http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/hypothyroidism.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/hypothyroidism.rss Hypothyroidism has been linked with iodine deficiency among other causes. Find out how several home remedies can help reduce your symptoms and thyroid problems! Thu, 23 May 13 15:09:19 -0500 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=TR_120764 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss1 Sat, 04 May 13 16:17:18 -0500 Joy from Battleground, Wash writes: "TSH 160.9: Can anyone explain what this means and how to make health corrections? My eyebrows are thin and missing outer third on both sides of face. My thyroid numbers were in mid range of normal.. NO PROBLEM...!!! ... ? :( " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=EMU_120328 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss2 Tue, 23 Apr 13 16:33:09 -0500 [YEA] Toourlady89 from Hayward, Ca writes: "The soles of my feet hurt sometimes, I read that it could be one symptom of hypothyroid. I am hypothyroid. What I have found that helps my pain is Emu Oil. Rub to any painful areas really well. It goes deep into several layers of the skin, relieving pain. Also works for burns, sunburn, swollen joints etc. I carry it with me everywhere. Anyone with any itch, insect bites, painful gums, teeth or even for cleaning up, it works. Emu Oil is an Australian cure by the aborigines. It was introduced to me in US as a multi level marketing product. It now is in the mainstream so anyone has access. thru Amazon or Ebay. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=GF_92901 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss3 Tue, 26 Feb 13 12:35:22 -0600 Merryanne from Orange City, Florida, Usa writes: "Lab results of TSH: I had a lab done on 2-21-2013 and the one I don\'t understand is the TSH, 3rd generation is 4.62 (0.40-4.50 mIU/L) it ia marked as High does this mean that my thyroid is high or low? I am 66 yo and had 4 surgeries from last year April till Sep. 1, 2012, the doctor did not seem overly consinerd about it, but if someone understands these labs I would love to know what they mean. Merrryanne in Central FL " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_89070 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss4 Mon, 26 Nov 12 23:00:39 -0600 Doctoreyesight from Phoenix, Az, Usa writes: "Hello, I have heard that the following cures high blood pressure. ACV, Aloe Vera Plant Gel, Hawthorn & Magnesium Taurate. Currently, I am on the Aloe Vera Plant Gel, and it is working on my system; However, it\'s only been 3 days. I am wondering, what benefits would I get between Hawthorn & Magnesium Taurate? Similiarity and difference between Hawthorn & Magnesium Taurate? Which one should I buy as the supplement: Hawthorn or Magnesium Taurate? Thanks. (2) I have hypothyroidism. I am 26 male. I have been on levothyroixine 75mcg for about 6 months now. I would like to cure it. I take multivitamins WITHOUT iodine due to the counteraction of iodine with levothyroxine. Anyhing I can do to cure my hypothyroidism? Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_86901 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss5 Wed, 10 Oct 12 16:22:25 -0500 Sonia from San Diego, Ca, Usa writes: "I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in the year 1999. Subsequently I started taking Synthroid. But none of the symptoms went. My hairfall, Bags under eyes, weight gain, dry skin, very oily face, eyebrow hairfall, acne which takes like many many months to subside but the scar is still there, no matter how much water I drink I\'m still thirsty, my right hand goes numb in sleep, very low memory, lots of grey hair- now, allergies then(3-4 yrs back), very irritable etc etc. Only a few things got corrected were cholesterol & periods. I\'m 37 yrs old now. Now, from a year I started taking nature thyroid. Prior to that I tried armour thyroid which gave me lot\'s and lot\'s of hairfall. So I started nature thyroid. When I take thyroid medications, my blood work will be normal. But none of the symptoms go. So from the year 2000, all of a sudden I got pain in my lower back after 4-5 hours of sleep in the night after which I cannot sleep at all. I toss and turn. If I turn to my side, the bones and the rib cage would hurt. From that day onwards, I started getting the pain every night. After 3-4 yrs after the lower back pain, I got left wrist pain. After 2 years of wrist pain, I got Neck pain in the right side in the year 2007. It was so bad, I could hardly lift my head in the morning after waking up. The lower back pain was so worst that I could not lift my 1 year old baby in 2007. I had my first baby in 2006. I got gestational diabetes then. I have overall edema but more in the ab region. Until 6 months back I did not even know that I was gaining weight because of the sodium/salt in my food. If I cut down salt from my food, my weight goes down. Or else it goes up if I eat salt normally. So, it has to be below normal which is not very easy. I\'ve tried all sorts of herbs, supplements. Nothing has worked so far. I eat bentonite clay, take Juice of oreganol, took iodine supplement, took evening primrose oil, took kelp supplement, took coconut oil which was of help-it treated my allergies, drank dandelion tea, ate lot\'s of bananas which reduced my neck pain to almost nil, I\'m on water and sea salt cure from a year now which has not helped either. Now, I also suspect, this is secondary or tertiary hypothyroidism. There is some problem which has not been treated. I\'m not able to point it out. So, Kindly please please help me in pointing out the problem and if possible a good treatment. