interactions with other organ systems that maintain normal body functions. Since, your thyroid controls all your body functions, toohigh or toolow thyroid…
Read MoreThyroid Cancer That’s No Longer Cancer
Thyroid cancer that is no longer cancer. How does that work? It seems that this type of cancertumor does not advanceunless it has been damaged. There has been a lot of talk about these tumors lately due to the many complications that come with thyroid removal surgery and the poor quality of life for patients…
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