Did you know your thyroid– that little butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your throat– affects virtually every aspect of your health? It’s true.
In fact, every cell in your body has receptors for your thyroid hormone! That means your thyroid directly affects your brain, heart, gallbladder, liver, digestive system, bone health, red blood cells, blood sugar balance, hormone balance, cholesterol levels, protein metabolism, and body temperature regulation. Phew! That’s a lot of work for one little organ.
As you can imagine, when a champion multi-tasker like your thyroid gland is not functioning optimally, you see it and feel it all over your body as low energy, poor immunity, and frustrating weight gain. These articles highlight common thyroid problems and offer solutions to help you get your thyroid health back on track: