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Thyroid Dysfunction: Diagnosis & Treament
« on: April 25, 2006, 02:25:59 PM » by Joy2BMommy

We stopped buying regular iodized salt a while back and have been using only Celtic sea salt. Don't we need iodine for thyroid health? I tried to google using kelp as an iodine supplement but couldn't come up with much information. There are kelp supplements out there (pill form) but I'm wanting to use just kelp powder. I can't find any dosage recommendations. Does anyone here know if kelp is the best way to supplement iodine, and if so how much kelp should be taken daily, for adults as well as children?

TIA,
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« Reply #1 on: April 25, 2006, 02:50:43 PM » by healthybratt

Quote from: Joy2BMommy on April 25, 2006, 02:25:59 PM

Check this link.

What Are the Natural Sources of Iodine in Food and Water

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« Reply #2 on: April 25, 2006, 03:08:06 PM » by Joy2BMommy

well, according the link breads and cereals are good sources of iodine, but I'm assuming that they are only IF the grains are grown in iodine rich soil, which, according to the link isn't in abundance anymore. My guess is that the kelp is likely a better-for-me option than the candy with red dye that it suggests, LOL. It also says "Most of the iodine in nature resides in the ocean" so it sounds like I'm on the right track with kelp - though are there other better sources of iodine from the ocean. I'm going to be looking into the spirulina information soon as a possible supplement for us, does anyone know if it's a good source of iodine? If so, maybe the spirulina would be all that we need, not needing the kelp after all. I'd appreciate any thoughts that anyone has to share on this.

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« Reply #3 on: April 25, 2006, 03:36:16 PM » by healthybratt

I was thinking Tuna or Salmon, so I googled and here's what I found.

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iodine
Iodine is imporant because it is a major component of thyroid hormone.
Leading Food Sources of iodine: Salmon, Seaweed, Tuna

Here's the link: Thyroid Disease

I don't know if kelp is the same as seaweed, but I know I buy a lot of dried seaweed at the Asian Food market for my family to have seaweed rolls with rice. I don't like it, but they sure love it. I think it tastes a bit like paper. I'm not sure if it's as healthy as some other form either, because it's lightly roasted with oil and salt.

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« Reply #4 on: April 25, 2006, 05:07:50 PM » by Joy2BMommy

Fish would likely be a good source, as they feed on (or are feedig on something that is feeding on) the high iodine sources. Because of the mercury levels in most of the fish, we rarely eat fish anymore and instead take cod liver oil or fish oil as supplements (my kids love the lemon kind!!).

Kelp is a seaweed, here's one link that has some good information on kelp and it's usefulness. http://www.femhealth.com/kelp.html It would be interesting to see a comparison of how kelp and spirulina - to see if they are equally good or if it would be beneficial to supplement with each. With 6 kiddos, one an infant, homeschooling, running a business, and keeping a hubby happy I rarely have the time to really research things anymore. (I'm not complaining, mind you, I praise God to have these busy blessings!) I can quickly find plenty about the benefits of kelp, but have yet to find out how it should be taken - most places want to sell you a pill. I'd much rather toss some kelp powder into a fruit smoothie for breakfast.

I guess I need to actually research thyroid health to first find out how best to keep a thyroid healthy, then find out how iodine is used by the body, to even see if we need to be supplementing for that reason. Then from there look into what natural ways we can supplement if necessary.

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« Reply #5 on: April 25, 2006, 05:14:23 PM » by Joy2BMommy

Here's a link with some more information on kelp and spirulina- still not the specific info I'm looking for, but interesting none the less. http://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/substances_view/0,1525,10058,00.html

The reason that I'm particularly interested in the "how much" to take is because that too much kelp can actually be harmful to the thyroid, as it is a very high source of iodine. With that in mind, maybe the spirulina would be a better option if it contains iodine, but not as much as kelp. OK, I guess that gives me something to look into - off I go!

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« Reply #6 on: April 25, 2006, 05:31:37 PM » by Joy2BMommy

nevermind, it doesn't appear that spirulina is much of an iodine source.

