Depression

Depression
The production of too little thyroid hormone can have an impact on levels of “feel good” serotonin in the brain. With an underactive thyroid turning other body systems down to “low,”

Leaky gut can also affect the brain. Mood swing in a child with autism can be caused by intestinal permeability. Gluten-free and casein-free diets have proven effective for many children with autism because these proteins can leak through the gut and then recirculate and act on the brain similarly to an opioid drug.

Leaky gut syndrome has also been linked to other psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. So, often, if you can heal the gut, you can heal the brain.

Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Jan 272017
 

Video on Graves and Hashimotos

55 min

 

Watch the 9 part series The Thyroid Secret from DR. IZABELLA WENTZ, PHARM D, a pharmacist who went through thyroid problems then sought out others with experience in the field.

Each episode is between 1 & 2 hours long & interviews around 130 of those treating thyroid disease, many who themselves have had thyroid issues. Plus interviews many patients.

Registration is free. read the description on the page to see what is covered in each episode.

I can’t post them here as they are not available for public access.

Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD
If you are looking for more information on putting Hashimoto’s into remission, please consider purchasing a copy of Dr. Izabella Wentzpatient guide, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause to help you figure out your underlying triggers.
The book Hashimoto’s Protocol hits bookstores on March 28th. In it, you’ll find protocols specific for Hashimoto’s that will help you feel better quickly and learn how to recover your health once and for all.
Dr. Izabella Wentz also has a website with additional resources, including a blog and a list of recommended supplements.
Lastly, you can connect with Dr. Izabella Wentz through the community on Facebook.

7 Signs Your Thyroid Isn’t Working Properly

Jan 272017
 

Video on problem thyroid symptoms

6.5 min

  • Cold Hands
    Cold Feet
  • Headache first thing in morning that goes away during the day
  •  Depression
  •  Elevated Cholesterol
  •  Thin hair
  •  Wide spaced teeth
  •  Constipation
  •  Can’t lose weight
  •  Low body temperature first thing in the morning combined with symptoms above

TSH around 2 elevated indicates low thyroid
T4 around 8 less than 8 may need iodine and althyrisine – see GP
T3 around 130

Normal T4 with low T3 can indicate Stress

avoid soy – contains oestrogen
avoid gluten – gut inflammation

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Jan 272017
 

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic fatigue often starts suddenly, with flu-like symptoms. But unlike the flu, it can last a lifetime.

In addition to the  fatigue experienced, other serious symptoms often occur such as:

  • muscle pain
  • joint pain that moves from one spot to another
  • headaches
  • poor concentration
  • loss of memory
  • digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • chills
  • night sweats
  • enlarged lymph nodes

There may also be significant alterations in levels of

  • irritability,
  • mood swings,
  • panic attacks,
  • anxiety and
  • depression.

Symptoms

Jan 272017
 

There are two sets of symptoms related to thyroid problems:

Hypothyroidism

Hyperthyroidism

 

Loss of pigment in skin (white patches – often where there has been damage – scratch / cut / inflammation), may also be an indicator of auto immune response.

Diet Plan for Hypothyroidism

Jan 272017
 

Video with explanation of hypothyroidism and tips on diet to help resolve the problem.

8 minutes.

 

Diet rich in;

  • Protein
  • Iodised salt
  • Sea salt
  • Most fish
  • Fish oil
  • Sea weed / kelp
  • Eggs
  • Certain cheeses
  • Green leafy vegetables

Eat foods that contain a lot of fatty acids;

  • Almonds
  • Walnuts
  • Whole grains
  • Lean Meat
  • Milk
  • Egg Whites

Eat foods with Selenium that contain anti-oxidants, anti-aging, anti-cancer enzymes;

  • Rice
  • Corn
  • Wheat
  • Brazil Nuts
  • Walnuts
  • Onions
  • Oats
  • Garlic
  • Soybeans

Chicken, Beef and certain fish also contain Selenium so be careful not to overdose.

Eat Vitamins

  • A
  • B2
  • B3
  • B6
  • C

Eat foods that contain these vitamins including;

  • Bananas
  • Bok Choy
  • Broccoli
  • Cantaloupe
  • Carrots
  • Egg Yokes
  • Figs
  • Oranges
  • Spinach

Stay away from;

  • Sugar
  • Junk food & fast food – especially fried fast food
  • Vegetables that contain high amounts of iron – cauliflower, mustard
  • Alcohol

 

7 foods that help with Hypothyroidism

4 minutes

  1. Coconut oil – 1 teaspoon virgin coconut oil per day
  2. Ginger Tea   source of zinc, magnesium, potassium
  3. Fish – selenium, iodine, B12, Omega 3
  4. Apple Cider Vinegar – restore pH balance
  5. Nuts – for selenium – Brazil nuts, Macadamia, Hazelnuts
  6. Wild Oats – selenium, iron, zinc, manganese, fiber
  7. Black Walnut – iodine, magnesium.  Blood purifier- removes toxins from blood

The Elimination Diet
Dr. Izabella Wentz with Tom Malterre on the Elimination Diet

45 min