Posts Tagged ‘thyroid’
Chronic Stress & 10 Ways to Help Yourself Adapt
Chronic stress is an imminent part of today’s fast-paced culture. It is estimated that stress is responsible for 75-90% of visits to primary physicians, either acutely or caused by chronic problems associated with stress. Working in excess of 40 hours per week more than doubles (2x!) your risk for obesity, depression and heart disease. Stress…
Read MoreYour Thyroid Part 6…Are Your Adrenals The True Culprit?
Your adrenals, tiny in size – only that of a walnut – but massive in responsibility, are crucial to you having a strong, healthy and balanced thyroid.When they are functioning properly, these small glands help you feel energized when you need to be and relaxed when it is time for rest. They produce cortisol and…
Read MoreYour Thyroid Part 5 ~ Could Your Pituitary Gland Be The Issue?
Is Your Hypothyroidism Caused By A Possible Pituitary Hypofunction? In this pattern the pituitary gland, which sits at the base of your brain, isn’t communicating with your thyroid gland. There’s nothing wrong with the thyroid itself, it’s just not being told to get to work! This pattern is seen often in people with chronic stress levels…
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