Posts tagged hypothyroidism
Understanding the link between your thyroid and fertility

Many people overlook the link between their thyroid and fertility. Low thyroid (hypothyroidism) dysfunction can disrupt the menstrual cycle and egg development, which impacts fertility and pregnancy. There is also a higher prevalence of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (HT) in those with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis, which can all impact fertility. Let's take a deeper look at what's happening and what you can do.

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Hypothyroidism & mental health – how it can affect you

Have you noticed that your mental health isn’t quite right since your hypothyroid diagnosis? Or perhaps it was one of the first indicators that led to you seeking medical advice?

An underactive thyroid gland is not just about weight gain or fatigue. It has some very real impacts on your mental wellbeing. So if you’ve been diagnosed as hypothyroid, you need to know how it can affect your mental health.

Let’s take a closer look at the link between an underactive thyroid and mental health concerns.

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How to manage hypothyroidism in children naturally

Has your child been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid gland? Although we think of this as an adult condition, children can also develop hypothyroidism.

Any thyroid condition in a child needs to be taken seriously, as it can affect their growth & development. So you need to work closely with your child’s specialists to minimise the effects of the condition.

But at the same time, there are also ways you can support their thyroid naturally at home.

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Still have symptoms when on thyroxine? Here is why

When your doctor prescribes you thyroxine, you’re hopeful that your symptoms will vanish within weeks. But sometimes, this isn’t the case. Or perhaps it does help for a few months or a few years, only for your symptoms to return.

Why does this happen? There are 4 major reasons why you could be experiencing thyroid-related symptoms even when taking thyroxine. Let’s take a closer look at each.

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Perimenopause triggering your thyroid issues? Here's why

Did you know that perimenopause is one of the most common triggers for thyroid issues in women? The thyroid is incredibly sensitive to shifts in hormones. But perimenopause can be a perfect storm for causing thyroid issues - let’s have a closer look at why.

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