Re: coconut oil: Patty

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Hi Anita,

That sounds like a good sign!

My temperature always used to be in the low ranges as well....96 and 97, but since I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's and have been on thyroid meds, I am doing great. I think I saw where you mentioned your TSH was in the normal range. Have you had the anti-TPO antibody test? You can have a normal TSH and still have thyroid problems. There are many supportive things you can do for the thyroid. Here is an article I have posted in our files on the thyroid:

THE THYROIDLow thyroid function is a common cause of chronic fatigue, yet is often overlooked because the serum measurement of thyroid hormone may not accuratelyreflect low thyroid hormone levels. Mild, or subclinical, hypothyroidism cango undetected. Low thyroid hormone levels can mimic CFS, but differ in that the malaise of CFS includes flu-like symptoms. The primary symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue and feeling deep-in-your-bones cold, withoutflu-like symptoms. Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease, does includethe flu-like symptoms of CFS.In the case of thyroiditis, the immune system attacks the thyroid gland; as a result inadequate amounts of thyroid hormones are produced, resulting in fatigue, weight gain and other CFS symptoms. Hypothyroidism is common in CFSbecause of the changes in the hypothalamic area of the brain (which affectthe hormones of the body) and the upregulation of the immune system (causingthe production of antibodies to the thyroid.)The thyroid, located in the lower portion of the throat, produces thyroidhormones which are essential to the regulation of metabolism, or the rate thatcells burn oxygen. Because thyroid hormones are important in all bodilyfunctions, their deficienty has widespread effects. Hypothyroidism causes decreased utilization of fat, which means a moderate weight gain in those whoare ill. Women with mild hypothyroidism tend to have a history of heavy menses,with irregular cycles. Depression is common, as well as difficulty thinkingclearly. There can also be muscle weakness and joint stiffness. Dry rough, scaly skin, as well as coarse, dry brittle hair are common in hypothyroidism. Cravings for sugar and carbohydrates are also noted.The old fashioned way to determine thyroid functioning, developed by Dr. Breda, is to take your basal body temperature. This is done by shaking downa thermometer at night and placing it beside your bed. When you wake upin the morning, before getting up, place the thermometer under your armpit for10 minutes. Don't get up until the results are read. Record the results for three consective mornings. Women who menstruate should perform the test duringthe second, third and fourth days of their menses; all others can take the testat any time. Your normal, resting temperature should be between 97.6 and 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit. People who are hypothyroid tend to have a pattern of lower basal body temperatures.HEALTHY THYROID INTERVENTIONSThyroid replacement allows the glands to rest and repair, easing its constantjob of hormone production. Some physicians prescribe thyroid replacement without having abnormal laboratory results. Treatment involves the use of synthetic thyroid hormone, or desiccated thyroidextract; however, people who are chemically sensitive tend to do better using the desiccated form. Health food stores also offer a milder form of thyroid extract. A diet rich in vitamins A, C, E, and most B vitamins, and particularlyiodine can help stimulate the production of thyroid hormone. Kelp is a good source of iodine, as well as cod and cod-liver oil, seaweed, dulse, lobster,shrimp, crab, haddock, halibut and herring. Other foods, such as garlic, radishes, watercress, egg yolks, wheat germ, brewer's yeast, mushrooms,watermelon, tropical fruits and coconut oil are thyroid stimulating. The amino acid tyrosine is necessary for the production of thyroid hormone, which is comprised of tyrosine and iodine. Tyrosine supplements can helpstimulate thyroid function. (250-750 mg, taken between meals.)Exercise also stimulates the secretion of the thyroid gland.A 2-4 week diet of only raw foods, with heavy emphasis on raw greens, seaweed,nuts, seeds, sprouted beans and seeds, and freshly extracted vegetable juicescan help improve thyroid function. Certain foods should be temporarily avoided, as they diminish the release of thyroid hormone and interfere with hormone production. These include mustard greens, kale, cabbage, peanuts, soy flour, millet, brussels sprouts, cauliflower,broccoli, turnips, kohlrabi, spinach, and unsaturated oils, such as flax, soybean,safflower, corn, and canola.----- Original Message -----

From: anita kessler

Sent: Friday, February 06, 2004 1:07 AM

Subject: Re: coconut oil: Patty

HI PATTY, I JUST GOT MY COCONUT OIL ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO AND I NOTICED THAT WHEN I TAKE IT (ABOUT A TEASPOON A DAY) I FEEL HOT AND I SWEAT. FOR ME SWEATING IS A GOOD THING BECAUSE ONE OF THE THINGS THAT HAPPENED AFTER I GOT MY IMPLANTS IS THAT I STOPPED SWEATING. THAT'S GOT TO BE TOXIC! HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF THIS HAPPENING BEFORE WITH THE COCONUT OIL? MY TEMPERATURE IS ALWAYS IN THE 96 OR 97 DEGREE LEVEL WHEN I GO TO THE DOCTOR AND I AM ALWAYS COLD. ANITA