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=CONGENITAL_86516 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss6 Wed, 03 Oct 12 10:45:06 -0500 Nursing Student In Florida from Saint Augustine, Fl writes: "First of all, after reading the blurb at the top about cretinism being a form of hypothyroidism in infants... this is a CHOICE...I am a patient who has congenital hypothyroidism (in my particular case, my thyroid gland is so severely underdeveloped I basically do not have one) but thanks to my beloved mother listening to the physicians when she found out that I had this condition and CHOOSING to make sure I took my medication everyday, I do not suffer from cretinism and am actually a nursing student with Certification as a Medical Assistant. I have read several books and articles about this condition and ways to maintain a healthy diet. Unfortunately, there is not a cure but there are ways to live a healthy life despite the condition. I have heard that choosing a \"flexitarian\" diet that is a diet where meat is eaten once a day and the rest of the day a vegetarian-style diet plan is followed (high protein, high complex-carb... Think fiber). It is supposed to aid in proper BM also because you want to be eating higher amounts of fiber you want to drink more water which will promote the effects of the fiber. Monounsaturated fats and Polyunsaturated fats are also a huge help with this condition. Limit Saturated and Trans fats as much as possible (they break down into simple sugars which will leave you feeling drained). Hypothyroidism can make joints and muscles feel weak, a good way to combat this is to start the day with yoga or some soothing exercise (save the cardio and strength training for later, allow your muscles the opportunity to ease into the day\'s movements) also this is the time of day when you want to consume the most calories ie: if you are consuming a 1600 cal diet then 600 breakfast, 500 lunch, 500 dinner (with that said I have heard over and over it is best to just stick with 3 meals a day rather than 5 or 6 mini-meals, our metabolism is not like everyone else [drats :(]). Try not to eat anything between 2 to 3 hours before going to bed at night (acid can creep up causing problems in the future). Hope this helps! Nursing Student in Florida " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=CO_83460 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss7 Thu, 09 Aug 12 09:15:01 -0500 Moringa from Bristol, Uk writes: "Attention to Ted: I am hypothyroid & am on levothyroxine. However, when I research on VCO a week ago, I started on VCO daily (one teaspoon) with NO levothyroxine. I feel more energetic, able to function normal & so far have not encountered any side effects. As I have only been on this new remedy for 7days, do u have any advice for me? I sincerely want to get off levothyroxine as I would like to try for my first baby next year. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=IODINE_81009 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss8 Tue, 26 Jun 12 18:31:17 -0500 Alicia from Abq., Nm writes: "I have been tested for both hypothyroid and iodine deficiency. I am currently taking Levothroxine but still have little energy, etc. So I asked to have a iodine test which came out that I was about 50% below what I should be. I was told to take a drop per day of lugols in a glass of water - I really felt hypertensive on the two occasions I did this so I stopped. Recently I read that putting the drop in the water and just holding it in your mouth and repeating til the glass is empty will work. I did it and I did feel much better. But the question is if I continue doing this should I continue to take the thryoid medication I have taken since the 8th grade? Can I take both of these together? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=GF_79926 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss9 Wed, 06 Jun 12 22:36:38 -0500 Anon from Queens, Ny writes: "Hi Ec..... I am hypothyroid, have been for the past three years. As many of us who has this disease know, you can never feel the way you did when you were not sick. I personally have changed my diet, used every green drink/vitamin imaginable and am still struggling. Recently, I have noticed that anytime I have a stressful day, or has overworked, I would have this sudden discomfort directly in the center of my chest. It would last from an hour to sometimes the whole day. I have used cayenne, lemon water, magnesium, fresh green juice, co q10, apple cider vinegar, garlic etc but nothing seems to help until one day out of desperation, I reached for a glass of milk don\'t ask me why.. All I know is that it took maybe 10 mins for the feeling to just disappear. I cannot up till now figure out why milk out of everything helped this issue. Could it me I was lacking calcium? I hope someone in this wonderful community can help me figure out this one. Please guys.... Bill, Lisa, anyone.... Your input would be very appreciated. God Bless " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_78312 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss10 Tue, 08 May 12 20:12:46 -0500 Anon from Orlando, Fl writes: "Hey everyone at EC..... I have a question which I am hoping someone can answer. Since my diagnosis of being hypothyroid, I was placed on a t3/t4 treatment. I feel good on it but what I have noticed is that everytime I have a stressfull time in my life or if I am faced with some form of confrontation etc I immediately start feeling this discomfort in the region of my heart. As soon as I calm down and get myself out of that environment, the feeling passes or sometimes it would last several hours. I am getting really worried now cause it has reached a point where I cannot even disicpline my two teenagers without this discomfort suddenly coming on. I feel like my body just cannot tolerate any form of stress anymore. Help someone.... I can\'t live like this. Thank you guys so much for an early response. