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Supplement Options

​The following conditions can severely impact how your body utilizes thyroid hormone. The supplements listed in each category can help address areas of deficiency or concern. Always work with a practitioner prior to supplementation.

  1. Autoimmune Disease
  2. Nutrient Deficiencies
  3. Adrenal Fatigue
  4. Leaky Gut Syndrome
  5. Sex Hormone Imbalances
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Supplements for Autoimmune Conditions

An autoimmune disease is a dysfunction of the immune system where immune cells mistakenly destroy healthy cells instead of what the body perceives as an invader.​ These conditions create antibodies to the cells of a specific organ or throughout the entire body.

There are many different types of autoimmune diseases that can affect various body systems. For thyroid patients, they are Hashimoto’s and Grave’ disease. The commonality is an immune response. It can be caused by heredity, infections, inflammation, heavy metals, and/or food sensitivities.

​While addressing the root cause is critical for autoimmune remission, there are many supportive ways that you can help stop the attack on your thyroid.

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Selenium

This micronutrient has a crucial role in the
maintenance of immune-endocrine function...
    • This micronutrient has a crucial role in the maintenance of immune-endocrine function, metabolism, and cellular homeostasis [1] which can help reverse Hashimoto’s.
    • Helps to convert T4 (the “storage” hormone) to T3 (the “active” form)

 

 

Recommendation

Douglas Laboratories Selenium

Innate Response Selenium

NOTE: 200 mcg is generally recommended by integrative practitioners to help lower antibodies
​[2, 3].

Probiotics

Intestinal permeability is one of the root
causes for developing autoimmune issues...
  • Intestinal permeability is one of the root causes for developing autoimmune issues. Probiotics help repopulate the good bacteria in the intestines and help build a healthy terrain for immunity [4-5].
  • Be sure to avoid gluten and to address food sensitivities if you are trying to heal intestinal permeability. See the “intestinal permeability” table below for more information [6].
Recommendation

VSL 3

Klaire Labs Ther-Biotic Complete

NOTE: Rotate probiotics every few months to populate a variety of strains in the intestinal tract. Aim for a multi-strain brand that has at least 50 billion colony-forming units [4].

Colostrum

Known as the highly concentrated "milk" in the
first feeding of a nursing...
  • Known as the highly concentrated “milk” in the first feeding of a nursing mammal mother which contains large amounts of immune-supporting compounds. </li
  • Research demonstrates that colostrum allows for the transfer of passive immunity, and may offer disease protection [7].
Recommendation

Sovereign Laboratories Colostrum-LD

​​Immune Tree Colostrum

NOTE: Look for a high quality bovine colostrum sourced from grass-fed cows.

Plant Sterols

​Helps promote a balanced immune system by improving the
balance of T-helper 1 to T-helper 2 cells...
  • ​Helps promote a balanced immune system by improving the balance of T-helper 1 to T-helper 2 cells, enhancing cellular immunity, and down-regulating an overactive immune response.
  • Promotes balance of adrenal hormones, cortisol, and DHEA, and works to protect against negative stress reactions [8].​
Recommendation*

Thorne Moducare

​Moducare Immune Support

NOTE: May lower blood sugar.Diabetics should monitor their levels closely. May require a reduction in insulin requirements [12].

Curcumin

Regulates immune responses and helps with the inhibition
of NF-kappaB...
  • ​Regulates immune responses and helps with the inhibition of NF-kappaB (the protein complex that fuels inflammatory responses) in chronic disease, including autoimmune conditions [9].
  • Has demonstrated to counteract oxidative stress in thyroid disease [10].
Recommendation

Terry Naturally Curamin

NatureWise Organic Curcumin

Note: Curcumin may affect iron absorption. Take away from iron supplements [11].

