I'm currently dealing with thyroid issues too, which appears to be genetic since many of my cousins have the exact same problem. I've been doing so much research and reading to learn and understand exactly what is wrong with my body and how to help it feel better without immediately having to resort to levothyroxine.
I implemented changes to my diet and lifestyle (autoimmune diet), started taking correct supplements that my body was seriously depleted on (after getting blood tests to make sure), and I feel so much better for the first time in 6 months!
I went to an endocrinologist anyway just to see if they had any other advice or protocol other than levothyroxine, but sad to say the doctor only offered levo and said, "There's nothing else that can help, your body will continue to destroy your thyroid, so whatever you're doing is useless." What a horrible experience! I was feeling better BECAUSE of the changes I made to my life, and yet the doctor blew it off because "only levothyroxine" is the answer. I don't doubt that levo can and does help a lot of people, especially those who have had their thyroids removed, but I wanted to at least try to understand my body, what it was telling me, and what I could do to help it heal.
Lesson of the story: doing your own research and reading gets you so much further than just relying on the industry to tell you "screw you, take this pill for the rest of your life."
Look for a naturopathic doctor. They believe in healing. At the very least, they can prescribe a natural thyroid, like Armour, while you work with them on healing. I’m have done this and slowly I’m needing less of the natural thyroid over time.
Genetic? Have you ever been vaccinated? Have you ever supplemented with iodine?
ALL processed breads/flours except King Arthur use Bromine which is an iodine inhibitor. Go figure. Bromine is in mt dew and many other products.
Your endocrinologist is a big fat liar shill for big pharma. Thyroid cancer is rare but lately doctors are saying, not so. Surgeons gonna surg… it’s their job. If you go to a surgeon that is what they will recommend.
Had thyroid issues- always used desiccated pig thyroid like Armour. Had chelation done, took iodine and selenium for years.
A few years ago I took dr Mercola’s molecular hydrogen a few times a week for a short while and haven’t taken’t meds since. But I still take ioderal several times a week. Haven’t had my levels checked in a while.
Ask yourself why thyroids are having problems at an epidemic level? We are being poisoned.
Yes it is genetic. Many family members, especially females on my father's side, have this same condition, and it generally affects women more than men. Men can carry the genetics but it doesn't usually manifest in them. However the foods that we typically eat here in the west does make it worse and leads to leaky gut and nutrient deficiencies, which is what made my symptoms worse.
I have supplemented with iodine and it ended up wreaking havoc on my body because I found out my iodine levels were normal and taking extra only worsens my condition. My condition isn't caused by low iodine, but rather leaky gut, extreme stress, and nutrient/vitamin deficiencies even though I was eating healthy every day, it still wasn't enough. Our foods, even the healthy ones, are so poor in nutrition it's a wonder this was the only issue I have.
I have the same issue as my family members but I have no proof it is genetic given we have had the same vaccines growing up and exposed to the same poisons. Leaky gut is related to glyphosate and gluten which is very much related to the thyroid. I recommend reading Dr Brownstein’s books. I have had the opportunity to be treated by a similar doctor as brownstein. Given the fact that your doctor didn’t connect the two- thyroid and leaky gut suggests you are getting typical low grade mainstream care. Also, if iodine didn’t work you might have hashimotos. Did your doctor test for that?
Yes, I do know I have Hashimoto's, I made sure to get my thyroid antibodies tested and they were really high. My TSH was high, while my T3/T4 were low. I know it's genetic on my father's side because many of my family members on that side have it, yet those on my mother's side don't. We've all likely had the same vaccines, however my own immediate family has had way less than my extended family, so I don't know if I can immediately contribute it to that. No doubt the vaccines don't help matters, though.
I've been reading up about Hashimoto's from Dr. Izabella Wentz's books, and they're a great resource! I've also heard good things about Dr. Brownstein's books too, but I'm going to finish Wentz's books first.
I'm on a leaky gut/autoimmune diet currently, feeling better for the first time in 6 months. I cut out gluten, grains, dairy, sugar, soy, caffeine, and alcohol. A lot of puffiness in my ankles and face is gone now, bloating gone, skin is getting better, etc. I still seem to be having a lot of hair fall though, but it appears this is caused by my really low iron levels. I've been taking iron supplements for a few months now but it will be a while until my numbers finally get in a decent range. I'm also taking a ridiculous amount of other supplements, since I was low on just about everything. Zinc, selenium, magnesium, calcium, D3, B-complex, NAC, inositol, and way more that I can't think of off the top of my head. I keep a list and schedule so I can always remember what to take and when.
I'm currently dealing with thyroid issues too, which appears to be genetic since many of my cousins have the exact same problem. I've been doing so much research and reading to learn and understand exactly what is wrong with my body and how to help it feel better without immediately having to resort to levothyroxine.
