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The Best Desiccated Thyroid Supplements on The Market

The Best Desiccated Thyroid Supplements on The Market

Desiccated thyroid supplements are super popular among thyroid patients, and for good reason: They contain actual thyroid hormones, including T4, T3, and T2. And what makes them even more incredible is the fact that you can get these over the counter, and they synergize with all thyroid medications. So if you are a thyroid patient …

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synthroid vs levothyroxine

Synthroid vs Levothyroxine: When to Switch Thyroid Medications

Even though Synthroid and Levothyroxine contain the same active ingredient, they may not be tolerated equally among all patients. This means that certain patients do better on one medication compared to the other! Learn how to identify if you are taking the right type of medication and when to consider switching in this post: Generic …

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How and when to use estrogen blockers for men

How & When to use Estrogen Blockers for Men

Do estrogen blockers really help to get you shredded or cut? Is high estrogen the bane of your TRT existence? In this post we will discuss the benefit of estrogen blockers including who should consider using them, how they should be used, and other signs and symptoms associated with estrogen problems:  Estrogen in Men When …

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Triiodothyronine (T3) hormone guide includingg how it works and why you need it

Triiodothyronine (T3) Hormone Guide: Why It’s So Important

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Triiodothyronine is the official name for T3 thyroid hormone which is the single most powerful thyroid hormone in the body. If you have a known or suspected thyroid problem then it’s in your best interest to ensure that you know at least a little bit about this important hormone. Why? Because, unfortunately, you can’t count …

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how and when to use progesterone pills

How & When to Use Progesterone Pills (Prometrium)

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Are you suffering from the symptoms of progesterone deficiency? Have you recently been prescribed progesterone pills? Are you wondering if you should use progesterone cream or progesterone pills? Learn everything you need to know about progesterone pills in this guide, including how and when to use progesterone, the differences between progesterone cream and progesterone pills, …

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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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Early warnings signs of iodine deficiency

Early Signs of Iodine Deficiency & How it Affects Your Thyroid

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Fatigue, minor weight gain, depression, and brain fog may all be early warning signs of iodine deficiency.  Iodine is an important trace mineral that is required for thyroid function in your body.  Deficiency, due to a variety of reasons, is more common due primarily to soil depletion and the standard American diet (1). Learn more …

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are goitrogens dangerous? how to protect your thyroid gland

How to Protect Your Thyroid Gland From Goitrogens

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Do goitrogens really cause thyroid problems? Do you really have to avoid healthy foods like broccoli if you have a thyroid problem? All of these questions and more will be answered in this post.  We will go over what a goitrogen is, why you probably don’t have to worry about eating healthy foods that contain …

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hCG for Men – How to use it to Enhance Testosterone Levels

hCG for Men: How to use it to Enhance Testosterone Levels

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Can using hCG help increase testosterone in men? Is hCG required as part of a TRT regimen? In this post you will find the answers to these questions and more, including how hCG can be effective in men, how it can help increase testosterone, help with weight loss, and more:  More about hCG hCG, otherwise …

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