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

​Omega-3s have anti-inflammatory properties and its use in
autoimmune disease is significantly beneficial...
  • ​​Omega-3s have anti-inflammatory properties and its use in autoimmune disease is significantly beneficial as they decrease disease activity [13].
  • Contains important vitamins and minerals that act as antioxidants and also assists to burn fat and protect against heart disease.
Recommendation

OmegaVia Pharmaceutical Grade Omega 3

Nordic Naturals Omega-3

​NOTE: The nutrients in fish oil are fat soluble, so

Low Dose Naltrexone

Low dose naltrexone (LDN), a compounded prescription
medication, assists the immune system by inhibiting cells...
  • ​​Low dose naltrexone (LDN), a compounded prescription medication, assists the immune system by inhibiting cells that disrupt it.
  • Known to limit the release of inflammatory chemicals and neurotoxins. Other benefits include reduced antibodies for those with autoimmune conditions [14].
Recommendation

Available through a compounding pharmacy only.

NOTE: See your doctor for a trusted compounding pharmacy that is experienced with LDN.

*While the treatment types and supplements listed are common recommendations by many practitioners, ThyroidChange cannot be responsible for any outcome. Always work with a qualified practitioner for your individualized treatment plan

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Supplements for Nutrient Deficiencies

Many people with thyroid conditions have vitamin and mineral deficiencies which can affect the conversion and utilization of thyroid hormone.

Physicians are finding that low levels of vitamin D, vitamin B12, iodine, iron, and/or ferritin are often concurrent with thyroid disease in their patients [30-33].

Supplementation is usually required to correct a deficiency and should be monitored by a qualified physician to achieve optimal levels and to avoid excess.

The following items are treatments for the most common nutrient deficiencies in thyroid patients. Proper testing will establish the amount needed for supplementation.

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​​Vitamin D

Low vitamin D levels are associated with
increased rates of autoimmunity and reported...
  • ​​​Low vitamin D levels are associated with increased rates of autoimmunity and reported cases of infections [15]. ​
  • Research recommends screening all hypothyroid patients for vitamin D levels. Supplementation is needed to restore levels [16].
Recommendation

Seeking Health Optimal Vitamin D3 Liquid

Thorne Research Vitamin D3

​NOTE: D3 (cholecalciferol)​, versus D2 (ergocalciferal), is preferred for increasing vitamin D levels [16].

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 plays an essential role in red
blood cell formation...
  • ​​​Vitamin B12 plays an essential role in red blood cell formation, cellular processes, nerve function and the production of DNA. 40% of patients with hypothyroidism have a deficiency [17, 18].​
  • B vitamins work together; consider a B-complex as well since your body may need the support of other beneficial B vitamins [20].
Recommendation

aSquared Nutrition Methyl B12 Drops

Bio-Tech B12-Methyl

NOTE: Sublingual methylcobalamin, is best absorbed, second only to injection [18]. 40% of patients with B12 deficiencies have a MTHFR gene polymorphism; therefore, should be screened [19].

B Complex

B complex vitamins are involved
in mitochondrial...
  • ​​​B complex vitamins are involved in mitochondrial adrenal, and neurological functions and the stress response of the body.
  • The thyroid gland uses all B vitamins to convert and use energy and prevent the accumulation of fat [15, 16].
  • A deficiency in B-vitamins can lead to hypothyroidism. Folate is also important as it is related to TSH levels [35].​​
Recommendation

Ortho Molecular B Complex

Core Med Science Active B-Complex

NOTE: Biotin (Vitamin B7) may cause falsely high or falsely low results in a variety of lab tests, including thyroid tests. It’s recommended to stop taking biotin 3-5 days prior to lab testing. [34].

Iodine

Iodine deficiency is the leading cause of hypothyroidism since it
is a core component of thyroid hormone...
  • ​​​Iodine deficiency is the leading cause of hypothyroidism since it is a core component of thyroid hormone; approximately 40% of the world’s population is at risk [21]​. ​
  • Iodine has been shown to affect autoimmune activity. Therefore, is is important to find a clinician experienced with iodine treatment [20].​​​
Recommendation

J. Crow’s Lugol’s Solution of Iodine, 2%

​Life Extension Sea-Iodine

NOTE: Iodine supplementation often requires companion nutrients and salt loading. See The Guide to Supplementing with Iodine by Dr. Stephanie Buist.

