Thyroid Dysfunction in Perimenopause Did you know that the incidence of thyroid dysfunction increases in the menopause transition? At this time in a woman’s life, the secretion and metabolism of thyroid hormones changes. This increases her risk of a thyroid condition. Thyroid hormones are intimately related to our other sex hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone. […]
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Wondering About Your Thyroid Status? Here are 3 Important Considerations…
Wondering About Your Thyroid Status? Here are 3 Important Considerations… Your thyroid hormone is the main metabolism hormone in your body. Interacting on the cellular level with all cells in the body, it’s responsible for regulating body systems like temperature, growth and development of tissues as well as ensuring adequate functioning of all the […]
6 Essential Lab Tests You Need This Year but Probably Didn’t Get
6 Essential Lab Tests You Need This Year but Probably Didn’t Get How many times have you heard this, “all your labs look normal”? Maybe you’ve been told your bloodwork is normal, despite your complaints that something is wrong. The problem isn’t you, the problem is that you’re not getting the right tests […]
The Birds and the Bees and the Thyroid Disease
Low Libido and Thyroid Dysfunction We all know that thyroid disfunction can cause a whole host of problems. You may have heard of: Fatigue Weight gain Weight loss Hair loss Dry skin The list goes ON. But have you ever heard of thyroid disease causing low libido (low sex drive)? Probably not. I think there […]