Hypothyroidism and Hormonal Imbalances

Our thyroid gland is responsible for producing thyroid hormones through the use of iodine found usually in bread, salt, as well as seafood. One common condition affecting thyroid's is called hypothyroidism. This condition is very common that according to survey, more or less 5% of the population has some form of it. Also, according to surveys, hypothyroidism occurs in more women rather than men and as the age increases, the number of affected women increases, too.

When a certain person has hypothyroidism, he or she has abnormally low thyroid hormone production. Thyroid hormones are necessary for the development of mind and body of babies while for older people, thyroid hormones are essential for metabolism. When there is hypothyroidism, many other disorders may occur in a person's body.

There are several causes of hypothyroidism in adults and this list includes thyroid destruction, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, lymphocytic thyroiditis, pituitary or hypothalamic disease, medications and massive iodine deficiency.

In the US, the most common reason of hypothyroidism is called Hashimoto's thyroiditis. The condition is derived from the name of Dr. Hakaru Hashimoto, the first doctor to describe it. When you have this condition, your thyroid gland, more commonly called as goiter, is bigger than usual and your thyroid now cannot produce as much hormones as it usually does. Hashimoto's can be an inherited condition.

Another cause of hypothyroidism is called lymphocytic thyroiditis. This condition usually occurs after pregnancy wherein inflammation of thyroid gland happens. The inflammation is caused by lymphocyte, a certain type of white blood cell so it is called as lymphocytic thyroiditis. This condition can last up top 6 months.

Those people who have undergone radioactive iodine may suffer malfunctioning thyroid tissue or in some cases, no functioning thyroid tissue at all. If this situation continues the result will be hypothyroidism.

The thyroid glands are also one of the primary glands along with hypothalamus and pituitary glands that are responsible for producing reproductive hormones. When the thyroid glands fail to function, hormonal imbalance occurs and if not addressed properly, female infertility may result. All these primary glands may be affected due to changes in weight, stress, medication.

Most of the time, it is hard to determine whether a person already has hypothyroidism. These symptoms are not very specific so it is hard to recognize them. The symptoms only become more visible if the condition is already getting worse. Simple symptoms include fatigue, depression, dry hair and constipation. On the other hand, severe conditions show puffiness around the eyes, heart rate is slower and there's a drop in body temperature.

Dr. Jonathan Berns, D.C. helps people everyday in the Tampa, Florida area overcome the very misunderstood and often mistreated conditions caused from dysfunctional thyroids. Visit Tampa Thyroid Program at Integrative Physical Medicine of Tampa to learn more about thyroid management.

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Hypothyroidism - Running Low on Two Very Similar Yet Different Molecules Called T4 and T3?

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Two powerful and important molecules course through our blood stream, affecting every part the body on a cellular level. They are the two hormones created inside the Thyroid Gland, both of which are built upon the same amino acid and are nearly identical in structure. They are called Thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Don't gloss over; they are simply abbreviated T4 and T3. The difference: T4 has four iodine atoms where T3 has only three, hence their names. These molecules can also be manufactured in a lab to produce drugs such as Synthroid (synthetic T4.) Animals also produce them.

T4 is more abundant making up about 80% of what the thyroid creates, whereas T3 represents only 20% but is roughly four times as powerful. What's more, T3 is the "active" hormone that the body really wants and needs.

T3 is responsible for a whole host of vital functions and affects nearly every physiological process. These include growth, development, heart rate, metabolism, and body temperature. But T3 lives hard and dies young; its half life is about 2.5 days. T4 has a steadying effect with its longer half life of 5 to 7 days. While T3 is busy coursing through the blood taking care of every cell of the body directly, T4 is taking on an indirect role as a T3 reservoir by continuously converting into T3 inside the liver and other tissues. This process occurs when enzymes called deiodinase remove one iodine atom from each T4 molecule. This ensures a constant, metered supply of T3 to the cells of the body independent of what the thyroid directly secretes.

