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Side Effects of Iodine Supplements: What They Mean

Side Effects of Iodine Supplements: What They Mean

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Get out your pitchforks and get ready to get angry because it’s time to talk about iodine.  I’m joking (mostly)… But we actually do need to talk about iodine.  I’m not sure what it is, but only a few topics in the thyroid world are more controversial than iodine.  Today we should be sidestepping most of the controversy, …

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the truce cost of hypothyroidism

How Much Hypothyroidism Will Cost You Each Year

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Not treating your thyroid is costing you big. You might be thinking, “Well, it’s a good thing that I’m treating my thyroid then!”.  But are you?  If you are undergoing treatment for your thyroid but still experiencing the symptoms of low thyroid then whatever you are doing isn’t working.  Unfortunately, the way doctors approach thyroid management often results in …

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hashimoto's flare up triggers explained

Hashimoto’s Flare Up Triggers: 9 Common Causes Explained

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There are two very important things you should always remember if you have Hashimoto’s: #1. Hashimoto’s is primarily a disease of your immune system. Yes, Hashimoto’s can and does cause thyroid problems but it is the immune aspect upstream which triggers all of the problems downstream.  Because of this, you should always be thinking and …

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6 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Lead to Hypothyroidism

6 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Lead to Hypothyroidism (Replace These!)

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Would it surprise you to know that not all cases of hypothyroidism or low thyroid function are permanent? This is exactly the case with certain nutrient deficiencies.  Nutrient deficiencies play an important role in helping your thyroid to function by improving how well your thyroid works, whether or not you can create thyroid hormone, how …

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how to get better, deeper sleep for your thyroid, immune system, and weight loss

How to Sleep For Better Thyroid Health, Immune Function & Weight Loss

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Want to know about a completely free therapy that can help you lose weight, improve your thyroid, boost immune function, and help your weight overall? It’s called getting enough sleep.  And if I read the benefits to you of sleeping (1) it would read exactly like an infomercial.  You would sit there and tell yourself it’s …

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how to reverse hashimoto's naturally with Dr. Anshul Gupta

Reversing Hashimoto’s Naturally & Managing Thyroid Antibodies | Dr. Anshul Gupta & Dr. Westin Childs

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How to Reverse Hashimoto’s Naturally with Dr. Anshul Gupta Podcast Interview Show notes & links from the video Today I am joined by Dr. Anshul Gupta for a great discussion on reversing Hashimoto’s, what triggers Hashimoto’s, natural treatments for Hashimoto’s, and much more.  Dr. Anshul Gupta is a best-selling author, speaker, researcher, and expert in …

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