The thyroid is a small gland located under the skin just under the Adam’s apple. Despite its small size, the function of this gland should not be taken for granted. It is responsible for the majority of the vital processes in the body such as, calorie burning, temperature regulation, metabolization of fat and carbohydrates, and is involved in the circadian rhythm (sleep) among others. How does our thyroid do these? By producing hormones that serves as a catalyst for these processes. These hormones are called Thyroxine (T3) and Triiodothyronine (T4). It also produces another hormone, calcitonin, that is involved in the regulation of calcium in our system.   Unfortunately, like other organs, the thyroid is fragile enough to be affected by a lot of factors that can lead to life-threatening conditions, if left untreated. Checkout some of  the thyroid problems which a person can experience.

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The thyroid, a small, brownish red, butterfly shaped organ is located under the muscles of the front neck. Though small in size compared to the other organs, it plays a key role in our body for it is the organ that manufactures the hormones needed for metabolism and growth. So in this article, I will try to give to you an explanation of the different variations of thyroid disease.

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For those of us that are diet conscious, having a hypoactive thyroid is a curse. Since weight gain is one of the many conditions that comes with hypothyroidism, a proper diet must be followed in order for us not to balloon up to a large size. Following a strict hypothyroid diet is not just for those who have are suffering hypothyroidism but also for the typical health conscious person. Patients who stick to a diet specifically geared to those with thyroid problems can help reduce the symptoms of the disease and in the process can even help trim down their bodies.

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