Debbi

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« Reply #7 on: May 27, 2006, 01:05:19 PM » by migratingoose

I bought bulk kelp powder, but ugh- it does NOT taste good! Throwing it in a smoothy makes the whole thing very fishy. Anyone have any suggestions on getting it down? The only recipie I've come across used alot of honey and oatmeal and tiny bit of kelp. Packing it in capsuls works, but that gets tedious.

From Nutritional Herbology-

..group of large brown flat leaf like fronds ussually atached to rocks in 10 -150' seas...prized for its iodine content...for hypothyrodism and obesity...blood purifier...Most famous for its use in foods. In the orient to flavor soups and suishi. In North America it is popular as cattle feed.

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« Reply #8 on: June 20, 2006, 08:19:34 AM » by WithLoveAndJoy

Hi! I am a relative newcomer to the board but have already found it to be of tremendous encouragement.

A little background, I am 24 and married without any children. I was diagnosed with a mild case of hypothyroid (low thyroid function) back last September and began to take Synthroid at the lowest dose. My thyroid blood tests have stabilized in the normal range since then, but I am concerned about the ramifications that my thyroid may have when my DH and I want to start our family.

Anyway, I am really looking for anyone who has similar confirmed thyroid issues to swap ideas advice and stories with.

Thanks in advance!
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« Reply #9 on: June 20, 2006, 08:59:28 AM » by Pennie

I DOUBT if this will be useful information but I will throw it out there anyway. Wink

I was diagnosed with a hypothyroid after the birth of my first son 10 years ago. I am now 33. I took levoxyl(generic synthroid)for 8 years. the lowest dose possble I think. it was like .075 mg. anyway after I started looking into health related things I read that the med could lead to bone loss. I am 5' I need every inch of bone I have. Cheesy

so I found something "natural" online. Not even sure what it was but I did quit taking the levoxyl and then found out I was preg so I didn't want to take that. Since I am usually preg or nursing I just threw it away they wouldn't give me a refund so after I went off the med. which is a MAJOR no no to do like that, they tested me 3 months in a row and it was normal. I know the tests they do arent always accurate and if the problem is REALLY slight sometimes it cannot be detected. I do struggle with my weight IMO however, my babies were born, 96,99,01,03, and 06 so about the time I get serious about taking it off here comes another one. Grin

The least I have ever gained while preg is 55 lbs so......it takes some work. IF I found I needed to take med again I would probly try to find a doc that would perscirbe armour thyroid for me. Which is natural. actually I think it is thyroid from a goat or something. I read a book called Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat. He was actually a weight doctor but found most of his obese patients had a low thyroid and the ones taking armour felt better than the synthetic ones. I can't remember the authors name. It's bee awhile but I have read quite a bit on www.mercola.com about it and according to some people you can get the function back with a correct diet. You might check it out if you haven't done that. Anytime you can avoid a "drug" the better. I'm sure you know that. Anyway, that is my story. Like I said I am 5'0" and right now I weigh 159. I weighed 195 Embarrassed

when I had Annika. She is 4 months old. So I fall into the category of morbidly obese. Although most people wouldn't think that by looking at me. I
"carry" it well I guess. Tongue

Anyway, I am working at it. My final goal is 115. I should weigh b/t 113-117 according to the charts. I doubt I will ever get there but I SURE won't w/o a goal. Roll Eyes

Anyway, hope that was helpful maybe. I don't have any of the other symptoms that go along with low thyroid. I am NEVER cold and I am only tired in the morning when it's time to get up. Cheesy

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« Reply #10 on: June 20, 2006, 10:29:58 AM » by WithLoveAndJoy

Pennie, thank you for your reply! It always helps make me feel better to hear stories of others who have had some of the same issues :-)

I have taken brand name synthroid since September at the lowest dose of .025 mcg which is the smallest dose they currently offer. I wasn't aware that the medicine could cause bone loss. I thought that it was just replacing the hormone that my thyroid wasn't able to produce and should be an even trade. My dad, who is also hypothyroid and works in the medical field had told me that it is probably the safest prescription med available. So up until now I have felt pretty comfortable with it, especially since it is such low dose.