If your thyroid isn't pumping out enough of these two crucial hormones then you have a condition called Hypothyroidism. This problem is also referred to as having an under active thyroid. These hormones are vital to the cells of your body and directly control a plethora of vital body functions.

Your quality of life may be diminished significantly if you suffer from Hypothyroidism. In the most severe cases (very rare) a person can die from this disease. It is a complication called Myxedema Coma. Don't worry, if you're able to read this, you're probably in no danger of Myxedema Coma, but it is the end result of the body being continuously starved of vital thyroid hormones.

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism, as well as symptom intensity, will vary among individuals, often dependent upon the degree to which your thyroid is"under active". In many cases the onset of hypothyroidism is gradual; you may be unaware that you are sick. The symptoms can be subtle, but once realized, will leave little doubt that you're body is suffering for lack of T4 and T3.

Some symptoms include:

-A grayish look; a pale ashen hue has de-toned your skin and you look like death warmed over. You may not realize it, but once you get well and are euthyroid (normal thyroid hormone levels), you'll look at photographs of yourself from your hypothyroid days and won't believe your eyes.

-Puffiness that is especially noticeable in the face, making you seem heavier than you are.

-Weight Gain because your metabolism has slowed.

-Dry skin

-Brittle hair

-Hair loss.

-Constipation or hard stools.

-Feeling cold, especially at night; you need more blankets than others.

-Cold hands

-Loss of patience, snappy, easily agitated. This is because you're coping skills are shot as your body attempts to cope with its own internal problem.

-You don't feel good. It is taking all your energy just to exist.

-Joint pain.

-Tendonitis in joints.

-Inability for joints to heal from normal wear and tear.

-Heavy limbs: Remember when you were a kid and you tried on those Velcro exercise weights from the 80's? People strapped them around their ankles or wrists to jazzercise to Olivia Newton John. It may feel like you're wearing them now, and you may be so used to the feeling of wearing them, that you don't realize how heavy your limbs feel. Remember though, after an hour of two, when you removed the weights it felt like your arms or legs were so light they might float away? Get ready, because once you're thyroid hormone levels return to normal you'll feel it again.

-Muscle knots

-Waves of prickly, pinching feelings in your body.

-Headache

-Fatigue

-Trouble concentrating

-Brain fog.

-Depression

-Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed

-Loss of interest in activities you hate

-Loss of interest in activities

-Loss of interest

-Laziness: You just don't feel like taking the two steps back to the fridge to put the mayonnaise back, you'll get to it tomorrow.

In some cases your thyroid may be producing a technically correct amount of T4 and T3 but your pituitary gland is having to scream extra loud at your Thyroid Gland to get it to work. This communication between pituitary and thyroid gland is accomplished with Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) emitted by the pituitary gland to spur the thyroid into action when hormone levels get low. When T4 and T3 levels are within the correct range, but TSH is elevated, it is referred to as Sub Clinical Hypothyroidism. Those with Sub Clinical Hypothyroidism may be experiencing symptoms as well.

Hypothyroidism is completely curable and the damage is largely reversible. Patients nearly always have a prognosis for a long and healthy life. Treatment is simple and usually consists of taking medication once a day to augment the thyroid gland in its hormone production. Synthroid for example is a brand name medication in tablet form consisting of Synthetic T4. There are also animal derived tablets such as Amour brand available which will consist of both T4 and T3. Synthetic T3 exists also, but is less commonly prescribed.

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How The Thyroid Works

The thyroid is the gland that is in charge of regulating processes related to the body's metabolic functions. It is a butterfly-shaped gland located near the throat which is controlled by the pituitary gland that is in charge of the endocrine (hormones) system.

Since the thyroid is in charge of the regulation of an individual's metabolism, it affects the growth of the individual as well as its proper maturation. The thyroid gland is also responsible for regulating the use of energy inside the body, the production of proteins, and the body's general reaction and sensitivity to other hormones being produced for the overall needs of a body.

