You know that healthy habits make sense, but did you ever stop to think why you practice them?

I’ve heard women, in particular, say this a lot lately. They say, “Why can’t I look like that ?!”, ” I will never look like that!”

Why do we mentally sabotage ourselves?  Let’s get something clear. You are unique. You are not meant to be me  & I am not meant to be you. We are on this planet as individuals, each of us has a unique finger print that can’t and wont ever be duplicated with any other human being. Ever! So why do you mentally sabotage your mindset with self doubt and in return it starts a domino affect on  your health? You are telling  your subconscious  with out even realizing it that you are not made for greater things. You are telling your subconscious that you can not be sexy, be brilliant and be fantastic.  Be happy in your skin.

Everywhere you look — on every billboard, on every social media channel — it seems that there are beautiful, scantily clad women. So it is pushed down our throats that beauty starts from the outside but actually its starts on the inside and radiates outward.

Here’s the thing: if you treat your body like it’s your worst enemy – or not take ownership of your physical wellbeing – you ​are repelling good health.

 You’re keeping yourself from being the best you can be in your life , because you dislike your body so much.​

You’re basically saying, “I dislike good health. I want to be rid of it.”

Well, wish granted!

Good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle

You’re meant to make a difference in this world ; that’s why you’re here. 

 But you must believe you’re meant for greater things, so you can actually enter a place of mental  stability, and eventually, a place of fantastic health.

 Don’t take yourself out of the game by ignoring your bad relationship with your health.

Here are three common ways that We keep Ourselves Sick. Luckily, you can fix them.

1. Improve your relationship your health

When you decide to improve  your relationship with your health, be prepared for people to question and criticize you. Change can be a very difficult thing for many  of us to handle. 

 You have the mindset,  to step out on faith to get the perfect health that you really wish to have. It could be from grabbing that apple instead of those chips  , walking 10 minutes per day, or reading a self help book.

Take Action: ​Let yourself out of that unhealthy , fast-food, over processed and artificially filled food habit because it’s ruining your life.

 The only way to create a different outcome is to allow yourself to forgive what’s happened in the past. ​The past does not have to be ​your future.

 You are 100% capable of changing your future health story​, so do it.

2. You never step outside your box.

“I can’t afford eat better.”

“I don’t want to spend the money on a new diet book.”

“I wish, someone would just give me the magic pill for my ideal body!”

“I don’t want to purchase another program that isn’t going to work.”

Does any of this sound familiar? The more you focus on what you don’t have, the less likely it is that you’ll ever have it.

T​ake Action: ​Focus on what you do have​ right now. ​Express gratitude for literally being alive. Now, you have to create a strategy to have what you really want. Set a goal, writing down realistic goals  and make yourself a  deadline. Take steps to get there. (And don’t quit if it doesn’t work the very first try.)

Or… you can keep focusing on what you lack. Call me in a year and tell me how that’s working out for you.

3. You think health is something your granted with, rather than invest.

You want your health to work for you, so you have to think of everything you eat as an investment. 

Will eating that cheeseburger build or create that healthy body? Probably not.

Will investing in self-improvement books or a mentorship program? Perhaps, if you do the work and commit to changing old habits.

​

Take Action: ​When you’re about to improve your health, think carefully about why you’re about to modify your life with . If that  item, service or experience is worth it. Then ask yourself:

• Will it feel like a good investment in 90 days, 6 months, or even a year?
• Will it help you create a healthier you?
• Will it help create a happier you?
• Will this change bring you immense joy and memories that will last forever?
• Will you grow as a result?

Investing in your health will have a high return, personally and professionally. Don’t go foolishly looking for cheap thrills and expect to be in  better state of health this time next year.

 Believe that you’re worthy of investing in yourself and believe you’ll have a return.

Cultivating a healthy mindset

You don’t have to repel health. Instead, build your relationship with it.

Investing in myself by joining a group program for a healthier lifestyle is the best thing I ever did for myself. 

Committing to my personal growth, speaking with people who has been there and done it, and finding the support of like-minded people was crucial to my success and confidence. I’ve created a group on Facebook called Got Hypothyroidism? Where  you have a “safe place” to share progress and chat with one another.

