You can eat fermented foods every day and take all the probiotic supplements you want, but if you aren’t also feeding those intestinal bacteria what they want, you could be throwing your money away. That’s because to thrive and multiply, healthy gut bacteria need to eat. And what your gut bacteria like best is fiber.…
Although managing Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism requires us extra care with diet, stress levels, sleep, and exertion, that doesn’t mean making travel off limits. Many people with Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism have learned how to travel flare-free, even though it may take some extra prep time before hand. Be mindful to go into a travel experience with the mentality…
If you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, you could unknowingly be developing another autoimmune disease as having one autoimmune disease raises your risk for developing future ones. This is because autoimmune diseases sometimes start off as “silent” autoimmunity. This means your immune system is attacking tissue in your body but the damage isn’t bad enough to cause…
If you use artificial sweeteners to avoid gaining weight, you’re not only wasting your time but also possibly causing future health problems, according to a new study. If you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, it’s important to remove as many artificial and toxic chemicals as possible from your diet and environment. The study found that not only…
If you use artificial sweeteners to avoid gaining weight, you’re not only wasting your time but also possibly causing future health problems, according to a new study. If you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, it’s important to remove as many artificial and toxic chemicals as possible from your diet and environment. The study found that not only…
Most people worry about high blood pressure, and with good reason as it portends numerous health risks. However, low blood pressure brings a different set of problems, such as reduced brain function and increased mortality risk. If the upper or lower number deviates by more than 10 from 120/80, it pays to be aware low…
Snoring happens when the tissues and muscles become too “floppy” during sleep and vibrate. Researchers found simply exercising those muscles to maintain their tone can help reduce snoring. Some people with Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism also experience snoring due to swelling of the thyroid in the neck and increased weight gain from low metabolism, so managing your…
If you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, then chances are you know what’s it like to struggle with weight gain. Do you dread going to the doctor because you know they will pin your health problems on your weight? Or maybe you quit going to the doctor all together to avoid feeling embarrassed and ashamed. Because the…
It doesn’t take long once you learn about functional medicine to realize it attracts primarily women. Why? Chronic disorders affect more women than men and conventional medicine’s treatment of women often ranges from disappointing to dehumanizing. Millions of women who suffer from Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism learn this first-hand when their symptoms go unaddressed despite medication. Conventional…
The American Heart Association (AHA) recently announced coconut oil is bad for you. This is the same advisory organization that endorses breakfast cereals loaded with sugars and artificial additives. If you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, you need to know more about this recommendation as coconut oil could be beneficial for you. It’s important to look at…