Thyroid Optimization
THYROID
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck, just below the Adam's apple. The thyroid gland makes two main hormones: thyroxine (T-4) and triiodothyronine (T-3). These hormones affect every cell in the body. They support the rate at which the body uses fats and carbohydrates. They help control body temperature. They have an effect on heart rate. And they help control how much protein the body makes.
cAUSES
- Autoimmune disease. The most common cause of hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto's disease
- Thyroid surgery. Surgery to remove all or part of the thyroid gland can lower the gland's ability to make thyroid hormones or stop it completely.
- Radiation therapy. Radiation used to treat cancers of the head and neck can affect the thyroid gland and lead to hypothyroidism.
- Thyroiditis. Thyroiditis happens when the thyroid gland becomes inflamed. This may be due to an infection. Or it can
Symptoms
Lethargy
Irritability
Mood Swings
Dry Skin
Coarse Hair
Abdominal Bloating
Heavy Periods
Irregular Periods
Intense PMS
Cold Sensitivity
Decreased Mental Performance
Extremely Low Energy Levels
COMPLICATIONS
- Goiter. Hypothyroidism may cause the thyroid gland to become larger.
- Heart problems. Hypothyroidism can lead to a higher risk of heart disease and heart failure.
- Peripheral neuropathy. Hypothyroidism that goes without treatment for a long time can damage the peripheral nerves.
- Infertility. Low levels of thyroid hormone can interfere with ovulation, which can limit fertility.
- Birth defects. Babies born to people with untreated thyroid disease may have a higher risk of birth defects compared with
Treatment
A functional medicine approach, which involves looking at the entire body and prescribing pharmaceutical-grade nutritional and herbal supplements, as well as lifestyle and dietary changes, to promote recovery.
Looking for Triggers
Inflammation
Hidden Infections
Gastrointestinal Problems
Anemia
Chemical Sensitivities
Adrenal Gland Dysfunction
Food Sensitivities
Blood Sugar Instability
Hormone Imbalance
Natural Supplements
Thyroid disorders are common in the United States, and patient’s are looking for other options outside of traditional medicine. Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicines (TCIM) may be the perfect solution for those individuals, as various supplements fit under the umbrella of TCIM and are suitable for thyroid disorders.
Products with T-3 and T-4 hormones derived from pigs or other animals are available as prescriptions or as dietary supplements, such as Armour Thyroid.
Traditional Medications
Levothyroxine is used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Levothyroxine is also used to help decrease the size of enlarged thyroid glands (also called a goiter) and to treat thyroid cancer.
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