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General Feedback
Posted by Loren (Brooklyn, Ny) on 06/12/2011
Hey EC: I have a quick question for anyone with an answer. In my quest for a healthier lifestyle since being diagonosed as hypothyroid, I started a morning smoothie made with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, wheatgerm, a few brazil nuts and a splash of milk. A day or so after drinking this smoothie, I noticed that I kinda feel wired and struggle to sleep in the night. I am tired but I just cannot sleep. Also, I developed a constant headache. Any idea whats going on? I love this smoothie and don't want to stop drinking it because of these problems. Help please someone!!!! Thank you guys.
General Feedback
Posted by Carly (Seattle , Wa - Usa) on 06/12/2011
Hi Loren...
It sounds like a herxheimer or detox reaction to me. You may have taken too much of a good thing too fast, and your body couldn't keep up with it. You miight want to cut back a bit on how much you drink at a time, and work up to it more slowly.
Just a thought... But any time I do anything new, if I try too much too fast I get ill. I know that it is sometimes hard to start of slow, because we want to feel better FAST... but it is really worth it to allow our bodies the time to adjust to the new thing we are ingesting (mo).
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Loveysiera (Hayfork, Ca, U.s) on 04/28/2011
Hello Everyone,
I was wondering if anyone has had the same issues I'm dealing with being Hypothryoid.
I had RAI done in 2009 for being Hyperthyroid, consequently I became Hypo due to this procedure I'm taking 137mg of Synthroid but find that I'm still dealing with the most troublesome issue of burning and watery eyes. I now have noticed that one of my eyelids is drooping a bit my Dr says my levels are fine with the Synthroid and that in time this should go away???? Has anyone had to deal with this before?
Any feedback would be so helpful, Thank you so much...
Siera
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Anita (Redmond, Wa) on 07/09/2011
I have hypothyrodism with a level of 4.8 and my doctor prescribed me synthroid of 50 mcg which I was afraid to take. I feel week, have brain fog at innumerable times during a day. I like to know if yoga or applying coconut oil will help me.
I am having 2 drops of iodide/iodine every day on emty stomach. Please help me as I don't want to take medication. Weight gain is there.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Jessica (Chicago, Il) on 10/03/2011
I was just told by a nutritionalist/naturopathic person that have definite adrenal fatigue and a thyroid issue, but haven't been to the doctor to figure out for sure. (No insurance) Well I took her advice with the iodine and I'm taking 4 dropper fulls and supposed to go up to 6 dropper fulls which is way over the direction doses on the packages..... And its working! In 48 hrs, the large lump in my throat that has been very uncomfortable (hard to swallow, restricts breathing) is gone or at least has shrunk enough to not notice it. I do know that with iodine supplementation you have to take Vitamin C and B's to carry it through for absorbtion in the body. Vitamin C has to be around 1500 mg and Extra B's. I was told not be scared of the high doses because you'll just pee them out within a few hours, but they are very important in absobing the nutrients. If anyone has any more knowledge they'd like to throw my way I'd love the feedback! Also how do you know if you are HYPO or HYPER thyroid? My symptoms are a mixture of both and a lot of adrenal. Which from my understanding adrenal & thryroid go hand in hand?
