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Ask Emily — thyroid health

QUESTION:

I’m having trouble losing weight. Could it be my thyroid?

ANSWER:

The thyroid manages our metabolism, so even a small imbalance could result in a slower pace of weight loss. But many other factors are probably involved, including the quality of your nutrition, the health of your digestive tract, your detox capabilities, and your hormone levels. It is also possible that your metabolism has stalled as a result of over-dieting. It’s prudent to get your thyroid checked, starting around age 30, and every 5 years after that. If there is an imbalance developing, the sooner you find it the easier it will be to heal without medication.

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Our Personal Program is a great place to start

The Personal Program promotes natural hormonal balance with nutritional supplements, our exclusive endocrine support formula, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and optional phone consultations with our Nurse–Educators. It is a convenient, at-home version of what we recommend to all our patients at the clinic.

  • Start by assessing your symptoms with our on-line Hormonal Health Profile. It’s easy, informative, and free.
  • To learn more about the Program, go to How the Personal Program Works.
  • For further reading about your symptoms and other health topics, go to Explore Our Knowledge.
  • If you have questions, don’t hesitate to call us toll-free at 1-800-798-7902. We’re here to listen and help.

Last Modified: 02/15/2008

 

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