Environmental Toxins that affect the Thyroid The healthy thyroid gland uses ingested iodine from iodine-enriched foods to produce thyroid hormone which regulates metabolic function, the body’s ability to breakdown food and use it for energy. The thyroid is chemically attracted to the structure of thyroid hormones, however, this chemical attraction can also occur between other substances and thyroid hormones. Thus, many environmental toxins with similar structures can accumulate in the thyroid gland. Every day we are exposed to numerous toxins that can accumulate in the body and affect our thyroid and its function. Toxins that pose the biggest risk to thyroid health are:
Despite the widespread presence of thyroid-damaging toxins in the environment, you can go a long way towards establishing a healthy, toxin-free environment both externally and internally. The following are some recommended ways for doing this:
For a more targeted approach, come in and see one of our naturopaths for a personalized health plan to help you achieve optimal thyroid function, restore your energy levels and to help you feel yourself again. Make an appointment with us at Northern Beaches Health & Fertility http://nbhealthandfertility.com.au/contact-us.html
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