Thyroid
Thyroid hormone imbalances are quite common. These are best investigated with lab work. The pituitary gland interacts with the thyroid as does the adrenal gland. The thyroid cross talks with these glands. Measuring serum levels such as free T4, free T3, total T3, reverse T3, iodine levels and auto immune markers are essential. Checking the thyroid for nodules or a goiter is important.
Autoimmune
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, the most common autoimmune condition, can cause a hypothyroid function. Grave’s disease, also an autoimmune disorder, causes the thyroid to be overactive. Viruses can play a role in these autoimmune conditions and need to be addressed.
Adrenal
The adrenal glands function in partnership with the thyroid gland. Assessing their activity is often overlooked. Chronic stress impacts the adrenal gland. This can result in a deficiency or an excess of cortisol output. This in turn affects the thyroid. The adrenal hormones- specifically cortisol and dhea - can easily be evaluated via saliva testing. With adrenal and thyroid test results both glands can be assessed in a comprehensive manner and a specific treatment plan can be formulated. Both glands effect the whole body with a strong influence on energy metabolism, endurance, and mitochondrial function.
Treatment
Thyroid treatment involves specific levels of T4 (levothyroxine) and T3 (liothyronine) or dessicated thyroid extracts. Supportive herbs and nutrients for the thyroid and the adrenals are an essential part of the treatment program. These treatments are customized for the individual patient. With these treatments patients often regain their vitality, focus and often sleep better!
Thyroid hormone imbalances are quite common. These are best investigated with lab work. The pituitary gland interacts with the thyroid as does the adrenal gland. The thyroid cross talks with these glands. Measuring serum levels such as free T4, free T3, total T3, reverse T3, iodine levels and auto immune markers are essential. Checking the thyroid for nodules or a goiter is important.
Autoimmune
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, the most common autoimmune condition, can cause a hypothyroid function. Grave’s disease, also an autoimmune disorder, causes the thyroid to be overactive. Viruses can play a role in these autoimmune conditions and need to be addressed.
Adrenal
The adrenal glands function in partnership with the thyroid gland. Assessing their activity is often overlooked. Chronic stress impacts the adrenal gland. This can result in a deficiency or an excess of cortisol output. This in turn affects the thyroid. The adrenal hormones- specifically cortisol and dhea - can easily be evaluated via saliva testing. With adrenal and thyroid test results both glands can be assessed in a comprehensive manner and a specific treatment plan can be formulated. Both glands effect the whole body with a strong influence on energy metabolism, endurance, and mitochondrial function.
Treatment
Thyroid treatment involves specific levels of T4 (levothyroxine) and T3 (liothyronine) or dessicated thyroid extracts. Supportive herbs and nutrients for the thyroid and the adrenals are an essential part of the treatment program. These treatments are customized for the individual patient. With these treatments patients often regain their vitality, focus and often sleep better!
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