Thyroid Health
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland found inside your neck, under your larynx or voice box. As one of the largest endocrine glands it greatly influences almost every cell in your body. It regulates metabolism and your weight by controlling the fat-burning process and are responsible for the growth and development in children as well as being required by nearly every physiological process in your body. When your thyroid levels are out of balance and you body is either secreting too much or too little, this spells trouble for your overall health and well being.
What can you do
Iodine– Vital nutrient essential for healthy thyroid function and efficient metabolism.
Stress- Thyroid function is intimately tied to your adrenal function, which is affected by how you handle stress.
Avoid Bromines – A common endocrine disruptor found in Pesticides, Plastics, Medications, Soft Drink and Baked goods.
It produces three types of hormones:
Triiodothyronine (T3), Thyroxine (T4) &
Diiodothyronine (T2)
Hypothyroidism occurs when your thyroid produces too little thyroid hormone, a condition that is often linked to iodine deficiency. Some symptoms may include: Lethargy, Weight gain, Hair loss, sensitive to cold, Scaly skin.
An Overactive Thyroid secretes too much T4, causing some of your body functions to accelerate. Some Symptoms include: Restlessness, emotional, irritable, sleeping poorly, can’t concentrating, Weight loss and Irregular heartbeat.
What can you do
Iodine– Vital nutrient essential for healthy thyroid function and efficient metabolism.Stress- Thyroid function is intimately tied to your adrenal function, which is affected by how you handle stress.
Avoid Bromines – A common endocrine disruptor found in Pesticides, Plastics, Medications, Soft Drink and Baked goods.
It is vital to find out what’s really triggering your thyroid problems – whether it’s iodine deficiency, hormone imbalance, environmental toxicity, or inflammation. For best results, consult Dr Tanya Kelly or any other integrative medical practitioner. Dr Tanya Kelly will send you to your GP for Some tests that will help diagnose the disorder and then put you on the path to recovery.