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Debbie (Melbourne, Australia ) on 10/04/2011
Jessica, when taking iodine and vitamin c ensure they are taken at different times of the day. If you have an iodine stain on clothes for instance putting vitamin c crystals on the stain will make it disappear.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Imcinnamon (Orlando, Fl) on 11/09/2011
Hypothyroid issue for yrs, now. Nothing was really making a difference. Bought colored Iodine in a bottle from the pharmacy and did a patch test. The orange color was completely gone in an hr. Taking Iodine and selenium now, and in 1 day that huge goiter was gone! Swallowing normally for 1st time in yrs, noticed feet and face are softer in a week, brain fog gone, and my hair loss is 90 % less, My joint pains are almost completely gone, they were so bad, there were times I had to crawl from the bed to the bathroom in the mornings. I just began middle age, so this was especially difficult. I will be adding b vit and A and C as well. Why didn't I find this info yrs ago? Dr. Jonathan v. Wright's site helped as well as this one and Dr. Mercola.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Joanna (Denver, Co) on 11/10/2011
Anita, when 1st diagnosed with hypothyroidism I was put on Synthroid but was constantly ill. After refusing to continue with Synthroid, I was prescribed Armour and I felt a difference immediately, and no longer felt ill. Personally, I refuse to use any synthetic (laboratory-made) thyroid products again (e.g. , Synthroid, Levothroid, levothyroxin, etc. On the other hand, Armour Desiccated Thyroid Hormone, Nathroid, Westhroid, and other brands derived from the thyroid gland of the pig, use natural glandular concentrates or extracts containing thyroid hormone. Now I order mine online, porcine thryoid health which is much like Armour if not the same, and am feeling really good. Armour Thyroid and other natural thyroid preparations contain natural thyroid hormone. Armour Thyroid and most natural thyroid preparations are made to standards approved by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), which helps assure that its potency is accurately stated on the label. They contain T4, T3, T2, and T1 and most closely resemble natural human thyroid hormone. At the proper dose, natural thyroid hormone works quite well and are preferred by nearly all "natural" or "alternative" physicians. Synthetics, on the other hand, consist solely of T4. They depend on the body to convert the T4 to T3 and the other metabolites.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Candyny (Cambria Heights, Ny, Usa) on 11/10/2011
Hi Imcinnamon,
I'd like to know what is your regimen/dosage amount for taking the iodine and selenium? How long was it before you started seeing results? Have you lost/gained any weight as well?
I am trying to locate a good practitioner in NYC to properly diagnose and treat me as I have over 90% of the symptoms for having an underactive thyroid in addition to an somewhat enlarged goiter. I am also looking to lose some weight as well.
I appreciate suggestions/input you have, thanks!
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Alindley (Middlefield, Ohio) on 09/13/2012
I have read these threads with interest because I have speculated I might have a thyroid issue because of my fatigue and inability to lose weight. I started taking 750 mg. of guggul extract along with 250 mg. of forskoli and in two days have noticed a drastic increase in energy. I reccommend only taking these supplements first thing in the morning. I used to be sluggish in the morning even after sleeping 7 hrs. But not anymore. For the women that got advice from her nutritionist that she might have adrenal fatigu and a thyroid issue.... If you noticed a lump in your neck then you most likely have hyperthyroidism which means your thyroid is already overactive and these supplements would not benefit you. There are herbal supplemetns you can research that heal the adrenal glands so I would suggest you start there and take a good multi-vitamin and eat nutritous foods. Goodluck!
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Dins (Kolkata, India) on 03/30/2013
Where do we get these items - EVCO, Apple Cider Vinegar etc. Are they at the grocers or medical shops?
EC: Some grocery stores sell both apple cider vinegar with the "mother" and virgin coconut oil. If you can't find there, try your local health food store.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Steve (San Antonio, Tx) on 03/30/2013
I started off getting them at GNC. Then I found a Whole Foods. It's hard finding Iodine though. Get that offline.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Kathy (the USA) on 03/31/2013
For the question of where to buy ACV with the mother and CO. I get mine at a large nationwide discount store, that does not require membership, at reasonable prices. I don't think I can give the name because I had another post removed due to mentioning it.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Trudyg (Waynesboro, Va) on 04/01/2013
Go to the vinegar section of the store--you will see several brands. Look for one that says "Raw" or "unpasteurized", it will usually also say 'with the mother'. For coconut oil, it's in the section with the oils. Make sure you get one that says virgin, cold-pressed. It will look like shortening because stores are usually cooler and it's solid at over 74 degrees. I avoid the one in the white plastic bottle-you can't see what you're getting.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Dancermk (Warren, Maine, 04864) on 12/13/2010
Hello :) I was diagnosed with Hypothyroid about 2 years ago, but my chiropractor actually warned me of the problem earlier than that. I am on Levothyroxin at 25 MCG's. I have done a lot of research on the condition and things that can help or harm the thyroid, information that my dr never told me. I really want to improve my thyroid as naturally as I can. I have read about coconut oil helping and also apple cider vinegar.
