The Dr. Hyman Show Exclusive Dr. Hyman+ Functional Medicine Deep Dive: Thyroid + Hashimotos
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Feb 1, 2022 Explore the intricacies of thyroid health and dive deep into Hashimoto's disease, particularly affecting women. Discover the importance of comprehensive testing and a holistic approach to managing thyroid issues. The discussion emphasizes the role of functional medicine in addressing these health concerns.
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Undiagnosed Thyroid Conditions
- Many people have undiagnosed thyroid conditions, estimated to be 60% of cases.
- 90% of hypothyroid cases are likely undiagnosed Hashimoto's, an autoimmune thyroid disease.
Women and Thyroid Conditions
- Women are significantly more prone to thyroid conditions than men, especially hypothyroidism.
- This is largely due to the higher prevalence of Hashimoto's, an autoimmune disease, in women.
Thyroid's Global Impact
- The thyroid impacts every cell in the body, regulating metabolism, heart rate, and more.
- Imbalances can cause wide-ranging symptoms across various organ systems.