Protein & stomach acid – and the massive importance for thyroid health

Protein and low stomach acid - and the massive importance to thyroid

Has your doctor told you that you have multiple nutrient deficiencies including low iron, low vitamin D, magnesium, and B12 but you have no idea why?

Do you struggle with uncomfortable acid reflux?

Do you take over-the-counter antacids or have you been prescribed a PPI (proton pump inhibitor)

Do you experience indigestion and belly bloating after meals especially meals high in protein?

Does your thyroid TSH lab test come back “normal” but you feel far from normal?

Do you experience these typical signs of low stomach acid?

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A Different View on a Common Autoimmune Disease, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

A Different View on a Common Autoimmune Disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

I read this paper published in Naturopathic Currents an evidence-based publication for the Naturopathic profession in April 2014. The author Dr. Fiona McCulloch wrote a review of the most current research on the autoimmune condition Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. I was fascinated and reached out to Dr. McCulloch about her findings.

Thank you to Naturopathic Currents and Dr. Fiona McCulloch for permission to repost it here at Hypothyroid Mom.

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Guilt: The Worst Symptom of Chronic Illness

Guilt: The Worst Symptom of Chronic Illness

A raw look inside the life of a chronically ill mom.

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