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Iodine, Thyroid Hormones and the Thyroid Gland

July 6, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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Iodine and Thyroid Hormones The thyroid gland produces the thyroid hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine), which help to control the body’s rate of metabolism. Both T3 and T4 have similar actions on the body’s tissues, but T3 is a more potent form of the hormone than T4. The thyroid produces considerably more T4 than T3; however, the body’s cells convert T4 into … [Read more...] about Iodine, Thyroid Hormones and the Thyroid Gland

The Thyroid Gland and its Hormones

March 18, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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About the thyroid gland and thyroid hormones The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland which is found in the front of the neck. It is an important gland for controlling the rate of metabolism in the body. It also produces a hormone that helps to regulate the amount of calcium that circulates in the bloodstream. What are the thyroid hormones and what do they do? The … [Read more...] about The Thyroid Gland and its Hormones

Thyroid Function Tests

March 3, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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Thyroid function tests are blood tests which are ordered by doctors to determine how well the thyroid gland is functioning. The thyroid function tests examine the levels of hormones in the bloodstream to determine how well the thyroid can respond to signals from the pituitary gland, and also how well the thyroid gland can produce the thyroid hormones. These tests are commonly … [Read more...] about Thyroid Function Tests

The Thyroid Gland

January 29, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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The Thyroid Gland Function The thyroid gland is an integral part of the human endocrine system. It is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck, lying just below the thyroid cartilage of the larynx (the “Adam’s apple”). The thyroid releases the thyroid hormones T3 and T4 (thyroxines), which perform a number of roles in the body, including: Growth Increases in … [Read more...] about The Thyroid Gland

Causes of a Thyroid Lump

December 27, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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About the causes of a thyroid lump The thyroid gland is an essential part of the human anatomy. It rests in the neck, near the larynx, and it secretes hormones that control our growth and our development through our metabolic processes. So, if your thyroid gland is operating normally you will have a healthy metabolic rate. Meaning you can eat a reasonable number of calories … [Read more...] about Causes of a Thyroid Lump

Unhealthy Weight Loss and Hyperthyroidism

December 2, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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Function of the Thyroid Gland Your thyroid gland regulates and governs your metabolism by producing the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. If your thyroid does not produce enough T3 and T4, you have what is called hypothyroidism, which results in uncontrollable weight gain, fatigue, depression, and other issues. Severe, untreated hypothyroidism can result in severe weight gain, coma, … [Read more...] about Unhealthy Weight Loss and Hyperthyroidism

What is the Thyroid Gland?

October 7, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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What Is the Thyroid Gland? People often ask us 'what is the thyroid gland.' The thyroid gland is one of the most important glands in the human body. If it doesn’t function properly, we can suffer from energy problems, weight fluctuations, mental health issues, sweating, fatigue, baldness, among many other symptoms. Thyroid gland function The thyroid is one of the body’s … [Read more...] about What is the Thyroid Gland?

The All-Important Thyroid Gland and Common Thyroid Problems

September 23, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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The human body contains several glands and organs that are responsible for a myriad of different tasks within the body. If one of these glands starts functioning poorly, a huge assortment of debilitating or even life-threatening symptoms may ensue. One of the most significant glands within the human body is the thyroid. This gland is shaped like a butterfly and is located at … [Read more...] about The All-Important Thyroid Gland and Common Thyroid Problems

Thyroid Gland

June 8, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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The All-Important Thyroid Gland and Common Problems The human body contains several glands and organs that are responsible for a myriad of different tasks within the body. If one of these glands starts functioning poorly, a huge assortment of debilitating or even life-threatening symptoms may ensue. One of the most significant glands within the human body is the thyroid. This … [Read more...] about Thyroid Gland

Learning about the Thyroid Gland

June 7, 2013 By @ThyroidClinic

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About the thyroid gland Many health problems, from fatigue and weight loss to sleep troubles and baldness, can be traced to dysfunctions of the thyroid gland. Learning about the thyroid gland, how it works, how it goes wrong, and how we can keep it healthy are all important to maintaining a balanced life. Firstly, it’s important to know exactly what the thyroid is. Like the … [Read more...] about Learning about the Thyroid Gland

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