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The Link Between Untreated Hypothyroidism and Chronic Constipation constipation hashimoto's hypothyroidism Jun 19, 2023

It's easy to dismiss occasional bouts of constipation as a result of poor diet choices or insufficient hydration. However, hypothyroidism plays a significant role in causing persistent constipation and is one of the many symptoms of thyroid issues. Hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid gland),...

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Conquering Self-Doubt and Discovering Your Life Purpose confidence life purpose mindset Jun 12, 2023

Confidence is an essential aspect of our lives that greatly impacts how we perceive ourselves and the world around us. It plays a crucial role in determining our actions and decisions, especially when it comes to finding our life purpose and ultimately being fulfilled and happy - isn't that the...

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Understanding the Effects of Untreated Hypothyroidism on the Skin hashimoto's hypothyroidism thyroid thyroid disorders Jun 05, 2023

Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by an underactive thyroid gland, which leads to reduced production of thyroid hormones. These hormones play a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, and development. The great news is that all thyroid issues...

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Embracing Primal Instincts: Standing Up to Bullies and Shaping Self-Confidence bullies confidence mindset May 29, 2023

Some people might think I have been rough on strangers who have tried to bully me. This is how I roll: if you are a stranger and bully me, I will engage my primal instincts to protect myself.

Only a couple of strangers in the past decade have experienced this and instantly regretted it. With...

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How Hypothyroidism Affects Sex Hormones in Men & Women autoimmune thyroid estrogen health hypothyroidism perimenopause progesterone sex hormones testosterone May 22, 2023

Hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone, can have negative effects on sex hormone production and regulation in both men and women. It happened to me. I began having thyroid issues at 30 years old and developed constant, heavy menstrual...

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Adrenals and Thyroid: How Cortisol Impacts Thyroid Hormone Metabolism adrenal fatigue adrenals hypothyroidism reverse t3 May 15, 2023

The adrenal glands and the thyroid gland are two essential components of the endocrine system that work closely together to regulate various physiological processes in the body. The adrenal glands produce a hormone called cortisol in response to stress, and cortisol plays a crucial role in...

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How to Say "No" Confidently: Stop Over-Justifying and Apologizing confidence mindset May 11, 2023

Here is a common scenario: Joe asks Bob if he wants to go to a party on Saturday night and Bob launches into a laundry list of justifications and reasons as to why he can’t go; some of them may even be untrue. Maybe Bob just doesn’t feel like it - but because he’s not...

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The Truth About TSH Suppression in Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy
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The Truth About TSH Suppression in Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy hashimoto's health hypothyroidism suppressed tsh thyroid hormones May 08, 2023

Are you taking thyroid hormones to treat your hypothyroidism but YOUR DOCTOR FREAKS OUT ABOUT A SUPPRESSED TSH on your labs? This is unfortunately very common and I consider it to be borderline malpractice, because it is a misguided, false fear that keeps patients sick and...

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Some Of The Best Gifts In Life Come Wrapped In Sh*t confidence disability mindset May 04, 2023

At the age of 22, I sustained a permanent hand/arm disability (read the full story in part 4 of my book Confident As Fu*k) and then 10 years later I suffered from debilitating, mistreated hypothyroidism. Ooooo I was mad! Getting hit with two debilitating physical issues in my life...

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Understanding the Link Between H. Pylori and Autoimmune Thyroid Disease h.pylori hashimoto's health hypothyroidism May 01, 2023

H.Pylori can be a tough issue to deal with...and the symptoms can be unbearable for many. H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a spiral-shaped bacterium that primarily infects the stomach lining. It's important to note that not everyone infected with H. pylori will develop symptoms or...

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The Power of Your Subconscious Mind & Your Limiting Beliefs confidence limiting beleifs mindset subconscious Apr 27, 2023

If you want to untangle some of your personal conundrums in life - start to turn your attention to your subconscious mind. Your subconscious mind can be envisioned as a vast pool of thoughts, memories, and emotions that exist outside of your conscious awareness. Despite being...

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Myxedema: Unraveling A Serious Symptom of Untreated Hypothyroidism Apr 24, 2023

When I suffered from severe untreated hypothyroidism, I had myxedema and it was horrifying and felt awful (scroll down to see my before and after photos). The sense of bloat and swelling in my limbs was beyond uncomfortable. Every time I bent my knee/leg - it would feel as though I drank an...

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