Iron and Ferritin

Thyroid peroxidase, the enzyme needed to convert
T4 to T3, contains iron...
  • ​​​​​​Thyroid peroxidase, the enzyme needed to convert T4 to T3, contains iron. Therefore, iron is essential for thyroid hormone conversion and availability [24]. ​​
  • Low stomach acid as a result of hypothyroidism can prevent the absorption of certain nutrients, including iron, causing deficiencies [24].
  • Follow your doctor’s recommendation for iron dosing. Too much iron can cause serious health issues.​
Recommendation

Ancestral Supplements Grass Fed Beef Liver

Solgar Gentle Iron

NOTES: Vitamin C should be taken at the same time as your iron supplement to increase iron’s absorption. Iron should be taken 4 or more hours apart from thyroid medication since it can block absorption.

Magnesium

Magnesium assists in stimulating the thyroid gland
to produce more T4 and helps to convert the inactive T4 thyroid hormone...
  • ​​​​​​Magnesium assists in stimulating the thyroid gland to produce more T4 and helps to convert the inactive T4 thyroid hormone into the active form of T3 [29].
  • The World Health Organization reported that less than 60 percent of adults in the United States are not meeting the adequate intake values for magnesium [25].​
Recommendation

Integrative Therapeutics Magnesium Glycinate Plus

Pure Micronutrients Magnesium Glycinate

NOTE: Many patients prefer magnesium glycinate as it is the most tolerated form for the stomach.

Zinc

Zinc and other trace elements such as copper and selenium are required for the making of thyroid hormones...
  • Zinc and other trace elements such as copper and selenium are required for the making of thyroid hormones, and deficiency of these can result in hypothyroidism [27].
  • Thyroid hormones are essential for the absorption of zinc, and hence hypothyroidism can result in acquired zinc deficiency [26].
Recommendation

Douglas Laboratories Zinc Picolinate

​Thorne Zinc Picolinate

NOTE: Look for zinc picolinate as it is high absorbable. Always take with a meal to prevent nausea.

*While the treatment types and supplements listed are common recommendations by many practitioners, ThyroidChange cannot be responsible for any outcome. Always work with a qualified practitioner for your individualized treatment plan

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Supplements for Adrenal Fatigue

Often accompanying thyroid disease is adrenal dysfunction, also known as “adrenal fatigue”. Adrenal dysfunction can be defined as imbalanced cortisol levels that exist between Cushing’s disease (high cortisol presentation) and Addison’s disease (presentation of low cortisol) [21-23].

When cortisol levels are not optimal, thyroid hormone may not be utilized properly and a patient may experience heart-racing, over-stimulation, and increased fatigue when beginning thyroid medication. Adequate cortisol levels must be in place for a patient to successfully tolerate thyroid hormone [24, 34].

​Therefore, many physicians will treat adrenal issues before/ or in conjunction with the treatment of thyroid hormone imbalance. Treatment for adrenal dysfunction depends on the severity of high or low cortisol, and should always be monitored by your healthcare provider. Recommended testing is located here.

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Adaptogens

Adaptogenic supplements are herbs used to manage
the body’s hormonal response to stress...
  • Adaptogenic supplements are herbs used to manage the body’s hormonal response to stress. They act by tonifying and rejuvenating the adrenal system and promote the regulation of cortisol [30].
  • Common adaptogens include: Ashwaghanda, Rhodiola, Holy Basil, Eleuthero, Panax, Schisandra, Astralagus, Licorice Root, Reishi, and Cordyceps.
  • Holy Basil is known to help lower cortisol while other adaptogens are more balancing.
Recommendation

Gaia Adrenal Health

​Innate Response Formulas Adrenal Response

NOTE: Each adaptogenic herb has its own properties, but blends are available to cover multiple bases.

Ashwaghanda can improve thyroid function. You may need to lower your thyroid medication as you begin taking this herb [31].

