Your Thyroid plays a part in every function of your body and approximately 59 million Americans have a thyroid problem.

1. “A Hormone Powerhouse”

2. One of your largest endocrine glands and
plays a part in every function of the body.
Thyroid come from the Greek word for
“shield-shaped” because it resembles a shield.

3.  Metabolism
 Body temperature
 Heart rate
 Ovulation
 Protein synthesis
 Skin health
 Hair growth

4. Approximately 59 million Americans
have a Thyroid problem!

5. • Toxic environments
• Hormone imbalances
• Chronic stress
• Frequent antibiotic therapy
• Genetic disorders
• Radiation
• Smoking
• Tumors

6. Hyperthyroidism - occurs when your thyroid levels are too
high. Much less common than hypothyroidism.
Hypothyroidism – occurs when your thyroid levels are too
low. 17% - 40% of the population suffers from an underactive
thyroid whether or not they’re aware of it.

7. Grogginess
Heart palpitations
High blood pressure
Anxiety
Weight loss
An intolerance to heat
Diarrhea
Excess sweating
Bone growth
Protruding eyes

8.  Kale
 Cabbage
 Spinach
 Mustard greens
 Brussel sprouts
 Peaches
 Pears
 Turnips
 Broccoli
 Cauliflower
 Soy
 Flouride

9. Hair loss
Cold hands and feet
Depression
Weight gain
Dry skin
Headaches
Fatigue
Lower-than-average body temperature
High cholesterol
Constipation
Brittle hair

10.  Seafood
 Watercress
 Radishes
 Garlic
 Seaweed
 Egg yolks
 Yogurt
 Cottage cheese
 Wheat germ
 Mushrooms
 Poultry or beef
 Watermelon

11. • Obesity
• Heart disease
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Hair Loss
• Sexual dysfunction
• Infertility

12. Don’t let thyroid issues go undiagnosed!

13. http://denverhormonehealth.com/hormones/thyroid/