Are you struggling with typical thyroid symptoms? Are your thyroid levels normal yet you still have ongoing symptoms and you know something isn't right? It is estimated that 13 million cases of thyroid dysfunction go undiagnosed each year. Inadequate blood testing is one of the big reasons why. Conventional medicine often only checks TSH levels which is just part of the picture. There are many reasons the thyroid gland may not be functioning properly and simply giving hormone replacement does not always address the problem.
Healthy thyroid function is essential and affects the body in many ways including:
* Gastrointestinal function-chronic constipation is common for those with an underactive thyroid.
* Fat burning-one of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism is the inability to lose weight even when calorie intake is low and people are exercising. Hypothyroidism slows down the body's metabolism and makes it very difficult to lose weight.
* Cholesterol levels-when the thyroid is functioning below normal, fat is being made more quickly than it can be burned. As a result cholesterol and triglyceride levels often increase. Hypothyroidism causes the liver and gallbladder to become sluggish and fat is not easily metabolized and cleared from the body.
* Insulin and glucose metabolism-those with low thyroid function absorb glucose slowly and their cells don't use it efficiently. Often those with hypothyroidism will have hypoglycemia and symptoms of a fuzzy or foggy brain and poor memory.
Crossroads To Health will address your thyroid problem by the following:
* Educate you on proper testing to be run besides TSH levels
* Analyze your blood work with functional reference ranges (current lab ranges are too wide and as a result many fall into the normal range but still have many symptoms)
* Assisting you with underlying causes of why your thyroid is not working properly in the first place
* Educate you on the best foods and supplements you should be giving your body
* Helping you learn new lifestyle habits that will assist you in the long run
There often is a better way to address thyroid problems. If you're struggling and looking for answers contact me at 978-551-1321 and start on the path to better thyroid health and better overall health.