It is encouraging to hear that you have a large family, because my major point of freaking out is that when my husband and I are ready for a family that I will be unable to conceive. I don't have any hard evidence to believe that it would necessarily happen, but there is still that nagging doubt in the back of my mind.

My weight hasn't been a huge issue for me, I am 5'7" and 145 lbs, but I haven't had children yet, and that will definitely change things.

I had not heard of Armour thyroid before....that is something that I would like to hear more about it.

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« Reply #11 on: June 20, 2006, 10:45:33 AM » by healthybratt

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The leaky gut syndrome is almost always associated with autoimmune disease and reversing autoimmune disease depends on healing the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Any other treatment is just symptom suppression. An autoimmune disease is defined as one in which the immune system makes antibodies against its own tissues. Diseases in this category include lupus, alopecia areata, rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, Sjogren's syndrome, vitiligo, thyroiditis, vasculitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, urticaria (hives), diabetes and Raynaud's disease. Physicians are increasingly recognizing the importance of the gastrointestinal tract in the development of allergic or autoimmune disease. Understanding the leaky gut phenomenon not only helps us see why allergies and autoimmune diseases develop but also helps us with safe and effective therapies to bring the body back into balance.

Due to the enlarged spaces between the cells of the gut wall, larger than usual protein molecules are absorbed before they have a chance to be completely broken down as occurs when the intestinal lining is intact. The immune system starts making antibodies against these larger molecules because it recognizes them as foreign, invading substances. The immune system starts treating them as if they had to be destroyed. Antibodies are made against these proteins derived from previously harmless foods.

Human tissues have antigenic sites very similar to those on foods, bacteria, parasites, candida or fungi. The antibodies created by the leaky gut phenomenon against these antigens can get into various tissues and trigger an inflammatory reaction when the corresponding food is consumed or the microbe is encountered. Autoantibodies are thus created and inflammation becomes chronic. If this inflammation occurs in a joint, autoimmune arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis) develops. If it occurs in the brain, myalgic encephalomyelitis (a.k.a. chronic fatigue syndrome) may be the result. If it occurs in the blood vessels, vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels) is the resulting autoimmune problem.

If the antibodies end up attacking the lining of the gut itself, the result may be colitis or Crohn's disease. If it occurs in the lungs, asthma is triggered on a delayed basis every time the individual consumes the food which triggered the production of the antibodies in the first place. It is easy to see that practically any organ or body tissue can become affected by food allergies created by the leaky gut. Symptoms, especially those seen in conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, can be multiple and severely debilitating.

The inflammation that causes the leaky gut syndrome also damages the protective coating of antibodies of the IgA family normally present in a healthy gut. Since IgA helps us ward off infections, with leaky gut problems we become less resistant to viruses, bacteria, parasites and candida. These microbes are then able to invade the bloodstream and colonize almost any body tissue or organ. When this occurs in the gums, periodontal disease results. If it happens in the jaw, tooth extraction or root canals might be necessary to cure the infection.

In addition to the creation of food allergies by the leaky gut, the bloodstream is invaded by bacteria, fungi and parasites that, in the healthy state, would not penetrate the protective barrier of the gut. These microbes and their toxins, if present in large enough amounts, can overwhelm the liver's ability to detoxify. This results in symptoms such as confusion, memory loss, brain fog or facial swelling when the individual is exposed to a perfume or to cigarette smoke that he or she had no adverse reactions to prior to the development of the leaky gut syndrome.

