Tag: thyroid

Thyroid may be a small, butterfly-shaped gland, but it takes part in a number of processes in the body. The function of the thyroid gland is influenced by many factors including hormones. One of our previous articles discussed the link between estrogen and thyroid health, but in this post, we ...

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Most people drink alcohol at one point or another. Sometimes you have a drink or two to relax after long day at work, maybe you only drink when celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, or promotions. However, it’s not uncommon for people to engage in binge-drinking sessions more often than they’d ...

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We have already examined how minerals affect the thyroid. In that article, we also glossed over Iron, but we did not really expand on it with detail. Let’s do that. Iron is a mineral your body needs to function properly. All cells in the body contain iron, but it is most prevalent in red ...

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Stress is vital for our survival; it is the body’s natural defense against danger and predators. Stress flushes your body with hormones that activate the “fight-or-flight” mechanism. When we deal with stressful situations and challenges in everyday life, a part of our response to that ...

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The thyroid gland produces three hormones that affect growth, metabolism, and cellular differentiation. Two are most notable: thyroxine and triiodothyronine, deficiencies of which can lead to hypothyroidism, while excesses of such can lead to hyperthyroidism. (Click here if none of those terms ...

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Our body is comprised of different organs and systems that influence one another and thyroid gland isn’t an exception. The functioning of the butterfly-shaped gland is deeply connected with a wide array of processes in your body. But, what about libido? Did you ever wonder if thyroid ...

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We have the amazing opportunity to protect thyroid and its functioning by avoiding or limiting consumption of foods with a negative impact on the gland. At the same time, increased intake of nutritious foods can improve thyroid health and help us prevent or manage common disorders. A number ...

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Nutrition plays an important role in thyroid health and your entire wellbeing for that matter. Everything you eat can either contribute to thyroid functioning or disrupt it. Ideally, you should consume a well-balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients. One of ...

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In order to function properly, your body needs energy. Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is the primary source of fuel for energy production, particularly for your muscles, brain, and other parts of the body. In addition, blood sugar is a building block for bigger molecule structures ...

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