Nutrients to support healthy thyroid function. Your body needs micronutrients to make thyroid hormones and to use them. This is true whether you have a thyroid or not, take thyroid medication or not. Indications Patients on thyroid medication Patients not on thyroid medication Hypothyroid patients with or without thyroid antibodies Helpful for those who no longer have a thyroid Ingredients Vitamin A (500 mcg): Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is important for normal vision, the immune system, cell growth, and reproduction. Beta-carotene is a type of carotenoid that the body can convert into vitamin A. It is found in many fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach. Riboflavin (1mg): Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, is a water-soluble vitamin that is important for energy production, cell growth, and the function of the nervous system. It is found in many foods, including milk, eggs, meat, poultry, fish, and green vegetables. Folate (100mcg DFE; 60mcg Folic Acid): Folate is a B vitamin that is important for cell growth, DNA synthesis, and reproduction. It is found in many foods, including leafy green vegetables, fruits, nuts, and beans. L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate calcium is a form of folate that is more easily absorbed by the body than folic acid. Copper (0.5mg): Copper is a mineral that is important for the formation of red blood cells, collagen, and enzymes. It is found in many foods, including liver, oysters, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Methylsulfonylmethane (100mg): MSM is a sulfur compound that is found in the body and in some foods. It is sometimes used as a dietary supplement, but there is no scientific evidence to support its use for any health condition. L-Valine (100mg): L-valine is an amino acid that is used to build protein. It is found in many foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and nuts. Ashwagandha (50mg): Ashwagandha is an herb that has been used in traditional Indian medicine for centuries. It is sometimes used as a dietary supplement to reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost the immune system, but there is no strong scientific evidence to support these uses. Hypothyroidism - Overview Hypothyroidism is when the body has insufficient thyroid hormone for optimal function. The term hypothyroidism can be used in several ways. 1. Etymology - lack of thyroid hormone. 2. Symptom descriptor - symptoms commonly associated with low thyroid function, such as weight gain, fatigue, or hair loss. 3. Diagnostic category - a markedly elevated TSH combined with a T4 or fT4 below the normal range. Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism is the lack of thyroid hormones, and Hashimoto's is the autoimmune process that is the most common cause of hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's can independently cause symptoms. For more on the relevance of Hashimoto's, refer to the Antibody Support Monograph.