The thyroid makes hormones that are responsible for the regulation of the metabolic functions and proper energy use. These hormones are triiodothyronine (T3) and tetraiodothyronine or thyroxine (T4).

The thyroid is the gland that processes iodine taken from the digestive system to produce the previously mentioned hormones. The epithelial cells found in the thyroid uses the iodine to produce the thyroid hormones mentioned above.

Iodine is an important substance for the production of thyroid hormone. If a body lacks the sufficient amount of iodine that the thyroid needs, this may lead to a condition called hypothyroidism. This is one of two of the most common problems of the thyroid.

The body cannot produce iodine on its own. To have proper amounts of iodine inside the body, intake of food rich with iodine helps the thyroid gland produce the hormones needed to regulate the body's metabolism.

Common Problems of the Thyroid Gland

Hashimoto's thyroiditis also known as Hashimoto's disease is an auto immune condition where the thyroid gets inflamed which could also eventually lead to hypothyroidism. People with hypothyroidism can have weight gain as a symptom due to a slower metabolism rate because of the lack of thyroid hormones produced.

The second most common problem that the thyroid has is called hyperthyroidism or excessive production of the thyroid hormone. When this happens, metabolism goes too quickly and symptoms like diarrhea or weight loss can be observed.

People with hyperthyroidism can also notice more hair falling out than usual. The overproduction of thyroid hormones can be caused by another auto immune disease known as Grave's disease which affects the thyroid tissues.

Inflammation of the thyroid which happens when one has hypothyroidism is more noticeable and may manifest as a bump or growth in the neck area. However, when symptoms concerning the function of the thyroid appear, it is best to seek the advice of medical professionals.

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How Pregnancy Affects the Thyroid Gland

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A normal pregnancy causes substantial changes in the thyroid gland interfering with thyroid hormone production. Pregnancy places an increased pressure and demand on the thyroid gland.

In pregnancy, certain hormones and estrogen are produced at higher levels than normal. This will in turn cause an increase in the thyroid hormone levels in the blood. Estrogen on the other hand increases the production of thyroid-binding globulin - the protein responsible for transportation of thyroid hormone in the blood.

These hormone changes and variations do make it thyroid function tests harder to interpret if due to pregnancy hormones or if there is a true thyroid disorder.

As thyroid hormones are critical in baby's brain and nervous system development, pregnant women need more iodine. They need at least 250 mcg per day as there is not enough iodine in prenatal vitamins.

In persons without previous thyroid problems, pregnancy may or may not result in a full-blown thyroid disease. But in persons with previous thyroid problems, this extra demand of pregnancy on the thyroid gland may cause a more serious clinical disease and will need extra care by the physician.

Hyperthyroidism in Pregnancy

Hyperthyroidism diagnosis in pregnancy can be quite difficult as there are alterations in the hormones commonly used for diagnosis. The symptoms are just the same with a person who has hyperthyroidism but is not pregnant. There will be fatigue and hair falling out. In pregnant persons, normal pregnancy weight gain will be more difficult.

The most common result of hyperthyroidism in pregnancy is Grave's disease. It is an autoimmune disease that causes too much production of thyroid hormones.

Here are some of the consequences related to hyperthyroidism in pregnancy:

Hyperemesis gravidarum - severe nausea and vomitingMiscarriage or spontaneous abortionPreterm labor/Premature birthLow birth weight babiesStillbirthsPreeclampsiaCongestive heart failureThyroid storm

Mild cases do not require treatment. However, more severe cases might need treatment with propylthiouracil or methimazole.

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy

The most common cause of hypothyroidism in pregnancy is Hashimoto's disease. Similar with Grave's disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis alters the hormone production.

Hypothyroidism in pregnancy could be due to an existing undiagnosed thyroid disorder or hyperthyroidism treatment resulting in prior treatment of removal of the thyroid gland. Symptoms could be extreme fatigue, muscle cramps, constipation, and memory problems.