My question is, how much of both the coconut oil, and apple cider vinegar would you recommend I take and also how many times/day? I have been taking 3 tablespoons 3 times a day of the coconut oil. I also read about kelp as helping, but I am a newbie and I am just not sure what to do or how much of anything I should be taking to help. I am also trying to avoid soy(challenge! ) and gluten and any refined sugar... And I exercise everyday, trying to lose about 50 lbs, that I really think came on because of my thyroid. I would appreciate any help or thoughts. Thank you :)
Multiple Remedies
Posted by T (Austin, Tx, Usa) on 12/13/2010
I had the same issue as you mentioned. I do a combination of acupuncture and chinese herbs, along with chiropracter once monthly who suggested taking "CHIRO-ZYME T1 to T12 Rbs" (I take that one, three times daily with meals). I eat 2 tablespoons of Artisana Coconut Butter (not oil) fisr thing in the morning in addition to cooking with coconut oil. I completely eliminated soy products (despite being vegetarian). Found other sources of gluten free and soy free protein, in addition to cooking/eating at home. I also add to my diet daily Sea vegetables organic sold in plastic bags in the Asian aisles of most grocery stores. Dulse, seaweed and any other sea veg that has iodine content in it. Finally I replaced regular sea salt with 'Sea Seasonings Organic KELP Granules'. Found relief in approx 2 weeks of doing so. Once energy returned included daily exercise and am at a much better place. I was told by my chiropractor to NOT take traditional meds for this since it worsens the thyroid making it dependent on the meds for a very long time. Hope this helps!
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Posted by Rondamommie (Kansas City, Mo, Usa) on 04/04/2010
Has anyone heard of a natural way to remedy congenital hypothyroidism? Would it be relevant, the ways mentioned for those having hypothyroidism, the kind brought about by autoantibodies? Does it necessarily mean a person with congenital hypothyroidism has no thyroid gland at all or just a non-working one/system?
Thank you!
Hypothyroid Tests
Posted by Joyce (Joelton, Tn) on 03/11/2010 490 posts
Since so many questions have come in about figuring out what they have, thought this hypothyroid checklist might come in handy for EC.
http://thyroid.about.com/cs/basics_starthere/a/hypochecklist.htm
However, thinking along the lines that no one ever died from a deficiency of aspirin or any other drug, but they do die from a deficiency of necessary vitamins and minerals (which are usually secondary to our overfed and undernourished American diets). They might just find an answer to what ails them by looking up vitamin and mineral deficiency symptoms.
We were never told much of anything about causes of sluggish thyroids or heart arrhythmias in physiology ( and neither were your doctors) but I learned in a hurry from patients. When I had to cut a patients thyroid medication in half after putting her on Stress Tabs 4 x day, I pulled out my pharmacology book and read that a deficiency of B vitamins caused sluggish thyroid function. Another woman (in her 70's at the time) had her bijeminy heart rate revert to a normal rhythm with the Stress Tabs and throwing out the bleached flour and making her breads with whole grains. I remarked to a psychiatrist that the best nerve pills I knew of was a good stress tab at meal times and bedtime. Her reply was: "Ssh! You'll put us out of business.
Prescription Medications
Posted by Margaret (Carrot Creek, Alta) on 02/07/2010
Hypothyroid
I have been on Eltroxin for thyroid for a few years. Lately my heart started palpitations. Had a blood test done. It came back that my thyroid was underactive again. Dr. increases my meds from 50 to 100. Had another test done in two weeks and it came back normal. But I still have heart palpitations. How long does it take for the meds to settle my heart. Do you think I should try some virgin coconut oil or kelp supplements? Or would this give me more palpitations??
Prescription Medications
Posted by Jhopkins (Chapel Hill, Tn) on 02/08/2010
First research adrenal fatigue. Seems that adrenal is the primary cause of hypothyroidism (among other issues). If you start to treat your adrenals (primarily with eating foods to nurture it and supplements as well), then you will see improvement in your thyroid. Heart palpitations in my experience never seemed to have lasted long. That is a little concerning that you are having heart palpiations for so long. Ask your doctor to back off a level as your issue is really concerning you. or ask for a different brand. From what I understand Kelp and VCO are good places to start, but it gets confusing to me. Should I first look into healing the adrenals and then look into the thyroid...or does it all just fall in place?
Iodine, Selenium
Posted by Wusstambol (Tempe, Az, Usa) on 03/21/2010
Hi,
Your post is very very interesting to me.
