Description
PROPERTIES:
Thyroid Stimulant, Adaptogen
INDICATIONS
Thyroid is a complex formula that provides nutritional support for the thyroid
gland, stimulates hormone production, and restores normal metabolic balance
in the body. The thyroid hormones are responsible for the body’s use of energy,
known as the basal metabolic rate (BMR). They are also critical for cell respiration and the production of ATP energy, and are required for normal growth and
development, protein synthesis and energy metabolism. While a blood test can
be used to test for low thyroid activity, thyroid tests are commonly normal yet one
still has the symptoms of low thyroid. These symptoms include fatigue, running
cooler than others (feeling cooler in your body), cold hands and/or feet, sluggish
bowels, and slow digestion.
The amino acid L-tyrosine is a precursor to the thyroid hormone Thyroxine (T4)
and helps stimulate the thyroid gland. Zinc is needed to convert T4 into the active hormone Triiodothyronine (T3) and low levels of zinc have been shown to
contribute to hypothyroidism. The Ayurvedic herbs Ashwagandha, Gotu Kola and
Bacopa all have stimulating effects on the thyroid and support the body’s production of thyroid hormones. Ashwagandha is restorative and rejuvenating for those
experiencing burn-out, weakness, and fatigue. It’s known as the “Ayurvedic”
Ginseng and can give additional Chi or energy and help one adapt to stress.
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Gotu Kola stimulates the thyroid and physical and mental energy and will help
with fatigue, confusion, and general lethargy. Bacopa enhances memory, learning
and concentration while reducing anxiety and stress.
The trace mineral Iodine is required for the production of the thyroid hormones
that regulate the metabolic energy of the body and set the basal metabolic rate
(BMR). Most of the iodine in the body is concentrated in the thyroid. Iodine must
be obtained regularly from the diet, as the body does not store the mineral and
eliminates it quickly. Potassium iodide is a source of iodine that can be easily
taken up by the thyroid gland.
Kelp and Bladderwrack are forms of algae that are rich in iodine and other important
vitamins and minerals including calcium, magnesium, potassium, niacin, riboflavin,
and choline. They also contains algin, a polysaccharide which has been used to
help pull out intestinal toxins and heavy metals.
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) is involved in metabolism and is essential for the body
to utilize carbohydrates, proteins, and fats as energy sources. It is also required to
synthesize cholesterol in the body, which is necessary to produce key hormones.
Bioperine, an extract derived from back pepper, is used to enhance bioavailability
of the nutrients in this formula through increased absorption.
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