The Hypothyroid Immediate Action Plan

By Elizabeth Hungerford

Copyright © 2012 Elizabeth Hungerford

The Hypothyroid Immediate Action
Plan
Start Losing Weight, Feel Energized and Healthy the Natural Way


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Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: THYROID ANATOMY: HOW DOES THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
Chapter 2: : THYROID HORMONES
Chapter 3: WHAT IS HYPOTHYROIDISM?
Chapter 4: OTHER CONDITIONS RELATED TO HYPOTHYROIDISM
Chapter 5: RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS OF HYPOTHYROIDISM AND
HASHIMOTO
Chapter 6: BEATING HYPOTHYROIDISM
Chapter 7: TREATMENT PLAN: DIET AND NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS
Chapter 8: HYPOTHYROIDISM AND WEIGHT LOSS
Chapter 9: STAYING HEALTHY AND KEEPING HYPOTHYROIDISM AWAY


Introduction
When I was first diagnosed with hypothyroidism back in 2006, I never thought I
would ever feel like myself again – the outgoing, optimistic person who was
always there for everyone, ready to offer advice or a kind word when needed.
What was left of the ambitious, optimistic woman and mother, when I could no
longer regain my composure after a bad moment at work, or even show the
faintest smile to my loving husband and children?
Hypothyroidism can make a middle-aged woman feel 30 years older and struggle
with weight gain and mood swings – I’ve been there. However, this condition can
be reversed and made easy to live with – I’ve been there too, and I have stayed
that way for the past six years. Health is far more valuable than any kind of
fortune, be it our hard-earned money or a literal mountain of gold.
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Chapter 1: Thyroid Anatomy: How Does the Endocrine System
Work?
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower part of your
neck, around the Adam’s apple and right below the larynx, also known as
your voice box. Part of the endocrine system, the thyroid gland is responsible
for a variety of metabolic, biochemical and neurological processes powering
up the intricate organic mechanisms in the human body. The average thyroid
weighs about 1 ounce and enlarges during menstruation and pregnancy –
bear in mind that a woman’s thyroid is slightly heavier than the average male
thyroid.


Chapter 2: Thyroid Hormones
Iodine and L-tyrosine (an amino acid) are needed in the making of T3 and T4.
Probably the most important function of thyroid hormones is metabolism
regulation, which relates to the apparently inexplicable weight gain that
comes with hypothyroidism. In case of an underactive thyroid, deficient
hormone production also slows down metabolism (the entirety of
biochemical reactions that support an organism, particularly the process of
converting food into energy – lipid and carbohydrate
metabolism).Metabolism also influences the rate at which your body burns
calories, which is essential in weight loss, and also one of the reasons why
some of us burn more or fewer calories than others while doing the same
exercises.


Chapter 3: What is Hypothyroidism?
The term “hypothyroidism” is pretty self-explanatory and makes us think of
an underactive thyroid – so far, so good. But how does an underactive thyroid
affect your physiology, metabolism and overall well-being? Back in the old
days before the diagnosis, I remember getting home in an unbearable state of
exhaustion, with no energy left to take a shower or read a bedtime story to
my daughters. I would often fall asleep in my work outfit with my makeup
on, only to wake up on the following day with the illusion of being fully
recovered.


Chapter 4: Other Conditions Related to Hypothyroidism
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Hyper and hypothyroidism are hormonal imbalances. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis,
however, is an autoimmune disease that usually encompasses features and
symptoms specific to both hyper and hypothyroidism. Hashimoto is NOT a
hormonal disorder. Note the difference between their names as well:
hypothyroidISM, thyroidITIS. In case of Hashimoto, your immune system
doesn’t recognize your thyroid tissue as part of your body and therefore
attacks it in the delusional attempt to keep the rest of your body healthy.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a disease (sickness), whereas hypothyroidism is a
condition (a physical or mental state of being).


Chapter 5: Risks and Complications of Hypothyroidism and
Hashimoto
Like any other condition, both hypothyroidism and Hashimoto can have
serious consequences if left untreated. Doing regular blood tests and
following your prescription should prevent these complications, although
knowing the risk factors and being informed will help you make better
decisions in a difficult scenario. To put it bluntly, all individuals with
hypothyroidism are at risk for mental and physical complications.



Chapter 6: Beating Hypothyroidism
There are a few ways to treat hypothyroidism, some more effective than the
others – which is, in the end, a matter of personal opinion. I will talk about all
available treatment options and let you decide which one is best for you
(although I would be most flattered if my story convinced you to try the natural
way!).
Generally, if you don’t seem to find anything that will make you feel better, you
can feel free to try different treatments as long as your doctors approve them.
However, despite the fact that the most effective treatments consist of natural
hormones (natural desiccated porcine thyroid), you’ll still feel like there’s
something missing, like there’s more you can do to make you feel even better.


Chapter 7: Treatment Plan: Diet and Natural Supplements
Nutrition is 75% responsible for the way we look and feel – pollution and
lifestyle account for the remaining 25%. In fact, there’s a high chance your
thyroid problems were caused by certain nutritional imbalances and poor
lifestyle choices, such as a diet that’s low in iodine and high in sugar
(carbohydrates) or fats. Stress also takes cortisol levels through the roof,
damaging your endocrine system in the long run.



Chapter 8: Hypothyroidism and Weight Loss
The “secret” to successful weight loss is to avoid food that is bad for your thyroid – which
honestly took me a while to realize. Counting calories is also important once you’ve clearly
established the list of good foods to choose from (which I will provide for you), although
you have to accept it’s still going to be a bit more difficult to lose weight.
Avoid sugar and refined foods
Cortisol and insulin are the two hormones in charge with the assimilation of these types of
food. If you consume them regularly, you can develop type II diabetes without even
realizing. You might say you don’t eat many sweets, but how often do you consume sugary
beverages such as juices or sodas? The daily sugar allowance is somewhere around 3040g, and a serving of regular juice usually contains 20 grams of sugar.



Chapter 9: Staying Healthy and Keeping Hypothyroidism Away
Don’t forget to exercise regularly
Regular exercising helps you boost your metabolism (which is already slowed down by a lazy thyroid)
and burns extra calories on top of it. It also keeps you in a good mood and helps reduce “brain fog”.
Don’t you get the impression your thoughts are getting clear while jogging or sweating in front of a
workout DVD? Exercising is part of a healthy life... so here’s another valuable saying: mens sana in
corpore sano! (A healthy mind in a healthy body!)
A good night’s sleep...
You
always
work
better
if your mind is clear and rested. You will easily get rid of
brain fog and fatigue if you sleep properly AND if you stick to a strict schedule – for example, going to
bed at the same hour. Don’t go to bed later than 10 PM. Your body
loves routine and you can’t fight
against your biological clock, even if society sometimes dictates otherwise.



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