Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of the thyroid gland that impacts over 30 million Americans. These verified statistics from research studies and third-party reliable sources shed light on this growing problem and how it impacts not only thyroid patients and physicians but the healthcare system as a whole. Top Hypothyroid Statistics Monetary Impact …
What is a thyroid belly? It’s the characteristic distention of the abdomen that appears to be unique to thyroid patients and its severity can range from mild to severe. In the most mild cases, it may just look like you ate a large meal, but in the extreme cases, it could make you look pregnant. …
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 …
I’ll be the first to say that thyroid medication management can be quite confusing and not at all straightforward, at least not all of the time. Which is why it comes as no surprise that some thyroid patients experience what seem to be paradoxical or almost too-good-to-be-true effects when making adjustments to their thyroid medication. …
As a thyroid patient, you probably know what it feels like to fight and scratch just to see minor improvements in how you are feeling. Sometimes it can feel like pulling teeth just to get a small boost in your energy. Well, what if I told you that there’s something you can do right now …
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 …
Using a scale is one of the worst ways to measure weight loss if you have a thyroid problem for 3 main reasons: Reason #1. Thyroid patients frequently suffer from rapid changes to their weight due to shifts in fluid. These shifts do not represent changes in fat mass, but they can confused as such when …
Berberine, a plant-based alkaloid with a huge number of benefits, has been one of my favorite ingredients for thyroid patients for a long time. While it’s been well-studied in the setting of treating symptoms commonly associated with hypothyroidism, such as weight gain, new studies are showing that it can be beneficial for hyperthyroid patients as well. …
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 …
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 …
