Millions of people today are being adversely affected by thyroid imbalance. Do not let your thyroid problems snatch your mental peace away leading to some other additional traumatic situation.
The thyroid is a gland which is located in the front portion of the neck. The hormones that are secreted by this gland are responsible for controlling many important functions of the body. A range of factors can affect the production of thyroid hormone which in turn is responsible for controlling the metabolism of the body. The entire functioning of the body gets affected in an adverse manner with the improper functioning of the thyroid gland.
When malfunctioning goes unnoticed
Women tend to be more affected by thyroid problems and especially during the years when the body prepares to move into the menopause state and the body in some cases faces problems with stable secretion of the hormones. Worst scenario lies in the fact that more than 50% of the people affected by thyroid problems are completely ignorant about it.
Whether thyroid hormone gets secreted in excess or in deficit amounts, it causes problems in the proper functioning of the body as a whole.
Symptoms associated with Hypothyroidism:
- Fatigue
- Hypersensitivity to cold
- Prolonged dry skin
- Weight gain
- Puffy face
- Memory issues
- Muscle weakness or low muscle tone
- Persistent jaundice (yellowing of eyes or skin)
- Missing periods but not pregnant
- Hoarseness of voice
Symptoms associated with Hyperthyroidism:
- Sudden and unexplained weight loss
- Irritability, anxiety, or nervousness
- Increased sweating
- Rapid heartbeat
- Tremors in the fingers and hands
- Thinning skin
- Trouble sleeping
- Growing heat sensitivity
- Fine or brittle hair
- Feeling tired all the time
The different thyroid hormones, the levels of which determine the occurrence of thyroid imbalance are as follows
TSH
Thyroid stimulating hormone which is released by the pituitary gland is responsible for stimulating the thyroid gland to produce the hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
Free T4 – Thyroxine
It is one of the major hormones that is released by the thyroid gland and is released into the bloodstream where it works with T3 or triiodothyronine and is together known as the ‘thyroid hormone’.
Total T4 – Thyroxine
This is inclusive of both the free and the protein-bound T4. It acts as an indicator of the ability of the thyroid gland to synthesise, process and release T4 into the bloodstream.
Free T3 – Triiodothyronine
T3 happens to be the active thyroid hormone and together with T4 it regulates the metabolic rate of the body and also performs other functions.
TPOab – Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies
Thyroid peroxidase is an enzyme that impacts hormone production from the thyroid gland. It helps in the production of T3 and T4 hormones. Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies acts on thyroid peroxidase and prevents further thyroid hormone production.
Tgbn – Thyroglobulin
Thyroglobulin is rich in amino acid tyrosine. With poor intake of iodine, there is accumulation of thyroglobulin and this implies the thyroid gland is not functioning properly.
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- Recommended for Practitioners:
- Webinar: A Patient Centered Approach to Hashimoto’s
- Datasheet: Thyroid Profiles
- Blog: Protect Your Thyroid Health
Thyroid Testing Options
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Blood Spot Test Kit Includes:
Wellness Metrics Profile for an overall hormonal and metabolic health screening.
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Blood Spot + Dried Urine Test Kit Includes:
Fitness Metrics Profile for those wanting to monitor fitness or weight loss goals