It’s become more and more common for hypothyroid patients to experience symptoms despite having so-called “normal” labs. But why is this? There are actually a number of reasons why this is the case and each one is important. In this article, I will go over 12 major reasons why you may be experiencing hypothyroid symptoms. …
There are about 4.5 million people in the United States (and more in the world) with hyperthyroidism. *This number is calculated by taking the population of the US and multiplying it by the prevalence of hyperthyroidism which is 1.2%. A large majority of these people have undergone RAI to treat their hyperthyroidism. A new study (1) …
A huge percentage of people with thyroiditis suffer from hair loss. Is this something that you will just have to deal with for the rest of your life? The answer is a resounding no. In this article, we are going to explore exactly why thyroiditis leads to hair loss, what you can do about it, …
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 …
Are you taking Synthroid and just not feeling quite right? If so, there’s a possibility that you may be taking too much. According to research, about 20-30% of all thyroid patients taking thyroid medication are taking more than they need at any given time. That means there’s about a 2-3 out of 10 chance that …
If you have or suspect that you have thyroid problems then this article is very important to you. It turns out that the majority of people who have a thyroid problem have it because of an autoimmune condition. This condition is often referred to as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and it is something that EVERY thyroid patient …
It is definitely possible to get pregnant if you have thyroid problems. But, having said that, it doesn’t mean that it is easy. The presence of thyroid dysfunction will not only make it more difficult to conceive, but it may also put your baby at increased risk of certain complications. In this article you will …
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 …
The answer is yes! But what I find in most patients is that the underlying cause of high blood sugar is typically not the thyroid. Even though thyroid function can play a role, it’s usually other underlying conditions such as how much stress you are under, how much thyroid medication you are taking, what types …
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 …
