Hypothyroidism is a condition in which your thyroid gland does not or cannot produce enough hormones to regulate healthy bodily functions. This leads individuals to wonder if they can treat this underproduction by getting certain vitamins or nutrients in their diet, or if they can increase thyroid hormone production by eating certain foods. The question […]
7 Common Thyroid Gland Conditions
Your thyroid gland is responsible for many vital functions inside the body, and when something goes wrong, a number of different conditions can set in. We want to explain some common conditions that affect your thyroid gland, and discuss the treatment options. Below, we take a closer look at some conditions that commonly affect your […]
The Link Between Frequent Headaches & Thyroid Problems
Your thyroid is responsible for maintaining numerous bodily functions, so when thyroid hormone levels get out of order, you can experience some physical symptoms. For example, you may experience fatigue, restlessness, weight gain or anxiety. Another physical symptom of unregulated thyroid levels is a headache. Recently, a team of scientists sought to uncover the link […]
Common Complications of Untreated Hypothyroidism
Nearly 10 million Americans are living with hypothyroidism, a condition where your thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough of the necessary hormones to effectively regulate critical bodily functions. What’s worse is that millions more may be living with the condition without even knowing it. Today, we look at some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, and […]
Hypothyroidism and Type 2 Diabetes
New research out of the Netherlands suggests that underperforming thyroids have been linked to an increased risk for the development of type 2 diabetes. The findings were presented at the annual meeting of the Endocrine Society by Dr. Layal Chaker. He said that hypothyroidism – a condition where the thyroid underproduces necessary hormones – has […]
