thyroid, the hormone powerhouse
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“A Hormone Powerhouse”
One of your largest endocrine glands and plays a part in every function of the body.
Thyroid come from the Greek word for “shield-shaped” because it resembles a shield.
Metabolism
Body temperature
Heart rate
Ovulation
Protein synthesis
Skin health
Hair growth
Approximately 59 million Americans have a Thyroid problem!
• Toxic environments
• Hormone imbalances
• Chronic stress
• Frequent antibiotic therapy
• Genetic disorders
• Radiation
• Smoking
• Tumors
Hyperthyroidism - occurs when your thyroid levels are too high. Much less common than hypothyroidism.
Hypothyroidism – occurs when your thyroid levels are too low. 17% - 40% of the population suffers from an underactive thyroid whether or not they’re aware of it.
Grogginess
Heart palpitations
High blood pressure
Anxiety
Weight loss
An intolerance to heat
Diarrhea
Excess sweating
Bone growth
Protruding eyes
Kale
Cabbage
Spinach
Mustard greens
Brussel sprouts
Peaches
Pears
Turnips
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Soy
Flouride
Hair loss
Cold hands and feet
Depression
Weight gain
Dry skin
Headaches
Fatigue
Lower-than-average body temperature
High cholesterol
Constipation
Brittle hair
Seafood
Watercress
Radishes
Garlic
Seaweed
Egg yolks
Yogurt
Cottage cheese
Wheat germ
Mushrooms
Poultry or beef
Watermelon
• Obesity
• Heart disease
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Hair Loss
• Sexual dysfunction
• Infertility
Don’t let thyroid issues go undiagnosed!
