The Thyroid
The Thyroid plays a very important role in growth and energy metabolism. It releases 3 separate Hormones - Calcitonin, which regulates the amount of Calcium in the Blood, Iodothyronine(T3) and Thyroxine(T4). The Thyroid is also involved in the conversion of Beta Carotene to Vitamin A. (Hypothyroidism shows high levels of Beta Carotene in the Blood, meaning it is not being converted)
Thyroxin
The main function of the Thyroid Gland is the production of the Hormone Thyroxine. This
depends on two chemicals - Iodine and Tyrosine - these are then combined to form Thyroxine. This in turn, is stored in the Thyroid ready to be squeezed into the Lymph, which then flows into the Bloodstream.
The cell named T3, where most of the conversion takes place, also has a 'dummy' cell, which can sometimes interfere with results in testing for Thyroxine levels, therefore potentially, a deficiency may not show up.
Effects and Symptoms of an Over‐active Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism)
Weight Loss
Palpitations
Anxiety/Nervousness
Exophthalmic Goitre
Thyrotoxicosis (Graves Disease)
Effects and Symptoms of Thyroxin Deficiency (Hypothyroidism)
WeightGain Neuroses
Lethargy/Tiredness (because not converting Riboflavin B2)
Coarse Skin (Myxoedema)
Failure to grow in Childhood (Cretinism)
Mood Swings
Depression
Irritability
Iodine
One of the best natural forms of Thyroid support is Iodine which is found in large quantities in Rosemary and Kelp (Seaweed), also in smaller quantities in some Brassicas (dark green leaves)
Iodine is generally needed for our body. It plays important roles in The Immune System, Thyroid and Oestradiol/Oesterone metabolism (production of Oestrogen)
We use Iodine in our Immune System - it is present in our Saliva and Gastric Mucosa as an Antiseptic and is also contained in Mammary Glands when a Mother is producing Milk.
It helps to keep mucus the right consistency, by thinning it - if you have Sinus problems or Glue Eye which can run in the family, then Iodine may be relevant.
When there is Iodine deficiency, it appears this has an effect on White Blood Cells, reducing their activity.
Iodine is involved in Oestrogen production. Oestrogen can build up in the body, because it is not being metabolised (broken down and used). Iodine aids in this process. A high level of Oestrogen in the body has been linked to Breast, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer.
Although some forms of Iodine produced as Antiseptics should not be taken orally; natural sources of Iodine are perfectly safe providing there is not a history of Hyperthyroidism.
Thyroxin
The main function of the Thyroid Gland is the production of the Hormone Thyroxine. This
depends on two chemicals - Iodine and Tyrosine - these are then combined to form Thyroxine. This in turn, is stored in the Thyroid ready to be squeezed into the Lymph, which then flows into the Bloodstream.
The cell named T3, where most of the conversion takes place, also has a 'dummy' cell, which can sometimes interfere with results in testing for Thyroxine levels, therefore potentially, a deficiency may not show up.
Effects and Symptoms of an Over‐active Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism)
Weight Loss
Palpitations
Anxiety/Nervousness
Exophthalmic Goitre
Thyrotoxicosis (Graves Disease)
Effects and Symptoms of Thyroxin Deficiency (Hypothyroidism)
WeightGain Neuroses
Lethargy/Tiredness (because not converting Riboflavin B2)
Coarse Skin (Myxoedema)
Failure to grow in Childhood (Cretinism)
Mood Swings
Depression
Irritability
Iodine
One of the best natural forms of Thyroid support is Iodine which is found in large quantities in Rosemary and Kelp (Seaweed), also in smaller quantities in some Brassicas (dark green leaves)
Iodine is generally needed for our body. It plays important roles in The Immune System, Thyroid and Oestradiol/Oesterone metabolism (production of Oestrogen)
We use Iodine in our Immune System - it is present in our Saliva and Gastric Mucosa as an Antiseptic and is also contained in Mammary Glands when a Mother is producing Milk.
It helps to keep mucus the right consistency, by thinning it - if you have Sinus problems or Glue Eye which can run in the family, then Iodine may be relevant.
When there is Iodine deficiency, it appears this has an effect on White Blood Cells, reducing their activity.
Iodine is involved in Oestrogen production. Oestrogen can build up in the body, because it is not being metabolised (broken down and used). Iodine aids in this process. A high level of Oestrogen in the body has been linked to Breast, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer.
Although some forms of Iodine produced as Antiseptics should not be taken orally; natural sources of Iodine are perfectly safe providing there is not a history of Hyperthyroidism.