Hypothyroidism - Treatment and Information

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is caused by the "under" production of thyroid hormone. The thyroid gland is the body's thermostat that regulates your temperature thru two hormones that control how quickly the body burns calories. Symptoms of hypothyroidism are: appetite loss, cannot handle cold temperatures, constipation, fatigue, fertility problems , slow heart rate , weight gain , painful pre-menstrual periods , milky discharge from breasts , hair loss , dry scaly skin , depression , goiter , and droopy eyes. If you feel cold while others around you are hot this is a good warning sign. ...more

Nutrient / Supplement	Importance ( 1 - 10 )	Helpful notes
vitamin B complex	10	vitamin B complex helps to improve cellular oxygenation, strengthens the body's immune system, improves digestion, increases red blood cell formation, and aids thyroid function.
Riboflavin	10	vitamin B2 help cell oxygenation, energy processing, and digestion
vitamin B12	10	aids with thyroid function and red blood cell formation
Essential fatty acids	10	helpful in repair of body tissues, aids in healing, restores proper fatty acid balance, needed for healthy functioning of the thyroid gland. Fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and borage seed oil.
Borage seed	10	source of essential fatty acids
Flax seed	10	source of essential fatty acids
Multi-vitamin & Mineral supplement	10	contains vitamin B complex, vitamin E, vitamin C, and zinc which all are helpful for hypothyroidism and thyroid problems. A daily supplement provides nutrients that aid with general good health and well being.
Beta-carotene	9	anti-oxidant used for healing in the body
vitamin C	9	needed for the body's immune system
Bioflavonoids	9	work with vitamin C
vitamin E	9	an important antioxidant that aids with circulation and immune function
Carotenoids	9	they work with vitamin A and betacarotene
Black Cohosh	9	herb that can help with thyroid conditions especially for women
Dandelion	9	herb that helps detoxify and cleanse the blood
Red Clover	9	herb that works with dandelion (see New Attitude below)
Zinc	6	zinc is an immune system builder, a good source of zinc is a quality multi-vitamin & mineral supplement.

Symmetry products people tell us they use for Hypothyroidism
(click on the product name for more information)

(with New Attitude) excellent supplemental health system

herbal blend with Echinacea, Red clover, Mullein, and more

herbal formula to balance the female system with Black cohosh

flax seed, borage seed, and omegas in one formula

complete daily supplement with all the vitamins and minerals listed above

healing extracts from fruits and vegetables with carotenoids + bioflavonoids

colon intestinal cleansing and restoration - vital for good health

Hypothyroidism is caused by an underproduction of thyroid hormone. Other symptoms may include: muscle weakness, muscle cramps, dry and scaly skin, a yellow-orange coloration in the skin - especially on the palms of the hands, yellow bumps on the eyelids, hair loss, eyebrow loss, recurrent infections, difficulty concentrating, slow speech, goiter, and droopy swollen eyes. The most common symptoms are chronic fatigue and intolerance to cold. If you always feel cold while others around you say they are are hot, then you may be suffering from reduced thyroid function. The thyroid gland is the body's internal thermostat, regulating the body temperature by secreting two hormones that control how quickly the body burns calories and uses energy. If the thyroid secretes too much hormone, hyperthyroidism results; too little hormone results in hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism affects over 5 million people in the USA alone, and over 90% of those people are women. Thyroid problems can cause many recurring fatigue and many other illnesses. A condition called Hashimoto's disease is believed to be the most common cause of under active thyroid. In this disorder, the body in effect becomes allergic to thyroid hormone. Hashimoto's disease is a common cause of goiter, a swelling of the thyroid gland, in adult persons.

Measuring levels of different hormones in the blood can determine if the thyroid gland is working properly. A doctor may order a blood test to measure levels of thyroid hormone or thyroid-stimulating hormone also called TSH. This hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland and in turn helps regulate thyroid hormone production. Even a very small drop in thyroid function registers as a distinctly elevated TSH level. Many endocrinologists believe that TSH levels rise when a person is in the earliest stages of thyroid failure. An iodine absorption test may also be performed. This test involves ingesting a small amount of radioactive iodine. An x-ray then shows how much of the iodine was absorbed by the thyroid. A low uptake of the iodine may indicate hypothyroidism.

NOTE: thyroid problems like hypothyroidism often occur with women with fibrocystic breast disease or Wilson's disease.

GOOD SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM TO TRY

For Adults, Teens, and Children over 12 years old

Protection 4 Life with New Attitude - has 4 products in it which all will benefit people with hypothyroidism and related health problems. This kit includes:

1. Advanced Omega
2. Mega Juice
3. NutraPack
4. New Attitude

Female Balance - (for women) herbal blend with Chaste tree fruit
BotanaCleanse Plus - use if you have not done a colon/intestinal cleansing in the last year.

For Children under 12 years old

Fruit A Mins or Future Star - use normal dose
Advanced Omega - use one half dosage for children under 8 years old

OTHER CHANGES TO MAKE

- drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled water a day
- eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables (apricots, dates and prunes are good)
- do not take sulfa drugs or antihistamines unless told to by doctor
- juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)
- do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
- do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
- use stress relief like going for walks in the park
- brown rice is good to eat
- avoid red meat and animal fats
- reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
- fast a few days a month
- get sleep
- exercise light to moderate amounts
- avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
- do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
- caffeine should be avoided
- avoid fluoride in toothpaste and tap water
- PRAY ... it does help with all aspects of life and healing

A THYROID SELF TEST YOU CAN DO

To test yourself for an underactive thyroid, keep a thermometer by your bed at night. When you awaken in the morning, place the thermometer under your arm and hold it there for fifteen minutes. Keep still and quiet. Any motion can upset your temperature reading. A temperature of 97.6°F or lower may indicate an underactive thyroid. Keep a temperature log for five days. If your readings are consistently low, consult your health care provider. You may also want to start a nutritional supplementation program like what is mentioned above.