Thyroid problems are increasingly common nowadays. Many people have no idea that they have an underlying thyroid imbalance, thyroid dysfunction or thyroid autoimmunity (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Grave’s disease). In addition, thyroid problems are frequently under-diagnosed and misdiagnosed. Thyroid hormone is the master metabolism hormone. The thyroid gland is intrinsically connected with metabolism, brain functioning, and […]
Autoimmune diseases and lifestyle dis-eases have skyrocketed in the last decade. This includes diseases such as cancer, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, thyroid dysfunction and other hormone problems, chronic respiratory disorders, oral disease, diabetes, and mental illness. What’s interesting about this shift is the research showing that the main contributors to autoimmune diseases and lifestyle diseases […]
Breast Implant Illness is the name given to various symptoms and illnesses reported by women who have experienced adverse health conditions and chronic problems with their health after implantation. There has been a great deal of controversy and unanswered questions regarding breast implant illness and the safety of breast implants especially after the FDAs confirmation of […]
Guest Post: 4 Things to Check Before Taking an Antidepressant The following post was written by Kelly Brogan, MD, a New York Times bestselling author of “A Mind of Your Own.” Dr. Brogan studied cognitive neuroscience at MIT before receiving her MD from Weill Cornell Medical College. Board certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and integrative […]
Estrogen dominance is a condition where there is an overload of estrogen that occurs as a result of… excess estrogen in the body (self-made or endogenous) from an overproduction of estrogen relative to normal or low progesterone excess estrogen relative to testosterone excess estrogen exposure from outside sources (exogenous) such as food, water, drugs, lifestyle […]
Thyroid Health: Hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s (part 3) 30 Natural Remedies to Heal Your Thyroid Managing thyroid function, healing and reversing hypothyroid, reducing thyroid symptoms, Hashimoto’s or any autoimmune disease starts by identifying the root cause and correcting imbalances in the body, environment and lifestyle. 30 Natural Remedies for Hypothyroid & other Thyroid Disorders 1. Test […]
Thyroid Health: Hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s (part 2) Symptoms of Hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s Chronic digestive problems, constipation Loss of the out 3rd portion of the eyebrow Muscle aches and joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome Adrenal insufficiency Dry hair, dry skin, hair loss Anxiety, depression, poor memory Increased cholesterol Fatigue, low energy, reduced initiative (especially in the […]
Thyroid Health: Hypothyroid & Hashimoto’s (part 1) Are you struggling to lose weight despite a clean diet? Overly sensitive to cold weather? Is the outer 3rd of your eyebrow thin or completely missing? Do you experience low energy, fatigue, constipation, hair loss, dry skin, anxiety or depression? If so, you may be suffering from a […]