Benefits and Risks of At-Home Thyroid Tests

• 15 December 2019
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According to the American Thyroid Association, about 20 million Americans have some type of thyroid disease.

Approximately 60% of people with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition^[i]. Hormones produced by the butterfly-shaped gland participate in a number of functions in the body.

Thyroid diseases can affect our quality of life and increase the risk or worsen other health conditions. Keeping hormones in a normal range is vital for good health. People with thyroid disease need to pay close attention to the hormone levels.

Testing can be of huge help, and nowadays, you have the option to use at-home tests.

How do they work?

What are the benefits and potential risks of at-home tests?

Should you try them?

Relationship Between Thyroid Dysfunction and Body Weight At Baseline and After Normalization of Hormone Levels

• 03 November 2019
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Thyroid problems tend to manifest themselves through changes in body weight.

For instance, hypothyroidism is associated with weight gain, while hyperthyroidism often leads to weight loss.

Why do those changes happen?

In this article, we are going to explore the relationship between thyroid problems and body weight.

What happens when thyroid levels return to normal?

High DHEA Levels and Weight Gain

• 14 October 2019
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Today we get to explore the effects, uses, and potential side-effects of the many popular DHEA supplements.

Popular for their anti-aging abilities, the DHEA supplements are commonly used to improve the lifestyle but also the physical and mental health against the effects that the normal aging process has on our bodies.

Let's dive into the most popular uses of DHEA supplements and find out if your unexplained weight gain is caused by the decline in DHEA production itself.

If so, can the DHEA supplements help you fight the weight gain, and how?

Hashimoto's and Estrogen Dominance

• 24 September 2019
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The balance of hormones in our body is crucial for overall health and wellbeing.

Increased or decreased levels of some hormone can induce a domino effect or chain of reactions that affect other hormones as well.

For example, estrogen-related imbalances can contribute to problems with thyroid hormones and vice versa.

Estrogen dominance is a common problem and we are going to discuss its relationship with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in this article.

Can Thyroid Disorders Cause Allergies?

• 02 September 2019
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Allergies are defined as a hypersensitive immune response to a substance that either enters the body or touches the skin.

Millions of people in the United States and across the globe have an allergic reaction to something and experience symptoms that vary from mild to severe.

The exact cause of allergies is unknown, but various factors can make our body react in that manner.

Could thyroid problems cause allergies?

Everything to know about Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)

• 04 August 2019
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You have probably heard or come across the term thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies, but may not be quite sure what it means.

Indeed, TPO antibodies are frequently mentioned in terms of thyroid health and diseases that affect it. Proper management of thyroid diseases and keeping the gland healthy require a thorough understanding of thyroid hormones, enzymes, tests, and other aspects that provide insight into the way the butterfly-shaped gland functions.

That’s why in this article we are going to talk about TPO antibodies.

How Does Thyroid Health Affect Menstrual/Period Cycles?

• 10 June 2019
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The menstrual cycle is influenced by a number of factors that may explain why women’s periods are sometimes regular, but on other occasions are irregular.

Menstruation depends on overall health and hormonal balance. Many health problems that women experience can affect their periods, and thyroid conditions are no exception.

Throughout this article, we are going to focus on thyroid health and its impact on the menstrual cycle.

Everything to Know About Coconut Oil Benefits for Thyroid Health

• 05 June 2019
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Coconut oil has been all the buzz lately. Many Doctors on TV have been recommending it as a way to treat thyroid disorders.

Will coconut oil cure your hypothyroidism?

No.

But it can help with the symptoms of hypothyroidism and help support your thyroid help.

In addition to the health benefits it provides, coconut oil is incredibly versatile. You can use it in different ways – even for beauty and skincare purposes.

Numerous studies have confirmed the wonderful health benefits we can obtain through regular consumption of olive oil.

In this article, we will explore how coconut oil can help improve the health and function of the thyroid.

Is Hypothyroidism Being Overmedicated and Overtreated?

• 29 May 2019
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Proper diagnosis and adequate treatment are crucial for the management of any disorder. Hypothyroidism is no exception.

However, as the number of patients with thyroid diseases are rapidly growing, doctors and hypothyroid patients are wondering whether they really have hypothyroidism... is it perhaps an over-diagnosed thyroid disorder?

In this article, we will explore whether hypothyroidism is being overtreated and why that could be a problem.

Can Thyroid Hormone Levels Affect Breastfeeding?

• 17 May 2019
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Having thyroid issues is not ideal for any of us during any period in our lives, but it is especially not welcomed during periods in which people are pregnant or breastfeeding.

In the following article, we will explore the potential dangers that come with the most common thyroid issues and their impact on the ability to breastfeed your child.