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What to look for in a thyroid doctor

What to Look for in a Thyroid Doctor to Start Feeling Better

Does it feel like your current thyroid treatment isn’t working? Have you been reading a lot about your thyroid but now you are more confused? If you fall into these categories then the answer may be to find the right thyroid doctor.  There is no substitute for an experienced physician who understands the importance of …

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Thyroid cancer symptoms and early warning signs

Thyroid Cancer Symptoms & Early Warning Signs

This post will teach you how to identify thyroid cancer symptoms and teach you what to look out for if you suspect you have thyroid cancer. It is important to understand thyroid cancer because some thyroid conditions may mimic or cause symptoms that may cause a “thyroid cancer scare”.   Learn more about these conditions …

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How Does Your Thyroid Gland Work_ Functions, Common Disorders & More

How Does Your Thyroid Gland Work? Functions, Common Disorders & More

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This guide will walk you through the importance of your thyroid gland, the 6 steps involved in thyroid hormone function, common disorders of thyroid gland disease, and the symptoms that follow. Thyroid Gland Basics and Thyroid Physiology 101 Your thyroid gland is an endocrine gland that sits at the base of your neck.  The word …

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thyroid goiter treatment guide

7 Causes of Thyroid Goiter + Treatment & Symptom Guide

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This guide will teach you everything you need to know if you have a Thyroid Goiter in plain simple terms including how to approach diagnosis, what treatment options are available, the types of conditions that cause goiters, and natural therapies. What is a Thyroid Goiter? A thyroid goiter is simply a way to describe the …

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Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

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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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How long does it take for testosterone to work?

How Long Does it take for Testosterone to Work? All Types

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This post will walk you through the ups and downs of testosterone replacement therapy and give you an idea of how long it takes testosterone to work and what to do if it isn’t. Testosterone replacement therapy can be used to help patients lose weight, improve their mood, and more, but what if you don’t …

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What is Thyroiditis Types, Symptoms & Treatment a Patient Guide

What is Thyroiditis? Types, Symptoms & Treatment (Patient Guide)

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This guide will teach you everything you need to know about Thyroiditis including the complete symptom guide, how to approach treatment, and the various types of Thyroiditis (including how to treat and manage Hashimoto’s thyroiditis).  Thyroiditis is actually just a general term used to describe inflammation localized to the thyroid gland.  The trick with diagnosing …

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the complete hypothyroidism user guide for patients

The Complete Hypothyroidism User Guide for Patients

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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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Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss

Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss?

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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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Liothyronine and t3 tyroid medication user guide

Is Liothyronine the Best Thyroid Medication? 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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