Air Hunger and Hyperthyroidism

Air hunger, also known as dyspnea, refers to shortness of breath or the feeling of not getting enough oxygen. While a thyroid hormone imbalance can be a factor in some cases, there are many other potential causes of dyspnea, including asthma, COPD, congestive heart failure, interstitial lung disease, pneumonia, and mental disorders.

For those with thyroid conditions, air hunger is more commonly associated with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease than hypothyroidism, though it may not always be the cause. Today, I’m explaining the connection between air hunger and hyperthyroidism, how it is diagnosed, the importance of addressing thyroid hormone imbalances, related conditions to consider, and the need for a comprehensive treatment approach to manage air hunger effectively.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- How hyperthyroidism is potentially linked to air hunger
- The physiology of respiration and the role of mitochondria in cellular respiration
- How dyspnea presents and the differences between acute and chronic dyspnea
- Potential causes of dyspnea
- Diagnostic methods used in evaluating dyspnea
- What research shows about thyroid conditions and dyspnea
- Types of sleep apnea and the relationship with hyperthyroidism
- Natural treatment options for dyspnea
- Role of nutrients like CoQ10 and L-carnitine in supporting mitochondrial function




As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!





To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/air-hunger-and-hyperthyroidism/.

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