Here are some of the consequences related to hypothyroidism in pregnancy:

Congestive heart failurePreeclampsiaMiscarriageLow birth weightStillbirthsAnemia

Hypothyroidism treatment in pregnancy is usually through intake of a synthetic thyroxine. Thyroid medications are known to be safe for use during pregnancy.

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How Is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Treated?

Hashimoto's disease, also known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an auto immune disease that causes inflammation of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland which is part of the body's endocrine system is in charge of regulating the body's energy use, production of proteins, and regulation of the body's metabolism. This gland produces the thyroid hormone which is important for the body's proper growth and development.

Hashimoto's disease is also known as chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis. When the body has this auto immune disease, antibodies are made to attack the thyroid gland as if it were a foreign matter which is bad for the body. This damages the gland and affects the production of the thyroid hormone.

This auto immune disease is the leading cause of hypothyroidism where the thyroid fails to produce the proper amount of thyroid hormone that the body needs. Individuals who have Hashimoto's thyroiditis may experience symptoms similar to hypothyroidism, but in times, they may have bouts of hyperthyroidism as well where the inflamed thyroid produces too much of the thyroid hormone.

Hashimoto's thyroiditis is more common in women and can show up after pregnancy. To detect whether a person has Hashimoto's disease, a blood workup is needed to check for the antibody levels in the blood. That simple test can help provide a diagnosis for the condition and can help determine which treatment would work best.

People with Hashimoto's experience symptoms very similar to those of hypothyroidism. These are: depression, weight gain, brittle hair causing hair falling out, constipation, cramps, and swelling of the legs among other symptoms. If one suspects himself having this disease, a consult with the doctor is advised.

Treatments for Hashimoto's thyroiditis include: hormone replacement therapy, or intake of prescribed medications. In hormone replacement therapy, synthetic hormones that can help regulate the production of the thyroid hormone are given to patients with Hashimoto's. When the gland is permanently damaged, hormone replacement therapy may be needed for life.

Medications can include iodine supplements to help balance out the needed levels of iodine for proper levels of thyroid hormone production. The thyroid needs iodine to produce the thyroid hormone, and insufficient amounts can cause problems for the gland.

When tremendous damage has occurred, the gland may have difficulty converting the iodine into its needed form and that is where medications come in. Always remember though, that proper diagnosis of Hashimoto's disease is needed before any of the treatments for it is used.

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How Hypothyroidism Causes Weight Gain

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What is Hypothyroidism?

The thyroid gland is responsible for the release of the hormones controlling our metabolism. When the thyroid does not function as it is supposed to be, there becomes a hormonal imbalance. It can be due to a deficiency or an excess of hormone production.

Hypothyroidism is when the gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone, thus, causing imbalance. On the other hand, hyperthyroidism, from the word itself, is when the gland excretes more than enough thyroid hormone, thus, still causing imbalance. It has been always been said that too little or too much of something is not in any way good for our body.

Most Common Causes

Here are some of the most common causes for hypothyroidism:

Iodine deficiency - This has been cited to be the most common culprit for causing hypothyroidism.Thyroid gland inflammation - Inflammation damages the thyroid cells, thus, interfering with its natural capacity of hormone production.Hashimoto's thyroiditis - An autoimmune disease where one's own immune system attacks the thyroid. This results to inflammation, damaging the thyroid cells and interfering with the thyroid's functions that later leads to an under active gland.Postpartum thyroiditis - Usually happens after childbirth when a pregnant woman has history of immune disorders related to the thyroid gland. If the inflammation is not immediately diagnosed, this can also lead to an under active thyroid gland.Congenital hypothyroidism - Some persons are born with an under active thyroid gland. However, this happens rarely.Radiation treatments to the neck.Surgical removal of the thyroid gland.

