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6 problems with natural desiccated thyroid hormone

6 Problems with Natural Desiccated Thyroid Hormone

Are you currently taking thyroid medication but not quite feeling like yourself? Perhaps you’ve heard about the thyroid medication NDT (natural desiccated thyroid) and you’re wondering if this medication can solve your problems.  Before you jump into using this medication let’s take an honest and in-depth look at the pros and cons.  This article will …

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Should thyroidectomy and RAI patients take thyroid supplements_

Should Thyroidectomy & RAI Patients Take Thyroid Supplements?

This is probably one of the most common questions that I get asked on a daily basis! And the answer is almost always yes.  Even though it may not seem intuitive, your body can still benefit from the use of thyroid-specific supplements even if you do NOT have a thyroid (or if it’s been destroyed).  …

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Is using iodine safe for your thyroid

Is Using Iodine Safe for your Thyroid?

On one hand, iodine is a critical nutrient required for the creation of thyroid hormone. But on the other, it has the potential to cause thyroid dysfunction and trigger autoimmune thyroid disease. So how are you supposed to look at iodine as a thyroid patient? As a thyroid-boosting ingredient that will help you feel better …

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What To Expect After Radioactive Iodine Treatment

What To Expect After Radioactive Iodine Treatment

What is your life going to be like after radioactive iodine treatment? Will you be able to lead a normal life? Will destroying your thyroid gland have long-term consequences? Will it cause you to gain weight?  These are just a few of the questions that I want to answer in this article.  You can obviously …

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thyroid supplements for weight loss: do they actually work?

Thyroid Supplements for Weight Loss: Do They Actually Work?

Is it possible to take supplements to help you lose weight if you have thyroid disease? Do they actually work? Or will they not work because of your condition? I’ve treated thousands of patients with thyroid disease and I can tell you that while some supplements may help with weight loss they are probably not …

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Thyroid storm vs Thyrotoxicosis: Symptoms, treatment and more

Thyroid Storm vs Thyrotoxicosis: Dangerous Thyroid Conditions to Be Aware of

What exactly is thyroid storm? How dangerous is this condition and how will you know if you have it? This post will concentrate on this medical condition and teach you everything you need to know about it.  Including the difference between regular hyperthyroidism and thyroid storm, the difference in symptoms, how to prevent it from …

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List of thyroid medication names

Thyroid Medication Names: List of T4, T3, & T4 + T3 Medications

This post contains a complete list of thyroid medication names based on the thyroid hormone content of the medication.  The list includes medications with T4 only thyroid hormone, T3 only thyroid hormone, and T4 + T3 thyroid hormone combinations. If you want to learn more about thyroid hormones, which hormones certain medications have, and how …

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the connection between vitamin D and thyroid function

The Connection Between Vitamin D And Thyroid Function

Estimates have placed as many as 50% of the world as deficient in Vitamin D.  When you combine this with the fact that Vitamin D deficiency may put you at risk for certain thyroid diseases, it gets very important to have a basic understanding of this vitamin hormone.  In this article, I am going to …

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is synthroid gluten free?

Is Synthroid Gluten-Free?

Are you actively trying to avoid gluten-containing foods? Do you also have hypothyroidism? If so, then this article is perfect for you.  I’m going to jump the gun and tell you that Synthroid is indeed gluten-free, but it may contain other ingredients that can cause issues.  We are going to discuss the gluten content of …

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NP thyroid vs armour thyroid

NP Thyroid vs Armour Thyroid: What’s the Difference?

NP Thyroid is a thyroid medication that is similar to but slightly different than Armour thyroid.  Will switching from Armour to NP make a difference in your body? Will it help with weight loss? Will it prevent hair loss? The answer is maybe and it has to do with the difference between these medications.  The …

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