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Studies have shown that 1 in 8 women from age 35 to 65 have low thyroid function, as does 1 in 5 women over age 65. Symptoms of low thyroid (hypothyroidism) are fatigue, depression, slow heartbeat, intolerance to cold, difficulty in concentrating, hair loss, weight gain, memory disturbances, constipation, and dry skin. Body temperature is also usually below 98.2% F..

Hypothyroidism is often missed by lab tests. The most sensitive test is the level of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which the pituitary gland manufacturers to regulate the production and secretion of thyroid hormones. When the level of TSH is abnormally elevated it indicates that the thyroid is underactive.

You may still have symptoms of hypothyroidism even if all your lab tests are “normal”. The reason for this is that there is no lab test to measure tissue levels of this hormone. T4, which is produced by the thyroid gland, is converted in the tissue into T3, a much more active form of thyroid hormone. However, blood T3 levels are not the same thing as tissue T3 levels. Just like insulin in insulin resistance, it is possible that T3 may be abundant in the blood, but blocked at the receptor site level in the tissue. In Wilson’s syndrome it is felt that T4 is converted into reverse T3 in the tissue, which is inert.

The biggest indicator, in my experience is a low body temperature, especially if it is in the 97% F. range, along with other symptoms of hypothyroidism such as fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, mild depression, cold intolerance (especially if you have cold hands and feet) and brain fog.

If you have hypothyroidism, your conventional doctor is likely to prescribe a synthetic thyroid hormone such as Synthroid, which really is only a part of the thyroid hormone complex found in nature in the healthy thyroid gland. Natural thyroid, which is derived from porcine (pig) thyroid gland, contains all the gland’s hormones and components and has a long history of safety and effectiveness. I urge you to try natural. Your body will notice the difference, especially when it comes to mood and brain function.



	Is Your Thyroid Slowing You Down? by Robert A. Erickson, M.D. 2000© Studies have shown that 1 in 8 women from age 35 to 65 have low thyroid function, as does 1 in 5 women over age 65. Symptoms of low thyroid (hypothyroidism) are fatigue, depression, slow heartbeat, intolerance to cold, difficulty in concentrating, hair loss, weight gain, memory disturbances, constipation, and dry skin. Body temperature is also usually below 98.2% F.. Hypothyroidism is often missed by lab tests. The most sensitive test is the level of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which the pituitary gland manufacturers to regulate the production and secretion of thyroid hormones. When the level of TSH is abnormally elevated it indicates that the thyroid is underactive. You may still have symptoms of hypothyroidism even if all your lab tests are “normal”. The reason for this is that there is no lab test to measure tissue levels of this hormone. T4, which is produced by the thyroid gland, is converted in the tissue into T3, a much more active form of thyroid hormone. However, blood T3 levels are not the same thing as tissue T3 levels. Just like insulin in insulin resistance, it is possible that T3 may be abundant in the blood, but blocked at the receptor site level in the tissue. In Wilson’s syndrome it is felt that T4 is converted into reverse T3 in the tissue, which is inert. The biggest indicator, in my experience is a low body temperature, especially if it is in the 97% F. range, along with other symptoms of hypothyroidism such as fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, mild depression, cold intolerance (especially if you have cold hands and feet) and brain fog. If you have hypothyroidism, your conventional doctor is likely to prescribe a synthetic thyroid hormone such as Synthroid, which really is only a part of the thyroid hormone complex found in nature in the healthy thyroid gland. Natural thyroid, which is derived from porcine (pig) thyroid gland, contains all the gland’s hormones and components and has a long history of safety and effectiveness. I urge you to try natural. Your body will notice the difference, especially when it comes to mood and brain function. Back to Topics of Interest Table of Contents Welcome \| About Dr. Erickson \| Practice Philosophy \| Services Available Hours & Location \| Insurance & Fees \| F.A.Q. Whats New \| Topics of interest \| Contact us \| Home