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3 Causes of Magnesium Deficiency in Hypothyroidism (Why It's So Common)

3 Causes of Magnesium Deficiency in Hypothyroidism (Why It’s So Common)

The thyroid gland is a highly active tissue that requires a lot of nutrients to function at 100%.  One of those is a mineral called magnesium and it just so happens that most thyroid patients are not getting enough of it.  Why is it important?  Because your thyroid uses it to:  So if you are …

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hypothyroid supplements that will help you feel better

6 Hypothyroid Supplements That Will Help You Feel Better

Contrary to what your doctor might tell you, hypothyroid support supplements can absolutely help you feel better.  You don’t need to take my word for it either. There are literally thousands of people who take them every single month.  And these people wouldn’t continue to buy them and spend their hard-earned money if they didn’t …

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should you take ashwagandha if you have hashimoto's

Ashwagandha and Hashimoto’s: Helpful or Harmful?

Some myths in the thyroid community tend to linger far longer than they should and one of those is the idea that ashwagandha is somehow harmful to patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.   Some information on the internet would have you believe that this adaptogenic herb should be avoided if you have Hashimoto’s because it can make your …

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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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