Why Getting the Complete Thyroid Lab Panel Matters I’ve talked before about the importance of getting a complete thyroid lab panel for ALL thyroid patients and today we are going to drive that home. If you aren’t familiar with the idea of the complete thyroid lab panel then free T3. Back to our topic today… …
It might come as a surprise to hear that your dose of thyroid medication will probably need to be changed constantly throughout your life. In other words, it’s very unlikely that you will be on a “stable” or “constant” dose of thyroid medication for the rest of your life. In this article, we are going …
I’m a huge fan of smoothie recipes for thyroid patients, even if weight loss is your goal. If you’ve been staying away from smoothie recipes, or if you just want to learn more about how they might help, then check out these 5 whole-food smoothie recipes which contain additional helpful ingredients such as probiotics and …
Thinking about the keto diet with a thyroid problem? You may want to think twice. While there are some benefits to using the ketogenic diet for weight loss, it may come with some unwanted baggage for your thyroid. In this article, we will explore why the ketogenic diet may potentially be harmful to your thyroid, …
You’ve heard it before: If you want to lose weight then you need to count your calories. I hate to break it to you but counting calories may be one of the worst things you can do if you have a thyroid problem. Calories do play a role in weight maintenance but they aren’t nearly …
Are you taking Synthroid and just not feeling quite right? If so, there’s a possibility that you may be taking too much. According to research, about 20-30% of all thyroid patients taking thyroid medication are taking more than they need at any given time. That means there’s about a 2-3 out of 10 chance that …
Do you have the feeling that your thyroid hormones may not be optimal even though they are normal? Does it make sense to you that each person might have a different optimal level? Or that maybe your genetics are playing a role in your thyroid function? If you answered yes then this article is for …
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 …
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 …
Supporting thyroid function may be one of the most important and rewarding things you choose to do. Why? Because your thyroid controls multiple systems that all interact to create your subjective sense of energy and well-being. These systems also control your metabolism, weight, and energy levels. You can improve these systems by using the right …
