Did you know there are currently only two known hormones that every cell in the body communicates with? These two hormones are Vitamin D and Thyroid Hormone. Much attention has been given to Vitamin D; however, the treatment of thyroid disorders, particularly hypothyroidism (low thyroid), has been drastically neglected by both the medical and the alternative healthcare communities.
Hypothyroidism or low thyroid function is characterized by a wide variety of symptoms. Poor memory, depression, loss of alertness, muscle weakness, lethargy and constipation can be some of the more common findings.
Approximately 90 percent of hypothyroid cases are due to an autoimmune condition called Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. In Hashimoto’s, the body’s own immune system attacks the thyroid gland. There are many causes that trigger the immune system to attack the gland.
Medical and alternative healthcare treatments to date have grossly under served hypothyroid patients. Medical treatment involves supplementing the patient with thyroid hormones. This approach works well to ease symptoms and avoid further damage to the body from low thyroid hormone levels. It does not address the underlying autoimmune causes and triggers, however. The autoimmune attack on the thyroid continues.
Many alternative practitioners have simplified treatment to taking general supplements for thyroid support. Many of these are not well researched and prove to be ineffective. Unfortunately some can even drive further damage. Iodine, for instance, has been shown to worsen Hashimoto’s patients.
It is important to address the underlying triggers of this autoimmune attack. There are options for patients who are not happy with the results they are experiencing. If you have a hypothyroid issue or suspect one, call AWC for a free consult. We’ll work with you to address the underlying triggers and arrest the condition before it gets worse!
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Much of the cutting-edge research in this field is being done by a chiropractor named Dr. Datis Kharrazian. He has a great book that explains these concepts called, “Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms When My Lab Tests Are Normal?” If you suspect a thyroid condition, pick it up! Copies are available online or at AWC.
