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Thyroid
Thyroid hormone affects muscle metabolism, determines metabolic rate,
and energy utilization by tissue. If thyroid is low, you may not be able
to build muscle and may feel tired or sluggish. Decreased T3 production
may raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels. Research is pointing to
a link between fibromyalgia and hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormones decrease
cortisol, so make sure your cortisol level is within acceptable limits
prior to taking thyroid medication.
Hypothyroidism: Low Thyroid
There are many things to consider with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism.
If a patient is receiving estrogen supplementation, she should monitor
her levels, as a high estradiol or estriol level may decrease thyroid function.
Thyroid hormone directly interacts with cortisol, progesterone and the
estrogens,
therefore all levels must be monitored. The following are some
of the symptoms of hypothyroidism (low thyroid):
Depression
Weight gain
Constipation
Headache
Brittle nails
Rough, dry skin
Menstrual irregularities
Fluid retention
Poor circulation
Swollen eyelids
Puffy face
Swollen legs, feet, hands
Diffuse hair loss
Elbow keratosis |
Sparse, coarse, dry hair
Thinning scalp hair
Slow speech
Anxiety/panic attacks
Decreased memory
Inability to concentrate
Muscle and joint pain
General aches and pains Morning stiffness
Fibromyalgia
Slow movements
Decreased sexual interest
Cold intolerance
Cold hands and feet |
Low body temperature
Insomnia
Fatigue
Hoarse, husky voice
Low blood pressure
Reduced heart rate
Heart palpitations
Muscle weakness
Dull facial expression
Yellowish color of the skin
High cholesterol
Infertility
Drooping eyelids
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome |
Iodine and Iodide
Iodine and Iodide directly affect the body's ability to make thyroid
hormone. It is
best to supplement with both since different tissues concentrate
different forms of iodine. One third of the patients being treated for
hypothyroidism will need to
lower their dose of thyroid hormone once an
iodine deficiency is corrected.
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