How to Naturally Treat Hypothyroidism

How to Naturally Treat Hypothyroidism

Approximately 15 million U.S. residents live with hypothyroidism, which is characterized by an underactive thyroid gland. Hyperthyroidism is also common, but has the opposite effect, making more than enough thyroid hormone and disrupting thyroid function. Symptoms of thyroid disease can encompass a wide range, including dry skin, increased body weight, impaired memory, elevated blood pressure,…

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Calcitonin: Function, Uses & Side Effects

Calcitonin: Function, Uses & Side Effects

Calcitonin is a thyroid hormone that helps maintain calcium homeostasis. That means it regulates your blood calcium levels. Abnormal calcitonin levels may have no direct negative side effects, but may indicate an underlying condition that needs to be addressed, such as hypothyroidism or thyroid cancer. Salmon calcitonin may be used as a treatment for bone…

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Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism

Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism: Differences, Symptoms, & Treatments

Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are both severe thyroid disorders. In hypothyroidism, the thyroid doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone, whereas in hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid produces too much hormone. About 1% of American adults experience hyperthyroidism, while approximately 5% of American adults experience hypothyroidism. More than half of thyroid disease patients may not know they have a…

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hypothyroidism pregnancy

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy: Treatment, Prevention, and Tests

Hypothyroidism is an endocrine condition in which your thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough T3 (triiodothyronine) and/or T4 (thyroxine). It’s also known as underactive thyroid. Thyroid disease in pregnancy is uncommon (3-5 occurrences per every 1,000 pregnancies). Even if you didn’t deal with diagnosed thyroid issues before conception, it’s possible to develop maternal hypothyroidism.  2-3% of…

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Bananas: Good For IBS? FODMAPs, Ripe vs. Unripe & Alternatives

Bananas: Good For IBS? FODMAPs, Ripe vs. Unripe & Alternatives

Bananas are generally nutritious but can have different effects on people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) depending on their ripeness and a person’s food triggers.  IBS is a disorder of the gut that can cause constipation, diarrhea, or a mix of both (among other uncomfortable symptoms). In IBS-D, trigger foods (like ripe bananas) can cause…

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