Thyroid disorders impact how your body uses energy. The thyroid gland in your neck makes hormones that regulate your metabolism. When your thyroid makes too many or too few hormones, your body's processes can go haywire.
Hyperthyroidism happens when your thyroid is overactive and makes more thyroid hormone than your body needs. Common symptoms are unintended weight loss, rapid heartbeat, tremors, nervousness, and irritability. Graves' disease is the most common cause.
With hypothyroidism, your thyroid doesn't make enough hormones. You may feel fatigued, gain weight, or have muscle weakness. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the usual cause.
Both hyper and hypothyroidism are typically treated with synthetic thyroid medication to get hormone levels balanced again. But for some, lifestyle changes can help too. Reducing stress, getting good sleep, eating nutritious whole foods, and taking targeted thyroid supplements may provide extra support.
If you suspect a thyroid issue, get tested. Blood tests can check for high or low thyroid hormone levels. At Hormone Wellness Institute, our integrative doctors provide advanced thyroid testing to pinpoint the root cause. We create customized treatment plans that combine standard care with natural thyroid remedies as needed.
Our goal is to help you feel like yourself again. We take time to listen and educate so you understand your options. See how our holistic protocols can get your thyroid and metabolism back on track. Call for a consultation today!
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