Source: The Importance of Iodine for a Healthy Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Iodine is an essential nutrient, meaning that the human body requires it for many essential functions but cannot synthesize it on its own. Without enough iodine, the thyroid gland cannot produce the thyroid hormones that regulate growth, metabolism and other important processes in the body. … Continue reading The Importance of Iodine for a Healthy Thyroid
Iodine, Metabolism and Oxygen
Though doctors and people do not normally associate iodine with oxygen, we have to see that iodine-carrying thyroid hormones are essential for oxygen-based metabolism. First increases of iodine and thyroid hormones increase red blood cell mass and increase the oxygen disassociation from hemoglobin.[1] Thyroid hormones have a significant influence on erythropoiesis, which is the process … Continue reading Iodine, Metabolism and Oxygen
Main Reasons Iodine Supplementation is Essential
We knew a hundred years ago that we needed more iodine and governments started putting a tiny bit in table salt. It was not enough and after the nuclear accident at Fukushima, we need more because of the radioactive iodine released into the environment. Humans in the 21st Century have an absolute need for iodine … Continue reading Main Reasons Iodine Supplementation is Essential
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
6 Toxins that Destroy Your Thyroid
Source: 6 Toxins that Destroy Your Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Some people believe that the thyroid is the “heart” of the endocrine system. As one of the largest endocrine glands, it plays an important role in maintaining energy levels and secreting hormones—among other things. When the thyroid’s working properly, it’s business as usual. Unfortunately, nasty chemicals … Continue reading 6 Toxins that Destroy Your Thyroid
Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid
Source: Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Thyroid hormones are chemical substances, made in and secreted by the thyroid gland. They are essential for normal metabolism and development. There are three types of thyroid hormones—thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin. What Is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland … Continue reading Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid
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