Autism is often autoimmune; links with maternal Hashimoto’s
The rate of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has increased 78 percent in the last decade, with autism now affecting a staggering 1 in 88 children. While parents scramble for answers, [...]
Baywatch beauty brings Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism out of the closet
Talk to a group of women with Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, and they’ll likely all share the same frustrating story. Frequently dismissed, misdiagnosed, or ignored by doctors, Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism is finally getting [...]
Infertility, gluten intolerance, and Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism
Couples trying to conceive may want to add a gluten-free diet to their regimen. Research shows a clear link between celiac disease (gluten intolerance) and infertility in both women and [...]
Study shows sugar makes us more stupid; can flare Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism
A recently published UCLA study shows what many have suspected all along: Eating too much sugar makes you stupid. Scientists found that just six weeks of bingeing on sweets and [...]
Type A person with adrenal fatigue and Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism?
Are you a Type A person who races through life at a 100 miles an hour? Is your motto, “Plenty of time for rest in the grave”? Do caffeine and [...]
Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism can lead to more autoimmune disease
Failing to manage your Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism condition could lead to future autoimmune diseases. A recent study revealed that roughly one in six patients with Hashimoto’s has another autoimmune disease, most [...]
When the child of a Hashimoto’s mom feels left out due to food intolerances
Your gluten-free third-grader walks in the door and immediately bursts into tears. Someone brought cupcakes to celebrate a birthday at school and everyone got one but her. “No one will [...]
Is your desk job worsening your Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism?
Do you eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and practice other healthy habits to manage your Hashimoto's hypothyroidism, but sit long hours each day at work? If so, you could [...]
An adrenal saliva test can measure Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism progress
It’s a constant refrain: We’re too stressed out. But how stressed out are we really? An adrenal saliva test can tell you whether your cortisol (the stress hormone) is too [...]
Under attack from toxins? Learn how to protect your thyroid
Do you feel toxic chemicals are out to get you? Studies link many chronic health conditions, including Hashimoto's hypothyroidism, with toxic chemicals in our everyday environment. Man-made chemicals, pesticides, pollution, [...]