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 the underproduction of thyroid hormone, affecting women six times as often as men. It’s estimated that roughly 13 million people in the U.S. struggle with underactive thyroid symptoms, although many experts believe that number to be…
Improving Thyroid Gland Function-17 Toxins To Avoid
By Corri Peterson Are you trying to lose weight, or are you 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. You…
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…
Ten Common Low Thyroid Symptoms Many Suffer With
By Corri Peterson Many symptoms are linked to poor thyroid function; however, there are ten common low thyroid symptoms that are the most bothersome. To help you understand the symptoms you are experiencing, let’s start with some background information. There are eleven major regulatory systems in the body, one of which is the Endocrine System….
Thyroid Blood Tests-What They Tell You
By Corri Peterson Thyroid blood tests should be the first laboratory tests run by your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain, fatigue, or moodiness. The thyroid gland is a member of the endocrine system. The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce hormones. These hormones act like a messenger system regulating all…
Signs of Thyroid Problems That May Surprise You
By Corri Peterson Often the signs of thyroid problems are first noticed by friends, family, and professionals. Many times you are surprised these symptoms are linked to your thyroid. Low thyroid or hypothyroidism is a chronic condition when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. (If you purchase through the links in this…
What Does Your Thyroid Do? And Why It Matters
By Corri Peterson What does your thyroid do is not an easy question to answer. For starters, the thyroid is one of eleven major regulatory systems in the body that make up the Endocrine System. This system consists of glands that produce and secrete hormones. The thyroid is one of the essential glands in the…