Thyroid

Located in your neck, it helps keep your bodily functions running smoothly – so it’s no surprise that what you put into your body will have an impact on its health (and yours).

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Graves’ disease can affect anyone, but it’s more common among women, particularly those under 40. While it can cause a wide array of uncomfortable symptoms that can impact your overall wellbeing, thankfully, it’s a treatable condition. Here are 13 things you should know about this disease and how it affects patients…

Hashimoto’s is a thyroid disease that causes the body’s immune system to attack your thyroid gland, causing inflammation and subsequently an underactive thyroid. We’ve compiled a list of everything a person should know about Hashimoto’s disease.

There are many different disorders that can occur when the thyroid produces either too much hormone (hyperthyroidism) or too little hormone (hypothyroidism). They are also fairly common and range in type and severity and can lead to changes in weight, energy levels, mood, and more. If you suspect you might have a thyroid disorder, go see a doctor to get a proper diagnosis.

The following 15 symptoms could indicate an underactive thyroid, but it’s important to remember that symptoms occur on an individual basis. Each person will experience a different number of these symptoms and to varying degrees. We take a look into what these symptoms are.