Articles on Thyroid Problems

The thyroid gland is located on the front part of the neck below the Adam's apple. This gland produces hormones which regulate body metabolism. Thyroid hormones are important in the growth and maturation of body tissues, regulating body energy and the body's use of other hormones and vitamins.  Diseases of the thyroid gland can result in either production of too many hormones (hyperthyroidism) or too little hormones (hypothyroidism).

When the thyroid doesn't function correctly, it can affect every aspect of your health, and in particular, weight, depression and energy levels.  Undiagnosed thyroid problems can dramatically increase your risk of obesity, heart disease, depression, anxiety, hair loss, sexual dysfunction, infertility and a host of other symptoms and health problems.
 

04/06/2009 - Articles

Putting On the Pounds: What to Do to Gain Weight

With so many people trying to slim down, those trying to gain weight can seem a forgotten minority. But, gaining weight can be as big a challenge as weight loss. Read more

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04/06/2009 - Articles

Thyroid gland tests

Tests to detect under- or over-activity of the thyroid gland are done quite often these days. Here's a primer about the commonest tests and what they can tell you. Read more

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04/06/2009 - Articles

Disorders of the thyroid gland

The thyroid is a small gland in the neck, which releases hormones that control how fast the cells in the body work. Read more

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07/28/2006 - Articles

Thyroid Dysfunction and the Obesity Epidemic

In this article Dr Hyman suggests that thyroid gland malfunction is responsible for many cases of overweight, and that, with your doctor's advice, it can be treated by relatively simple lifestyle measures. Read more

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12/19/2005 - Articles

An Underactive Thyroid Carries Cardiac Risks

Two new studies suggest that reduced thyroid gland activity, even if it doesn't cause symptoms, should be taken seriously; it may carry a risk of increased cardiovascular disease . . . Read more

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11/11/2002 - Articles

Lessened thyroid activity and heart attacks

The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that releases hormones that control how fast the cells in the body perform their functions. It has long been known that if this gland is obviously under-active, there is often an accompanying raised blood cholesterol level and high blood . Read more

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