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Are YOU Hypothyroid?
By Jane Smolnik, ND, Iridologist, M.H., C.I.H.
Hypothyroidism is an ailment characterized by under-activity of the Thyroid Gland (i.
e. insufficient production of Thyroid Hormones).
• Hypothyroidism occurs most frequently in women over the age of 40 (however
men and teenagers are also prone to Hypothyroidism):
• 12.5% of women aged 35 to 60 are affected by Hypothyroidism.
• 15% - 20% of women over the age of 60 are affected by sub-clinical
Hypothyroidism.
• Hypothyroidism is believed to be more prevalent than once thought.
Approximately 54% of people with Hypothyroidism are unaware that they have
Hypothyroidism.
Do you have some of these symptoms:
Cold Hands and Feet?
Low body temperature?
Fatigue / Apathy?
Skin course and dry?
Feel depressed? Sadness?
Mental sluggishness, or reduced initiative?
Frequent constipation?
Hair thin or falling out?
Cry easily, worse with change in season?
Headaches upon wakening?
Gain weight easily?
Difficulty losing weight?
Carbohydrate cravings?
Irregular or heavy menstrual periods?
Recurring infections?
Brittle fingernails?
Higher cholesterol levels?
Infertility? Low Libido?
Insomnia?
Panic attacks or Anxiety?
Fluid retention / Puffiness around the eyes?
A hoarse voice?
Anemia / Easy bruising?
Slow Pulse / Slow Reflexes?
Mild Hypothyroidism can occur as a result from insufficient iodine in the diet, high
estrogen levels, stress, nutritional deficiencies, physical inactivity, some medications,
and hormonal changes relating to pregnancy or menopause. Some risk factors
include family history, growing older, race (more common in White or Asian
populations), an autoimmune disorder, premature gray hair, Down Syndrome,
Turner Syndrome, Vitiligo (a pigment condition of white skin patches), or bipolar
disease.
Basal Metabolism
The most “observable” sign of Hypothyroidism is a low basal temperature upon
awakening in the morning. Basal Metabolism involves the combustion of Food, using
Oxygen and producing Carbon Dioxide - the rate of Oxygen consumption of an
individual indicates their Energy expenditure, i.e. their Basal Metabolic Rate. The
Basal Metabolic Rate measures the speed of all chemical reactions which occur
when the body is lying completely at rest (preferably measured immediately upon
wakening); for the activity of the internal organs and to maintain body temperature.
To test yourself, place a thermometer next to your bed after having shaken it down
to 97 degrees. Upon waking, but before moving around, place the thermometer
under your armpit and hold for 3 minutes. If your temperature is below 98 degrees
three days in a row, and if you have several symptoms listed above, you may have
an underactive thyroid.
It would be beneficial to include sea vegetables such as kelp, dulse, and
bladderwrack, fish, and unrefined sea salt in the diet to increase iodine, the mineral
most associated with the thyroid.
Natural protocols may include the amino acid l-tyrosine, and glandular products
including thyroid and/or pituitary extracts to stimulate the healthy functioning of these
glands. Very often an underactive thyroid can be secondary to pituitary
hypofunction, which needs to be addressed first.
Having a Total Health Analysis, including an Iridology assessment, will help us see
if these glands are stressed, weak, or underactive. A change in diet and activity
may help improve this naturally, but if not, some natural therapies may be helpful in
most cases.
Jane Smolnik, ND is a Traditional Naturopath, Certified Iridologist, M.H., and
Certified Intuitive Healer with a private practice in Asheville, NC. You may reach her
at (828) 777-JANE (5263) or visit her website for more info: www.ultimatehealing.com
By Jane Smolnik, ND, Iridologist, M.H., C.I.H.
Hypothyroidism is an ailment characterized by under-activity of the Thyroid Gland (i.
e. insufficient production of Thyroid Hormones).
• Hypothyroidism occurs most frequently in women over the age of 40 (however
men and teenagers are also prone to Hypothyroidism):
• 12.5% of women aged 35 to 60 are affected by Hypothyroidism.
• 15% - 20% of women over the age of 60 are affected by sub-clinical
Hypothyroidism.
• Hypothyroidism is believed to be more prevalent than once thought.
Approximately 54% of people with Hypothyroidism are unaware that they have
Hypothyroidism.
Do you have some of these symptoms:
Cold Hands and Feet?
Low body temperature?
Fatigue / Apathy?
Skin course and dry?
Feel depressed? Sadness?
Mental sluggishness, or reduced initiative?
Frequent constipation?
Hair thin or falling out?
Cry easily, worse with change in season?
Headaches upon wakening?
Gain weight easily?
Difficulty losing weight?
Carbohydrate cravings?
Irregular or heavy menstrual periods?
Recurring infections?
Brittle fingernails?
Higher cholesterol levels?
Infertility? Low Libido?
Insomnia?
Panic attacks or Anxiety?
Fluid retention / Puffiness around the eyes?
A hoarse voice?
Anemia / Easy bruising?
Slow Pulse / Slow Reflexes?
Mild Hypothyroidism can occur as a result from insufficient iodine in the diet, high
estrogen levels, stress, nutritional deficiencies, physical inactivity, some medications,
and hormonal changes relating to pregnancy or menopause. Some risk factors
include family history, growing older, race (more common in White or Asian
populations), an autoimmune disorder, premature gray hair, Down Syndrome,
Turner Syndrome, Vitiligo (a pigment condition of white skin patches), or bipolar
disease.
Basal Metabolism
The most “observable” sign of Hypothyroidism is a low basal temperature upon
awakening in the morning. Basal Metabolism involves the combustion of Food, using
Oxygen and producing Carbon Dioxide - the rate of Oxygen consumption of an
individual indicates their Energy expenditure, i.e. their Basal Metabolic Rate. The
Basal Metabolic Rate measures the speed of all chemical reactions which occur
when the body is lying completely at rest (preferably measured immediately upon
wakening); for the activity of the internal organs and to maintain body temperature.
To test yourself, place a thermometer next to your bed after having shaken it down
to 97 degrees. Upon waking, but before moving around, place the thermometer
under your armpit and hold for 3 minutes. If your temperature is below 98 degrees
three days in a row, and if you have several symptoms listed above, you may have
an underactive thyroid.
It would be beneficial to include sea vegetables such as kelp, dulse, and
bladderwrack, fish, and unrefined sea salt in the diet to increase iodine, the mineral
most associated with the thyroid.
Natural protocols may include the amino acid l-tyrosine, and glandular products
including thyroid and/or pituitary extracts to stimulate the healthy functioning of these
glands. Very often an underactive thyroid can be secondary to pituitary
hypofunction, which needs to be addressed first.
Having a Total Health Analysis, including an Iridology assessment, will help us see
if these glands are stressed, weak, or underactive. A change in diet and activity
may help improve this naturally, but if not, some natural therapies may be helpful in
most cases.
Jane Smolnik, ND is a Traditional Naturopath, Certified Iridologist, M.H., and
Certified Intuitive Healer with a private practice in Asheville, NC. You may reach her
at (828) 777-JANE (5263) or visit her website for more info: www.ultimatehealing.com
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