Autoimmune heart disease: Concerns with Hashimoto’s
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting about 11 percent of the population. For the majority of people, heart disease is driven by diet and [...]
How to need health insurance less when you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism
With the cost of health care, health insurance, deductibles, and copays going through the roof, getting sick has become financially hazardous. Although regular thyroid checks are important and we can’t [...]
Study shows sugars and processed carbs addictive
Scientists may have confirmed what millions of us could have already told you: One cookie is too many and 20 are not enough. Many people have found they can go [...]
How to prevent autoimmune flare-ups while traveling
Managing your autoimmune condition—Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, type 1 diabetes, alopecia, vitiligo, psoriasis, etc.—can be tricky enough. Traveling takes autoimmune management to a new level as you must attend to not only [...]
Knowing about DHA and EPA in fish oil when you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism
When you buy fish oil you will notice different companies tout how much DHA or EPA their product has. While both are beneficial, you may want to consider the unique properties of [...]
Childhood brain disorder risks when you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism
One in five American children today has a mental disorder and the rate is rising, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Affecting 13 to 20 [...]
What is MTHFR and why does it matter when you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism?
If you read the latest health news, you may have seen the acronym MTHFR popping up a lot recently. MTHFR stands for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase, an enzyme that plays a role [...]
Reacting to fermented foods on your Hashimoto’s diet? Could be a histamine intolerance
Are you eating a diet to manage your Hashimoto's hypothyroidism and finding certain healthy foods, such as sauerkraut, are causing hives, swelling of the face or throat, a headache, [...]
When you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism good balance equals a better brain
Hashimoto's hypothyroidism can negatively impact brain health. One way to assess brain health is to look at your balance. Do you wobble if you stand on one foot? How about [...]
When you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism fruit juices and smoothies not much better than soda
You’re managing your Hashimoto's hypothyroidism by eating healthy and opting for fruit juice and fruit smoothies over soda, right? Wrong, unfortunately. These more natural alternatives are still loaded with excess [...]