By Randi Mann, WHNP-BC, NCMP, APNP By now, you’ve likely heard about gluten intolerance. The buzz word “gluten-free” is everywhere in the health world. But how impactful is gluten? For those with thyroid issues, it may be affecting you more than you realize. ...
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Why Gluten-Free is Imperative for Thyroid Sufferers
Hypothyroidism is one of the most common thyroid disorders. The American Thyroid Association estimates 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease and women are 5 to 8 times more likely than men to develop thyroid problems. Hypothyroidism is characterized...
Gluten – What’s All The Fuss?
Many people today are discovering that exposure to gluten makes them sick. Gluten, a protein found in many grains (wheat, semolina, barley, rye, spelt, and kamut), can cause serious health issues for some people. Consuming gluten can be life-threatening to anyone with...