The thyroid controls the body’s metabolism, so symptoms of hypothyroidism include: Fatigue, lethargy, weakness Depression, irritability, anxiety, insomnia Poor memory & concentration Weight gain, trouble losing weight Sensitivity to cold, joint/muscle aches Constipation, sluggish digestion Recurring infections, poor immune function High cholesterol Hair thinning/loss, dry hair & skin Brittle, peeling nails Anemia, easy bruising PMS, […]
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Foundation Support for Hypothryoidism
August 12, 2011 – 1:02 pm
By: Dr. Sacha | Posted in: Thyroid | Tags: Diet (nutrition), Digestion, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Health, Hormone, Hypothyroidism, Metabolism, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine, Thyroid : | Comment
Skin & Gut Health
June 14, 2011 – 3:19 pm
It’s a very familiar concept in naturopathic medicine that the health of the skin is directly linked to the health of the gut. Often, when we’re experiencing skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis, and seemingly “random” rashes, we can track the root cause back to the gastrointestinal tract. Most will agree that what we put […]
>Read MoreBy: Dr. Sacha | Posted in: Skin | Tags: Digestion, Digestive system, Eczema, Gastrointestinal tract, Inflammation, Probiotics, Psoriasis, Rash, Skin : | Comment