Of most interest was the feet thing....around the time I got pregnant (a few months after being diagnosed with hypothyroidism) they started getting all thick skinned and very dry and cracked and rough.
I moved from Ireland to Arizona around that same time, so I attributed the foot issues to the dry weather here and the almost-constant sandal-wearing... Now I'm rethinking my previous assumption...and just to think about the possibility that it can all go away makes me feel happy. So thank you for that!
And that's just the foot thing!
I've been doing a lot of research recently and bought some selenium and magnesium yesterday, along with some ginseng to see if that helps at all in the meantime with the lack of energy. That's my main problem; I now have a very active 2-and-a-half year old son, and just can't keep up with him, let alone keep our house clean and make dinner, etc.
I had read some time ago that almost no one is deficient in Iodine in this country these days because of the amount of salt we eat; now I'm going to do the patch test and see for myself.
I'm excited to try all this, but am wondering, how soon can I expect to see results? Haha, I'm impatient...
Thanks for your time and for your experience!
Sarah
Iodine, Selenium
Posted by Imcinnamon (Daytona Beach, Fl) on 11/07/2011
Prescription Medications
Posted by Sharon (Springfield, Ma) on 01/11/2010
Taking supplements while on Synthroid
Hi, I am wondering if anybody has info on any issues of taking ACV or Turmeric while on Synthroid. I had my thyroid removed last year and wonder if it is OK to take these remedies or will it interfere with the meds.
Prescription Medications
Posted by Linda (York County, Maine) on 01/11/2010
Hi Sharon, I had my thyroid "fried" several years ago, started w/Synthroid, now take 200 mcg of Levothyroxine. I don't ingest ACV consistently. When I did take it for a period of time, I saw no effect toward my med....I took it in the evening so as not to disturb the absorption - you know how you should avoid dairy for so many hours within taking the med, etc. - I haven't found that any supplement I've ingested has affected the med, actually, and I've dabbled with St. John's Wort, Maca, Cellfood and have just started with 15 drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide in 6 ounces of water. I take colloidal silver on occasion or echinacea to ward off a cold; sometimes ingest a sublingual B complex which seems to help when the corners of my mouth are dry and cracked....listen to your body and just stop if it feels wrong. Good Luck to You!
Prescription Medications
Posted by Sara (The Beach, Canada) on 01/11/2010
i take both ACV or Turmeric while on Synthroid. my levels continue to test fine and i have been on this regimine for two years. hope this helps.
Maca
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 12/01/2009
Hi Lisa: I have to say I really do enjoy reading yr posts. Keep them coming!! I noticed you mentioned in
one of yr posts that Maca is really helpful to menopausal women especially. Do you think it can correct a hypothyroid condition with long term use? Ihave read many good reviews on this product and would love to try it. I was diagnosed with hypothyroid a few months ago and I am hoping Maca can help. Please advice. Thank you so much.
Maca
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 12/02/2009
Hi Lisa: Thanks for yr prompt response. I'll try the Maca, and let you know if it works. Also, I'll check out those
websites you mentioned. Thks again
Maca
Posted by Sonja (Toledo, Oh - Ohio) on 03/06/2012
★☆☆☆☆
I'm a certified Holistic Health Coach. I had previously used Maca when I was 40 because I was experiencing hormonal fluxuation. I wanted to mention that I had to stop because it was making me estrogen dominant. After stopping my estrogen dominant symptoms went away. I was hoping that it would have increased my progesterone.
Iodine, Dhea
Posted by Aileen (Prestwick, Scotland) on 11/30/2009
adrenal/hypothyroidism: I also tried iodine and dhea both gave me bad side-effects.
Iodine, Dhea
Posted by Mary (Regina, Saskchewan, Canada) on 02/26/2010
Dear Eileen:
It sounds like you had an experience like mine with the DHEA. I have a wonderful naturopath who has a relationship with a MD where we can obtain bloodwork. The reason I say this is that I have hypothyroidism and very low adrenal function. My naturopath put me on DHEA 25mg/day and I blew up like a pufferfish. I gained 10 lb in one month and it felt like my skin was stretching. We got new bloodwork only to discover I had elevated estrogen levels! I looked like a women on birthcontrol pills in the 50's. The DHEA caused this. unfortunaltely taking DHEA did not increase my DHEA levels in y body only my estrogen levels.
