ThyroMate is now on Amazon!

• 08 May 2022
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After numerous suggestions, we are excited to announce that ThyroMate is now available for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/ThyroMate-Advanced-Thyroid-Support-Supplement/dp/B09X41Q8YZ/

Of course, you can continue purchasing ThyroMate through our website here as well.

Benefits of Thyroid Supplements for Hypothyroidism

• 17 August 2018
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Are you experiencing weight gain, constant fatigue, and cold intolerance? You might have a condition of low thyroid hormones. This condition is also known as Hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism is the result of the low production of the thyroid hormone in the body. The Thyroid hormones are responsible for the process of metabolism. Less thyroid hormone in the body may translate to a means a slower metabolism. Thus, people with this condition may experience the following signs and symptoms:

L-Tyrosine for Your Thyroid

• 29 July 2018
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Are you constantly feeling under the weather?  Your thyroid may be the problem.  Thyroid conditions are much more common than most people expect; they affect an estimated 12% of the American population (some 20 million people), and the majority of those affected are unlikely to realize they have a poorly functioning thyroid at all[i]. 

Thyroid problems can arise from autoimmune disease, as a result of chemotherapy, from certain medications, or even as a result of a genetic predisposition[ii]. 

People suffering from thyroid dysfunction generally fall into one of two categories:  hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.

What is Hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid gland isn’t producing enough hormones for your body to function efficiently (as opposed to hyperthyroidism, where your thyroid is creating an excess of hormones). 

The symptoms caused by hypothyroidism vary, but some of the most commonly reported are low body temperatures (below 98^oF), digestive upset, cognitive dysfunction (i.e. difficulty concentrating or remembering), dry skin, insomnia, and difficulty losing weight. 

Hypothyroidism is easily diagnosed with a simple blood test and is generally considered a lifelong condition that is managed with prescription medication.

What is L-Tyrosine?

L-Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid, which means that our bodies can normally produce it on our own (whereas “essential” amino acids are derived from our diets).  Tyrosine’s job is to help the body manufacture thyroid hormones, as well as neurotransmitters like dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine. 

Some scientists refer to it as the “antidepressant” of amino acids, because the neurotransmitters Tyrosine is responsible for creating play a massive part in regulating our mood[iii]. 

Tyrosine is also a proteinogenic amino acid, meaning that it helps create important proteins that your body needs to function, and it helps produce melanin (the substance that is responsible for our skin, hair, and eye color). 

Tyrosine is commonly used to help promote cognitive function in patients, i.e. learning, memory, and alertness.  This has proven to be especially effective in patients suffering from high levels of stress[iv].  However, it is important to note that tyrosine does not lower the perception of stress; it only prevents cognitive decline in response to everyday stressors.

A recent study conducted in December 2015 revealed that low tyrosine levels in the body appear to be strongly linked to low amounts of thyroid hormone[v]. 

This is likely because Tyrosine mixes with iodine in the body to create the thyroid hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).  Without enough Tyrosine in the body, the thyroid can’t make these hormones, which means that your body loses the ability to regulate your metabolism.

Benefits of Taking L-Tyrosine for Hypothyroidism

Taking L-Tyrosine as a supportive supplement can help to combat cognitive dysfunction associated with hypothyroidism, in addition to supporting the thyroid gland in the creation of hormones T3/T4, and neurotransmitters. 

Tyrosine can improve the health/ appearance of your skin and hair, and has also been shown to reduce stress in patients and encourage deep, restorative sleep.  Tyrosine may also have potential in treating ADHD symptoms and Parkinson’s Disease[vi]. 

Recent research suggests that Tyrosine has the potential to treat premenstrual syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and certain substance dependencies or addictions[vii].

If you are taking L-Tyrosine, you should be careful to avoid food such as broccoli, Brussel sprouts, spinach, soybeans, etc. as all of these foods have a tendency to interfere with proper thyroid function, and can lead to an actual overdose of L-Tyrosine. 

L-Tyrosine is also a stimulatory amino acid, which means that it is likely to interact with other drugs or supplements.  You should let your doctor know if you are taking any medications that affect your dopamine and norepinephrine levels (ex. Levodopa)[viii]. 

You should also avoid taking L-Tyrosine if you suffer from chronic migraine, as tyrosine can occasionally trigger migraine headaches and/or digestive upset.

Other Treatment Options

In addition to taking L-Tyrosine, hypothyroidism is normally treated with a prescription of artificial thyroid replacement drugs like Synthroid or Cytomel. 

Natural supplements like Thyromate[ix], which contains L-Tyrosine along with other useful vitamins and minerals, may be prescribed in addition to artificial thyroid replacers to help support the thyroid. 

