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9 thyroid supplements every thyroid patient should consider

9 Thyroid Supplements That Will Help You Feel Better

Would it surprise you to know that it takes at least 13 different nutrients to properly create and convert thyroid hormone to its active form? Or that by replacing these nutrient deficiencies with thyroid supplements you may be able to reduce your symptoms of hypothyroidism? You’re not alone… If you are considering taking supplements to …

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how to stop levothyroxine related weight gain

How To Stop Levothyroxine Related Weight Gain

Are you on levothyroxine but still gaining weight? Believe it or not, this is a big problem for a lot of people. But how can you be gaining weight on a medication that is supposed to increase your metabolism? Is this even possible? Absolutely. The truth is that levothyroxine doesn’t necessarily increase your metabolism and …

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How to Increase Free T3 Without Thyroid Medication

How to Increase Free T3 Without Thyroid Medication

Your T3 level is probably the single most important measure of thyroid function, more important than even the TSH. Why? Because it represents the amount of active thyroid hormone in your body. The more of it you have, the better you will feel. This then begs the question: Can you personally do anything to influence …

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the best hashimotos diet

Which Diet is Best for Hashimoto’s? 6 Diets Use & 3 To Avoid

If you’ve ever been confused about what to eat because of your Hashimoto’s then this is the article for you.  I’m going to take away the guessing game that is your diet… Reduce your stress about what foods you should be eating and what foods you should be avoiding… So that you can get back …

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10 day thyroid reset, free and updated guide

10 Day Thyroid Reset: How To Super Charge Your Thyroid

Ready to do something about your thyroid problem but unsure of where to start? Enter the 10-day thyroid reset: A complete done-for-you 10-day plan created by me (a thyroid expert) designed to help bring your thyroid back to optimal function to provide you with more energy, faster weight loss, and better thyroid health. Is this …

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how to lose weight with hashimoto's thyroiditis step by step guide

How to Lose Weight with Hashimoto’s: Step-by-Step Guide

Do you have Hashimoto’s and feel like it’s impossible to lose weight? You’re not alone: Many patients with Hashimoto’s struggle with the same problem! In fact, it’s one of the biggest complaints among thyroid patients with this autoimmune disease. The truth is that even though losing weight with Hashimoto’s can be incredibly difficult, it’s far …

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hypothyroid supplements that will help you feel better

6 Hypothyroid Supplements That Will Help You Feel Better

Contrary to what your doctor might tell you, hypothyroid support supplements can absolutely help you feel better.  You don’t need to take my word for it either. There are literally thousands of people who take them every single month.  And these people wouldn’t continue to buy them and spend their hard-earned money if they didn’t …

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postpartum weight loss case study

Postpartum Weight Loss Case Study Using T3 + Diet + Supplements

Up to 50% of American women who get pregnant gain more weight than is recommended by medical professionals (1). This wouldn’t necessarily be a problem if weight loss after pregnancy was easy, but that isn’t the case.  With this crazy high incidence of weight gain, it’s no wonder that women search for weight loss programs …

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How to stop menopause related acne

How to Treat (& Stop) Menopause Related Acne

Are you in menopause and suddenly dealing with acne? Why is it that some women suffer from acne when they hit menopause but not before? What causes this type of acne? In this post we will discuss everything you need to know about menopause-related acne including what triggers it and how to treat it:  What …

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the best menopause test

The Best Menopause Test: How to Confirm you are in Menopause

Are you suffering from depression, weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? Are you approaching the age of 50?  If so, then these symptoms may be attributed to the decline in important sex hormones which is seen during the menopause transition.  You can easily identify if you are in menopause with some very simple tests.  …

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Conditions That Cause Thyroid Pain & What to do About Them

Conditions That Cause Thyroid Pain & What to do About Them

Believe it or not, most people who have thyroid problems never experience thyroid pain. This is both good and bad. Good in the sense that it’s an uncommon condition and bad in the sense that it’s never normal. If you’re experiencing pain in or around the base of your neck (right where your thyroid gland …

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Side effects of stopping thyroid medication abruptly

Side Effects of Stopping Thyroid Medication Abruptly (& Why it isn’t Safe)

Is it safe to stop taking thyroid medication? In most cases, if you stop taking your medication cold turkey, you will experience many negative side effects.  In this post you will learn more about why you shouldn’t stop taking your thyroid medication (without physician supervision), the side effects of stopping thyroid medication abruptly, reasons why …

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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Low T4 Natural & Conventional

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Low T4 (Natural + Conventional)

Have you been diagnosed with low T4 through lab testing? Are you also experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, depression, or hair loss? If so, then you may be suffering from low T4 or hypothyroidism.  This post will teach you what you need to know about T4 testing including the symptoms associated with low …

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What Does your Thyroid Do 10 Critical Functions to Know

What Does your Thyroid Do? 10 Critical Functions to Know

Call me biased, but I would tell you that your thyroid is the most important endocrine gland in your body. Not only does it interact with almost every single cell, it also regulates and controls critical processes like your weight and cholesterol levels. But we are putting the cart before the horse. If you are …

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A Patient Guide to the Entire Endocrine System Hormones, Glands & More

A Patient Guide to the Entire Endocrine System: Hormones, Glands & More

The endocrine system is probably one of the most important systems in your entire body.  Why? Because it produces the hormones that make you, you.  Small changes to these hormones can result in big symptoms in your quality of life.  Fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, and libido changes are just some of the consequences of …

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Qsymia vs Other Weight Loss Medications Which one is Best

Qsymia vs Other Weight Loss Medications: Which one is Best?

Will Qsymia really help you lose an extra 25-30 pounds? How does it compare to the newer weight loss medications such as Saxenda? Is it really worth the price tag? Learn the answers to all of these questions and more in this guide.  We will discuss how Qsymia works, what type of people should consider …

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