Revitalize Your Autoimmune Health

Camille & Bret McClellan
Jan 16, 2016
2 min read

THYROID INFLUENCE ON THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Every cell in the immune system has receptor sites particularly for thyroid hormones. This means the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ located in the base of your neck, plays a critical role in the immune system.

The thyroid gland’s main function is to regulate hormones. Just a slight imbalance can already cause a drastic difference in how you feel. This is when health issues appear. Many of the imbalances include side effects such as:

Weight gain
Infertility
Insomnia
Depression
Brain Fog
Joint Pain
Digestive Complaints
Fatigue
Hair Loss
Low Sex Drive

CAUSES OF HORMONAL IMBALANCES

Hormonal balance is essential to a healthy mind and body but it can be disrupted in many ways. Hormonal imbalances can occur naturally. For instance, women experience them during periods of puberty, menopause and perimenopause. However, they can also be caused by other factors like:

Ingestion of too much carbs
Increased stress levels
Exposure to heavy metals (avoid food that contain sulfur)
Food intolerance such as allergies to gluten and dairy (try to remove from your diet)
Deficiencies in Iodine and Selenium (try to add to your diet)

HERBS AND SUPPLEMENTATION FOR THYROID BALANCE

Individuals with hormonal imbalances are often advised to undergo hormone therapy. While pharmaceutical medicine can indeed restore thyroid balance, it also comes with side effects including but not limited to:

Tiredness
Problems getting an erection
Hot flashes and extreme sweating
Breast tenderness
Pain
Weight gain
Memory problems
Mood swings
Depression

Taking hormones may also increase your risk for:

Blood clots
Breast cancer
Heart disease
Stroke

Luckily, there are natural ways to reduce daily inflammatory response. Here are some herbs and supplementation to reestablish thyroid balance:

Omega-3s (salmon or grill oil, flax seeds, chai seeds, walnuts)
Vitamin C
Ginger
Dandelion Root
Milk Thistle
Evening Primrose
Hemp Seeds

AVOIDING “LEAKY GUT SYNDROME”

From the sound of it, you may think that the “Leaky Gut Syndrome” only affects the digestive system. It doesn’t. It is the source of many other health conditions.

Research suggests that it is the cause of your food allergies, low energy, joint pain, thyroid dysfunctions, autoimmune conditions and slow metabolism.

How can you prevent the progression of “Leaky Gut Syndrome?” Here are some food choices that can help:

Digestive enzymes, pre and probiotics
Sprouted seeds
Fermented veggies
Kefir

I know that it can be hard to buy organic but it is important since many foods contain toxins, antibiotics and pesticides.

REVITALIZE YOUR AUTOIMMUNE HEALTH

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If you seek to revitalize your immune system in natural ways, we at McClellan Natural Health and Wellness are more than happy to support you as you journey to a healthier you. Call us today at 770-865-7232 to learn how we can help. You may also send us a message at Camille@McClellanNaturalHealth.com.