Nutritional Support

Nutritional support for the adrenal glands
serves many purposes...
  • Nutritional support for the adrenal glands serves many purposes. Essential vitamins and minerals are needed for cell metabolism by the adrenal glands, while other nutritional support helps to raise or lower cortisol levels [32].
  • Common vitamins and supplements that can support the adrenals are Vitamin C, ​Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12,​Magnesium, Zinc, CoQ10, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Sea Salt Phosphatidylserine, L-Tyrosine and ​L-Theanine.
  • Vitamin C, B vitamins (especially pantothenic acid) and sea salt are some of the most critical nutrients you can take for adrenal fatigue.
Recommendation

Dr. Wilson’s Super Adrenal Stress Formula

Thorne Research Stress B Complex

Thorne Buffered Vitamin C

Integrative Therapeutics Phosphatidylserine

​Life Extension CoQ10

NOTE: Phosphatidylserine is used primarily to lower cortisol. Do not use if you have low cortisol.

Glandulars

Glandular extracts are usually taken from bovine or porcine
adrenal gland tissue with the hormones taken out...
  • Glandular extracts are usually taken from bovine or porcine adrenal gland tissue with the hormones taken out, providing proteins, nucleic acids, and building blocks for cortisol production.
  • Glandulars are typically not intended for high cortisol since it can raise already-high cortisol. However, in some cases, it can modulate a high/low pattern seen in 4xs/day saliva cortisol testing or DUTCH testing.
Recommendation

Dr. Wilson’s Adrenal Rebuilder

​Vital Nutrients Adrenal Support

Ortho Molecular Adren-All

NOTE: Always work with a qualified practitioner and test using a 4xs/day saliva cortisol test or the DUTCH to assess cortisol patterns throughout the day. Glandular supplementation can make a high cortisol pattern worse.

Hydrocortisone (HC)

With the right dose, cortisol replacement can greatly benefit
patients with adrenal dysfunction...
  • With the right dose, cortisol replacement can greatly benefit patients with adrenal dysfunction. Low-dose, long-term use has been proven as safe and effective for patients with low cortisol [36].
  • Glandulars are typically not intended for high cortisol since it can raise already-high cortisol. HoweveReplacement use of cortisol at doses of 5mg to 15mg a day are safe, with little or no associated risk [36]
Recommendation

Hydrocortisone (Cortef, Hydrocortone)

NOTE: ​Hydrocortisone can be difficult to wean off of for some patients. Therefore, always work with a qualified physician experienced in prescribing and treating adrenal dysfunction.

*While the treatment types and supplements listed are common recommendations by many practitioners, ThyroidChange cannot be responsible for any outcome. Always work with a qualified practitioner for your individualized treatment plan

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Supplements for Leaky Gut

Thyroid health is dependent on optimal gut health. The “tight junctions” within the stomach lining are designed to seal stomach contents from the bloodstream.

​Over time and with irritation, they may “loosen” and allow unintended molecules to pass through the stomach lining causing systemic inflammation and stimulate an immune system reaction. This is also known as intestinal permeability or “leaky gut”.

If leaky gut is not addressed and healed, it can be a root cause to thyroid conditions, food sensitivities, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, eczema, adrenal fatigue, depression, anxiety, ADHD, nutrient malabsorption and autoimmune disease [33].
Be sure to avoid gluten and to address food sensitivities if you are trying to heal intestinal permeability [6]. Following an autoimmune Paleo diet is often suggested. The following supplements are commonly used to address intestinal permeability:

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Probiotics

Supplementing with probiotics or "good bacteria" is both
a preventative and therapeutic measure...
  • Supplementing with probiotics or “good bacteria” is both a preventative and therapeutic measure, in order to restore the health composition and function of gut microbiome [37].​
  • Most of the immune system is housed within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Poor gut health is a factor in triggering and exacerbating autoimmune diseases [38].​
Recommendation

VSL 3

Klaire Labs Ther-Biotic Complete

Renew Life Ultimate Flora

NOTE: Rotate probiotics every few months to populate a variety of strains in the intestinal tract. Aim for a multi-strain brand that has at least 50 billion colony-forming units [4].

Restore

Restore is a carbon-rich, alkaline liquid comprised of
a formulation of aqueous humic substances and trace mineral amino acid complexes...
  • Restore is a carbon-rich, alkaline liquid comprised of a formulation of aqueous humic substances and trace mineral amino acid complexes. It has been shown in lab testing to increase and strengthen the tight junctions in the gut lining.
  • Restore is not a probiotic nor a prebiotic [39].
Recommendation

Restore

NOTE: Take Restore thirty minutes before a meal because of Restore’s protective effects against gluten and sensitivities [39].

