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The 7 Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I have learned that Hashimoto’s symptoms result from a combination of thyroid hormone imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, an impaired ability to handle stress, an impaired ability to eliminate toxins, intestinal permeability, and one or more chronic infections. (1-7). Vitamin B12.

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Hashimoto’s Winter Survival Guide

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Cold intolerance is a common symptom many of us have… The thyroid gland has been called a thermostat for our body, as it helps to regulate heat. Optimizing Thyroid Hormone Levels Did you know that some people need to take a higher dose of thyroid medication in the winter months? (2)

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Top 9 Takeaways From 2232 People With Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I had been told that the only way to improve my health was to become dependent on thyroid medications, but I knew there had to be another way to feel my best and thrive. Then in 2015, I realized that we, the thyroid community, have the power to conduct our own research! Optimal ranges for thyroid hormone levels.

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Lasers for Thyroid Tissue Regeneration

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Is it possible to get off thyroid medications or regain thyroid function without taking medications when you have Hashimoto’s? One study reported that thyroid function spontaneously returned in 20 percent of patients with Hashimoto’s. Thus, the recovery of thyroid function in these individuals becomes more difficult to “catch.”

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The Best Diet For Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Soy has been linked with autoimmune thyroid disorders, and gluten-free junk foods, bread, cereals, and soy milk can have an incredibly high glycemic index. [1] 1] The blood sugar imbalances from such foods may promote adrenal dysfunction, which can in turn affect thyroid function. I felt better, and my thyroid antibodies decreased.

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Muscle Wasting and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

(I’ve shared articles on pain and will be sharing one on carpal tunnel soon as well.) While I didn’t realize this at the time, muscle wasting is indeed a symptom that is more common in those with thyroid issues. [1] Research has shown that as many as 80 percent of people with thyroid disorders also have muscle-related disorders. [2]

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Fluoride And Your Thyroid

The Thyroid Pharmacist

What effect does fluoride have on the thyroid? As a pharmacist, I am always fascinated with the chemical makeup of different elements and how they might affect the human body – especially the thyroid gland. I have written extensively on iodine in this article ). Have you found yourself asking any of these questions?