Because vitamin C is water-soluble, our body is unable to store it. This means that many of us fall short of our daily requirement. Here are some benefits of Vitamin C: Antioxidant Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that may help fight free radicals, harmful molecules that wreak havoc on our immune system. We need [...]
Many individuals dealing with thyroid conditions have chronic pain. Getting to the gym for a workout can sometimes be a battle in itself. Let’s face it... a daily workout can be a challenge, for so many reasons, but sometimes it can even be a little painful - or a lot painful! So, what do you [...]
Balancing blood sugar is a key component in reversing thyroid conditions. You are not to blame for your body’s lack of energy, but your blood sugar probably is a factor; that was certainly the case for me. Our bodies are not designed to handle the amount of sugar in today’s modern diet. The high glycemic [...]
Your cooking oil can have a drastic effect on resetting your body and managing your weight. Recent studies have shown that changing your cooking oil to coconut oil may help kick start a sluggish thyroid gland. Here’s how. The Thyroid Gland The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located near the front of your throat. [...]
Collagen supplements have become increasingly popular in the clean-eating movement, and for all the right reasons. It has proven to help women who have thyroid conditions, too. It's common with hypothyroidism to experience low energy, low metabolism, dry skin, digestive issues, and joint pain. Not only does collagen provide protein for soothing achy joints and [...]
If you are looking to reverse Hashimoto's, it is important to find the root cause of this autoimmune condition. A very common root cause of autoimmunity and Hashimoto's are food sensitivities. Food intolerances or "sensitivities" can affect you in so many ways. And they’re a lot more common than most people think. I'm not talking [...]
As a Functional Medicine Practitioner, I order and analyze blood work for my clients all of the time. I often come across people with vitamin D deficiencies. A large percentage of these people also suffer from autoimmune diseases, like Hashimoto's and Grave's Disease. This is no coincidence; there is a correlation between autoimmune diseases and [...]
The power and impact of thyroid function cannot be overstated. It controls our most integral and vital organs, such as the heart, brain, liver, kidney, and skin. It is also in charge of healthy and balanced human growth and development. Despite the wideness of the thyroid’s impact, the reasons and triggers of thyroid dysfunction are [...]
Heard of Moringa before? You might want to go and get some after reading this.... Moringa seems to have qualities that help regulate the thyroid gland. For example, individuals who have Hashimoto's could possibly resolve their thyroid condition without medication with regular use of Moringa. Individuals with Grave’s Disease (an overactive thyroid) may find a [...]
Thyroid symptoms and autoimmunity can often be attributed to an enzyme deficiency. Using enzymes can help with reversing the symptoms of Hashimoto’s which including fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, nutrient deficiencies, infections and food sensitivities. They can, also, help with reducing thyroid antibodies. Unsung Heroes Everyone is focused on what they eat, but what about [...]