Leaky gut syndrome also creates a long list of mineral deficiencies because the various carrier proteins present in the gastrointestinal tract that are needed to transport minerals from the intestine to the blood are damaged by the inflammation process. For example, magnesium deficiency (low red blood cell magnesium) is quite a common finding in conditions like fibromyalgia despite a high magnesium intake through the diet and supplementation. If the carrier protein for magnesium is damaged, magnesium deficiency develops as a result of malabsorption. Muscle pain and spasms can occur as a result. Similarly, zinc deficiency due to malabsorption can result in hair loss or baldness as occurs in alopecia areata. Copper deficiency can occur in an identical way leading to high blood cholesterol levels and osteoarthritis. Further, bone problems develop as a result of the malabsorption of calcium, boron, silicon and manganese...more

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« Reply #12 on: June 20, 2006, 11:06:39 AM » by dara

Just a note- I think I'm borderline hypothyroid (undiagnosed), and I have NO problems concieving! I have big, healthy babies!

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« Reply #13 on: June 20, 2006, 05:51:13 PM » by Helen

I have extremly low thyroid, and yes a doctor diagnosed it;,i took synthroid from the age of 16 to 24. then switched doctors and my currant doctor put me on Armour, I positivly LOVE it, I was not on the correct dose of synthroid before i got pregnant and never had a bit of problem!, I have had a problem staying pregnant, but that was due to some other issues. and may i just add, it is very ill advised to stop your thyroid treatment on your own. this is one thing that it definatly is important that you get medical help on.

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« Reply #14 on: June 20, 2006, 06:52:42 PM » by Pennie

and may i just add, it is very ill advised to stop your thyroid treatment on your own. this is one thing that it definatly is important that you get medical help on.

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Oh, I would never advise someone to do that. I was just stating my experience and what I did. I hope it didn't come across as advising someone to go off their med. w/o a professionals "OK"

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« Reply #15 on: June 20, 2006, 07:10:47 PM » by WithLoveAndJoy

Oh, no, I didnt' take it that way at all. In fact all of you have been so very helpful to me! This is sortof a new thing for me, the thyroid problem....and for that matter, natural living too!

All of that to say it is really great for me to be able to learn from others who have been living the natural life for longer than I. Sometimes I get a little frustrated because my dear hubby thinks that I am just buying into a fad, but I keep telling myself patience and a smile will show him years down the road that I truly want the best for our family.

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« Reply #16 on: June 20, 2006, 07:58:38 PM » by healthybratt

Quote from: akmacbell on June 20, 2006, 07:10:47 PM

Sometimes I get a little frustrated because my dear hubby thinks that I am just buying into a fad, but I keep telling myself patience and a smile will show him years down the road that I truly want the best for our family.

Been there, doing that. It will get better. Try the easiest most proven techniques first so you can knock his socks off! Slowly and surely, he'll come around. Remember everyone thought Columbus was nuts when he surmised that the world was round Wink

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« Reply #17 on: June 20, 2006, 08:54:32 PM » by dara

Hate to say it, but though hopefully your hubby will think outside the box with you, most everyone else you know will think you're a bit odd! (My hubby's co-worker teases that I'm a witch doctor- garlic, onions, and he adds in about gourds and chicken feet Roll Eyes

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« Reply #18 on: June 20, 2006, 09:37:19 PM » by WithLoveAndJoy

Don't get me wrong, though...he is very supportive for the most part, but mainly when it comes to organic foods he balks. Although truth be told, I have not always had a good track record about sticking with healthy habits, so I can see why he might be thinking that I am going through this as a phase.

He actually grew up in a homeopathic household, so he probably knows more about natural remedies than I will for a while. I was the one living in the "medical" household. But I am loving the things I am learning and I can't wait to try the SuperMom, hopefully it will come in the mail this week Grin

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« Reply #19 on: June 21, 2006, 10:08:58 AM » by queentea

this is my first post, I am so grateful for this site, I am learning so much!!!

I too am Hypothyriod, but am pretty severe...I am on sythriod 150. I would love to find a natural way to go to get off the sythroid, but have no clue if I could even attempt it because my thyroid is almost non functional. Does anyone know of others in my situation that have been able to come off the sythroid or decrease the dose by altering diet or taking a natural suppliment?

thanks!

