Thyroid and Potassium

• 26 April 2019
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Thyroid function influences our overall health and wellbeing.

When the function of the butterfly-shaped gland is abnormal, we experience an array of symptoms that affect our quality of life. For that reason, and many others, it’s important to be proactive in order to support thyroid health.

Of course, diet plays a huge role in the function of this gland. Generally speaking, our body requires a whole spectrum of vitamins and minerals to keep us healthy.

Potassium is one of those minerals, and you're probably well aware it’s crucial for healthy blood pressure. But, in this post, we’re going to focus on its relationship with the thyroid.

Does thyroid really need potassium to function properly?

What happens if levels of this mineral are too low? We explore these questions in this article to understand the connection between thyroid health and potassium.

Can Dairy Affect Hashimoto’s Disease?

• 22 April 2019
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Many patients diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease may have been experiencing worsening of their symptoms.

Despite their best attempts to improve their diet and take their medication regularly, they may still feel unpleasement. Dairy might be one of the reasons for that.

Dairy products can have many negative effects on the body when the person has Hashimoto’s disease, but do you know why? Let’s take a look at this mysterious development.

Insulin Resistance and Hypothyroidism Connection

• 17 April 2019
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Insulin resistance is a common problem today and so are thyroid-related conditions.

We are well aware of the fact that the function of the butterfly-shaped gland has a strong impact on the overall health and wellbeing of a person.

However, what is the connection between the underactive thyroid gland and insulin resistance?

Does hypothyroidism affect insulin resistance?

You'll get an answer to these and many other questions you might have in this article.

Impact Of Smoking On The Thyroid Gland

• 22 March 2019
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Smoking is considered a problem throughout the entire world, causing people to suffer from a number of diseases that causes premature death. Recent statistics show that over 480,000 people die each year with a direct link to cigarette smoking.

Second hand is just as damaging, contributing to over 41,000 deaths each year¹ – this data only accounts for the United States. An approximate 37.8 million adults in the United States are smoking currently, with 76.1% of these people smoking cigarettes on a daily basis.

Publications about the damaging effects of cigarette smoking often revolve around the fact that this habit causes a risk of lung cancer, throat cancer, and similar diseases. What many fail to realize is that smoking does much more than contribute to the development of cancer. The Thyroid gland is one particular part of the body that suffers greatly among smokers.

CLA And Weight Loss. Is CLA Effective For Weight Loss?

• 10 February 2019
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Weight loss supplements are extremely popular today, and the market for these supplements are expected to reach almost $280 billion by the year 2023¹. New supplements hit the market frequently, introducing the world to yet another “revolutionary” ingredient that gives them a “magic pill” to shed excess weight faster and more effectively.

Unfortunately, many of these supplements make claims that they cannot deliver on, causing millions of people to waste their money on worthless pills.

There are, however, a couple of supplements that have shown promising results and have helped people reach their weight loss goals faster, yet the fine line between the good and the bad supplements is very thin, making it hard to know which supplement to buy and which one will be a waste of money.

CLA, a type of fatty acid also known as Conjugated Linoleic Acid, has become a rather popular option for people looking to lose weight. While many claims are made about these supplements, the research behind its effectiveness in reducing body fat in human subjects are still somewhat limited.

Can Pets Have Thyroid Issues As Well?

• 10 January 2019
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Introduction

When it comes to thyroid disease, many think that this is just a problem for humans, but this can also happen in dogs and cats, too.

Even though thyroid issues can be treated in dogs and cats, it can still be a challenging thing to take in. That is why, by reading this article, you will be able to have a better understanding with what goes on when your animal has a thyroid issue.

Usually a skinny cat and a fat dog spell trouble with the thyroid gland. An animal’s metabolism is not working like it once did, and it is causing issues with your domesticated animal. But, do not worry; there is still a lot of hope for your fury friend.

Can Topamax help with weight loss?

• 05 January 2019
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As an increasing number of people is overweight or obese pharmaceutical companies formulate drugs that are meant to kick-start the weight loss process. Some drugs are available with doctor’s prescription only while others are sold in over-the-counter form.

Topamax is a frequently used drug for weight loss, but there is still a lot we need to learn about it. Who can use this drug? Is it effective? Are there any side effects to keep in mind?

You’ll get answers to these and other questions you may have in the post below.

Thyroid Hormone Resistance Overview

• 30 December 2018
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When it comes to diseases and conditions affecting the butterfly-shaped gland hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are widely known, but what about others?

The reality is that your thyroid is prone to various problems that affect the production and concentration of hormones T3 and T4. For example, thyroid hormone resistance is yet another problem, but it's not discussed as often as it should.

In this post, we’re going to talk about thyroid hormone resistance and everything you need to know about it. Read on to learn more.

10 Thyroid Supplements to Help Support and Improve Your Thyroid Health

• 27 December 2018
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In our new featured article, the team behind the popular thyroid supplement, Thyromate, explore how supplements of certain amino acids, minerals, herbs, and vitamins can help improve thyroid health and make symptoms feel more manageable.

Read more to see which thyroid supplements our team of experts recommends taking.

Can Flaxseed Help Thyroid Problems?

• 17 October 2018
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With more and more people struggling with thyroid related issues, medical professionals are looking for ways to limit, maintain, and end these concerns.

Some of the solutions have been medicine based, stopping or adding different food products (like flaxseed), and other natural remedies.

But, researchers are still trying to get the bottom of why the body has so many thyroid problems that occur in men and women alike.

To start, people need to be reminded of a few things. The thyroid gland looks like a small butterfly, and it is right under the Adam’s apple around the neck.

The gland’s job is to keep the endocrine system working properly. This includes things like regulating the metabolism of the body and coordinating signals back and forth.

What the thyroid gland uses is iodine to produce two hormones, T3 and T4, or thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Statistics show that about 10% of people across the world have some form of thyroid dysfunction.

This makes up about 700 million people around the world struggling to bring consistency back to their body. When imbalances occur, the thyroid either produces too little or too many hormones.