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Liothyronine and t3 tyroid medication user guide

The Benefits of Liothyronine & When To Use It

Liothyronine is a special type of prescription-grade thyroid hormone, it’s also the most powerful thyroid medication that exists.  People taking liothyronine (especially over traditional medications such as levothyroxine) report significant improvements in their hypothyroid symptoms and quality of life.  These benefits range from weight loss to reduced rates of depression and more.  Learn who should …

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The full list of estrogen dominance symptoms and 5 common causes

The Full List of Estrogen Dominance Symptoms & Causes of High Estrogen

You don’t have to be menopausal to experience the symptoms of estrogen dominance and you don’t necessarily even have to have high serum estrogen levels either.  Many women, though, may begin to experience issues relating to hormone imbalance as early as their late teens or early twenties.  If these imbalances are not addressed they can …

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5 Tips to find the best multivitamin for both men and women

5 Tips to Find The Best Multivitamin For Men and Women

Multivitamins are supposed to have all of the necessary nutrients that your body needs to function optimally all in one (or a few) capsules.  They sound great in theory, but are they really as good as they sound? It depends! There are absolutely some people who should consider using a multivitamin each day, but in …

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Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss

Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss?

You can tell by the title of the article that cortisol blockers may actually not be as effective as you would hope… We all know that excess cortisol can lead to weight gain so the idea of “blocking” cortisol may sound enticing as a potential weight loss treatment.  But does it actually work? Well, not …

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Top causes of elevated liver enzymes

Causes of Elevated Liver Enzymes: How to Lower ALT & AST

Elevated liver enzymes may act as a warning that something is damaging your liver and should never be ignored.  Learn what causes elevated liver enzymes, what symptoms you may present with, and more importantly how to treat this problem… Liver Enzyme Made Easy (AST & ALT) What are liver enzymes and what do they mean?  …

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the complete hypothyroidism user guide for patients

The Complete Hypothyroidism User Guide for Patients

If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or you suspect you have hypothyroidism then this is the post for you.  The world of hypothyroidism can be a confusing and conflicting place.  Learn all of the updated information relating to hypothyroidism treatment and management in this guide with references to the newest scientific research and studies.  This …

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Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

This post will help you understand the amazing and potential benefits of using Chromium picolinate for weight loss, depression, appetite regulation, and for treating insulin resistance, and also how to use it safely and effectively. Chromium is an essential mineral that helps regulate the metabolism of very important macromolecules in your body.  Chromium deficiency may …

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7 Energy Supplements that Work

7 Energy Supplements That Work (& Why You Have Low Energy)

Low energy is a common and frequently ignored symptom that many patients suffer from.  Wouldn’t it be nice if you could take something to help increase your energy? While there isn’t a magical “energy supplement” that will cure your fatigue, there are many supplements that may help.  Learn more about targeting your supplements to help …

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Does CLA Really Help with Weight Loss: 5 Proven Benefits

Does CLA Really Help with Weight Loss? 5 Proven Benefits

CLA is an extremely well-studied supplement that has been shown to help with weight loss and metabolic function.  CLA works by modulating your appetite, increasing the amount of energy that you consume, and by preventing your fat cells from getting bigger.  Learn more about how to use this fatty acid safely and correctly for weight …

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