Thyroid Issues
Symptoms of Low Thyroid (hypothyroidism)
* Fatique and weakness
* Weight gain
* Poor Memory
* Slurred or slow speech
* Cold hands and feet
* Dry or coarse skin and hair
* Low basal temperature
The thyroid gland is a gland in the neck that controls the rate of function for every cell and gland in the body, including metabolism, growth, and healing. Your health cannot be maintained unless the thyroid is working well.
Women suffer thyroid problems more than men, especially hypo (low) thyroid function. It is thought that the flux between the reproductive hormones — e.g., estrogen and progesterone — and the thyroid hormones is the cause of this. Many women experience hypothyroidism during perimenopause, the period before menopause, as well as during adolescence or pregnancy, the two other periods of time when hormones are in flux.
Progesterone cream can be used for a few months to see if this brings relief. If the symptoms still exist, Armour Thyroid (a combination of cow (bovine) and pig (porcine) thyroid extract or synthesized thyroid hormones such as levothyroxine (Synthroid) can be used.
Can Soya Affect Your Thyroid?
There has been much debate over soya in recent years. In 1991, Japanese research indicated that eating 30 grams of soya a day resulted in a large increase in thyroid stimulating hormone. Eating soya over a long period of time can suppress thyroid gland activity. This can lead to goitre, hypothyroidism and auto-immune disease.
There are some soya products that can be eaten safely. These include fermented soy products such as tempeh, miso and soy sauce. The natural toxins in soya are counteracted by the long fermentation process of these foods. As with anything, eat in moderation.
I’m glad to come across with this article which makes me aware about thyroid issues. I really love to eat soya, good thing that it’s not available regularly in our area otherwise, I’d be one of those thyroid victims by now. But it’s never too late, glad I haven’t yet noticed any of the symptons as stated above.
Anything in moderation is okay, including soya. It is best to eat organic soya, but remember, everything in moderation.