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how hyperthyroidism causes weight gain

How Hyperthyroidism Can Lead to Weight Gain & What to do about it

Hyperthyroid patients can and do gain weight! You are NOT crazy if this is happening to you and it can be explained perfectly with science.  Believe it or not, weight gain in hyperthyroid patients is actually quite common with reports showing as many as 50% of patients who deal with this particular issue. We need …

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the best t3 supplements and t3 medications

T3 Supplements vs T3 Medications: How & When to use Them

Are you looking to boost your T3 thyroid hormone levels? Maybe you know that T3 is responsible for managing your energy levels, or maybe you know how important it is for your metabolism.  Either way, there are several T3 supplements that you can use to increase serum T3 levels.   Use this guide to help …

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What your Low TSH means while taking thyroid medication

What Your Low TSH Means With Thyroid Medication & Without

Would it surprise you to know that you can have a low TSH but still be hypothyroid?  This situation is not uncommon and may be occurring in your body right now.  On the flip side, a low TSH can also be an indicator of hyperthyroidism.  Your TSH can be a helpful tool in evaluating thyroid …

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the complete list of leaky gut symptoms

The Complete List of Leaky Gut Symptoms + 4 Step Treatment Guide

Leaky gut results in systemic damage that influences multiple systems in your body.  Because of this damage, you may experience symptoms ranging from depression to chronic constipation and much more. The key to diagnosing leaky gut is understanding exactly how your gut interacts with hormone systems and neurotransmitters in your body. Then you can understand …

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top 10 low thyroid symptoms explained

Top 10 Low Thyroid Symptoms Explained & Your next steps

Hypothyroidism is very common among people in the US which means that many people are taking thyroid hormones.  Despite taking thyroid hormones, many patients still show the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism.  Why is it that some patients who take thyroid hormone replacement medication for low thyroid still have symptoms?  It’s not as complicated as …

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5 ways saxenda help with weight loss

5 Ways Saxenda Helps with Weight Loss & How to use it Safely

Saxenda might be one of the best weight loss medications that exist on the market right now.  But just because it might work doesn’t mean it’s necessarily right for your body. Saxenda works because it alters many hormone systems in your body that tend to interfere with your appetite, metabolism, and even other hormones.  In …

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how to use contrave for weight loss

How Contrave Helps with Weight Loss + Who should use it

Is Contrave really a miracle weight loss medication?  Well, it is a newer weight loss medication but it’s far from perfect.  This particular medication helps people lose weight by influencing certain factors in the body ranging from hormonal control to appetite modulation.  Because of this, certain people stand to benefit more from using this medication …

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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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WP thyroid weight loss guide

How to use WP Thyroid For Weight Loss: Patient Case Study

Want to see how one of my thyroid patients was able to lose 55+ points over 6 months with the use of WP Thyroid? You’re in the right place. But before we jump into that, you should know that WP Thyroid is currently NOT available. If that ever changes, I will send out an email …

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How to use Berberine to boost weight loss

How to use Berberine to Boost Weight Loss, Lower Blood Sugar & More

Berberine might just be one of the best supplements you’ve never heard of.  Through its powerful effects on insulin and an enzyme called AMP kinase, berberine makes weight loss easier by lowering blood sugar and reducing insulin.  Its effects on these systems are so strong that it has been compared to pharmaceutical medications (but more …

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