The iodine on the other hand is life itself. studies have shown that 10 drops of lugals solution is enough to prevent breast cancer. there is an e book out there called Iodine "secrets of the sea". It shows all the uses of Iodine that doctors pre 1946(a faulty bias study) used it for. It was even the agent that made bread fluffy. Now they use bromine,which is very harmful to us.
I wonder if it is the DHEA not the iodine that gave you side effects. Really the only side effects that could happen with too much iodine is hyperthyroid symptoms, them one could simply cut back.
For improving my thyroid the only thing that worked was T3 therapy. I take the iodine to relieve pain in my breast and to prevent breast cancer. It was certainly not enough to fix the hypothyroidism. As my temperature is comming up I can sleep again. Life is very rough for me when my thyroid is not functioning well. My naturopath is treating me for wilsons syndrome with the T3 and it is the only thing that has helped my thyroid. Trust me I have tried EVERYTHING else!
Hope this helps.
Hypothyroidism and Heredity
Posted by Diego (Albuquerque, New Mexico) on 11/25/2009
After reading about various "cures" and improvements of thyroid-related conditions through the use of various supplements, I'm left wondering if everyone can achieve these results. My mother had most of her thyroid removed as a teenager and has been on a synthetic replacement ever since. My brother and I have hypothyroidism as well. Can hereditary thyroid issues require someone to be on hormone replacement for life? Am I predisposed to an under-active thyroid gland no matter what supplements I use? Is it a waste of time for me to look for alternative cures?
Hypothyroidism and Heredity
Posted by Ellen (Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada) on 11/26/2009
You might try taking 1 tbspn of coconut oil 5-6 times a day. Try spreading it on toast with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Or cooking with it as long as you get the full amount for the day you should see some excellent progress. Also, the thyroid needs kelp because of the iodine content especially, but the iodine is best absorbed in a natural form such as kelp because it is bound with a balance of many other minerals. This will help heal and regulate your thyroid and keep it operating at its best for the rest of your life if you are consistent in taking it. Take about 2 tsp per day intially and after a week or two lower the amount to 1.5 tsp per day for another week or two and then lower it again to 1 tsp per day. Go by how you are feeling. Try taking it with a freshly squeezed lemon with a glass of water mixed with a few drops of stevia. Stevia is the only natural sweetener that I would recommend taking.
The combination of these recommendations will work if you give them a chance and are consistent.
Hypothyroidism and Heredity
Posted by Trisha-bo-bisha (Nashville, Tn) on 04/04/2011
Hi, I need help! I just got test results back that indicate hypothyroidism. I have my first Dr. appt on Friday morning with an endocrinologist. I need to know what questions I should ask. I don't want to just go in there and take everything she wants to prescribe to me. It's at Vanderbilt Medical, so I know they are good docs, but I'm all about not taking medicine and being natural, so I need to be armed with good information. Any help?!
Iodine
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 10/26/2009
Thank you Janice/Sharik for all yr help. Will follow yr advice and see what would be the outcome. Thanks again Ec. You guys are the best!!!!!
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 10/19/2009
Hi everyone:
Does anyone know what causes the puffiness on face/hands etc in hypothyroid patients? Since my diagnosis recently, i have noticed that my hands especially are really puffy. Its really kinda scary. Thanks everyone for an early reply.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Sharik (Arcata, Ca) on 10/20/2009
Hi, Loren.
The thyroid is an integral part of your endocrine system which includes the pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroids, thymus, adrenal, pancreas, and ovaries. When one goes, they all act up. It takes a while for the synthetic hormone to work as you must find the level your body needs. Meanwhile, keep your DR. posted as to symptoms, for as you can see, this is not something to ignore. But don't be frightened about the hands. It's uncomfortable and unsightly, but it will pass as your body starts to use the synthetic hormone. I suggested the time-honored ACV in apple juice to balance the pH in your body until the pills kick in. This can take anywhere from two to six weeks. The reason I know all this: I have Hashimoto's disease (it runs in the family) so I've been through it all.
Good luck to you, but remember to keep your MD posted as to your progress.
