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how hypothyroidism causes carpal tunnel syndrome

How Hypothyroidism Leads to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & How to Fix It

Few things in this world are more frustrating than nerve problems which is why carpal tunnel syndrome can be so debilitating.  Sure, there are definitely more serious medical conditions out there like heart disease, but that doesn’t mean that people who have carpal tunnel syndrome aren’t suffering.  And while there are many causes of carpal …

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How Dehydration Hurts Your Thyroid

How Dehydration Hurts Your Thyroid & How Much Water You Should Drink Daily

It still surprises me that there are people out there who don’t drink enough water.  If you don’t have enough reasons to drink this life-saving substance then I have one more for you:  Drinking water helps your thyroid do its job.  You already know that hypothyroidism is bad because it causes symptoms like weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, …

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Supplements Proven to Lower Thyroid Antibodies

Supplements Proven to Lower Thyroid Antibodies

The presence of antibodies in your body is never normal and indicates something is wrong with your immune system.  Under no circumstance should your body ever create antibodies to your own tissues!  When this happens, your immune system will eventually destroy whatever tissue it’s trying to attack.  If your body attacks your thyroid, as in the …

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gluten-free hypothyroid dinner ideas

10 Gluten-Free Healthy Hypothyroid Dinner Ideas

Looking for some dinner ideas that are healthy and gluten-free that will also support your thyroid? You’ve come to the right place. All 10 of the listed recipes below are GREAT for patients with hypothyroidism, low thyroid function, or a sluggish thyroid. We’ve created these recipes and have ensured that they are hypothyroid-friendly and thyroid-approved. …

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