I implemented changes to my diet and lifestyle (autoimmune diet), started taking correct supplements that my body was seriously depleted on (after getting blood tests to make sure), and I feel so much better for the first time in 6 months!
I went to an endocrinologist anyway just to see if they had any other advice or protocol other than levothyroxine, but sad to say the doctor only offered levo and said, "There's nothing else that can help, your body will continue to destroy your thyroid, so whatever you're doing is useless." What a horrible experience! I was feeling better BECAUSE of the changes I made to my life, and yet the doctor blew it off because "only levothyroxine" is the answer. I don't doubt that levo can and does help a lot of people, especially those who have had their thyroids removed, but I wanted to at least try to understand my body, what it was telling me, and what I could do to help it heal.
Lesson of the story: doing your own research and reading gets you so much further than just relying on the industry to tell you "screw you, take this pill for the rest of your life."
Look for a naturopathic doctor. They believe in healing. At the very least, they can prescribe a natural thyroid, like Armour, while you work with them on healing. I’m have done this and slowly I’m needing less of the natural thyroid over time.
I've been trying to find one, they seem to be scarce where I'm at. Regular doctors are only glorified pharmacists at this point.
Genetic? Have you ever been vaccinated? Have you ever supplemented with iodine? ALL processed breads/flours except King Arthur use Bromine which is an iodine inhibitor. Go figure. Bromine is in mt dew and many other products. Your endocrinologist is a big fat liar shill for big pharma. Thyroid cancer is rare but lately doctors are saying, not so. Surgeons gonna surg… it’s their job. If you go to a surgeon that is what they will recommend. Had thyroid issues- always used desiccated pig thyroid like Armour. Had chelation done, took iodine and selenium for years. A few years ago I took dr Mercola’s molecular hydrogen a few times a week for a short while and haven’t taken’t meds since. But I still take ioderal several times a week. Haven’t had my levels checked in a while. Ask yourself why thyroids are having problems at an epidemic level? We are being poisoned.
Yes it is genetic. Many family members, especially females on my father's side, have this same condition, and it generally affects women more than men. Men can carry the genetics but it doesn't usually manifest in them. However the foods that we typically eat here in the west does make it worse and leads to leaky gut and nutrient deficiencies, which is what made my symptoms worse.
I have supplemented with iodine and it ended up wreaking havoc on my body because I found out my iodine levels were normal and taking extra only worsens my condition. My condition isn't caused by low iodine, but rather leaky gut, extreme stress, and nutrient/vitamin deficiencies even though I was eating healthy every day, it still wasn't enough. Our foods, even the healthy ones, are so poor in nutrition it's a wonder this was the only issue I have.
I have the same issue as my family members but I have no proof it is genetic given we have had the same vaccines growing up and exposed to the same poisons. Leaky gut is related to glyphosate and gluten which is very much related to the thyroid. I recommend reading Dr Brownstein’s books. I have had the opportunity to be treated by a similar doctor as brownstein. Given the fact that your doctor didn’t connect the two- thyroid and leaky gut suggests you are getting typical low grade mainstream care. Also, if iodine didn’t work you might have hashimotos. Did your doctor test for that?
Yes, I do know I have Hashimoto's, I made sure to get my thyroid antibodies tested and they were really high. My TSH was high, while my T3/T4 were low. I know it's genetic on my father's side because many of my family members on that side have it, yet those on my mother's side don't. We've all likely had the same vaccines, however my own immediate family has had way less than my extended family, so I don't know if I can immediately contribute it to that. No doubt the vaccines don't help matters, though.
I've been reading up about Hashimoto's from Dr. Izabella Wentz's books, and they're a great resource! I've also heard good things about Dr. Brownstein's books too, but I'm going to finish Wentz's books first.
I'm on a leaky gut/autoimmune diet currently, feeling better for the first time in 6 months. I cut out gluten, grains, dairy, sugar, soy, caffeine, and alcohol. A lot of puffiness in my ankles and face is gone now, bloating gone, skin is getting better, etc. I still seem to be having a lot of hair fall though, but it appears this is caused by my really low iron levels. I've been taking iron supplements for a few months now but it will be a while until my numbers finally get in a decent range. I'm also taking a ridiculous amount of other supplements, since I was low on just about everything. Zinc, selenium, magnesium, calcium, D3, B-complex, NAC, inositol, and way more that I can't think of off the top of my head. I keep a list and schedule so I can always remember what to take and when.
Red Light Therapy...look for the interview done by Nino Rodriguez two days ago...
Curious - did either of you ever take allergy shots?
No, never.
Check out Eric Berg on youtube, he has lots on this.