When it comes to disorders affecting the thyroid, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is most commonly discussed. Although widely prevalent, Hashimoto’s disease is not the only problem that has a major impact on thyroid functioning. Let’s not forget about Graves’ disease. What is it? What is the ...
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The thyroid gland produces hormones that influences almost all metabolic processes in your body. Proper functioning of this butterfly-shaped gland is vital for our health, but just like other organs in the body thyroid is also prone to damage, diseases, deficiencies, and other negative ...
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What you always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask or too busy to search. A lot of people have been asking and inquiring about the thyroid and some related terms that are often too short to merit its own article (as you know if you visit this site often, I often like to write very long ...
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The thyroid is vital for your health and wellbeing. The gland releases hormones that control metabolism and regulates vital body functions such as cholesterol levels, body temperature, breathing and heart rate, menstrual cycle, muscle strength, central and peripheral nervous systems, and body ...
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Zinc is an essential trace element present within all bodily tissue and of huge importance for healthy cell division. Benefits of zinc are numerous: from establishing hormonal balance in the body to stronger immunity. In addition, zinc is responsible for a number of functions in the human ...
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Hypothyroidism is a common health problem characterized by the underactive thyroid gland. Although a cure for hypothyroidism does not truly exist yet, it is possible to manage it and keep the symptoms associated with this condition under control. Your doctor will likely primarily treat your ...
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Introduction Thyroid Disease can be a life changing experience. It is mysterious. It is debilitating, yet, someone with thyroid disease may look well. Thyroid disease is commonly misunderstood by family, friends, and employers. One thing is for sure, thyroid disease can seriously alter ...
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History The history of Synthroid, a medication for thyroid dysfunction in the form of levothyroxine sodium tablets, dates all the way back to the early 20th Century. Thyroxine, levothyroxine at its purest form, was isolated by biochemist Edward Calvin Kendall at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, ...
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Do you ever feel like you are in the fog mentally? It is like your mind is in the clouds, and you can’t remember easy information to process through. This could be a warning sign for a thyroid gland issue. A poorly monitored thyroid, leading to hypothyroidism, could have negative effects on ...
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What is Bladderwrack? Many of you might have never heard of the plant bladderwrack. But, this should be a word to add to your vocabulary in the way it connects with your thyroid. If you are like millions of other Americans who are dealing with the dysfunction of the thyroid, adding bladderwrack to ...
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