Have you ever given it a thought that there might be a connection between your IBS and your thyroid? It doesn’t seem like this could be possible but it is and knowing that there is a connection can go a long way to curing the problem! IBS and hyperthyroidism – the connection between the two […]
With so much misleading information about irritable bowel syndromeon the internet, it is difficult to know whether what you are reading is the truth or not. If you feel that you show the systems of suffering from irritable bowel syndrome it is advisable to get the advice of a medical practitioner. Conventional medication may help alleviate irritable bowel syndrome but […]
A person suffering from autoimmune disease invariably has gut issues. The more severe the autoimmune disease the more severe the gut issues. In a self-perpetuating vicious cycle leaky gut flares up autoimmune conditions, which in turn further damages the gut lining. The autoimmune gut repair diet The goal of this program is remove immune system triggers from your diet that promote […]
Do you meet the criteria for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and can’t find relief? Do you look pregnant thanks to a bloated belly? Are chronic diarrhea or constipation your constant companions? If so, you may be a victim of stubborn gut bacteria, also known as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). SIBO can worsen Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism […]
Acupuncture has been shown to be effective for the treatment of nausea and vomiting in adults following surgery or taking chemotherapy and post-operative dental pain. Acupuncture may be effective in treating a number of other conditions. More research is needed to define more precisely the role of acupuncture in health care. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is a component of the health care system of China that […]
Leaky gut is a condition affecting the lining of the intestines, creating a dysfunctional environment for proper digestion. It is also called “increased intestinal permeability”, because with leaky gut, the intestines lose some of their ability to filter nutrients and other substances. When this happens, particles of incompletely digested foods, bacteria, other waste by-products may leak through […]
The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is unknown, but most experts think that it’s related to problems with digestion and increased sensitivity of the gut. Many causes have been suggested – including inflammation, infections and certain diets – but none have been proven to directly lead to IBS. PROBLEMS WITH DIGESTION Your body usually moves food through your digestive system by squeezing and relaxing the […]
Your thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck below your Adam’s apple, is your chief gland of energy and metabolism and is a like a master lever that fires up the genes that keep cells doing their jobs. You can think of the thyroid as a fundamental mechanism in a complex machine, as every cell […]
Most thyroid disease seen in adults also occur in children. Although there are some differences in management, the principles remain the same. It is very important to explain to the child, depending on their level of understanding, where the thyroid is and what it does. A good way to describe the shape of the thyroid […]
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism (having too low levels of thyroid hormones) in the United States. The condition was named after Dr. Hakaru Hashimoto, the doctor who described it in 1912. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is caused by an auto-immune process that causes inflammation of the thyroid gland. Symptoms and signs of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis resemble those of hypothyroidism generally and are often subtle. They are […]