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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Best Thyroid Supplements of The Year (2022 Edition)

Thyroid Supplements and You Do thyroid supplements work? The answer is yes and you probably wouldn’t be here if you thought otherwise.  But I do want to take a second to explain just how important I think they are.  After treating literally thousands of thyroid patients, I’ve seen firsthand just how effective thyroid supplements can …

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thyroid testing

Thyroid Testing: How to get 100% Accurate Thyroid Test Results

It should come as no surprise that if you are going to test your thyroid you would want those tests to be as accurate as possible, right? I don’t think anyone would argue against that point. Which is why it’s so interesting that most thyroid patients are actively taking steps to make sure their lab …

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the problem with optimal thyroid lab tests

The Problem with Optimal Thyroid Lab Tests: Fact vs Fiction

Among thyroid enthusiasts, there is often a big push to help people understand the difference between optimal thyroid lab tests and normal thyroid lab tests.  This way of viewing thyroid lab tests has led to improved outcomes in many patients over the years.  But there’s one big problem: It’s not the right way to look …

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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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