Table of Contents
Foreword Dr Sherrill Sellman, ND xi
Preface xiii
Introduction xv
Chapter 1 The Thyroid Gland 1
The Role of the Thyroid Gland
Past Generations Did Not Have Our Thyroid Problems
The TSH Test: How Accurate Is It?
The Relationship Between FT4, FT3, RT3 and TSH
How to Naturally Lower RT3 Levels
Chapter 2 Thyroid Medication 9
Problems with Thyroid Medication
Medication Conversion Problems (T4 to T3)
Non-Thyroid Drug Suggestions
Medications and Medical Treatments that Reduce Thyroid Levels
Medications and Thyroid Disease
Medications that Decrease Nutrient Absorption
Medications that increase Nutritional Requirements
Medications That Lower Thyroid Function
Chapter 3 An Overview of Thyroid Disease 16
Hypothyroidism
Mildly Underactive Thyroid
Primary Hypothyroidism
Secondary Hypothyroidism
Tertiary Hypothyroidism
Thyroid Surgery
Autoimmune Disorders of the Thyroid
Additional Complications of Thyroid Disease
Gut Disease
Breast Cancer
Reversing Thyroid Disease-Naturally
Chapter 4 Thyroid Disrupters and Inhibitors 22
Thyroid Disrupters: Enzymes
Iodothyronine Deiodinase and Mercury
Aadenylate Cyclase and Chemical Pollutants
Other Thyroid Inhibitors
Aging Process
Lack of Important Nutrients
The Liver Affects Conversion of T4 to T3
Glyphosate
Soy Inhibits Thyroid Function
Adrenal Stress and Fatigue
Adrenal Glands and the Pancreas
The Adrenal Glands
How the Adrenals Respond to Stress
Adrenal Gland Laboratory Testing
Adrenal Gland Dysfunction
Supporting the Adrenal Glands
Chapter 5 Hashimoto's Disease 32
Immune Imbalance
Balancing Th1 and Th2 Cells
Hashimoto's Disease and Gluten
Correcting Hashimoto's Immune Imbalance
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Affects Brain Health
Hashimoto's Disrupts the Brain's Immune System
Related Disorders
Viral and Bacterial Infections
Epstein-Barr Infection and Hashimoto's
Treat Epstein-Barr Virus Naturally
Chemical Toxins
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Lab Tests for Leaky Gut
Zonulin and Gut Permeability
Nutritional Recommendations for Leaky Gut
Celiac Disease and Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Chapter 6 Hyperthyroidism 45
Causes of Hyperthyroidism
Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism
The Holistic Approach to Hyperthyroidism
Foods Can Help Reduce Hormone Secretion
Supplements
Herbal Medicine for Thyroid Health
Bugleweed
Motherwort
Lemon Balm
Hawthorn
Turmeric
Herbs for Other Specific Thyroid Imbalances
Blue Flag
Ashwagandha
Eleuthero
Bladderwrack
Pokeweed
Guggul
Other Conditions Affecting Thyroid Health
Goiters
Menopause
Oral Contraceptives
Pregnancy
Stress
Sleep Deprivation
Thyroid Cancer
Cancer Development
Case History: Full Reversal of Thyroid Cancer
Teas for Cancer Treatment
Weight Loss on Juice Fast
Chapter 7 L-Tyrosine and Iodine 61
L-Tyrosine: The Rising Star
L-Tyrosine: What Does It Regulate and Affect?
Tyrosine and Phenylalanine
L-Tyrosine is a Major Metabolic Component
L-Tyrosine as Antidepressant
Foods High in Tyrosine Help Raise Dopamine
L-Tyrosine Helps Stress
L-Tyrosine Benefits Neural Aging
Memory
Vegetabies/Fruits
Other
Foods That Lower Dopamine
Tyrosine Supplementation
Iodine
Iodine Deficiency
The Wonders of Iodine Iodine
Prevents and Treats Breast Cancer
Iodine Allergy and Fetus Development
How Safe is Iodine Supplementation?
Iodine Kills Antibiotic Resistant Germs
Chapter 8 Homeopathic Remedies for Thyroid Conditions 70
Homeopathic Remedies for Hyperthyroidism
Iodum (Iodine)
Lachesis (Bushmaster)
Nat mur (Sodium Chloride)
Fucus vesiculosus (Sea kelp)
Lycopus (Bugleweed)
Phytolacca Decandra
Ferrum iod (Iron Iodide)
Spongia tosta (Roasted Sponge)
Homeopathic Remedies for Hypothyroidism
Fucus vesiculosus (Sea kelp)
Kali carbonicum (Potassium carbonate)
Graphites (Graphite/Black Lead)
Sepia officinalis (Ink of Cuttlefish)
Calcares carbonic (Calcium carbonate)
Nux Vomica (Quaker Button)
Lycopodium clavatum (Club Moss)
Treating Goiter with Homeopathy
Graves' Disease
Chapter 9 How to Care for Your Thyroid Gland 81
Nutrition for Thyroid Gland Disorders
Sugar and Caffeine
Good Fats
Protein
L-Tyrosine
Probiotics
Nutrition for Thyroid Dysfunction
Zinc
Iron and B12
Iodine
Selenium
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs)
EPA/DHA Fatty Acids
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Antioxidants
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin E
Vitamin B Complex
Magnesium
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) Enzyme
Candida and Gut Permeability
N-acetyl-cysteine and Candida
Probiotics and Gut Flora
Conclusion 91
Herbal Remedies: Additional Research Resources 93
Bibliography 95
About the Author 109