Most Common Symptoms of a Hypoactive Thyroid Gland

Most of the time, a hypoactive thyroid is not easily detected in a person whose thyroid gland is just starting to malfunction. The symptoms become much more pronounced and noticeable when the hypothyroidism is already at the latter stage.

Let us classify the symptoms into two - the early and the late symptoms. Early symptoms include increased sensitivity to cold or cold intolerance, constipation and low heart rate or bradycardia. While late symptoms may include goiter or the pronounced enlargement of the thyroid gland and more pronounced abnormal menstrual cycles which can lead to infertility.

Why It Can Cause Weight Gain

Being the gland that produces hormones responsible for the body's metabolism, there is a complex relationship between the thyroid diseases, metabolism, and weight. Any abnormality in hormone production can alter the body's metabolism.

The relationship of the three can be illustrated as:

Hypothyroidism = Decreased thyroid hormones = Low metabolism = Weight gain

Hyperthyroidism =Increased thyroid hormones = High metabolism = Weight loss

The thyroid hormones regulates metabolism making them in direct proportion to each other. A decrease in metabolism rate results in weight gain because the body cannot metabolize in the way it is supposed to due to lacking thyroid hormones.

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How Hyperthyroidism Affects the Body

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The Importance of Thyroid Gland

The thyroid gland is directly related to our body's metabolism. The hormones the thyroid gland secretes are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones are responsible for controlling the pace of how each body cell uses energy, a process more known as metabolism.

If the thyroid gland produces low hormones like in the case of hypothyroidism, the metabolism will be slower than usual causing weight gain. Whereas if it produces too much thyroid hormones as such in the case of hyperthyroidism, there will be an increase in metabolism causing weight loss.

What Hyperthyroidism is

This is a condition also known as hyperactive thyroid. From the word itself, hyper meaning over or too much, this condition means there is production of too much thyroid hormones in the body. This usually happens when there is already too much thyroid hormones circulating in the blood causing thyrotoxicosis.

Thyrotoxicosis then leads to hyperthyroidism. The two should not be mistaken to be the same. Thyrotoxicosis could be a result of plain inflammation of the thyroid gland causing release or the hormones or too much intake of exogenous thyroid hormone.

What Causes Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism can be that the whole gland is producing too much hormones or there is only a single nodule producing more than enough hormones. When this happens, the single nodule is called "hot nodule".

Here are some of the usual causes of hyperthyroidism:

Too much iodine intakeGraves' disease - An autoimmune disease that is known to be the most common culprit in hyperthyroidism.Thyroiditis - Thyroid gland inflammation from viral infections or other auto-immune disease such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Hashimoto's disease. This can also be from a more subacute form called DeQuervain's thyroiditis.Noncancerous growths of thyroid or pituitary glandToxic thyroid adenomaToxic multinodular goiterPostpartum thyroiditis - This has several phases. The hyperthyroidism phase usually resolves on its own.

What the Effects of Hyperthyroidism are

Hyperthyroidism can either be symptomatic or asymptomatic. It can be acute or chronic depending on the length the thyroid gland has been producing more than normal amounts of the hormones. The symptoms usually begin slowly and are not noticeable as can be largely attributed to stress only. As time goes by that this is undetected, the symptoms will become more pronounced.

Here are some of the symptoms or effects of hyperthyroidism:

Nervousness and anxietyDifficulty concentratingWeight loss despite an increased appetiteIrritabilityIncreased perspirationGoiter - A visible enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neckExophthalmos - protruding eyesMuscle weakness more so in the upper arms and thighsMenstrual cycle variations - lightening of menstrual flow and less frequent periods

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5 Myths About Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism

