Though we may not think of it very often, the health of our breasts and the health of our thyroid are deeply connected. We know there’s an association …
Hormones
How Thyroid Disease Affects Men
In honor of Father’s Day, I want to recirculate my original Men’s Health article — with some updates. This article is dedicated to all of the special men in …
Are Your Adrenals Sabotaging Your Health?
Those of us with Hashimoto’s often blame our thyroid for the many signs and symptoms we experience. Hair loss? Thyroid! Weight gain? THYROID! Fatigue? …
The Thyroid and Fertility
Around the time of my Hashimoto’s diagnosis at age 27, before I had recovered my health, I had markers and symptoms of premature ovarian insufficiency. I had …
Why Women Have More Thyroid Disorders: The Izabella Wentz Safety Theory
The American Thyroid Association (ATA) estimates that five to eight women are affected with Hashimoto’s for every one man. The ATA also estimates that one in …
14 Ways Birth Control Pills Rob Us of Our Health
At the time I was first diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, I knew that I was not yet ready to start a family. With my health being less than optimal, it was obvious to …
