Here’s your Wednesday Weekly Roundup of Thyroid News from Thyroid Mom for March 4, 2015. These are articles, abstracts or blog posts that either appeared in the news this week or things that I found this week that I wanted to share with you relating to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Happy Reading! General Thyroid Related Articles (Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Cancer) Water Fluoridation and Hypothyroidism: Research Exposes How Water is Making us Depressed, Sick Endocrine Societies at Odds Over Advice on T3 for Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism and Brain Development Players Signs That You Are Allergic to Gluten in Food Sofia Vergara Opens Up About Living with … [Read more...]
Vitamin D and Your Thyroid
I took this picture of turtles sunning themselves last summer. Not sure if you can see it very well, but there's one little turtle who crawled up onto a buddy's back. It reminds me of my youngest son, who is always climbing on someone or something. I so wish I was outside sunning like that right now. But, alas, it's winter, and most of us are spending our days inside. Winter is when Vitamin D levels are typically at their lowest. The Importance of Vitamin D I was sitting in a waiting room somewhere recently and I stumbled across an issue of the magazine, Natural Awakenings, and found a very interesting article about Vitamin D by Lisa Hogan, M.D. In the article, entitled "Vitamin D: A Very Important Hormone", Dr. Hogan discusses just … [Read more...]
Wednesday Weekly Roundup-Thyroid News-2.11.15
Here’s your Wednesday Weekly Roundup of Thyroid News from Thyroid Mom for February 11, 2015. These are articles, abstracts or blog posts that either appeared in the news this week or things that I found this week that I wanted to share with you relating to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Happy Reading! General Thyroid Related Articles (Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Cancer) What's Wrong with Me? Sleepy, Stressed, or Sick? Hypothyroidism Risk Rises with Declining Kidney Function Supplement for Hypothyroidism Developed in Iceland Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism: What Are Their Differences? Do You Need to Tame Your Thyroid? When the Thyroid Gland is … [Read more...]
How Do You Stay Hydrated in the Winter?
Did you know that you can become dehydrated in the winter just as easily as you can in the summer? It's true and the symptoms of dehydration are the same whether it's winter or summer. Even if you aren't sweating, you lose water vapor through your breath. I know that my kids and I have been feeling particularly parched lately and have dry, itchy skin. Hydration is important to adults and children with hypothyroidism. Many people with hypothyroidism complain of having dry skin, nails and hair, being constipated, and experience weight gain. Staying well hydrated can help with all of those things! While water is the best way to re-hydrate yourself, sometimes I want something different. Eating lots of fresh fruits (like watermelon) and … [Read more...]
Wednesday Weekly Roundup-Thyroid News-2.4.15
Here’s your Wednesday Weekly Roundup of Thyroid News from Thyroid Mom for February 4, 2015. These are articles, abstracts or blog posts that either appeared in the news this week or things that I found this week that I wanted to share with you relating to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Happy Reading! General Thyroid Related Articles (Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Cancer) Let's Cool It in the Bedroom (you'll want to read this - one easy change to make to help you lose weight) Toxins That Could Harm Your Thyroid Nutritional Support for Low Thyroid Function Fit & Proper: Is Stress Affecting Your Thyroid You Asked: Why Am I Cold All the Time? How Much … [Read more...]
7 Lessons Chronic Illness Has Taught Me: A Retrospective Look at Hypothyroidism
Drum roll, please!! I am thrilled to share this Guest Blog Post by Sarah Downing with you. Sarah is a thyroid advocate and creator of the blog, Butterflies & Phoenixes, and is also the Blog Editor for ThyroidChange. She has great advice for those of us battling chronic illnesses. Treat yourself with patience and kindness. Whilst you probably wish you could get well overnight, in reality it may take months and sometimes years to experience “normalcy” again. Consider just how long it took you to get sick in the first place. This is a daunting thought, so take it one day at a time and celebrate each stepping stone of progress. Be kind to yourself on the days you are filled with frustration and despair because your mental outlook does … [Read more...]
Wednesday Weekly Roundup-Thyroid News-1.14.15
Here’s your Wednesday Weekly Roundup of Thyroid News from Thyroid Mom for January 14, 2015. These are articles, abstracts or blog posts that either appeared in the news this week or things that I found this week that I wanted to share with you relating to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Happy Reading! General Thyroid Related Articles (Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Cancer) Research Findings May Lead to New Treatment for Hypothyroidism SLR Diagnostics Recommends Cold Weather Survival Tips From Thyroid January is Thyroid Awareness Month 5 Facts About Your Thyroid There is Substantial Overlap Between the Symptoms of Patients with Hypothyroidism and Those with … [Read more...]
Hypothyroidism in Children: Not So Rare After All!
I don't believe that there are coincidences. I believe that things happen for a reason. One of the best parts of having a website and blogging about thyroid disorders is that I have met some incredible people along the way. One of those people is Dawn. I don't think it was a coincidence that we "met" online. Her story is similar to mine in that she also has an entire family with thyroid disorders. As you will see, hypothyroidism in children is not as rare as you think. I am honored that she is willing to share her story here at Thyroid Mom. I hope you enjoy learning about her and from her. My name is Dawn. I’m a wife, mother, college student, housewife, and I sell jewelry in an online store. I also have Hashimoto’s. People are … [Read more...]
Rise and Thrive!
So, it's that time of the year where we focus on new beginnings and starting over. I used to write new year's resolutions. I have kept some and totally missed the boat on others. A friend of mine, Sunny Schlenger, suggested new year's intentions. Sunny is a professional organizer, flow coach and author. I know that it's no coincidence that our lives crossed paths. In her article, Intentions vs. Resolutions, Sunny states that "intentions are desires that start at the feeling level." She goes on to say: "They’re quests of our higher self that want to see us be happy, healthy and successful at the things we have a desire to do." I love making lists, setting goals, etc. I have always felt sad, though, when I didn't succeed with … [Read more...]
Wednesday Weekly Roundup-Thyroid News-12.24.14
Here’s your Wednesday Weekly Roundup of Thyroid News from Thyroid Mom for December 24, 2014. These are articles, abstracts or blog posts that either appeared in the news this week or things that I found this week that I wanted to share with you relating to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Happy Reading! General Thyroid Related Articles (Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroidism, Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Cancer) 10 Things You Need to Know About Your Thyroid Thyroid Disorders and the Shocking Link to Heart Disease, Cancer, Obesity, and Diabetes Stubborn Thyroid Issues? Several Symptoms You Haven't Noticed 5 Ways Hypothyroidism Can Be Naturally Treated with Food News in 2014: A Roundup of Key … [Read more...]