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Mark Scott

Jan 23
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What are the Symptoms of Hypothyroid in Women? - Total Health Center VB

What are the Symptoms of Hypothyroid in Women?

By Thyroid
Thyroid disorders are common. About 12% of people will experience abnormal thyroid function at some point during their lives. Women are eight times more likely to develop a thyroid disorder than men.  (1) 1. Feeling tired One of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism in women is fatigue. The thyroid gland is the master control of your metabolism and controls the body’s production…
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Nov 24
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Woman with fatigue symptoms and thyroid anatomy illustration representing Hashimoto’s thyroiditis causes

What Causes Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis?

By Thyroid
What Causes Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis? Being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can feel overwhelming. Many patients leave their endocrinology appointment with thyroid medication—but still have unanswered questions: Why did this happen? What triggered it? Can I do anything to support my immune system naturally? These are reasonable questions. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States. It…
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Oct 30
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment and New Hope

By Digestion and Digestive Disorders
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder in which abdominal pain is associated with a range of symptoms. Typically, these include intermittent abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea, constipation, or alternating episodes of both. Other symptoms may also be present. IBS affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States. About 2 in 3 IBS sufferers are female. About…
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Oct 29
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THYROID HORMONES AND ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS FOR THYROID CONDITIONS Part 2

By Thyroid
In the first article we discussed how the thyroid works,  the common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction and two thyroid conditions that are actually autoimmune problems not thyroid problems. In this next part we will go into cover understanding thyroid panels and The influence of thyroid hormones on physiology and metabolic function This is EXACTLY why your thyroid NEEDS to function…
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Sep 03
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Fresh broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, soybeans, and tofu illustrating common goitrogenic foods that may affect thyroid health.

Goitrogenic Foods and Thyroid Health

By Thyroid
If you've been told to avoid broccoli, kale, cabbage, or soy because they're "goitrogenic," you may be avoiding some of the healthiest foods in your diet unnecessarily. Learn what goitrogenic foods really are, when they may affect thyroid function, and how a functional medicine approach can help identify the true causes of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease.
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Aug 23
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Iodine and Thyroid Health | Total Health Center VB

Iodine and Thyroid Health

By Thyroid
Using iodine to treat Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease is a highly debatable topic. This article explores differing opinions and clears up many of the misconceptions associated with this treatment. What Is Iodine? Iodine is a trace mineral found naturally in some foods and added to others. It is essential for metabolism and normal thyroid function. The idea iodine treatment is…
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Aug 08
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How Vitamin D Affects the Thyroid | Total Health Center VB

How Vitamin D Affects Thyroid Conditions

By Thyroid
Vitamin D is well-known for its importance in managing calcium in the gut, bones, and blood and disease resistance. However, many studies now show vitamin D levels affect may be a contributing factor in many other health issues too. Researchers now believe it plays a crucial role in how cells communicate. Clinical studies link abnormal vitamin D levels to colon,…
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Jun 05
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Reverse T3 thyroid hormone conversion illustration showing the thyroid gland in the neck.

Reverse T3: Why Normal Thyroid Tests Don’t Always Mean Your Thyroid Is Working

By Thyroid
Have you ever been told your thyroid tests are normal, yet you still struggle with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, or feeling cold? Reverse T3 may provide an important clue. Learn how thyroid hormone conversion works, why your body produces Reverse T3, and how a functional medicine approach focuses on identifying the root causes rather than simply treating a laboratory…
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