| Graves disease is also known as hyperthyroidism which is caused by the
"over" 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
hyperthyroidism are: nervousness, irritability, constantly being too hot,
insomnia,
fatigue, increased bowel movements, weakness, rapid heartbeat, goiter,
hand tremors. Graves disease affects women more than men |
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Nutrient /
Supplement |
Helpful notes |
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Multi-vitamin
& Mineral supplement |
contains
vitamin
B,
vitamin E,
vitamin C, and zinc
which are all beneficial for hyperthyroidism, graves disease, and
other thyroid related problems. The nutrients in a daily
supplement are also required for good general health and well
being. |
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Vitamin B |
vitamin B complex helps to improve cellular
oxygenation, strengthens immune system, improves digestion,
increases red blood cell formation, and aids thyroid function. |
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Essential
Fatty acids |
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. |
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Vitamin C |
needed for immune system function
and body healing
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