Thyroid problems cause symptoms that affect virtually every system in your body, from your hair and skin to your energy levels and mood. The tricky part is that many of these symptoms overlap with other conditions, which is why thyroid disease goes undiagnosed so often. These articles help you connect the dots between your symptoms and your thyroid.
Research has shown that people with hypothyroidism are two times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease when compared to those with normal thyroid function. In addition, some newer studies have suggested that there is a link between taking thyroid medication and developing dementia. This link has caused some people to believe that it is actually …
Most thyroid cysts are completely benign and nothing to worry or stress over. But some cysts may contain cancerous cells that require more aggressive treatment. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about thyroid cysts including symptoms, management, and how to determine if your cyst is cancerous or not. What is a …
On one hand, iodine is a critical nutrient required for the creation of thyroid hormone. But on the other, it has the potential to cause thyroid dysfunction and trigger autoimmune thyroid disease. So how are you supposed to look at iodine as a thyroid patient? As a thyroid-boosting ingredient that will help you feel better …
Have you been told that you have a low TSH? Are you experiencing symptoms such as It may surprise you to know that a low TSH can be associated with multiple conditions all of which present in different ways. This article will go into detail on how to interpret your TSH, how to determine the …
Subclinical hyperthyroidism is a potentially serious thyroid problem that can go undiagnosed if you aren’t looking for it. This condition can also be confused with other medical conditions which means that not everyone with this disease should undergo treatment. Learn more about this condition including what causes it, how it presents (symptoms), conventional treatment as …
Thyroid hormone absolutely does impact both your blood pressure and heart rate. But what are you supposed to do if you feel good on your thyroid medication but you still have high blood pressure? How can you manage high blood pressure on medications like Cytomel, liothyronine, or Armour thyroid (which are actually amazing for thyroid …
Your thyroid gland produces some of the most important hormones in your entire body. But what happens if you have your thyroid removed? Or destroyed? Are you able to survive? The answer is yes and it has to do with the fact that thyroid medication contains the same hormones that your body produces naturally. The …
It may surprise you to know that around 1% of the population suffers from this condition (1). And it’s especially important if you consider that a small percentage of patients with this disease may go on to develop thyroid storm. But what exactly is thyrotoxicosis? Is it a problem if you have it? Is it …
It’s estimated that at least 70% of Americans take at least one prescription medication and that up to 20% of Americans take five or more medications (1). We know, if you read this blog, that up to 15% of patients in the United States also take thyroid hormone (2) (a prescription medication) for thyroid disease. When …
If you have thyroid disease then understanding what euthyroid is incredibly important. If you aren’t in a euthyroid state then you may suffer from the symptoms of hypothyroidism such as weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, dry skin, and more. This article will teach you everything you need to know about this term including how to …
