Thyroid, The Hormone Powerhouse

“A Hormone Powerhouse”

One of your largest endocrine glands and plays a part in every function of the body.

Thyroid come from the Greek word for “shield-shaped” because it resembles a shield.

Metabolism

Body temperature

Heart rate

Ovulation

Protein synthesis

Skin health

Hair growth

Approximately 59 million Americans have a Thyroid problem!

• Toxic environments

• Hormone imbalances

• Chronic stress

• Frequent antibiotic therapy

• Genetic disorders

• Radiation

• Smoking

• Tumors

Hyperthyroidism - occurs when your thyroid levels are too high. Much less common than hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism – occurs when your thyroid levels are too low. 17% - 40% of the population suffers from an underactive thyroid whether or not they’re aware of it.

Grogginess

Heart palpitations

High blood pressure

Anxiety

Weight loss

An intolerance to heat

Diarrhea

Excess sweating

Bone growth

Protruding eyes

Kale

Cabbage

Spinach

Mustard greens

Brussel sprouts

Peaches

Pears

Turnips

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Soy

Flouride

Hair loss

Cold hands and feet

Depression

Weight gain

Dry skin

Headaches

Fatigue

Lower-than-average body temperature

High cholesterol

Constipation

Brittle hair

Seafood

Watercress

Radishes

Garlic

Seaweed

Egg yolks

Yogurt

Cottage cheese

Wheat germ

Mushrooms

Poultry or beef

Watermelon

• Obesity

• Heart disease

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Hair Loss

• Sexual dysfunction

• Infertility

Don’t let thyroid issues go undiagnosed!

http://denverhormonehealth.com/hormones/thyroid/