Re: Depression and the thyroid

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Addressing Thyroid related health disorders

Sometimes (most often is more accurate) the thyroid gland and in general the

glandular system takes over the burden of detoxification (internal cleaning)

when the regular channels of elimination are overburdened. So, number one on the

" to do " list with a thyroid problem is to pay attention to and help your

detoxification organs (intestinal tract, liver, kidneys, and lungs) to function

at full effectiveness. Doing this job will assist in relieving any

detoxification burden on your thyroid gland that can be relieved.

To explain the above concept further, here's an example of how the

detoxification system is related to the glandular system. It is a well known

medical fact, that certain forms of harmful bacteria can produce toxic

substances in the intestinal tract. These toxic substances travel to the liver

from the intestines and impair the liver's ability to manufacture and utilize T3

(T3 is a relative of thyroxin and it helps regulate the speed of metabolism in

the tissues). Friendly bacteria are very important to stop harmful bacteria

from producing these toxic substances. As a result of repopulating your

intestinal tract with potent friendly bacteria, your liver should have an

increased ability to function normally and this could indirectly support your

thyroid gland.

When you choose your friendly bacteria supplements, make sure they are

microblended with a whole food rich in minerals such as: acidophilus and bifidus

microblended with kelp or blue green algae - http://tinyurl.com/24ajq and

http://tinyurl.com/26rur. The minerals in these sea vegetables enables the

friendly bacteria to increase their speed of multiplication in the gut and will

also increase the total number of organisms (friendly bacteria) that will

eventually flourish in your intestines.

Number two in the " to do " list is to make sure you're getting enough minerals in

your diet (iodine, iron and selenium). In the past, doctors used to think that

a deficiency of iodine alone was a cause of the dysfunction of the thyroid

gland. But it is known today that selenium is critical in activating an enzyme

responsible for controlling thyroid function. However, taking isolated iodine

and selenium supplements is not a good idea because humans require only a few

micrograms of these nutrients each day to meet normal needs. Too much of either

of these minerals can produce toxicity. It is best to find foods high in these

minerals: Blue green algae - http://tinyurl.com/g1iz, dulse, kelp and other sea

vegetables are high in iodine and selenium. When consumed as part of a whole

food, these minerals can be assimilated and utilized for thyroid hormone

synthesis by your body without fear of toxicity.

Other dietary recommendations:

• Enzyme Therapy: Since the endocrine glands are driven by digested foods.

Correcting any digestive problems with the use of plant-based digestive enzymes

is a good idea -http://tinyurl.com/mkwo .

• Coconut oil is the most healthy saturated fat for the endocrine glands.

Raw butter is as good. Coconut oil stimulates thyroid function and thus

promotes weight loss in those who are overweight.

• Fruits and fruits smoothies are important to help modulate blood sugar and

calm the adrenal glands and normalize production of thyroid hormone.

• Carrots' fiber tones the bowel, binds toxins and reduces the reabsorption

of estrogen.

• Do not drink tap water. Some city water contains organic hydrocarbons

which could result in blocking the activity of thyroid hormones. Make sure you

drink only spring water.

• Simplify your diet. Eat the following for a period of three months:

salmon, eggs (boiled), yams, fruits, and vegetables (juice parsley, celery,

carrots and apples), brown rice, seeds and nuts, coconut butter or coconut oil

for cooking.

• Supplements use is important: 300 to 400 mg. of CoQ10 (daily for three

months) - http://tinyurl.com/f1f7. Plus for the long term, food enzymes with

meals, friendly bacteria, wheat sprouts - http://tinyurl.com/6vxtu, and blue

green algae supplements.

Following this plan, you're likely to see the potential of great improvement

without the use of medications.

Resources:

Food Is Your Best Medicine. Henry Bieler, M.D.

The Enzyme Cure. Lee.

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> Hi everyone, I have an underactive thyroid which in turn has sparked off

Depression. I have been getting better but was wondering if anyone has any

advice they could give me in regards to what I should be eating and also any

supplements I should be taking. Thanks Maree

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