hypothyroidism
Explore the surge in thyroid disorders and the factors contributing to their rise, from environmental iodine deficiency to autoimmune reactions. Learn how hormonal changes and pollution may affect your thyroid health and discover strategies to reduce the risk of thyroid problems.
You’ve tried everything to lose weight! You exercise religiously and watch what you eat. Still, the pounds won’t budge. It’s a frustrating problem, especially when you’re doing everything right. Could something else be going on?
Your thyroid is the gland that regulates your metabolism. If you’re gaining weight despite leading a healthy lifestyle, you might be convinced that your thyroid is at fault, even when your tests are normal. Is it possible that you STILL have an undiagnosed, underactive thyroid gland?
The thyroid gland is located just beneath your voice box and one of its main functions it to control the rate at which your body burns the calories you consume. When the thyroid gland starts producing excessive amounts of hormones, a condition called hyperthyroidism develops. Read on to learn about the ten main signs that you should see a doctor to discuss whether you have hyperthyroidism.
Although it is relatively easy to treat hypothyroidism, many people fail to recognize the main symptoms and therefore end up suffering from a reduced quality of life for years. Read on to learn about the ten main signs that you should see a doctor to discuss whether you have hypothyroidism.
Even if you’re eating a healthy diet, you may not be getting enough of one important mineral – iodine. A new study shows that women of childbearing age have borderline low levels of iodine. That can make it harder to lose weight and lead to other unpleasant health consequences. Find out more about the important of iodine in your diet – and how to get more.
Are you having problems controlling your weight? If you’re watching what you eat and exercising and still can’t keep the pounds off, it could be your thyroid. Sub-clinical hypothyroidism or a mildly under-active thyroid gland is a common problem, especially among women. Find out what the symptoms are and how to know if you have it.
Learn three factors and how much each one contributes to total daily energy expenditure and how they can be influenced by diet.
What you eat plays a role in weight loss, but so do hormones. Here are five key hormones that regulate metabolism and fat-burning.
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