Namaste, Shar
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 10/21/2009
This message is for Sharik from California: Thank you very much for yr response. I will definitely let my doc know of this when I see her. I do have a question though - I had read somewhere on earth clinic that acv depletes the body of iodine. I was using it but when I read this, I stopped immediately. Have you ever heard of this? If so, any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks again for yr response.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Bessie (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) on 10/22/2009
Hi Loren - I'm not Sharik but I did read the following about apple cider vinegar and iodine. On a Lugol's iodine bottle featured on the Web, they actually advise you to take one drop of Lugol's in a glass of water with 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar added to enhance the uptake of iodine. So it seems that taking apple cider vinegar when you have thyroid issues would be beneficial. Good luck!
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Katie (Edison, Nj) on 10/22/2009
From what I've read apple cider vinegar will boost whatever you take with it. Please do some research before you start taking iodine. As to how long to take it and how much. If you take it too long your thyroid counts will rocket. I should know mine went so high they stopped testing it. But I swear by apple cider and iodine. People are clueless when it comes to thyroid and how important iodine is to it. I had severe allergies, don't know if it was the ACV or iodine or combination of both but I am cured! My allergies are non-existant.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 10/22/2009
Thanks a lot Bessie for your feedback. I really do appreciate it.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Sharik (Arcata, California) on 10/23/2009
To Loren from Queens:
I have never had that problem, but then I eat iodized salt as well as kelp, so I do get plenty of iodine. Since it's measured in mcg.s (micrograms) it doesn't take much. I drink ACV almost every day for pain (arthritis and Rheumatism) and haven't noticed any problem in 33 years of dealing with hypothyroidism but then we aren't cut out with cookie cutters, and not all people are the same. The person to ask is your pharmacist. I cultivate mine like a garden as he knows all sorts of marvelous stuff that my Dr. never heard of!
Having done a little research, I found this:
"Some foods block the uptake of iodine into the thyroid gland when eaten raw in large amounts. These include Brussels spouts (raw?!?!), cabbage, cauliflower, kale, peaches, pears, spinach, and turnips. If you have an underactive thyroid, you should limit your consumption of these foods." 'Prescription for Nutritional Healing' by Phyllis a Balch, CNC
I did not know this! And I do love my salads and slaws (I grow my own organic stuff). Learn something every day.....
Peace, sharik
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Loren (Queens, Ny) on 10/25/2009
To Janice from Mi: Thank you so much for yr response. I really do appreciate it. I do have one question though - what brand of Kelp do you use? I purchased one a few days ago but refrained from using it because it says on the bottle that there are some sonstituents in the kelp that contains carcinogens. Well when I checked the meaning of carcinogen I figured I better off not using it. Any feedback will be appreciated.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Sharik (Arcata, California) on 10/25/2009
Kelp is seaweed. I always buy organic (expensive, true) but pure. You may have gotten hold of supplies from countries not always trustworthy in their manufacturing techniques. I buy the powdered form, use it in soups and stews, or if I need a real clean-out, I make my own capsules using 0 or 00 veggie capsules I buy from my herbal store or online. I also have a friend who has a resale license (wholesale) and occasionally I'll help her fill out a minimum order. I use a lot of herbs and spices for health and buying wholesale saves me a lot of money. Do you have an herb store or health food store in your area? They would be the best place to find the pure stuff.
Peace, Sharik
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Janice (Coloma, Mi) on 10/25/2009
Loren, we are not allowed to mention name brands. I have taken several different brands. Just try to find a plain Kelp. There are quite a few out there. The one I'm taking has 150 mcg of Natural Iodine from Kelp. I usually take two a day. One after breakfast and one with either lunch or dinner. On the bottle, it just says Kelp. Another thing I have done is mix my pepper shaker with pepper and kelp powder. That way when I put pepper on my food, I'm getting some extra Kelp. I hope that helps.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Geri (Wills Point, Texas) on 09/28/2011
I have hypothyroid and am taking Amour thyroid. I still have a lot of symptoms like cold hands and feet, low temp, being tired and depressed some times. I just received my order of liquid Iodine. I have read so many good reports about it, but I am kind of confused as to how long I should take it. It seems to be good for so many other things. Can this be taken as a daily supplement or can you get too much? I hope someone can clear this up for me. Thanks so much
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Jen (Bozeman, Mt, Us) on 09/29/2011
There are alot of great benefits from daily iodine. From everything I have read and believe me I have looked into this subject extrenuously. There are a small number of people who should be careful with it. I would start small. With just a drop per day. See how you handle it. Then go up every week or two until you hit about 50 mg per day. Take this dosage for about 3 months to get the flouride, bromide, and chlorine detoxed from your thyroid and system. Then you should be able to drop back down to about 12.5 mg per day. I have read many articles saying that this is a good maintanance dosage. You could also take the 12.5 mg daily but I have read that it would take at least a year at this dosage to detox the halides from your system which in the long run is what will make your thyroid start to heal and regulate itself (hopefully).