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« Reply #20 on: June 21, 2006, 10:19:28 AM » by Pennie

I know a lady that had her thyroid removed b/c of cancer and she has been going to a Gonstead chiropractor and she said he tells her that after an adjustment that he encourages his patients to get all their meds reevlauated b/c that could affect how much they need. I don't guess that applies to her b/c she isn't producing any homrmone but that might help you. Also I keep repeating myself Embarrassed

but.....I really believe if you go to www.mercola.com and just type hypothyroid in the search you can learn a lot about natrual stuff. This lady is ALWAYS tired. She is on synthroid and she would like to go to the Armour but her dr won't perscribe it for her and I guess it's just too much trouble for her to switch drs. Also if you were to go to www.waddellchiropractic.com you can read about Gonstead and why it is different than other Chiropractors and how they help people. Or you could probly just google Gonstead too. either way.

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« Reply #21 on: June 21, 2006, 10:50:44 AM » by WithLoveAndJoy

The one thyroid replacement other than Synthroid mentioned above is Armour thyroid. I have also heard that increasing iodine through kelp is helpful, but it is very important to have guidance on your thyroid and follow it closely, because too much of certain remedies can actually burn your thyroid out, and then you would be in a far worse condition.

You may want to consider consulting a naturopath or homeopathic doctor if one is available in your area.

Just my thoughts, from one Hypothyroid to another Roll Eyes

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« Reply #22 on: June 22, 2006, 01:39:43 PM » by Pennie

www.longlifeunlimited.com has something called thyoset that is thyroid support. It has kelp and thyrosine (?)which help support the thyroid. Actually the stuff I had bought b/f I found out I was pregnant once was that word thyrosine or had it in it. It is 29.99 for 90 capules on this website if you want to look into it. it is under miscellaneous supplements

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« Reply #23 on: June 22, 2006, 06:44:58 PM » by sunflower

Ok ladies. This is an interesting topic for me. I have been struggling with making a decision with my thyroid.

Last year I was told that I had thyroid cancer. I had the surgery to remove my thyroid and then radioiodione treatment. Now my doctor wants me to have the treatment one more time this year. What do you think?

People would be amazed to know what a little part of your body can control so much. When I had no meds (to get my body ready for the radio treatment) I felt every side effect....cold, depressed, weight gain, weird period cycles, tired (slept over 17 hours and was still tired), and much more that I have willing blocked out of my mind.

What I am trying to learn is what is out there to help function a normal thyroid without having a thyroid. What I can do to help to be cancer free without doing the radio treatment again this year. (just some medical background on me: the doctor just wants me to have the treatment this year so they will have something to compare to from last year....not because the cancer has come back. Also, this type of cancer is very curable, but if it comes back it is more aggressive then the first time.) So does anyone have any thoughts for me? I understand that this is at a different level health was then the first topic. I do have a hubby and two some children at home (and want more), but think that it is kind of crazy to do another treatment just to see if the cancer has come back. I have been praying that God would make it really clear to me and change my heart on our decision if we are being an unwise. So if you can pray for our family to do the wise thing in the long run for my health and to see my chidlren's children in the years to come will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for reading and your thoughts and prayers.

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« Reply #24 on: June 22, 2006, 09:23:56 PM » by wannabeholisticpro

Hi !
Regarding thyroid, does anyone know a self-test for low or high thyroid? Thx

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« Reply #25 on: June 22, 2006, 09:51:21 PM » by Pennie

Sunflower,

I think you should get Doug Kaufmanns book The Germ that Causes Cancer His website is www.knowthecause.com. Cancer is a systemic diease and very often related to fungus so just b/c we take out part of our bodies doesn't mean the possibility for it to come back is gone. However if it were me I would not do more radiation but that is my opinion and I would never say what I think someone else should do. If you haven't already radically changed your diet that is WAY important. Go to his website and maybe read his book. when I bought that book I bought it to loan to a friend that has his thryoid removed. his nodes had been swollen since highschool. he is now in his 20s and the docs always said no big deal, it's nothing. My SIL had hers removed but I don't know how she is doing she doesnt talk to use anymore b/c of other issues. Read these things with your husband so you can make the decision together. I will pray for you for wisdom. I know when you have a family it changes everything we do and think. I hope this will be of some help to you.

