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 …
Even though Synthroid and Levothyroxine contain the same active ingredient, they may not be tolerated equally among all patients. This means that certain patients do better on one medication compared to the other! Learn how to identify if you are taking the right type of medication and when to consider switching in this post: Generic …
Is having a suppressed TSH dangerous to your body? Will it cause bone loss or damage to your heart? Can the negative side effects be mitigated or avoided with other interventions? In this post, we will discuss the pros and cons of having a suppressed TSH including what potential negative side effects it can cause, …
Does thyroid disease cause depression? Should taking thyroid medication, if you have thyroid disease, eliminate your depression? What should you do if you are taking thyroid medication but still experiencing depressive symptoms? In this post, we will discuss the connection between hypothyroidism and depression including how to approach treatment, which thyroid medications are best, and …
Whether you realize it or not thyroid patients have options when it comes to thyroid medications. If you are taking a medication and it isn’t working for you then you owe it to yourself to learn about ALL of the options available to you. This post will take a deep dive into the difference between …
Are you one of the thousands of people out there who have been told that they have “normal” thyroid lab tests even though you have all of the symptoms of hypothyroidism? If so, you are in the right place because this problem can easily be explained: You aren’t getting the correct lab tests. If you …
Liothyronine is a special type of prescription-grade thyroid hormone, it’s also the most powerful thyroid medication that exists. People taking liothyronine (especially over traditional medications such as levothyroxine) report significant improvements in their hypothyroid symptoms and quality of life. These benefits range from weight loss to reduced rates of depression and more. Learn who should …
If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or you suspect you have hypothyroidism then this is the post for you. The world of hypothyroidism can be a confusing and conflicting place. Learn all of the updated information relating to hypothyroidism treatment and management in this guide with references to the newest scientific research and studies. This …
Have you been told, or are you suspicious, that you have a high TSH? If so there are many things you want to consider before pursuing treatment. While your TSH is important for assessing thyroid function it’s certainly not the only test, or the best way, to identify thyroid disease. We are going to take …
Can supplements actually help improve your thyroid function and help with things like weight loss or fatigue? Yes! They absolutely can and do help many patients. They aren’t miracle pills, but certain supplements have been clinically shown to improve thyroid function in various ways. Would it surprise you to know that there are at least …