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=OTC_74665 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss11 Tue, 28 Feb 12 09:19:40 -0600 [YEA] Tominco from Ft. Collins, Co, Usa writes: "At the beginning of last October after my last annual blood test, I tried Anatabloc, a new over-the counter anti-inflamatory nutriceutical for secondary hypothroidism. I was my last hope before going to a doctor and it worked better than I hoped. Anyway, I saw on the web some speculation that it would also be effective for BPH and even though my PSA level was only 1.30, it has been slowly rising for the last 7 years. I got another blood test at the beginning of February that focused on thyroid associated hormones and a PSA test. My TSH level went from 0.3 to 2.8 and my PSA level went from 1.30 to 0.60. I'm a happy camper. One other thing that I noticed is that the rheumatoid arthritis in my hands no longer hurts." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=MSE_74547 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss12 Sun, 26 Feb 12 09:47:40 -0600 [SIDE EFFECTS] Ceci from Dubai, United Arab Emirates writes: "Hello there, I have been taking euthyrox 50mg for 10.5 months with regular visits to my doctor my initial thyrod level was 9.6 but after regularly taking the medication 50mg everyday and 75mg once a week I have managed to drop my thyrod level to 2.9, my last blood test was 1 month ago.... I have noticed since the medication gaining weight slowly and my dr said you have probebly change you eating habits (which in fact I didnt) now after 10.5 months I'm already 5.5Kg extra on what I was when I started the medication my dr as well as the little reasearch that I've done all confirmed that this medication will actually make me loose weight this never happened I keep gaining and gaining now I'm following a certain diet trying to eat less bread and carbs and sweets although this never been the case in my life I always ate what I wanted..... can someone please advice if me gaining weight is a side affect of euthyrox 50.... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_70601 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss13 Thu, 05 Jan 12 14:49:53 -0600 Claire from Jeffersonville, Indiana, Usa writes: "Hi all, I got caught up with Earth Clinic all day today, reading and making notes. I have been on Levothyoxine 75MCG for 4 years, after my child birth and I am sick of taking this chemical compound every morning, waiting at least 30 minutes to finally start my day and if I ever forget to take it, I am in panic. I have been a skeptic over natural remedy, being brainwashed by doctor's limited education. But, now that I open my eyes and decided to seek for myself, I am wondering how to start with having my thyroid function after so long being dependent on this levothyroxine. Anyone who has been like me out there? I appreciate your attention. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_70275 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss14 Sat, 31 Dec 11 11:01:06 -0600 Eva from Crowley, Louisiana writes: "I was diagnosed with hypothroidism a few years ago. I have been taking synthroid ever since. I have just been diagnosed with Hashimoto's. I have a 16.9 tsh on 50 mcg and that has now been increased to 75 mcg. I also have a nodule on each side of my thyroid, both very small. I am leery of stopping the medication, but am also considering going on the Paleo diet. Can I do both, continue the meds and still go on the paleo diet which would cut out most of the gluten from my diet? I'm really confused about all of this. Help?!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=MR_69284 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss15 Fri, 16 Dec 11 18:43:25 -0600 Erika from writes: "Wondering if anyone can help. I've been recently (2 wks ago) diagnosed as hypothyroid. My OB wanted to put me on Synthroid, but due to reading on this site (about fog brain and libido), I chose Armour Thyroid over that. She wasn't pleased to deal with it (as it is a pig's thyroid-OMGoodness! ;)), and said she didn't know how to prescribe it, but did it anyway and only prescribed 1/4 grain/day. I am considered borderline, but really for a younger woman of childbearing years (40), they'd actually like to see my numbers even lower. I immediately started research here for natural healing and added coconut oil to my daily intake of food (about 1and 1/2 or 2 Tbsp/day). Also, 4 days ago, I found a kelp supplement w/ added folic acid and started that, 1/day. At the same time, I found Ashwaganda and a B-stress formula and started taking those 2x's a day. I've been unable to find the Guggul and the Bauhinia as of yet. I also had started ACV (about 2Tbsp. + water +honey around 2x's a day) about a week before this diagnosis, as I had just found this website and read that it would help my asthma. Unbelievably, my asthma practically disappeared w/i 2 days. Weirdest thing I've ever seen! I have used my Xopenex inhaler 3times w/i the