We often think of good Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism health in terms of TSH and antibody levels, but your libido is also an important indicator. If yours has gone missing, it could be a red flag that important underlying health issues still need to be addressed. People who use functional medicine for health issues, such as Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, another autoimmune disorder, or depression, often report a boost in their libido thanks to their protocol. Of course, it’s natural to expect low libido following a major stressor or during an unhealthy relationship, but if it’s chronically absent, … [Read more...]
SIBO: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Do you suffer from frequent gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, IBS…or maybe all of the above? Then you may have SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Doctors have long blamed stubborn gut problems on stress. For the person whose life is dictated by the cruel whims of their digestive system, this can feel like shame and blame. Thanks to new research, these days we know many things cause gut problems. They include food sensitivities (especially to gluten and dairy), leaky gut, gut inflammation, autoimmunity, poor brain function, and SIBO. SIBO results from too much bacteria … [Read more...]
