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Prevent Hypothyroidism With An Iodine Supplement

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by: Darrell Miller
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Date: Tue, 12 Jul 2011 Time: 10:55 AM
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Hypothyroidism is the result of an underproduction of the thyroid hormone. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include chronic fatigue, loss of appetite, inability to tolerate cold, low body temperature, a slow heart rate, easy weight gain, elevated cholesterol, painful premenstrual periods, heavy periods, a milky discharge from the breasts, fertility problems, muscle weakness, muscle cramps, dry and scaly skin, a yellow-orange coloration in the skin, yellow bumps on the eyelids, hair loss, recurrent infections, migraines, hoarseness, respiratory infections, constipation, depression, difficulty concentrating, slow speech, goiter, and drooping, swollen eyes. The most common symptoms of this disorder are fatigue and intolerance to cold. If you constantly feel cold, while others around you are hot, you may be suffering from reduced thyroid function.

The thyroid gland acts as the body's internal thermostat, as it regulates the temperature by secreting two hormones which control how quickly the body burns calories and uses energy. If too much of the hormone is secreted, hyperthyroidism results, while hypothyroidism results from too little hormone. An estimated five percent, or about 13 million people are affected by hypothyroidism in the United States, with about 90 percent of those being women. Women between the ages of thirty and fifty seem to be the most prone to this condition. It has been estimated that one in every eight women will develop a thyroid condition at some point in her lifetime.

Unfortunately, thyroid conditions can cause many recurring illnesses and fatigue. The thyroid is affected by a poor diet, fluoride in the water, excessive consumption of unsaturated fats, endurance exercise, pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables, radiation from x-rays, alcohol, and drugs. It is known that less than 25 percent of people who actually have an underactive thyroid have been properly diagnosed and treated.

The most common cause of underactive thyroid is a condition called Hashimoto's disease. In this disorder, the body becomes allergic to the thyroid hormone, producing antibodies against its own thyroid tissue. This disease is a common cause of goiter among adults and it can occur along with other disorders such as pernicious anemia, lupus, yeast infections, and rheumatoid arthritis. Congenital hypothyroidism in children can lead to mental retardation and dwarfism if left untreated. However, hypothyroidism is generally detected within a baby's first few months, when routine blood tests are performed. Myxedema coma is a rare condition that can result from long-term undiagnosed hypothyroidism. The coma can occur during illness, after an accident, from exposure to cold, or as a result of ingestion of narcotics and/or sedatives. This medical emergency requires immediate treatment.

By measuring levels of different hormones in the blood, a physician can determine if the thyroid gland is working properly. Additionally, the following nutrients can help when dealing with hypothyroidism: kelp, l-tyrosine, raw thyroid glandular, vitamin B complex, Brewer's yeast, essential fatty acids, iron, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin C with bioflavonoids, vitamin E, and zinc. Along with the above, the following herbs are also beneficial for treating and alleviating symptoms of hypothyroidism: bayberry, black cohosh, goldenseal, genetian, mugwort, and herbal bitters such as Swedish bitters.

Adding iodine to your diet can help speed up an underactive thyroid. Try eating more sea food or take a iodine supplement like kelp to help supplement your diet with the iodine you need to maintain a good working thyroid gland. Look to your local or internet vitamin store for quality iodine supplements.

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Look for kelp and iodine supplements at VitaNet®, LLC Vitamin Store. http://vitanetonline.com/


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