A common problem with many women who have hypothyroidism is that they have low stomach acid. The right amount of stomach acidity is necessary for breaking down and absorbing proteins and those other key nutrients for the thyroid and health, in general. Stomach acid will, also, kills unwanted pathogens. One of the ways I encourage [...]
Many nutrition professionals generally advise that a healthful, balanced diet can provide most people with the nutrients essential for good health. Fruit and vegetables naturally contain a number of beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fibre, antioxidants and other biologically active components - or phytochemicals. In fact, it has been documented that consumption of at [...]
Detox diets…body cleanses…colon cleanses…bowel cleanses… You’ve probably heard all of these terms used in reference to “ridding your system of unhealthy toxins” -- but what do these terms actually mean and are they safe with hypothyroidism? To start us off, all of these terms get a LOT of hype in the media, and people tend [...]
Magnesium is one of those nutrients we don’t hear about too much, despite the fact that it’s one of the most abundant minerals in our bodies. Moreover, it’s the fourth most abundant mineral that we have! Magnesium and The Thyroid The thyroid cannot function without magnesium. Magnesium plays a role in converting the inactive T4 [...]
For several years, synthetic chemicals have been suspected of contributing to common thyroid conditions such as hypo- and hyperthyroidism, as well as thyroid cancer. It is a good idea to remove chemicals from your everyday environment, especially if you have a thyroid disorder. You’ve probably already targeted the obvious sources personal care products, household products, [...]
One of the most common frustrations I hear from women who have hypothyroidism is that they have gained weight or can't lose weight. There are other factors that may come into play when dealing with weight besides the thyroid. It can be frustrating to step on the bathroom scale and see the numbers going in [...]
You may not feel like working out or fell like you have enough energy to workout with hypothyroidism, but working out is one of the best things you can do to help your thyroid condition. What's the best type of exercise for hypothyroidism? A program of low-impact aerobic exercises and strength training, So, let's talk [...]
Unsung Heroes Everyone is focused on what they eat, but what about how they digest? People have a general idea of what digestive enzymes are, but not many have considered the scope of their importance and the role they play for overall health. Consider digestive enzymes especially if you have a thyroid issue. What They [...]
There’s a lot of talk about healthy fats these days. People are including more fat in their diets and forgetting about the fat-free diet crazes of the past. You’ve probably heard about omega fats in the mix, but what exactly are they? What are Omega Fats? Do they all perform the same function in our [...]
Autoimmune disease is strongly linked to an excessive immune response that encourages your body to attack itself. The body mistakes healthy cells for harmful threats and produces antibodies to fight them. This results in lots of unpleasant and debilitating symptoms that can have a major impact on day-to-day life. Here are some of the signs [...]
