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: fatigue, appetite loss, cannot handle cold
temperatures, slow heart rate, weight gain, painful pre-menstrual periods,
milky discharge from breasts,
fertility problems,
hair loss, dry scaly skin,
depression
goiter, droopy eyes. If you feel cold while others around you are hot this
is a good warning sign |
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Nutrient /
Supplement |
Helpful notes |
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B Vitamins |
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. |
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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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Beta-carotene |
anti-oxidant used for healing in
the body
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Vitamin C |
needed for immune function
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Multi-vitamin
& Mineral supplement |
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. |
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Zinc |
zinc is an immune
system builder, a good
source of zinc is a quality multi-vitamin &
mineral supplement. |
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All information presented on this web
page is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or to
administer to any
physical ailments. In all
matters related to your health please contact a
qualified, licensed practitioner.
All Information on this web page & pages linked to it are provided by
GBS International training pack 1995/2002;
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars; The Herb
Encyclopedia & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA |
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