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Do you experience any of these symptoms?
As we have seen with Oprah, excess weight gain may be an issue related to thyroid dysfunction,typically hypo or low-functioning. Whereas difficulty putting on weight may be related to a hyper-functioning thyroid. Anxiety, fatigue, low energy, hair loss, brittle nails, bone or joint issues, sensitivity to cold, eyes that appear to protrude, or a lump in the throat known as goiter .... all may be due to a thyroid disorder. Smoking often accompanies these conditions with great difficulty quitting. The symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism may exist even when lab results display within the "normal" range, and prescribed drugs at best only address part of the body's needs for proper hormonal balance. Thyroid conditions can also be affected by food choices. Baked goods often contain bromides which may subdue thyroid function by bonding at iodine bonding sites. Soy, broccoli, cauliflower and other foods can have a similar effect.
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