This book, released recently, has been highly anticipated and celebrated in the thyroid world. “Rethinking Hypothyroidism: Why Treatment Must Change and What Patients Can Do” looks to address why the standard treatment for hypothyroidism, T4-only synthetics, is letting many thyroid…
Originally published on 17th February 2016 Last updated on 18th December 2023 “Adrenal fatigue” is a term we hear a lot in the thyroid community. This well spoken of condition concerning the adrenal glands has been debunked by the mainstream…
Originally published on 11th March 2016 Last updated on 24th November 2023 As a thyroid patient, the below blood tests are recommended to get the full picture of what’s going on. If you still have symptoms, despite being on thyroid medication,…
Originally published on 21st November 2017 Last updated on 24th November 2023 Having a thyroid patient on your gift shopping list can seem daunting, especially if they follow specific diets or avoid certain chemicals, to help manage their condition/s. So…
Originally published on 26th November 2019 Last updated on 24th November 2023 This time of year is known for being fun, enjoyable, a great opportunity to catch up with friends and family, and take a break from work. However,…
Originally published on 1st June 2016 Last updated on 20th November 2023 Do you have a scalloped tongue? Do you also have hypothyroidism? If you’ve answered yes to both, then you may not be aware of the connection between…
Originally published on 24th April 2018 Last updated on 26th October 2023 I’ve been very open about my experiences with acne, over the years. As a teenager, acne began but it wasn’t an alarming amount. It wasn’t until I decided…
I received an email saying: “Do you have any articles on advice and experiences around dating? I know it’s been hard for me to in the dating world. Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s has definitely affected my dating life and finding any…
Originally published on 25th Apri1 2017 Last updated on 2nd August 2023 Thyroid function and fertility are closely linked. Abnormal thyroid levels in women can lead to miscarriage, pre-eclampsia, anaemia, stillbirth and, in pregnancy, the baby being born with congenital…
Knowing how best to support someone with hypothyroidism (also sometimes called an underactive thyroid) can feel difficult. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about what your loved one’s diagnosis of hypothyroidism means, how it affects them and how you can help to…