AppId is over the quota AppId is over the quota #1: If you don't do anything, Graves' Disease will go away.Wrong: If you don't do anything you may face a thyroid storm, which is a very dangerous, life threatening condition. Symptoms could be, but are not limited to: high fever, severe palpitations, vomiting, delirium etc. - all of them are very serious complications that can lead even to a heart failure. Do not play with the fire!#2: There is a miracle pill, which if I take it I can get cured overnight from hyperthyroidism.Wrong: There isn't such a thing as a magical pill, that can cure any disease, not only Hyperthyroidism overnight. Usually it takes the same amount of time for healing as for the physical manifestation of the disease. You disease didn't show up overnight, it can't go way overnight!#3: RAI (Radioactive Iodine Treatment) is a safe and fast way to resolve my hyperthyroidism issues.Wrong: If you believe that swallowing radioactive iodine is that safe, what's the big fuss about the earthquake in Japan? People wouldn't be going around with masks and moving to different parts of the world, wouldn't they? Hyperthyroid cats treated with that same pill wouldn't be locked in metal containers for 2 weeks straight, right? But you believe that it is safe for people, especially for you?#4: Proper diet for hyperthyroidism is the only therapy that can fix my health problems.Wrong: No matter what you eat, no matter how much broccoli and cabbage you consume overnight- that still will not cure you from Graves' Disease. So said- keeping up with a good diet will definitely help, but it's' not the only pre-requisite remedial factor for this particular thyroid disease.There are foods that definitely need to be avoided- like sea food, or any foods with high iodine content. Aspartame is also considered very dangerous. Other foods, called goitrogenous and cruciferous can be very helpful.#5: I have to rely my endocrinologist 100% on treating my thyroid problem and do whatever they say I should do, no questions asked.Wrong: Doctors, at least most of them, do their best to treat properly their patients, to the best they have been taught. However, all humans are different and sometimes same medications and treatment options may have a completely dissimilar impact on different people. Do your own judgment, watch carefully how you feel and what reactions do you have, trust your intuition. In order to get cured you have to actively participate in the healing process and if your doctor is preventing you from doing so- don't be afraid to fire him and get another one.Svetla Bankova is a former Graves' Disease patient and the author of "Life Manual for Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism", "Thyroid Eye Disease and Its Healing", "Ultimate Diet Secrets for Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism", "Life Stories for Graves' Disease Survivors" books.All the books are written with a holistic approach, addressing not only the physical consequences of Hyperthyroidism, Graves' Disease and Thyroid Eye Disease, but also the emotional, spiritual and social ones as well and how to overcome them. They contain a lot of herbal recipes, eye exercises, supplements and vitamins, shortcuts and remedies to improve Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism condition.For more information about Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism:

 

5 Myths About Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism

AppId is over the quota AppId is over the quota #1: If you don't do anything, Graves' Disease will go away.Wrong: If you don't do anything you may face a thyroid storm, which is a very dangerous, life threatening condition. Symptoms could be, but are not limited to: high fever, severe palpitations, vomiting, delirium etc. - all of them are very serious complications that can lead even to a heart failure. Do not play with the fire!#2: There is a miracle pill, which if I take it I can get cured overnight from hyperthyroidism.Wrong: There isn't such a thing as a magical pill, that can cure any disease, not only Hyperthyroidism overnight. Usually it takes the same amount of time for healing as for the physical manifestation of the disease. You disease didn't show up overnight, it can't go way overnight!#3: RAI (Radioactive Iodine Treatment) is a safe and fast way to resolve my hyperthyroidism issues.Wrong: If you believe that swallowing radioactive iodine is that safe, what's the big fuss about the earthquake in Japan? People wouldn't be going around with masks and moving to different parts of the world, wouldn't they? Hyperthyroid cats treated with that same pill wouldn't be locked in metal containers for 2 weeks straight, right? But you believe that it is safe for people, especially for you?#4: Proper diet for hyperthyroidism is the only therapy that can fix my health problems.Wrong: No matter what you eat, no matter how much broccoli and cabbage you consume overnight- that still will not cure you from Graves' Disease. So said- keeping up with a good diet will definitely help, but it's' not the only pre-requisite remedial factor for this particular thyroid disease.There are foods that definitely need to be avoided- like sea food, or any foods with high iodine content. Aspartame is also considered very dangerous. Other foods, called goitrogenous and cruciferous can be very helpful.#5: I have to rely my endocrinologist 100% on treating my thyroid problem and do whatever they say I should do, no questions asked.Wrong: Doctors, at least most of them, do their best to treat properly their patients, to the best they have been taught. However, all humans are different and sometimes same medications and treatment options may have a completely dissimilar impact on different people. Do your own judgment, watch carefully how you feel and what reactions do you have, trust your intuition. In order to get cured you have to actively participate in the healing process and if your doctor is preventing you from doing so- don't be afraid to fire him and get another one.Svetla Bankova is a former Graves' Disease patient and the author of "Life Manual for Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism", "Thyroid Eye Disease and Its Healing", "Ultimate Diet Secrets for Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism", "Life Stories for Graves' Disease Survivors" books.All the books are written with a holistic approach, addressing not only the physical consequences of Hyperthyroidism, Graves' Disease and Thyroid Eye Disease, but also the emotional, spiritual and social ones as well and how to overcome them. They contain a lot of herbal recipes, eye exercises, supplements and vitamins, shortcuts and remedies to improve Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism condition.For more information about Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism:

