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thyroid nodule treatments: natural and medical options

Thyroid Nodule Treatments: Natural & Medical Options

Do you have thyroid nodules? If so, you have probably wondered, at least at some point, how to treat or reduce the size of those nodules. And that’s exactly what we are going to be talking about today. Natural treatments for thyroid nodules and just thyroid nodule treatment in general. In this discussion, we will …

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np thyroid facts

NP Thyroid Facts: What you should know before using it

If you don’t know much about NP thyroid then you are in the right place.  We are going to be talking about FACTS that you should know prior to using this medication.  If you don’t know what NP thyroid is then let me fill you in. NP thyroid is a type of natural desiccated thyroid …

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what to use instead of prescription thyroid medications

What to use Instead of Prescription Thyroid Medication: 5 Natural Options

Is it possible to use something other than the standard thyroid meds that you’ve been given by your doctor? The answer is maybe.  But I don’t want you to think that it’s always possible to get off of your thyroid medication because that just isn’t the case.  If you are someone with REALLY advanced Hashimoto’s …

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sustained release T3: should you use this thyroid medication_

Sustained Release T3 (SR T3): When to Compound Your T3

You probably already know that T3 is the single most important thyroid hormone in your body.  If you’ve spent any time researching, then you probably ALSO know that you can take T3 as a medication and that most thyroid medications contain only T4.  But what you may not be aware of is that there are …

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causes of high reverse t3

6 Common Causes of High Reverse T3

If you are new to the world of thyroid problems then something like reverse T3 may be a bit of a conundrum for you.  I know it may seem confusing but we can break it down into very simple terms which will help you understand why this metabolite is so important to your thyroid health …

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Synthroid isn't working

Synthroid: 5 Reasons it isn’t working for you

Synthroid Can Work (But not always) Look.  Many people are quick to jump on the bandwagon and make statements like Synthroid or levothyroxine simply don’t work.  But is that actually true? Not entirely. In fact, Synthroid CAN work for a lot of people.  But it is true that there are other options that may be …

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Types and Causes of PCOS

Types and Causes of PCOS (6 You Should Be Aware of)

There are at least 6 different types of PCOS that are recognized.  Each type of PCOS has a unique cause and though there is some overlap between conditions, they are NOT all the same.  Knowing the type of PCOS that you have is critical if you want to get serious about treatment.  The various types …

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nutrient deficiencies that thyroid patients face

6 Nutrient Deficiencies that Thyroid Patients Face

Nutrients can and do impact your thyroid! As a thyroid patient, you should be aware that certain nutrient deficiencies can and do impact your thyroid.  What does this mean for you? It means that these nutrient deficiencies are a way that YOU can both naturally treat AND improve your thyroid.  And this is great news …

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8 types of Hashimoto's thyroiditis

8 Types of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (Including Causes and Triggers)

If you have Hashimoto’s then you probably understand the struggle associated with this autoimmune disease.  For those who are newly diagnosed, though, let me fill you in on some important details about Hashimoto’s.  The first thing that you should know is that Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune disease of your thyroid gland.  This means that your …

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thyroid medication dosage chart

Thyroid Medication Dosage & Conversion Chart (For All Thyroid Medications)

Are you taking one type of thyroid medication but considering switching to another? If so, then this is the article for you.  The truth is that while many thyroid medications contain similar ingredients the switching process is not as straightforward as you might think.  We are going to talk about switching from T4-only medications (levothyroxine …

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