Digestive Enzymes

Digestive enzymes help break down proteins, fats,
sugars, and starches...
  • Digestive enzymes help break down proteins, fats, sugars, and starches, which can reduce intestinal inflammation and help heal the intestinal lining.
  • By assisting in breaking down food, digestive enzymes help ensure that there will be fewer food toxins passing through the gut and causing further damage [40].
Recommendation

Ortho Molecular – Ortho Digestzyme

Rainbow Light Advanced Enzyme System

NOTE: If you have a gluten or dairy sensitivity, you can buy a digestive enzyme targeted for that use. Broad spectrum enzymes available [40].

L-Glutamine

Glutamine is an abundant amino acid in the bloodstream and
research demonstrates its ability to help restore gut health...
  • Glutamine is an abundant amino acid in the bloodstream and research demonstrates its ability to help restore gut health [41].
  • Thyroid hormone imbalance has been shown to have a great impact on the metabolism of glutamine [42].
Recommendation

Jarrow L-Glutamine Powder

Thorne L-Glutamine Powder

NOTE: Some people may experience anxiety or heart racing with L-Glutamine. If this happens, it is advised to start at a very small amount and increase slowly.

Licorice Root

Licorice is a well-researched medicinal plant with
many uses from reducing inflammation ...
  • Licorice is a well-researched medicinal plant with many uses from reducing inflammation to aiding in the metabolism of cortisol to balancing gastrointestinal issues.
  • Licorice root has compounds that promote regulatory T cell induction, which plays a critical role in controlling immune responses and preventing autoimmunity [43].
Recommendation

Designs for Health Gastro-Mend

Integrative Therapeutics Rhizinate

NOTE: Look for licorice root that is deglycyrrhizinated (or DGL). This form of licorice has glycyrrhizin removed. Glycyrrhizin can cause edema and hypertension in some individuals.

Quercetin

Quercetin is a flavonoid and is well-known for many things, including its
anti-allergy properties, anti-cancer effects, and as an antioxidant...
  • Quercetin is a flavonoid and is well-known for many things, including its anti-allergy properties, anti-cancer effects, and as an antioxidant.
  • Quercetin helps to heal the gut by its role in the assembly and expression of tight junction proteins [44].
Recommendation

Jarrow Quercetin

Thorne Research Quercetin Phytosome

NOTE: Use caution if you take Quercetin with antibiotics, chemotherapy, or blood-thinner medications, as it may reduce their effectiveness.

*While the treatment types and supplements listed are common recommendations by many practitioners, ThyroidChange cannot be responsible for any outcome. Always work with a qualified practitioner for your individualized treatment plan

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Supplements for Sex Hormone Imbalances

Your body is composed of a variety of different hormones, including growth and sex hormones, which also impact thyroid hormone function and vice versa.

Untreated thyroid disease can often lead to testosterone imbalances, low progesterone/estrogen dominance and symptoms/conditions such as PCOS, low libido, infertility, endometriosis, etc. [27-28]. ​​​If it is determined that sex hormone levels are low, the physician may prescribe either bioidentical or synthetic hormones to help achieve optimal levels.

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapies (BHRT) are biochemically identical to the hormones made in the body. BHRT is usually derived from natural sources such as wild yam and most forms are available by compounded prescriptions Many practitioners prefer BHRT over synthetic formulations for optimal hormone balance and for the array of dosages and delivery systems available.

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Pregnenolone

Pregnenolone is synthesized by cholesterol and made
by the adrenal glands and liver...
  • Pregnenolone is synthesized by cholesterol and made by the adrenal glands and liver. It is an important precursor to other hormones, including DHEA, progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol. By late adulthood, pregnenalone will decline by nearly 60% for most people (47,48).
  • Pregnenolone assists in the conversion of T4 to the more active T3. Many people with thyroid disease are low in pregnenolone and may benefit with trial supplementation (49).
Recommendation

Douglas Laboratories Pregnenolone

Ortho-Molecular Pregnenolone

NOTE: Buy pregnenolone that states “pregnenolone” as the ingredient, rather than wild yam or diosgenin. Wild yam contains diosgenin that must be converted in a laboratory to make pregnenolone.

