Roughly 5 percent of the U.S. population over the age of 12 has some form of hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid), and some estimates suggest up to 40 percent of the population suffers from at least some level of underactive thyroid. Women — especially older women — are the most susceptible group for developing hypothyroidism. People…
Subclinical hypothyroidism — which affects between an estimated 3 to 8 percent of the population, especially women and older adults — can be the cause of symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety and poor memory. Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is considered a type of "mild thyroid failure," and in some cases is an early form of hypothyroidism.…
Thyroid problems can affect anyone of any age from infancy to the latest years of life. According to the American Thyroid Association, over 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition at some point. Currently, an estimated 20 million Americans have a form of thyroid disease and as many as 60 percent of those…
While it's possible to get all of the vitamins and minerals you need from careful food selection and a nutrient-dense diet, research shows many women still experience at least one type of nutrient deficiency, if not more. So vitamins should a woman take on a daily basis, and what are the best vitamins for women…
Did you know that there are over a hundred herbs and spices that can be consumed or used topically for healing? These natural foods possess a number of beneficial properties and work to reduce inflammation, improve the health of your heart, boost your immune system, and even prevent and fight cancer. With so many natural…
Iodine is considered one of the body’s vital nutrients, responsible for regulating thyroid function, supporting a healthy metabolism, aiding in growth and development, and preventing certain chronic diseases. Unfortunately, many adults don’t consume enough iodine-rich foods and, thus, suffer from an iodine deficiency. Therefore, many suffer a range of negative health consequences as a result,…
One epidemic that most folks in the U.S. are probably unaware of is zinc deficiency. A significant problem for most countries in the world, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the global prevalence of zinc deficiency may be as high as 31 percent. Living in our American bubble of fortified foods and multivitamin supplements…
Have you heard about the incredible health benefits of L-glutamine? First used in powder form by people in the fitness industry (including bodybuilders) who were looking to preserve muscle tissue, L-glutamine (also simply called glutamine) is an amino acid that is a building block of protein and needed by your body in large amounts. The most common original uses…
In the symphony of our biology, rhythms play the role of the conductor, orchestrating the intricate dance of our bodily functions. Among these rhythms lies the enigmatic yet crucial beat known as the infradian rhythm. There is plenty of information out there on the circadian rhythm, the 24-hour cycle that regulates sleep and wakeful, but…
There are two sides to any story, and that is definitely true in the case of fluoride. Since being introduced into the public water supplies of much of the U.S. (and several other countries) in the 1960s, a consistent debate has existed on whether or not fluoride is truly safe as a water additive or…