last 3 weeks, but only on the nights when I had neglected to take my ACV that day. Before that, I had been using it 3 to 4 times A DAY!, 2 puffs each time, and it was getting worse by the day! Oh, and I have OPed with Coconut Oil about 4 or 5 times during this time too (only once before my asthma went away though, so I attribute it's disappearance to the ACV, not the OP). My husband made the comment to me yesterday that I seem to have gotten worse since being diagnosed. (I only started the Armour 2 mornings ago). I agree that I seem to be even more exhausted than normal and the only thing I can think of is that maybe I'm detoxing because of the OPing and the ACV, and the coconut oil in general? I would not be surprised in the least if I have a system wide Candida issue. I think I read somewhere about "die-off"? Can you explain this to me and tell me what I would need to do to help it along? It's Christmas of course, so it is not real probable for me to get off sugar until January. Even then, I will struggle tremendously. I am truly addicted to chocolate and crave a sweet (hot chocolate, cookies, cheesecake, hot fudge sundae, etc...) before going to bed at night. :( Are there other things I could be doing for hypothyroidism that I am not currently doing? I find it difficult to get enough time on here to read everything as I have 3 children and am SO exhausted! Do I need to take more coconut oil than I am? More Kelp? More B? More herbs? Oh, and what is the difference between cold pressed and expeller pressed? Mine is from Radiant Life and is expeller pressed. Also, do I really have to take 2 days off the ACV every wk. to get it to work best? I'm concerned about my asthma coming back. I hate being dependent on the inhaler. I know that I have more questions, but due to the fog brain, I can't remember them all. My memory is shot. I walk around all day knowing I'm supposed to be doing something, but can't remember what. Please help! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=ANEMIA_67766 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss16 Sun, 27 Nov 11 00:18:13 -0600 Olivia from Boston, Ma writes: "Hello, I would like to request your input regarding the link between low thyroid and anemia. About one year ago I was diagnosed with iron-deficient anemia and been told by my doctor to take OTC iron supplements, I took it for a couple of months and then stopped. I went back recently for blood work to see if things have improved and not only have there not been any improvements, but my numbers (iron, %saturation and hemoglobin) are actually lower. I also know from the way I feel (tired, depressed, unable to think clearly, shortness of breath, etc.) that things have not improved. I started searching about anemia and came across some information that discusses the possible link between anemia and low thyroid function. Does anyone have any thoughts or personal experience regarding this? If so, please let me know, I thank you very much in advance. I have been considering taking raw thyroid supplement and liquid iron to see if things get better... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_65473 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss17 Wed, 19 Oct 11 09:58:56 -0500 Radhakrishnan from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India writes: "What medicine to be take for hypothyroid? I am suffering from thyroid last 15 years how to cure? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=SEAWEED_65381 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss18 Mon, 17 Oct 11 21:53:27 -0500 Liz from Orlando, Fl writes: "Hello Everyone: Can someone tell me which is the best seaweed to consume? I am thinking of adding this to my diet to help my hypothyroid symptoms but do not know which one to choose. Thank you everyone for a quick response. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=GF_64778 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss19 Sat, 08 Oct 11 23:46:18 -0500 Highonfaith from Philadelphia, Pa. writes: "I swim everyday for 30 min. in an indoor chlorinated pool. I also have hypothyroidism. Is this bad for me? I have ask two Dr.s but they seem clueless. I have come across a couple of comments online that suggest swimming in an indoor chlorinated pool is bad for the thyroid. Is this true? Unfortunately, because of knee problems and shin splints I have had to move to a low impact aerobic form of exercise. Swimming seemed a viable alternative. After swimming for a year, I am now worried about my thyroid. I had the condition well before I started swimming. But, I'm wondering if I'm exasperating my condition? Or, asking for even more trouble with my thyroid by swimming? It is all in an attempt to stay healthy, and maintain a level of fitness despite my hypothyroidism, but now I'm wondering if I'm doing more harm then good. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=RN_63477 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss20 Sat, 17 Sep 11 21:01:43 -0500 Laura from Queens, Ny writes: "Hi Everyone, I am hoping someone can answer this question for me. I am hypothyroid for about two years now and am trying so far to manage this disease. However, I noticed that whenever I take a picture, it seems like my eyes always have a glazed look on it. I never had issues like this before and honestly it's really bothering me especially when I read somewhere that this is usually a symptom of hyperthyroid. I am currently on meds and all my recent bloodwork were perfect according to my doc. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks EC!