Because maintaining the proper balance of thyroid hormones in your body is key to managing the condition, your doctor will likely need to monitor you for up to 8 weeks to ensure that you are on the correct dosage and that the medication is benefitting you.

If you suffer from hypothyroidism, or believe that it may be a possibility, talk to your doctor about adding L-Tyrosine to your regimen. 

While L-Tyrosine should not be used in place of other thyroid replacement medications, adding it as a supplement can help induce mental alertness (especially during times of stress), can ease the symptoms of depression and insomnia, and can help promote an overall feeling of wellness that you may have been lacking before.

References:

[i] https://www.thyroid.org/media-main/about-hypothyroidism/

[ii] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20350284

[iii]  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC292197/

[iv] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1863555/

[v] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4798095/

[vi]  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC292197/

[vii]  https://www.thyromate.com/formula

[viii]  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC292197/

[ix]  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC292197/

Thyroid Imbalances - Everything You Should Know

• 09 January 2017
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The thyroid is an endocrine gland located at the base of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. It appears to be divided into a right and a left lobe, each about the size of a plum split into two. The two lobes are connected by a group of thyroid tissues called isthmus.

The thyroid gland produces two hormones that are released into the bloodstream. One is called triiodothyronine (T3), which is made up of 3 iodine atoms. The other is Thyroxine (T4), and it’s made up of 4 iodine atoms. Once in the body, T4 is converted into T3 and it’s this T3, either synthesized from T4 or secreted by the thyroid gland directly as T3 that is biologically active. T3 is primarily needed for the proper functioning of body cells, but it also influences bone formation, muscles, heart health, and cholesterol levels.

Thyroid Storm Full Overview

• 24 December 2016
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What is the thyroid?

Your body is comprised of a number of systems that are meant to work together. One of these systems is the endocrine system, which has various glands in the body in charge of moving chemicals and hormones throughout the body. The thyroid gland is one of those very important glands. It’s a butterfly-shaped gland at the front of the neck below the Adam’s apple. It releases the hormones that control metabolism, which in turn controls the way your body uses energy. The hormones in your thyroid regulate body temperature, breathing, heart rate, weight, mood, and much more. In a normal functioning body, hormones are tightly regulated and in control. When the balance is disrupted, a number of problems can occur as the endocrine system has an effect on nearly every cell, function, and organ in the human body.

Thyroid Panel: What Are the Normal Levels?

• 14 October 2016
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Thyroid issues are becoming more common. Obesity and unhealthy weight gain has been on the rise for years and thyroid issues tend to come from these, though there are other factors for thyroid issues.

When your doctor tells you to get a thyroid panel, you might not know what that is exactly. This article is meant to help explain not only what goes on during a panel, but also what the normal levels should be.

This could help to relieve some of your anxiety about it before you go in and get your panel done, or it could help better understand the results of your panel.

Hashimoto Thyroiditis Diet

• 11 September 2016
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Hashimoto thyroiditis is a condition best described by looking at the thyroid as a potential threat the body seeks to eliminate. It starts making antibodies to destroy its own tissues. This prevents the thyroid from producing adequate levels of hormones to keep the body functioning properly.

Symptoms include fatigue, weight gain and difficulty losing weight, dry skin, digestive issues (constipation), depression, sensitivity to cold, slower heart rate, joint and muscle pain. There is also a greater risk of cardiovascular disease. Thyroid hormones regulate cholesterol levels, hypothyroidism increases LDL cholesterol and more LDL cholesterol lowers the function of the thyroid creating a vicious cycle.

The main treatment consists of regulating the thyroid hormone by means of medication and supplements while adding nutrition, stress elimination techniques, and practices that stimulate the thyroid function and overall health. You can also check out our article on natural remedies for thyroid problems to learn more.

Top Vitamins for Thyroid Health

• 19 January 2016
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The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ set at the base of the neck, plays a big role in metabolism. It produces two vital hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). These hormones ensure all the cells in the body function normally. They control metabolism and regulate important bodily functions like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body weight, and menstrual cycle. When your thyroid levels are unbalanced, your overall health is affected. Poor thyroid function is linked to several health conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, infertility, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune diseases. Many of these diseases can be prevented or eliminated by vitamins for thyroid health.

Jumpstart Thyroid Health - The Importance of Iodine in Your Diet

• 24 December 2015
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Our thyroid glands are the masters of metabolism. They make and regulate hormones that run the entire body's metabolism. Those suffering from an underactive thyroid can have many hypothyroidism symptoms associated with a slow metabolism including unexplained weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, depression, poor sleep, muscle weakness, and impaired memory.

It is important to make sure our thyroids are healthy so we can boost our metabolism and feel more energized. We need to provide our thyroids with the nutrients it needs to work to its maximum potential.