Tag Search - "Thyroid"

Featured: Ashwagandha for subclinical hypothyroidism

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has been used to treat thyroid dysfunction for many years and a new clinical trial in people with subclinical hypothyroid supports this use.

Posted on Mon, 26 Sep 16

Thyroid and broccoli: perfectly safe

People worried about broccoli and other vegetables in the brassica family can safely consume them as they do not cause hypothyroidism or goiter, according to research.

Posted on Wed, 20 Jul 16

Hypothyroidism, nutrition and functional medicine

Hypothyroidism is at epidemic proportions yet remains poorly diagnosed and treated. We need to consider better assessments as well as treatments beyond hormone replacement therapy.

Posted on Wed, 1 Jun 16

Fluoride in water linked to hypothyroidism

A large scale study linking fluoride in drinking water to hypothyroidism raises strong concerns about the safety of fluoridated water.