Thyroid Health Hub

As you might suspect, Hyperthyroidism is the opposite of Hypothyroidism. It is a condition where the thyroid kicks into overdrive and makes TOO much thyroid hormone. Common symptoms include:  Rapid heart rate (tachycardia) Heart palpitations (pounding or irregular…

Does any of this sound familiar to you? You’re constantly tired You  struggle with weight gain You’re always feeling cold or sensitive to the cold You’re constipated and/or have less than 1 bowel movement per day Your skin is dry Your hair is falling out or is just…

When you consider the health of your thyroid, you likely think of metabolism, energy levels, and temperature regulation. However, your thyroid is also a sensitive target for your immune system, particularly following a viral illness. To understand how a common virus…

Okay I’m going to need you to pay attention here……. If you’re on birth control If you’re pregnant Or if you’re in menopause…….YOU’RE AT A MUCH HIGHER RISK FOR HYPOTHYROIDISM! Check out these stats: If you’re on birth control, you’re 25% more likely to develop…

The short answer is yes. But it’s important to understand the basic mechanisms of these vital nutrients because then you’ll know WHY it’s so critical to the health of your thyroid. B VITAMINS B vitamins serve as essential cofactors in the biochemical pathways that…

When thinking about Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, you can’t ignore your diet and more importantly, what can develop from a poor diet = Leaky Gut. What is Leaky Gut Syndrome and How do Food Sensitivities Cause It? Leaky gut syndrome occurs when your gut lining becomes…

First, let’s make sure we understand what the adrenal glands are AND what the thyroid gland is. The adrenal glands are small, triangular-shaped organs located on top of each kidney (mid-lower back). The adrenal glands act as “bodyguards” that regulate nearly every…

Before we dive into Hashimoto’s, let’s just make sure you understand the thyroid gland and what it’s all about.  Your thyroid is the master regulator of your metabolism. It is a small, butterfly-shaped organ at the base of your neck and it takes iodine from your…

Getting a thyroid diagnosis shouldn’t end with a prescription. For most patients with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, or chronic thyroid symptoms, there are underlying causes driving the problem — and those causes can be found. But only if you test for them. This is a…

Diet is one of the most powerful — and most overlooked — factors in thyroid health. What you eat can drive inflammation, trigger autoimmune activity, deplete critical nutrients, and interfere with medication absorption. For anyone with Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism, or…