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PATTY, WHAT DOES THE ANTI-TPO ANTIBODY TEST SHOW? I DID NOT HAVE THAT AS FAR AS I KNOW. ANITA ----- Original Message ----- From: ~*Patty*~ Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2004 7:57 AM Subject: Re: coconut oil: Patty Hi Anita, That sounds like a good sign! My temperature always used to be in the low ranges as well....96 and 97, but since I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's and have been on thyroid meds, I am doing great. I think I saw where you mentioned your TSH was in the normal range. Have you had the anti-TPO antibody test? You can have a normal TSH and still have thyroid problems. There are many supportive things you can do for the thyroid. Here is an article I have posted in our files on the thyroid: THE THYROIDLow thyroid function is a common cause of chronic fatigue, yet is often overlooked because the serum measurement of thyroid hormone may not accuratelyreflect low thyroid hormone levels. Mild, or subclinical, hypothyroidism cango undetected. Low thyroid hormone levels can mimic CFS, but differ in that the malaise of CFS includes flu-like symptoms. The primary symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue and feeling deep-in-your-bones cold, withoutflu-like symptoms. Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease, does includethe flu-like symptoms of CFS.In the case of thyroiditis, the immune system attacks the thyroid gland; as a result inadequate amounts of thyroid hormones are produced, resulting in fatigue, weight gain and other CFS symptoms. Hypothyroidism is common in CFSbecause of the changes in the hypothalamic area of the brain (which affectthe hormones of the body) and the upregulation of the immune system (causingthe production of antibodies to the thyroid.)The thyroid, located in the lower portion of the throat, produces thyroidhormones which are essential to the regulation of metabolism, or the rate thatcells burn oxygen. Because thyroid hormones are important in all bodilyfunctions, their deficienty has widespread effects. Hypothyroidism causes decreased utilization of fat, which means a moderate weight gain in those whoare ill. Women with mild hypothyroidism tend to have a history of heavy menses,with irregular cycles. Depression is common, as well as difficulty thinkingclearly. There can also be muscle weakness and joint stiffness. Dry rough, scaly skin, as well as coarse, dry brittle hair are common in hypothyroidism Cravings for sugar and carbohydrates are also noted.The old fashioned way to determine thyroid functioning, developed by Dr. Breda, is to take your basal body temperature. This is done by shaking downa thermometer at night and placing it beside your bed. When you wake upin the morning, before getting up, place the thermometer under your armpit for10 minutes. Don't get up until the results are read. Record the results for three consective mornings. Women who menstruate should perform the test duringthe second, third and fourth days of their menses; all others can take the testat any time. Your normal, resting temperature should be between 97.6 and 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit. People who are hypothyroid tend to have a pattern of lower basal body temperatures.HEALTHY THYROID INTERVENTIONSThyroid replacement allows the glands to rest and repair, easing its constantjob of hormone production. Some physicians prescribe thyroid replacement without having abnormal laboratory results. Treatment involves the use of synthetic thyroid hormone, or desiccated thyroidextract; however, people who are chemically sensitive tend to do better using the desiccated form. Health food stores also offer a milder form of thyroid extract. A diet rich in vitamins A, C, E, and most B vitamins, and particularlyiodine can help stimulate the production of thyroid hormone. Kelp is a good source of iodine, as well as cod and cod-liver oil, seaweed, dulse, lobster,shrimp, crab, haddock, halibut and herring. Other foods, such as garlic, radishes, watercress, egg yolks, wheat germ, brewer's yeast, mushrooms,watermelon, tropical fruits and coconut oil are thyroid stimulating. The amino acid tyrosine is necessary for the production of thyroid hormone, which is comprised of tyrosine and iodine. Tyrosine supplements can helpstimulate thyroid function. (250-750 mg, taken between meals.)Exercise also stimulates the secretion of the thyroid gland.A 2-4 week diet of only raw foods, with heavy emphasis on raw greens, seaweed,nuts, seeds, sprouted beans and seeds, and freshly extracted vegetable juicescan help improve thyroid function. Certain foods should be temporarily avoided, as they diminish the release of thyroid hormone and interfere with hormone production. These include mustard greens, kale, cabbage, peanuts, soy flour, millet, brussels sprouts, cauliflower,broccoli, turnips, kohlrabi, spinach, and unsaturated oils, such as flax, soybean,safflower, corn, and canola.----- Original Message ----- From: anita kessler Sent: Friday, February 06, 2004 1:07 AM Subject: Re: coconut oil: Patty HI PATTY, I JUST GOT MY COCONUT OIL ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO AND I NOTICED THAT WHEN I TAKE IT (ABOUT A TEASPOON A DAY) I FEEL HOT AND I SWEAT. FOR ME SWEATING IS A GOOD THING BECAUSE ONE OF THE THINGS THAT HAPPENED AFTER I GOT MY IMPLANTS IS THAT I STOPPED SWEATING. THAT'S GOT TO BE TOXIC! HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF THIS HAPPENING BEFORE WITH THE COCONUT OIL? MY TEMPERATURE IS ALWAYS IN THE 96 OR 97 DEGREE LEVEL WHEN I GO TO THE DOCTOR AND I AM ALWAYS COLD. ANITA

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That will tell you if you have anti-bodies to the thyroid. If you do, that means autoimmune thyroiditis, better known as Hashimoto's, where your own body is attacking your thyroid. This has all the symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Patty

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From: anita kessler

Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2004 11:06 AM

Subject: Re: coconut oil: Patty

PATTY, WHAT DOES THE ANTI-TPO ANTIBODY TEST SHOW? I DID NOT HAVE THAT AS FAR AS I KNOW. ANITA