Atrial fibrillation and Thyroid Relationship

• 13 March 2019
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The butterfly-shaped gland in your neck is of vital significance for our overall health and wellbeing. The function of thyroid influences other organs, systems, and processes in the body. At the same time, they have an impact on thyroid function which only confirms that everything in our body is connected.

For instance, problems affecting heart can have a lot to do with thyroid function and atrial fibrillation is a good example. To learn more about the relationship between atrial fibrillation and thyroid gland scroll down.

Liver/Gallbladder and Thyroid Connection

• 01 March 2019
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Our body is like a system where everything is connected. The function of one organ influences that of the other.

The same is with thyroid gland whose function is influenced by various factors, but at the same time, the butterfly-shaped gland has an impact on other organs and systems in our body.

But, what is the relationship between liver/gallbladder and thyroid? Is there any sort of connection? Read on to find out.

Is There A Connection Between Cholesterol Levels And Thyroid Health?

• 20 February 2019
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The body comprises of many systems and functions that all need to work together in order to assure survival. Cholesterol and Thyroid health would be an excellent example of how problems with one system in the human body can lead to problems with another function that plays an important role in the body.

Cholesterol is something that many people fear – they hear that eating certain types of food causes cholesterol to accumulate in the blood vessels, ultimately leading to blockages, heart disease, strokes, and, of course, heart attacks. This is why patients are often advised to ensure they keep their cholesterol levels in check, but things aren’t always as simple as switching out certain foods that may lead to an increase in LDL cholesterol levels.

In this post, we are going to take a look at the role that the Thyroid gland and its general function play on the regulation of cholesterol. We will also consider why it is important to keep cholesterol levels in a good balance and consider how patients can determine if their Thyroid’s health might be interfering with their ability to regulate the balance between their LDL and HDL cholesterol better.

Losing Weight With Hashimoto’s Disease

• 15 February 2019
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Almost two billion adults throughout the world are overweight¹, each of them at a significantly increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. While some people are able to lose weight in a relatively short period of time, others tend to find it more difficult to shed excess pounds that they have gained.

This can be concerning and often leads to a person following one diet after the next – many of these diets often referred to as “fad” diets, requires a significant restriction in calories and can ultimately lead to problems like malnutrition.

When weight loss seems like a difficult challenge, it is important to consider underlying issues in the human body that may contribute to excessive weight gain and, of course, difficulty reducing body weight.

Hashimoto’s disease is an example of a condition that can cause weight gain and make a journey toward a healthier body weight seemingly impossible. With adequate knowledge of the condition, appropriate treatment, and an effective weight loss strategy that takes the condition into account, weight loss is certainly possible.

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.

Magnesium And Weight Loss

• 05 February 2019
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Will Magnesium Supplements Help You Lose Weight?

With the prevalence of obesity being at an all-time high, the general population, or at least 1.9 billion of the adults around the world¹, are at an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and many other chronic diseases that come with obesity².

Even though millions of people are constantly following a diet in order to help them lose weight, the rate of obesity is still seemingly increasing. One of the primary reasons why many people to fail at losing weight successfully when they follow a weight loss regimen is due to improper education, along with marketing gimmicks that promise the individual they will lose a large amount of weight in just a short period of time.

In order to successfully lose weight, specific strategies need to be implemented and the body, which includes the adoption of healthy habits. Among these healthy habits lie the inclusion of essential minerals and vitamins that the body requires on a daily basis to function properly.

High Testosterone in Women

• 28 January 2019
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Men have testosterone and women have estrogen, but not all is black or white only, there are some shades in between. While women do have estrogen, they also have testosterone and vice versa.

This post focuses on the role of testosterone in women, normal levels of the hormone, and it also sheds light on the high concentration of testosterone in ladies.

Read on to learn the consequences of high testosterone in women, symptoms, causes, and how to manage this problem adequately.

Should You Use Metformin to Achieve Weight Loss?

• 22 January 2019
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Struggling with obesity or being overweight does bring certain health risks in your life.

You might not be aware of that now, but the truth is that as years pass and you continue to struggle with being overweight/obese, you are getting closer and closer to the possibility of experiencing diabetes, heart attack, heart disease, stroke, arthritis, and many autoimmune diseases.

You might have heard of Metformin and its abilities to cause weight loss, especially when used along with a healthy diet, calorie restrict, and regular exercise routine. That is true – Metformin has been proven effective when used to reduce the body weight of both diabetic and non-diabetic individuals, but is it for anyone to use? And can you lose weight with Metformin without restricting your calorie intake or exercising at all? These are all great questions, and guess what – the following article hides the answers to all these and many other great questions as well.

So follow us, and find out whether or not Metformin is a great weight loss option for you as well.

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.