For the estimated 20 million adults in the United States with some form of thyroid disease, diet can make a big difference in how you feel and your overall health. Certain nutrients help support ...

If you’re one of the 17 percent of women in the United States with hypothyroidism, you’ve likely wondered if specific dietary changes could help improve your thyroid function. While there’s no ...

For many young women and adolescents, a thyroid imbalance can feel like a sudden and surprising diagnosis. Symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, irregular periods, and unexplained weight gain are ...

Michelle Routhenstein, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.E, C.D.N. Cardiovascular Nutrition Michelle is a preventive cardiology nutritionist, registered dietitian nutritionist ...

Low iodine levels can slow thyroid function and affect metabolism. Experts explain symptoms of iodine deficiency and simple ...

Despite the online buzz, there's really no such thing as a hypothyroid diet. Certain foods and dietary supplements cannot cure a sluggish thyroid. But combining a healthy, balanced eating plan with ...

That small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck might not get much of your daily attention, but trust me, it’s thinking about you. Your thyroid quietly orchestrates countless bodily functions, from ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been diagnosed with thyroid antibodies. What are the long-term effects of these antibodies? The doctor says to start thyroid medication. I have been a vegetarian since 1983 and ...

Millions of people pursuing rapid weight loss through severe calorie restriction may be causing permanent damage to their thyroid glands. This butterfly-shaped organ in the neck controls metabolism, ...

Thyroid imbalance affects your metabolism, which can lead to gradual and unexplained weight gain. Doctor shares 5 signs of subtle symptoms.