 

A Brief Guide to the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

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Hypothyroidism is a condition where the Thyroid gland doesn't produce enough Thyroid hormones for the body to function properly. This article will detail some of the most common symptoms of Hypothyroidism as well as provide some advice on what alternative treatments are on offer which may actually give you greater results than conventional methods of treatment.

There can be literally hundreds of symptoms associated with Hypothyroidism, too many to list here but I'll provide a list of the most common below. Check through the list and see if you have any of the symptoms and if you do be sure to have a Thyroid blood test done to be certain. Symptoms may include:

FatigueConstipationIntolerance to coldDry skinDepressionBrittle nailsBrain fogWeak musclesWeight gainInfertilityHoarse voice

The Thyroid gland handles almost virtually all metabolic activity in the body so it is understandable that when the Thyroid gland is not operating at its best, symptoms of Hypothyroidism can occur affecting many parts of the body. The conventional method of treating Hypothyroidism is hormone replacement therapy and this is done with a synthetic version of the Thyroid hormone Thyroxine (T4) and this can work well for some but some people seem unable to tolerate this synthetic version of Thyroxine (T4) and symptoms of Hypothyroidism persist even when blood tests show a normal level of Thyroid hormones.

Fortunately for those who don't tolerate synthetic Thyroxine there is an alternative. An alternative method of treating Hypothyroidism is with natural remedies and these can work really well as they target the root cause of the condition. The root cause of the condition can then be corrected causing healing to occur. Conventional methods of treatment don't actually correct the root cause and so no healing takes place so really, all you are doing is masking the symptoms of an underlying problem.

Natural methods of treating Hypothyroidism are gentle and produce little to zero side effects so they are a fantastic alternative. So what's involved with natural remedies? Well, with natural remedies you will have to make some healthy lifestyle changes so that would mean ditching junk foods and anything unhealthy from your diet and switching to a diet rich in foods which will provide all the nutrients required for the Thyroid gland to function at its optimum. Exercise is also great for people with Hypothyroidism as it gets the blood pumping round the body which increases body temperature and Thyroid hormone production. A natural remedy should be done with the guidance of a professional natural doctor who will be able to design a healing protocol specifically for you. If this is not an option for you then the next best thing would be to follow a protocol from one of the many books written on healing Hypothyroidism naturally. Using a natural treatment heals the root cause eliminating the symptoms of Hypothyroidism, restoring health whereas conventional treatments just treat the symptoms and nothing heals meaning the underlying problem could get worse.

For more information on healing with natural remedies and eliminating the symptoms of Hypothyroidism, please visit NaturalRemediesForHypothyroidism.com.

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