Thyroid Health

FINDING OUT MORE ABOUT HASHIMOTO’S THYROIDITIS

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 […]

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TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO MANAGE HASHIMOTO’S

Hashimoto’s is a common autoimmune disease. It is a thyroid disorder and an autoimmune disease. The autoimmune part of the equation makes virtually everything a challenge and this is particularly true when it comes to trying to figure out what to eat. One of the absolute truths about Hashimoto’s is that no two people have the same version […]

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THE SIMILARITIES BETWEEN HASHIMOTO’S AND GRAVES DISEASE

What is Graves’ disease? First described by Sir Robert Graves in the early 19th century, Graves’ disease is one of the most common of all thyroid problems. It is also the leading cause of hyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones. Understanding Graves’ Disease. Find out more about Graves’ disease: Basics Symptoms Diagnosis and Treatment Once the […]

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