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Thyroid & Weight Loss Remedy

Thyroid disease can effect how the body functions, and when there is not enough thyroid hormone in the body, which results from hypothyroidism, the metabolism cannot burn calories as easily. Luckily, there are ways to help increase thyroid hormone to increase metabolism and encourage weight loss.

  1. Taking a Thyroid Hormone Replacment

    • Thyroid replacement hormone will artificially increase the levels released in the body. This can improve energy levels, increase overall well-being, and speed up the metabolism. Once the metabolism is increased, the body can burn off excess calories more easily, resulting in weight loss. Different types of thyroid hormones are on the market, so it is important to research them. Synthetic thyroid hormone contains only T4, which will boost thyroid levels but may not increase energy levels significantly. Taking a natural thyroid hormone, such as Armour Thyroid, will give the body both T4 and T3, which many people say gives them increased feelings of energy and well-being.Talk to your doctor to find out more about your options. Once thyroid replacement hormones are taken, the body will function correctly and metabolism will increase, helping the sufferer lose excess weight.

    Adding Coconut Oil to the Diet

    • According to the Colorado Thyroid Disease Prevalence Study, coconut oil has been shown to improve thyroid functioning, encourage weight loss, and increase production and distribution of thyroid hormone. Coconut oil for use in increasing thyroid health and promoting weight loss should be extra virgin, or taken from the first pressing of the coconuts. You can buy extra virgin coconut oil at any health food store or natural foods market. Taking 2 tbsp. of extra virgin coconut oil per day is recommended to encourage thyroid hormone production and weight loss.

    Eliminating Soy Products

    • A team of scientists at the National Center for Toxicological Research have discovered anti-thyroid properties in soybeans and products made with soy ingredients. This includes soy flours, soybeans, soy milk, soy proteins, and soy sauces. Anyone suffering from a thyroid disorder and resultant weight gain should avoid eating or ingesting foods that contain soy, as it can further hinder thyroid hormone production and distribution.

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