Tag: Natural treatments
The Benefits of Protein Powder for Your Thyroid
Is it safe to use protein powder if you have thyroid disease? Is animal protein better than plant protein? Which one is ideal if you have thyroid disease? How much protein should you consume each day? And will it help you with weight loss? All of these questions are more will be answered in this…
Fasting for Weight Loss: Does it Actually Work?
Fasting is probably the single cheapest and most effective weight loss tool that exists. It doesn’t cost money to buy new foods, protein bars, protein powders, or supplements and all it requires is some willpower and the ability to refrain from eating. But does it actually work? Will fasting help you lose weight, trim down…
How To Use Selenium To Support Your Thyroid
Supplementing with selenium may provide a way to enhance your thyroid function in a natural way. Whether you’ve heard of selenium before (or this is your first time), you’ll find all the information you need to get started with this micronutrient. Today you’ll learn: Let’s dive in: Selenium & Thyroid Function Selenium is a micronutrient…
L-Tyrosine and How it Benefits Thyroid & Adrenal Function: Should you Use it?
You may have heard that using L-tyrosine can potentially help improve your energy levels, help with weight loss, improve your thyroid, or even reduce your stress response. But are any of these claims true? In order to have a discussion about these topics we really need to first talk about the basics of tyrosine. In…
List of Prescription Medications That Cause Thyroid Problems
It’s estimated that at least 70% of Americans take at least one prescription medication and that up to 20% of Americans take five or more medications (1). We know, if you read this blog, that up to 15% of patients in the United States also take thyroid hormone (2) (a prescription medication) for thyroid disease. When…
Postpartum Thyroiditis Guide: Recovery, Natural Treatment & More
Up to 7.5% of all pregnant women may experience a thyroid condition known as postpartum thyroiditis. Even more staggering is the fact that up to 25% of these women, who go through postpartum thyroiditis, will develop PERMANENT hypothyroidism as a result (1). This makes diagnosing and identifying this condition incredibly important. This guide will teach…
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Low T4 (Natural + Conventional)
Have you been diagnosed with low T4 through lab testing? Are you also experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, depression, or hair loss? If so, then you may be suffering from low T4 or hypothyroidism. This post will teach you what you need to know about T4 testing including the symptoms associated with low…
Complete List of Low Estrogen Symptoms + Treatment Options
Are you worried that your estrogen levels may not be normal? Are you getting older and experiencing weight gain or other changes that you know are not normal? Are you younger but having issues with fertility, mood, or menstrual issues? If so, then estrogen imbalance may be an issue for you. Learn more about the…
When & How To Use LDN (Naltrexone) Off-Label
Have you heard about the medication LDN? Are you wondering if it works or if what you’ve heard is all hype? In this post, I will dive into all aspects of LDN treatment including what conditions it can be used for, how to determine if you will respond to it, side effects associated with its…
List of Natural & Conventional Treatments for Hyperthyroidism
Are you suffering from hyperthyroidism or do you suspect you have hyperthyroidism? If so you need to understand ALL of the treatments available to you as a patient. This guide will walk you through the most common hyperthyroid treatments including conventional medications and procedures, the potential side effects, and also natural approaches to managing your…
