According to the American Heart Association (AHA), death from cardiovascular disease could be reduced by 1.2 million people over the next decade if Americans limited their sodium intake to just 1,500 milligrams. Dieticians and health experts are quick to recommend a low sodium diet. Doctors often say that salt intake is a leading cause of … Continue reading Are low salt diets doing more harm than good?
The healing protein: Addressing thyroid problems with collagen
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. It’s one of the building blocks of the skin, bones and muscles and supports the structure of the organs and arteries. Best known for its skincare and fitness benefits, collagen may also help treat thyroid problems. Collagen for thyroid problems The thyroid gland is a small organ that regulates metabolism — … Continue reading The healing protein: Addressing thyroid problems with collagen
Iodine and Immune System Strength
The body’s ability to resist infection and disease is hindered by long-term deficiency in essential vitamins and minerals. Importantly poor immune response is correlated with impaired thyroid function; a deficiency in iodine can greatly affect the immune system because low levels of iodine lead to problems with the thyroid gland. In sufficient amounts iodine can not only … Continue reading Iodine and Immune System Strength
Cold to the touch: 8 Causes of cold fingers
The first part of the body to feel cold, especially when you venture out on a chilly day, are your fingers. This is a normal occurrence: To protect itself from freezing, the body adapts to keep vital organs as warm as possible. To do this, it instinctively brings warm blood from the extremities and draws it … Continue reading Cold to the touch: 8 Causes of cold fingers
Ashwagandha: Discover the health benefits of this popular ancient adaptogen
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, a class of medicinal herbs prescribed to alleviate stress and fatigue. Also called Indian ginseng, it has recently gained immense popularity as a health supplement that helps people deal with chronic stress. Adaptogens restore and promote balance. These nonspecific herbal remedies respond to the body’s needs. If the user feels nervous, adaptogens will exert a … Continue reading Ashwagandha: Discover the health benefits of this popular ancient adaptogen
Acupressure therapy can be used to restore hormonal balance; here are some acupressure points to try
In your neck is a small butterfly-shaped gland that regulates your hormones and controls the metabolic processes of your body. This organ is your thyroid gland, and it normally produces just the right amount of your hormones to keep your body functioning properly. If your thyroid gland produces too little or too many hormones, you … Continue reading Acupressure therapy can be used to restore hormonal balance; here are some acupressure points to try
The Role of Vitamin B-12 in Thyroid Health
Source: The Role of Vitamin B-12 in Thyroid Health by Dr. Edward Group Your personal wellness and the efficiency at which your body operates is a direct result of the quality and completeness of the nutrients you consume. Complete nutrition promotes complete wellness, nutritional deficiencies result in wellness deficiencies. Energy levels and metabolism are some of … Continue reading The Role of Vitamin B-12 in Thyroid Health
The 5 Most Common Thyroid Disorders
Source: The 5 Most Common Thyroid Disorders by Dr. Edward Group Thyroid disorders affect upwards of 20 million Americans and 80% of incidences affect women. In fact, 1 in 8 women will experience some type of thyroid disorder in their lives.[1] Regardless, thyroid health is an issue of importance for both men and women. Your thyroid … Continue reading The 5 Most Common Thyroid Disorders
Threats to Your Thyroid Function
Source: Threats to Your Thyroid Function by Dr. Edward Group Located just below the voice box, the thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system and has a significant influence on many of the body’s most essential processes. Regulation of growth, body temperature, metabolism, and physical development are all driven by the thyroid gland.[1] Normal thyroid function … Continue reading Threats to Your Thyroid Function
20 Health Conditions That Mimic ADHD
Source: 20 Health Conditions That Mimic ADHD by Dr. Edward Group ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactive disorder, is diagnosed through mere observation of symptoms and not by any sort of scientific testing. There are no brain scans, blood tests, or biological readings to determine the presence of ADHD, just a myriad of behavioral and psychological symptoms. [1] Although … Continue reading 20 Health Conditions That Mimic ADHD
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 