Individuals living with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis frequently encounter a range of challenging symptoms, stemming not only from the primary condition but also from a cascade of nutrient deficiencies that accompany it. Recognizing and addressing these deficiencies can markedly improve one’s quality of life. Here’s a concise guide to the 10 most
A lot of people with thyroid disease have to avoid dairy due to allergies. Many people turn to alternative foods with a soy base. Vegans and vegetarians also consume these types of foods. There is much you should know about this particular food group if you are dealing with a
Do you swim in chlorinated pools, or do you prefer the salt water of the beach? Here in Colorado, they open our community pool in late May and it stays open for swimming until September. I only go swimming there a couple of times during the season, however, I use
Today’s discussion is about the thyroid gland – a small yet powerful player in our overall health. The human body is an intricate and wonderful masterpiece. As a pharmacist, my role before writing books and making supplements involved working with healthcare providers and patients to manage medications for a variety
As a knowledgeable pharmacist, I am well-acquainted with the common inquiries people brought to their local pharmacist. Often, the questions revolved around seeking natural alternatives to conventional medications they are currently taking, for example, I take such-and-such, is there a natural equivalent? Today, even though I’m not standing in the
The treatment of thyroid disease has a long and rich history that spans a century. Natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) medicine is made from the thyroid glands of pigs, termed porcine. This thyroid medicine was first developed in the late 1800s which was a good thing because, at the time, doctors
Zinc is a trace element and precious metal. That means we only require small amounts to reap the benefits it has to offer. Actually, it is the second-most abundant trace mineral in the human body after iron which is the most abundant! People can run out of this nutrient easily
Your thyroid gland is a fat-burning switch in the body. The following thyroid supplements are part of a collection that will help you feel and look your best, even if things have been ‘off’ for a long time. Don’t worry, there is hope. You may not know you have a
People talk of stomach problems and tummy aches, belching and pain. But some people have fatigue, or psychiatric issues. Often the blood testing work-up for these conditions does not include one important hormone called “gastrin” which I think should be measured. You see it as G17, or Gastrin-17 because the
Many people get through their whole life without a hot flash, and that’s great. But for others, the problem is disabling so today’s article is about natural relief for hot flashes. I tend to hear more complaints about hot flashes in the summertime and that’s because the added hot weather
After years of news regarding the war in Ukraine due to the Russian invasion, the rush to buy iodine supplements is still ever present. Supplement makers cannot keep up because of the high demand, combined with the supply chain problems. The reason is that iodine is protective. Every cell on
Unexplained fatigue, hair that is falling out quickly, feeling cold and the concern that you’re losing your mind! These are pretty hallmark symptoms of hypothyroidism, which goes undiagnosed due to poor standards for testing. The fatigue, hair loss, thermal dysregulation and brain fog are very common but not exclusive to
I was talking with a friend the other day who said she is experiencing hair loss, and that it is very disappointing to her because it appears to be getting worse. She was leaning on me for advice because she said, “I can’t look in the mirror anymore.” She has
Thyroid testing is what is used to determine hypothyroidism. If the testing isn’t comprehensive you fall through the cracks. Thyroid disease is occurring at epidemic rates yet many physicians still do not know how to properly evaluate a patient for a thyroid or adrenal condition. Most of the time, you
The thyroid hormone is not always understood, so I’ll tell you that it is a fat-burning switch. If the hormone swings low, you gain weight, if it’s elevated you may not be able to gain weight. With the auto-immune condition Hashimoto’s, your levels of thyroid hormone may be like a
Many people already know that iodine deficiency is one reason for insufficient thyroid hormone, but you may not realize that much more is at play when it comes to total thyroid gland health. There are a number of minerals that are essential for thyroid activation, for example, selenium and zinc.
Your body is amazingly skilled at maintaining homeostasis and equilibrium of your ‘electric’ minerals. The minerals most important to your muscle and heart function include magnesium and calcium. Today’s focus is on calcium and hypercalcemia. It’s kind of amazing how your body maintains tight control over calcium levels, especially the
Your thyroid gland sits at the base of your throat and is approximately 1.5 to 2 inches wide. Under normal circumstances, it produces thyroid hormone that gets distributed throughout your body. Every cell in your body has a receptor for thyroid hormone which most people don’t realize. So if you’ve