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Celiac and Endocrine Autoimmune Disorders in Children
Is the relationship between celiac disease and autoimmune diseases mediated by gluten exposure?
Natural Thyroid Remedy - What To Do When You Can't Lose Weight
Are you one of the millions of women who diet and exercise and still can't lose weight? If the problem is your thyroid gland, you can't lose weight dieting but there is an easy way to lose weight. Read on to learn how your under active thyroid gland might be keeping you fat.
Your Thyroid and How It Works
Your Thyroid gland is quite small and located in the area of your windpipe near your Adam's Apple. While it may be a small organ it has a mighty big job to do every single day by regulating T3 and T4 hormones, which are responsible namely for metabolism. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can b
Eating the Right Diet With a Thyroid Problem
They say you are what you eat and this has never been more true when it comes to a diet for people with thyroid disease. Here we take a look at some of the foods to give your thyroid a boost, as well as some to avoid.
Medical History and Physical Exam for Lupus
A physical examination for suspected lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE) includes a thorough check of your skin, joints, lungs and breathing, nervous system, and heart.The medical history includes questions about:Arthritis, joint, or muscle pain.Weight loss or fatigue.Skin rashes, ...
Ultimate Fat Burners And The Role Of Thyroid Hormones
Consuming less calories doesn't seem to be a good solution for fat loss. Phosphates and 7-Keto can support thyroid levels so that burning the calories while dieting is not a headache.
How to Strengthen the Spleen
The spleen, located under the rib cage on the left side of the torso, serves as the main organ for digestion. The spleen is responsible for absorbing and transporting nutrients, safeguarding the body against infection and promoting the body's metabolism of body fluid, according to Boston Health Coac
Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)-Cause
Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE) is an autoimmune disease, in which the immune system attacks the body's own tissues as though they were foreign substances. Lupus is not contagious.
Early Clinical Data on IL-17 Blockade in Psoriasis
Often severely physically and emotionally debilitating, psoriasis has driven investigators to strive to better characterize its complex immune pathogenesis.
What is an Underactive Thyroid and How Does it Affect You?
Your doctor has told you that you have an underactive thyroid...so now what? You have hypothyroidism-will you need to take thyroid medication for the rest of your life?
Activities on the Immune System for Kids
The immune system defends the body against things such as bacteria, microbes and viruses that are trying to invade your body. This is an efficient system consisting of a network of cells, tissues and organs that work together to protect the body. Often this system works well but problems can lead to
C-reactive Protein at the Interface Between Innate Immunity, Inflammation
The biological mechanisms by which CRP exerts its effects on the immune system is discussed.
Coconut Oil and Vitamin D Can Affect Your Hypothyroid Symptoms
Nutrition is so important in helping fight your hypothyroid symptoms. In addition to the basic nutrients, there are a few other things to consider as well. Coconut oil and vitamin D are two things you want to consider adding into your diet.
Are You Paying to Get Fat? What You Need to Know About Thyroid Nutrition and Food Intolerance
70% of people who do restrictive diets put these pounds back on, and 50% of them put on even more before they started. Are you kidding me? No. Are we paying to get fatter? There are major deal breakers that will sabotage your weight; addressing them is critical in weight management. You can starve y
Signs & Symptoms of Chronic Disease
Chronic diseases can cause aches and pains, such as headaches.headache image by forca from Fotolia.comChronic disease is a catch-all phrase for a wide range on illnesses and conditions. Essentially, "chronic" means the disease is ongoing or recurring. Chronic diseases run a wide gamut...
All About Thyromine
Thyromine is a non-prescription herbal supplement to support thyroid function distributed by a company called Ultra Herbal. It is used as a natural treatment for an under-active or inactive thyroid (otherwise known as hypothyroidism).
How to Prevent Neurosyphilis
Neurosyphilis is simply the aftermath of Syphilis. Syphilis is a bacterium that is commonly spread through any type of sexual contact with another person. Neurosyphilis does not take place until long after you have contacted Syphilis, at least 10 years. If you develop this disease, it is life-threat
Thyroid Blood Tests - What is the Difference?
The thyroid is an important gland in a person's body and it helps regulate chemical processes, hormones, and their metabolism. Thyroid blood tests are used to determine whether or not this gland is running properly. There are several different types of thyroid tests available, each one leading
Simple and Effective Thyroid Remedies - These Thyroid Remedies Can Produce Stunning Results Quickly!
If you have a dysfunctional thyroid, the minor symptoms that you are experiencing now can lead to serious health complications down the road if it is not properly diagnosed and treated. Some of the warning signs that may be telling you that you may have a thyroid condition include chronic fatigue, h
Statins May Not Benefit Kids With Lupus
The routine use of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs in children and adolescents with systemic lupus is not warranted, a new study suggests.