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« Reply #26 on: June 22, 2006, 09:54:56 PM » by Pennie

Quote from: wannabeholisticpro on June 22, 2006, 09:23:56 PM

Hi !
Regarding thyroid, does anyone know a self-test for low or high thyroid? Thx

I understand that if you rub iodine on your skin and depending on how quickly it is absorbed that indicates a high or low. Also if you take your temp everymorning and it is consistently low that CAN be a sign of low. There are some good books you can get at the library and find out more. I have read some but it has been awhile so I don't remember a whole lot. www.mercola.com has some articles about thyroids too. That would be from a natural aspect as opposed to medical also.

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« Reply #27 on: June 22, 2006, 11:38:20 PM » by nonna6kids

Hey yall! I've reading you posts for acouple of weeks or so. Heard about it from my NGJ newsletter.I love that string of PEARLS!!!!HAHA Anyway I had to come on in and say somthing about a low thyroid problem I have 6 kids,and my problems grew worse after every child depression dry skin weight that wont come off really tired...... finally after taking all those depressiom meds a DR tested me. Your right those tests are not accurate they usually always say your borderline, no need for meds,but my DR gave me synthyroid ,for a long time it helped but I read somewhere it was better to use something natural ,like the armour.made from animal thyroid tissue, but I stared to have my symptoms come back and my druggest said that sometimes you get bad batches of the armour.So about then I started surfing the net for info . Just type in raw thyroid gland and hit search. There will be differnt companies selling it but the best I have found is made in AUStrailia,carefully, never have had a bad batch. My brand is Natural Sources.I believe the cheapest place is the vitamin shoppe. I take 3 caps every morning. Here recently I have had much stress , started having all the symptoms again yuky depression and I mean you can tell it's a physical thing, so I increased to 4 caps every morning and in about 4 days I'm so much better. Sooooooooooo if you have all the symptoms please research hypothyroidism and order you some raw THYROID from NAtural Sources. Please remember like when a DR puts you on synthyriod they tell you it will take at least a month to start seeing results. I try to help family or friends all the time with this and they wont believe me or wont take the raw thyroid gland long enough to see results . I sufferered so long without help BUT I PRAISE THE FATHER for sending me help and would be so happy to help someone else . It is sad but we kinda have to take our health into our own hand these days and ask GODto send us on atrail of helpful info, like this awesome website!!!!!!!!!

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« Reply #28 on: June 23, 2006, 07:05:45 AM » by WithLoveAndJoy

I may not know much, but one thing that I DO know is that you should NOT attempt to treat a thyroid condition without being first given a blood test by a doctor. Otherwise you could believe that you have the condition and cause your thyroid harm by overdosing it with natural solutions. Herbs and home remedies should be as carefully researched as prescription medicines, as they can also have harmful results if used improperly.

Please take it from someone who had hypothyroid....even if you feel like you have all the symptoms, there are other conditions that have the same type of symptoms, so you should NEVER Treat for low thyroid without an official blood test diagnosis from a doctor.

Phew....there is my $0.02 :-)

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« Reply #29 on: June 23, 2006, 09:29:35 AM » by Helen

Quote from: akmacbell on June 23, 2006, 07:05:45 AM

I agree, thyroid is so touchy , a little bit more or less makes a huge diffrence, and if it is not your thyroid by chance and you dump all this thyroid treatments on it, It could give you hypo or hyperthyroid.

Quote from: queentea on June 21, 2006, 10:08:58 AM

armour is a natural alternative, and unless a trained natureopath perscribes something i wouldnt try to treat it myself, I took the same dosage as you do in synthroid, plus cytomel... but the armour i am on now is great! it is worth it finding a doctor to perscribe it.

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