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Carmel (Essex, England) on 05/13/2015
Have had underactive thyroid for at least a year, I suspect a lot longer as I was forever getting infections and feeling bad before. I take 100 mg of iodine each day, have read that you should not take it at all, now taking 25 of the synthetic thyroid from doctor each day, this is third day.
The first day I took it I felt so much better half an hour later! It was fantastic. But yesterday when I took it it seemed to have little or no effect.
Please do not suggest I go to the doctor and get total results of rests, in England it does not work that way. Here they just tell you that the blood test says you are under, end of discussion. And I cannot afford to go privately.
I eat a reasonable diet but am not obsessed and boring about it. I have little sugar or salt.
For a long time I have stuggled to want to do anything, or have any energy, have poor memory and concentration, headaches, ears kept getting filled, nose, which are all symptoms I know.
I cannot afford to take lots of different things.
You can respond to me at my email address at rychhmo at aol dot com.
Hypothyroid Symptoms
Posted by Timh (Ky) on 05/14/2015 2048 posts
C: If Iodine/Iodide alone doesn't correct the problem you will need to also use Coconut Oil on foods or cook with it AND supplement the amino acid Tyrosine. This combination should reduce your need for synthetic hormones as prescribed by Dr so you must go back a few weeks later and have another T-Panel done to adjust the meds.
The Thyroid can also get infected w/ some type pathogen or heavy metal. Selenium helps T against heavy metal toxicity. Much of England has relatively high or sometimes dangerously high Selenium in water & food supply so you may not need to take any Selenium.
Zinc/Elderberry throat lozenges are also very helpful for Thyroid conditions where there is infection or general free radical stress.
Coconut Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Jab (San Antonio, Tx, USA) on 09/27/2009
hypothyroidism...
Question:
Been trying ACV [apple cider vinegar] and VCO [virgin coconut oil] for my hypothyroidism of 18 years. Am feeling some changes, but am concerned about taking the VCO 3 times a day. A tablespoon has 120 calories and sometimes I take it warmed in rice milk-a cup would have 9 calories. That's 210 calories. At the minimum 3-4 tablespoons a day I'd be taking 360-480 in in calories of VCO. With the rice milk even more. I'm 59 and that would take up at least a third of my daily calories to maintain my weight. Gonna make my range of food intake extremely limited, I'm afraid.
After the ACV and VCO reduce the need for meds, do you need to maintain the same dosage of ACV and VCO to stay hypothyroidism free?
Coconut Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by David (Aurora, Colorado, Usa) on 10/14/2013
Hi Hope from Delhi,
Just a thought - If you're swimming indoors, in a chlorinated pool, it's possible that could be counterproductive. Isn't chlorine one of those things that can negatively affect thyroid function? (I've also read that school-age children who swim regularly in chlorinated pools are more prone to get asthma. ) Best Wishes to you.
Prescription Medications
Posted by Laura (Orlando, Fl) on 08/11/2009
Hi everyone: I was recently diagnosed as hypothyroid and was put on bioidentical plant based meds. After using for about ten days, i noticed that i was struggling to breathe. This went on for about 2 days on and off until i decided to stop the meds to see if this could be causing it. Well it has improved about 80% but its still there especially if i try to do housework etc. I later googled hypothyroid symptoms and did found that one of the symptoms is air hunger. Has anyone had a similar experience? I would be grateful for any feedback.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Margaret (Cloverdale, Ca) on 08/09/2009
For anyone having trouble finding Armour (as one person in Canada mentioned), there is another product that in my experience is equivalent: Nature-Throid. I was first prescribed that by a doctor in Vancouver, BC. In the US my doctor continued that prescription, but sometimes when the pharmacy had trouble getting it soon enough, we substituted Armour. I can't tell any difference. Both work for me.
