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Hypothyroidism and acne

Why Hypothyroidism Causes Acne & What to do About it

Acne can be tricky to treat unless you know exactly what is causing it.  And figuring that out can be a problem – especially if your approach has been to just throw different kinds of lotions and creams all over your skin.  You see: Acne is a condition that usually reflects a problem that is …

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Tirosint vs levothyroxine: the case for switching thyroid medication

Tirosint vs Levothyroxine: The Case for Switching Thyroid Meds

You’ve probably heard from other patients that switching from levothyroxine to Tirosint made all the difference.  Considering that they are both T4-only thyroid medications, what is the difference between these medications? Why do some patients have decreased symptoms, lose more weight, and feel better on Tirosint but not on levothyroxine? Is there a difference between …

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The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration Machines Weight Loss + Balance & More

The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration Machines: Weight Loss + Balance & More

​Increased weight loss, improved bone density, increase balance and blood flow… These are just some of the benefits of using a whole-body vibration machine.  ​But maybe you are wondering:  Are these benefits too good to be true? How can I get these results?  Will ​it work for me?  If so, which whole-body vibration machine is …

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The Best thyroid test

Is there a Best Thyroid Test? A Simple Guide to Thyroid Testing

Getting a complete thyroid hormone blood test is critical to understanding and evaluating your thyroid function.  Complete thyroid testing includes so much more than the traditional TSH (which can be inaccurate in certain medical conditions).  Without the right thyroid tests, you won’t understand if your body is converting thyroid hormone appropriately or if your cells …

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Adding t3 to NDT for weight loss and energy

Thyroid Success Story: Adding T3 to NDT for Weight Loss + Energy

I get some form of this question all the time: What if I have hypothyroid symptoms but a low TSH? Can I still be hypothyroid? Or what if I am already on NDT but still feeling symptomatic? What then?​ ​The answer to this question is that, yes, you can still be hypothyroid with a “normal” …

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Magnesium Citrate Benefits From Weight Loss to Better Sleep & More

Magnesium Citrate Benefits: From Weight Loss to Better Sleep & More

So you’re interested in using magnesium Citrate? Maybe you’ve heard that magnesium can help with weight loss, or maybe you found out that your serum levels are low.  Either way, it doesn’t matter because the truth is that magnesium is critical for optimal health and is involved in a number of metabolic pathways in the …

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B12 Injection sites + How to use B12 Shots Safely

B12 Injection sites + How to use B12 Shots Safely

B12 shots can help improve energy levels, and sleeping patterns, help with weight loss, and even improve hair growth.  In order to get these benefits you need to be using the right type of B12 and using it correctly, which means in the right injection sites and the correct depth. Use this guide to help …

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5 tips to lower TPO antibodies

How To Lower TPO Antibodies Naturally

Would it surprise you to know that, contrary to what your doctor might tell you, you can do something about your elevated antibodies? And we aren’t talking about fly-by-night radical treatments that are insanely expensive or may cause you to grow a third arm. I’m talking about research-backed treatments that have been used successfully by …

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6 Reasons to avoid the HCG diet and how it damages your metabolism

Is the HCG Diet Safe? How it Damages your Thyroid & Metabolism

Are you thinking about doing the HCG diet for weight loss? If so you are probably wondering… Is the HCG Diet safe? Will it harm my metabolism? Will it cause thyroid damage or make my thyroid function worse? ​And you are right to ask these questions before you undergo the treatment! The truth is that …

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Victoza Weight Loss Case Study 50 Pounds Lost with Victoza & LDN

Victoza Weight Loss Case Study: 50 Pounds Lost with Victoza & LDN

Victoza is a powerful weight loss medication that actually works… If used correctly.  And I will explain what I mean by that a little bit later, but first, we need to talk about this case study.  During this time she was able to lose almost 40 pounds ​using my hormone-balancing approach with the combination of …

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