8 Signs Your Thyroid May Be Making You Fat
In your neck, under your larynx, you’ll find a less-than-an-ounce gland that looks like a butterfly, a very ugly butterfly. This is your thyroid, and believe it or not, this tiny lump of flesh regulates your entire metabolism.
When it works, life is good. But when it doesn’t work??? Well, it’s pretty amazing how one little butterfly can cause so many problems. You see, the thyroid is also known at the “great imitator”. Why?
Because it regulates a whole lot more than just your metabolism. It is plays an important role in vitamin utilization, digestion, muscle and nerve activity, blood flow, oxygen utilization, hormone secretion and even in your sexual and reproductive health.
There are numerous things that can go wrong with your thyroid, but only one accounts for weight gain and difficulty losing weight. This condition is called Hypothyroidism and 2% of the population is affected by it. Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid is failing to produce enough hormone to keep your metabolism working properly.
8 Signs Your Thyroid May Be Making You Fat:
- Weight Gain
- Difficulty Losing Weight
- Depression
- Feeling Cold
- Having Dry Skin and Hair
- Constipation
- Muscle Cramps
- Feeling Run Down, Slow or Sluggish
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important for you to consult your doctor. A simple blood test can determine if you are in fact suffering from Hypothyroidism. Luckily this condition is treatable with medication and can even be treated with diet and exercise.
Stay tuned later this week for my secret weapon that can put your thyroid into hyper drive.
Ahhh… the power of Good Nutrition!
Brandi
http://anewfeast.com
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Great overview! I am always harping on my blog about the symptoms of a thyroid not working the way it should (I’m sub-clinical central hypothyroid, myself)
I’ll be back!
Never gave the thyroid much thought, Brandi. This piece sure changes this around. I have a son who has all the symptoms. Dr. never seems to have even considered this. Worth checking out. Thanks
Excellent overview. Thyroid problems really are underdiagnosed. Your message that it affects the entire body is valuable, and should not be taken lightly by anyone who has symptoms of thyroid dysfunction.
Thanks Brandi!
Great to know about “8 Signs Your Thyroid May Be Making You Fat”. It is very intersting to read about it. Excellent post. Cheers…!!!
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