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Spot Hypothyroidism. No Labs Needed.

Spot Hypothyroidism. No Labs Required.

10% to 20% of the population have this hormone imbalance and it’s called hypothyroidism.  Hypothyroidism, what is it?  It’s a state of low thyroid function and it’s almost always caused by an autoimmune disease.  This autoimmune disease is known as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.  Your thyroid controls and regulates just about every single system in your body.  …

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10 Thyroid Friendly Healthy Chocolate Desserts

10 Thyroid Friendly Healthy Chocolate Desserts

Is chocolate actually healthy for your thyroid gland? Well, not as healthy as other foods, but it’s probably not as unhealthy as you might think. Dark chocolate is loaded with polyphenols, fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants, all of which are beneficial for your thyroid. And eating dark chocolate, in the right amount each day, can actually …

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AIP dinner ideas for Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

10 AIP Diet Dinner Ideas For Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

Looking for some AIP-friendly dinners to help put your Hashimoto’s at ease? I have you covered… If this is the first time you have heard about AIP, let me fill you in: AIP stands for the autoimmune protocol and it’s a popular diet used to help treat Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It’s a restrictive diet that removes …

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