{"id":5383,"date":"2020-06-11T15:07:42","date_gmt":"2020-06-11T14:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themaasclinic.com\/?p=5383"},"modified":"2020-09-07T17:42:30","modified_gmt":"2020-09-07T16:42:30","slug":"your-thyroid-and-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themaasclinic.com\/news\/your-thyroid-and-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Your thyroid and you"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Your thyroid and you.<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Your thyroid gland is an essential part of your health and wellbeing. Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland which sits at the front of your neck, just in front of your windpipe.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>It is responsible for producing the hormones T3 and T4, which determine the overall amount and quality of energy that you have.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When your thyroid gland is working perfectly you will feel energised, your weight will be stable and you\u2019ll have a natural enthusiasm for life.<\/span><\/p>\n

When you have an issue with your thyroid gland, you will either experience hyperthyroidism – an overactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism – an under-active thyroid. Unfortunately, both of these scenarios lead to undesirable symptoms, including weight loss, weight gain, emotional imbalance, digestive issues and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Your thyroid health is linked to your adrenal health.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Broadly speaking, a client with a thyroid problem will first have an issue with their adrenal glands.<\/p>\n

As such, at The Maas Clinic, Laurens Maas tends to address a client\u2019s adrenal health as a priority.<\/p>\n

More often than not, adrenal malfunction will contribute to, or indeed be the root cause of, a client\u2019s thyroid problem.<\/p>\n

If you are interested in learning more about your adrenal health, you can explore more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The good news, it is possible to treat a thyroid issue using Functional and Integrative Medicine and this approach has been used successfully for decades.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Traditional medical doctors tend to treat most cases with standard pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n

Functional and Integrative Medicine will unpick the root cause of a client\u2019s thyroid issue, and will always pursue a natural treatment plan where possible.<\/p>\n

Here at The Maas Clinic we often treat clients for thyroid issues and tailor a\u00a0natural approach specifically to each client\u2019s health needs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Laurens Maas, our clinic\u2019s founder, is unwavering in his investigation into a client\u2019s health issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cSupplementation and lifestyle shifts have all proven to be highly effective in treating thyroid issues naturally, and nutritional adjustments, or a\u00a0change in diet can have a huge impact on your thyroid health. You have an incredible ability to heal yourself via the nutritional choices you make.\u201d<\/h3>\n

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Indeed one of the key pillars of Integrative Medicine is nutrition. Here at The Maas Clinic our in-house nutritionists who work with every one of our clients.<\/p>\n

For instance, did you know that some foods are goitrogenic? Meaning that they inhibit the normal function of your thyroid gland by blocking iodine?<\/p>\n

Goitrogenic foods can be used to a client\u2019s advantage if they are suffering with an overactive thyroid, however clients suffering with an under-active thyroid should avoid them.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, there are many foods and supplements which can benefit clients suffering with both an over or under-active thyroid. Laurens and our team of nutritionists can advise clients on the appropriate treatment plan for a client\u2019s specific needs.<\/p>\n

Still curious about your thyroid, what it does and how The Maas Clinic can help you? Read our introduction to thyroid health here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Taking Iodine can support your thyroid health<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are looking for a supplement to help to support your thyroid health, consider Iodine.<\/p>\n

Why? Iodine can boost your metabolism, and support your immune system. A great option is Lugol\u2019s iodine 2%, 7% or 12% which can be purchased online. Note the percentage required will depend on each person\u2019s individual needs and should be clarified before use.<\/p>\n

Other foods and supplements which can benefit your thyroid:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Amino acids like L-tyrosine. <\/strong>Tyrosine is the backbone of all thyroid hormones. Again Laurens can advise clients on the appropriate dosage for a client\u2019s specific needs.<\/li>\n
  • Selenium <\/strong>which is responsible within the liver for converting T4 into the more potent T3.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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