DHEA

DHEA is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands. Levels of DHEA
naturally drop as we age and low DHEA...
  • DHEA is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands. Levels of DHEA naturally drop as we age and low DHEA is associated with a number of diseases including thyroid disease.
  • DHEA is frequently low with weak adrenals, and weak adrenal function is typically seen in many hypothyroid patients. Chronic illness or stress can cause spiked or depleted cortisol patterns, which also depletes production of DHEA (52).
Recommendation

Douglas Laboratories DHEA

​Ortho-Molecular DHEA

NOTE: DHEA should be taken on a temporary basis while addressing the true cause of the dysfunction such as adrenal stress (52).

Estrogen

Primarily produced by the ovaries, estrogen is responsible
for the growth of a women's uterine lining...
  • Primarily produced by the ovaries, estrogen is responsible for the growth of a women’s uterine lining. Estrogen replacement therapy can reduce or resolve symptoms of menopause or other estrogen imbalance issues. Estrogen therapy can also lower the risk of osteoporosis for those who are deficient (45).
  • The link between estrogen dominance and hypothyroidism is well-researched. The estrogen/progesterone hormone imbalance directly affects thyroid function (46).​​
Recommendation

Replacement therapy includes patches, transdermal methods, vaginal suppositories, rings, etc.​ Discuss with your doctor about available options.

While prescription bioidentical formulas are preferred, a widely used over-the-counter bioidentical transdermal cream is available: Emerita Estriol Natural-Balancing Cream.

Progesterone

Made from pregnenolone and secreted by the ovaries in women and by the testes in men, progesterone serves as a precursor to DHEA, testosterone, estrogen and cortisol...
  • Made from pregnenolone and secreted by the ovaries in women and by the testes in men, progesterone serves as a precursor to DHEA, testosterone, estrogen and cortisol.
  • Progesterone directly affects thyroid hormone levels. Research concluded that progesterone therapy increases lab levels of Free T4 (50). Other important functions include (but aren’t limited to) regulating a women’s menstrual cycle along with estrogen, regulating blood sugar, converting fat into energy, increasing brain function, and activating GABA receptor sites.
Recommendation

Replacement therapy includes patches, transdermal methods, vaginal suppositories, rings, etc. Discuss with your doctor about available options.

While prescription bioidentical formulas are preferred, a widely used over-the-counter bioidentical transdermal cream is available: Emerita Pro-Gest Cream

Testosterone

Testosterone, an important hormone for metabolism, is made in
the testes and adrenal glands in a male...
  • Testosterone, an important hormone for metabolism, is made in the testes and adrenal glands in a male. In a woman, testosterone is made in the ovaries and adrenal glands.
  • Testosterone and thyroid hormones are responsible for similar bodily functions, so when one is not working, the other is affected. When hypothyroid states return to normal, testosterone levels tend to return to normal as well (51).
Recommendation

Replacement therapy includes patches, transdermal methods, injections, and subcutaneous pellets. Discuss with your doctor about available options.

While prescription formulas are preferred, a widely used over-the-counter herbal formula is available: Prime Labs Testosterone Booster

Hormone-Balancing Supplements

There are many natural supplements on the market that have been researched
to help bring hormones into balance...
  • There are many natural supplements on the market that have been researched to help bring hormones into balance (53).
  • Individual herbs or nutrients are available while other supplements contain a synergistic blend of ingredients to help restore the body’s natural hormonal balance in a variety of ways.
  • Research each product and product ingredients for its particular use to see if it’s right for you.
Recommendation

Gaia Herbs Chaste Tree Berry

Gaia Maca Root

Gaia Black Cohosh

New Chapter Estrotone

Himalaya Shatavari

Allergy Research Group DIM

*While the treatment types and supplements listed are common recommendations by many practitioners, ThyroidChange cannot be responsible for any outcome. Always work with a qualified practitioner for your individualized treatment plan

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