13. The Joy Prescription Podcast - 10 Signs You May Have Low Thyroid

Hello! In this episode I begin to address the questions in this patient case regarding a middle aged woman with concerns about low thyroid function despite normal laboratory testing:

"I’m 35 and have lots of symptoms of hypothyroidism (I’ve gained 25 pounds in the last 3 years despite exercising and eating less, I’m always wearing a sweater, even in the summertime, my feet and hands are cold, my hair is falling out, my nails are brittle and I am so tired by 3 o’clock every day.  I fall asleep every day after dinner and don’t have enough energy to be the wife and mom I want to be. My gut is also a mess.  I get bloated after eating and am constipated.  My mom and older sister have hypothyroidism, but my doctor says my labs look fine. How can this be? Can the TSH be wrong? I’ve heard that it might not be reliable.  What can I do to feel better? Please help!" 

Can you relate? It's estimated that 60% of people with thyroid dysfunction are undiagnosed.

Here are 10 common health complaints that can be explained by hypothyroidism:

1. Gaining weight despite a healthy, nutritious diet and regular exercise?
2. Cold all the time?
3. Chronic Fatigue?
4. Mood and brain changes - depression, anxiety, brain fog, memory loss?
5. Hair loss, dry skin and brittle nails?
6. Elevated cholesterol?
7. Slow heart rate?
8. GI disturbance - constipation, bloating?
9. Muscle weakness and aches?
10. Enlarged thyroid gland, hoarseness and trouble swallowing?

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