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Why You Should Supplement With Iodine If You’re Pregnant—Even If You Have Thyroid Disease

August 11, 2016 by Dr. Ruscio Comments Category: Diet & Lifestyle

In Monday’s video we discussed the importance of adequate iodine status in pregnant women in relation to the child’s brain development. The results consistently found that iodine status was more important than either taking thyroid hormone or having higher levels of thyroid hormone. So what do you do if you’re a pregnant woman with thyroid disease? If you need help managing your thyroid and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Diet & Lifestyle Tagged With: Hypothyroidism, iodine, selenium, thyroid, Thyroid Autoimmune, Thyroid Disease, Thyroid Disease In Pregnancy, Thyroid Hormone Replacement

Iodine During Pregnancy Is More Important Than Thyroid Hormone for Your Child’s Brain Development

August 7, 2016 by Dr. Ruscio 10 Comments Category: Diet & Lifestyle

If you have thyroid autoimmunity (aka Hashimoto’s or Graves’), high iodine intake can make your condition worse. But what do you do if you have Hashimoto’s and are pregnant? A recent study provides an answer for mothers that will ensure their child’s brain develops optimally. If you have questions about managing your autoimmunity or iodine intake, click here. Iodine During Pregnancy Is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Diet & Lifestyle Tagged With: iodine, Iodine Supplements, selenium, thyroid, Thyroid Autoimmune, Thyroid Disease In Pregnancy, Thyroid Hormone Levels, Thyroid Hormone Replacement

Will You Become Hypothyroid?

April 3, 2016 by Dr. Ruscio 4 Comments Category: Autoimmunity, Thyroid Disorders

The two main markers that usually lead to hypothyroidism are elevated thyroid antibodies and TSH. Here we discuss simple, effective strategies to help lower your thyroid antibodies and help prevent hypothyroidism. If you need help managing your thyroid health, click here Subscribe to Dr. Ruscio’s YouTube account Will You Become Hypothyroid? Dr. Michael Ruscio: Will I become … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Thyroid Disorders Tagged With: Autoimmune Diseases, Glands, Hypothyroidism, Low Thyroid, Michael Ruscio, thyroid, Thyroid Autoimmune, Thyroid Condition, Thyroid Disease, Thyroid Gland, Thyroid Gland Structure, Thyroid Health, Thyroid Hormone Replacement, Thyroid Hormones, Thyroid Tissue, Thyroids

2 Types of Thyroid Problems. Which One Are You?

June 21, 2015 by Dr. Ruscio 2 Comments Category: Autoimmunity, Thyroid Disorders

2 Types of Thyroid Problems. Which One Are You?

Hypothyroidism can sometimes seem intimidating, there are lots of opinions and differing recommendations. Dr. Ruscio simplifies thyroid problems into 2 categories and helps you determine which one you are. Subscribe to Dr. Ruscio’s YouTube account   2 Types of Thyroid Problems. Which One Are You? Dr. Michael Ruscio: Hi. This is Dr. Ruscio, and welcome to the second part of our … [Read more...]

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