I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, with diagnosed thyroglobulin antibodies (but not peroxidase antibodies; not sure what the implications of the one without the other are).
I also have adrenal issues and find that taking Isocort makes all the difference in the world to my ability to think and have energy. Isocort is bovine adrenal gland that is supposed to be standardized to 2-1/2 mg. of cortisol per pill. It is non-prescription in the US, but I don't think it's available at all in Canada.
I am starting to experiment with EV coconut oil (2 Tablespoons/day) and Atomidine (the latter I've tried before by itself), where I try the Edgar Cayce approach of stimulating the thyroid via 1 drop of Atomidine in a glass of water on Day 1, increasing by 1 drop/day up to 5 drops on Day 5, then stop for 5 days, then repeat. I am wondering if such iodine stimulation is a bad idea or a good idea for autoimmune hypothyroidism, as stimulating the thyroid can, according to some theories, increase the autoimmune response against the thyroid. Can't say it's done anything so far, either way, now that I'm on Day 6 (nor when I've tried it in the past, except perhaps a tiny bit of improvement BEFORE I was on Armour/Nature-Throid, but I never continued long enough to be sure). The only thing that REALLY seems to matter is if I don't take my full 6 Isocort pills that I'm up to these days. (The Isocort bottle says you can take up to 8/day.)
I was hoping the EVCO would help the adrenals. I'll try another round or two of Atomidine starting Day 11 while continuing the EVCO throughout, and if I don't notice any changes from the Atomidine, I'll drop that and keep up the EVCO for another couple of weeks, and if THAT doesn't make obvious improvements, I'll work harder at alkalizing my body.
Vinegar alkalizes the body, but I'm reluctant to use it because I've heard from some sources it's not the best to use, especially if you have candidiasis issues, which I may have, though nowadays I think celiac disease is more of the problem.
So far no obvious changes one way or the other, but I have had the sense most of my life that my body likes the feel of coconut in my tummy, and it's not just the taste. I'll keep you posted...
Ted's Remedies
Posted by Melissa (San Franisco, California) on 06/20/2009
Hi, A few years ago, I read an article that Ted wrote about taking vitamins to help hypothyroidism. After two months of taking the recommended dose, my doctor had reduced my thyroid meds by half. I would love to start taking the vitamins/suppliments again but can not find the article. Can you help me out?
Thank you!
Melissa
Ted's Remedies
Posted by Joyce (Joelton, Tn.) on 06/20/2009 490 posts
Hi Melissa, Don't know what Ted's recommended vitamins for hypothyroidism is but one patient who was taking thyroid medication and remaining in the low normal range, suddenly soared out the far end of normal range about a month after she started taking a Stress Tablet 4 times a day. This is just a B complex with added Vitamins C & E.
Remove Old Dental Fillings
Posted by Linda (Los Angeles, Ca 91326) on 01/17/2011
Dear Amy, Your story sounds similar to mine. I have been hypothyroid almost 8 years. It happened after menopause, and it has destroyed my life. I am intolerant to every thyroid medicine and have tried them all. I have researched toxic old dental fillings and still have a few left in my mouth and have always wondered if this was a problem. My regular dentist removed one and that was the start of face pain.
Since I live in L.A., can you recommend a biodentist that removed your fillings. I live for the day to get off these thyroid meds.
Thank you,
Linda at LINDAUTHR(at)aol(dot)com
Remove Old Dental Fillings
Posted by Liz (Texas) on 07/07/2013
I have recently been diagnosed with hypothyroidism & started taking medication earlier this year. I'm doing better than I was, but could be better yet! I have some fillings I got when I was about 17 years old, I am now 25 years old (so I'm obviously not menopausal or post menopausal), but I did have a baby last year.... So I wonder if my fillings could be my issue. I actually lost one of my fillings a few months before I had my baby, I'm certain I probably ingested it. It's an interesting thing to wonder...
Remove Old Dental Fillings
Posted by Nan (Easton, Md) on 08/10/2018
What is the type of product to use after mercury fillings are removed? The name was blocked out. Thx.