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=HS_57886 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss21 Thu, 16 Jun 11 22:08:56 -0500 Laura from Orlando, Fl writes: "Hey EC: I am hoping someone can help me with this problem. Shortly after being diagnosed as being hypothyroid, I noticed that small white spots started appearing on my legs/calves etc. Didn't pay much attention to it until the other day while doing a pedicure, I was stunned to see how much it had spread. Anyone knows what is causing this? Is this a common symptom of this disease? What if it keeps spreading. Help someone/anyone with an answer. Thank you EC. You people are the best!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=GF_57687 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss22 Sun, 12 Jun 11 15:02:09 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Loren from Brooklyn, Ny writes: "Hey EC: I have a quick question for anyone with an answer. In my quest for a healthier lifestyle since being diagonosed as hypothyroid, I started a morning smoothie made with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, wheatgerm, a few brazil nuts and a splash of milk. A day or so after drinking this smoothie, I noticed that I kinda feel wired and struggle to sleep in the night. I am tired but I just cannot sleep. Also, I developed a constant headache. Any idea whats going on? I love this smoothie and don't want to stop drinking it because of these problems. Help please someone!!!! Thank you guys. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=HS_55505 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss23 Thu, 28 Apr 11 21:44:57 -0500 Loveysiera from Hayfork, Ca, U.s writes: "Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone has had the same issues I'm dealing with being Hypothryoid. I had RAI done in 2009 for being Hyperthyroid, consequently I became Hypo due to this procedure I'm taking 137mg of Synthroid but find that I'm still dealing with the most troublesome issue of burning and watery eyes. I now have noticed that one of my eyelids is drooping a bit my Dr says my levels are fine with the Synthroid and that in time this should go away???? Has anyone had to deal with this before? Any feedback would be so helpful, Thank you so much... Siera " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=IODINE_54737 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss24 Tue, 12 Apr 11 09:23:45 -0500 [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Stacey from Gboro, Nc writes: "Week 1 on Lugol's 2% Like many on the website, I have all of the symptoms of hypothyroidism but test negative. Lately, my energy levels were dropping, and I have been steadily gaining wait even though I am on the Atkins diet. I decided to try Lugol's after a bit of research. I wasn't expecting much since none of the thyroid supplements have helped me in the past, so I was pleasantly surprised with the iodine tincture. I started with 2 drops of the 2% in the morning in a tall glass of water and ACV. So far my energy level has increased slightly. It isn't like a cup of coffee, but rather I am able to stay up a bit later at night, and even had trouble sleeping the first 3 days. My mood has elevated dramatically; it is much more positive even with overhaging stressors. My seasonal allergies are nearly neutralized as well. My side effects so far include trouble sleeping, a low level vaginal discharge, cloudy urine in the morning, and possible hair loss. Iodine is supposed to help eliminate candida, which may account for the discharge. It may also be the case that my hormonal levels are changing, and that is the result. In relation to hair loss, I've always been losing hair, so I;m not certain that that is a side effect. I'll keep you posted as I notice more changes. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hypothyroidism.html&name=CO_52800 /CURES/hypothyroidism.rss25 Wed, 23 Feb 11 23:29:11 -0600 Frog513 from Swansboro, Nc, Us writes: "Hi All~ I will try to make this short and sweet : ) I have been treating Adrenal Fatigue since 2009 and was doing quite well untill about July of 2010 when I crashed. The symptoms were different than when I crashed with AF. I have never been able to find a doctor who would even listen but I finally found one last month. Upon initial consult she foud a nodule on my thyroid and that combined with my symptoms she suspected hypthyroidism. I am going tomorrow for for the results of my saliva panel but I have not been able to afford my other bloodwork yet. I did start taking the organic coconut oil about a week ago. I was also taking a TBS of ACV in 16oz of water every morning. I thought I was feeling a bit better and then this weeknd I started having heart flutters in the middle of my chest and flutters below my adam's apple. The fatigue was so bad I was housebound. Climbing the stairs would make ny heart flutter as well. Then, today I had this bizarre feeling across the front of my neck that felt shock-like and lasted only a few seconds but it scared me. As of a year or so ago my cholesterol was great and I have no heart issues. Also, I read about using 2% iodine tincture to check iodine levels and I did the test before I went to bed and by morning the spot was gone. I also did it 2 more times and the spot would always disappear in about 12 hours. Any thoughts? Just for the record, I woke up today feeling pretty good and was so thankful it was a "good" day but then that feeling just set me off and brought on some anxiety... Thanks for reading! ~C "