Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that destroys thyroid cells by inflammation and antibody immune processes. It is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in developed countries. But in contrast, worldwide, the most common cause of hypothyroidism is an inadequate dietary intake of iodine. Goitrogens: friend or foe? Goitrogens are foods that interfere with thyroid…
If you have Hashimoto’s you have probably wondered if you are doing everything you can to support your thyroid function. Many conventional doctors, and even your endocrinologist, will tell you that your daily thyroid medication is all you need to worry about. You have also most likely been told that there is nothing else to…
We are all aware that breast cancer awareness and early detection of breast cancer is important for the best outcomes and survival. But why will 1 in 8 women develop breast cancer in the United States in their lifetime? It is just too many and I often wonder are we doing enough individually and educationally for breast cancer prevention?