It’s time for you to change your health story and start becoming a healthier you!

 You can change the game. You can see get a healthier you and change your unhealthy past to make a better future in your life. 

Make the decision that it will happen for you, and ​work on your healthy  mindset.

Take Action: ​​Create a food journal. Write down everything you eat. Think about what you eat and if it benefits your body. I’m talking old school pen and paper. ​

Break those chains where you can become a healthier you. Once you see what you eat , you can quickly​ start to know the area’s in  your food journal that you need to make a change.

Yes, it can be frightening. It takes a lot of courage to face your unhealthy habits in such detail.

​ But now you can create a health plan to cut unhealthy habits and bring in the health you desire.

Be strong, stay positive

 want to thank you  for reading my latest blog.  Please let me know if you need any support with it. 

Otherwise, are we friends on Facebook yet?  If not let’s do that now, Got Hypothyroidism?   I like to connect on a more personal level there and often; offer social media only products that can only be accessed on my page and share daily updates along with recipes. Remember sharing is caring. Please share and post a comment to this blog! I would love to hear from you. Sign up for my blogs @ thehypothyroidismchick.com .  You can also  Follow me on instagram @ Thyroidismchick or Follow me on twitter @Thyroidismchick.

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There are THREE big reasons why people decide to say “Pass” when it comes to new cook books or new self help  programs…

1.”I don’t want to waste my money”.

2.”I don’t have the time”.

3.”I don’t know how to get started”.

Which one (or all 3?) best describes your current situation?

I’m going to be honest with you…

I have felt like I’ve seen and heard it all before too…

I have always been VERY selective with where and what that I spent my hard earned money.

So, why did I think you should purchase this book?

Because you need to realize that you have to invest in your health. You are worth investing money for yourself and take charge of your health. Will it “hurt” a little? 

I wish somebody had given me a step-by-step roadmap back when I was first diagnosed with hypothyroidism..

And that’s exactly what you will get once you start investing in  your future.

There’s nothing like the aroma of a home-cooked dinner welcoming you at the door. No time to be in the kitchen? Do you need foods that promote thyroid health? Heal your body from the inside out. Over 101 wholesome nourishing hypothyroidism fighting recipes that cook themselves. All my recipes are Gluten free that feed your body and soul. Let’s kick hypothyroidisms booty the slow cooker way. Download my latest E book today! Only $2.99!

I know, there is so much information overload that most people are confused as to where to start. I believe you have already started by purchasing this book. You have decided that you weren’t going to stay sick and give this hypothyroidism disorder any more ownership of your health. I hope that you are starting to understand if you haven’t already that everything has a part to play in your body. I am on a path to help you, lead you and inform you through this terrible illness. Being diagnosed with hypothyroidism isn’t just here take this pill and it will fix your issues. Hypothyroidism has a root cause. Once you start addressing the root of your problems then your body can start healing itself. Your body is an awesome design but there is a complex balance between everything. It’s a domino effect. If you have something in your body that is overworked, it will cause a major shift in your body. Don’t worry the good news is that you can be healed. As long as there is breathe in your body, you can begin to heal.

A Women’s Holistic Holy Grail Handbook for Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s: How I healed my Hypothyroidism and Autoimmune Disorder with Personalized Nutrition

Audrey Childers is a published author, blogger, freelance journalist and an entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in research and editorial writing. She is also the creator and founder of the website the hypothyroidismchick.com. Where you can find great tips on everyday living with hypothyroidism. She enjoys raising her children and being a voice for optimal human health and wellness. She is the published author of : A survivors cookbook guide to kicking hypothyroidism booty, Reset your Thyroid, The Ultimate guide to healing hypothyroidism and  A survivors cookbook guide to kicking hypothyroidism booty: the slow cooker way. You can find all these books on Amazon.   This blog may be re-posted freely with proper attribution, author bio, and this copyright statement.

Sometimes we have to do a little pruning of the branches, in order for the tree to be healthy again. A number of things can be the reason why you have hormonal imbalances, food intolerances, thyroid issues, adrenal fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, personality changes, leaky gut, depression, an autoimmune disorder, chronic pain, no metabolism and low sex drive, bloating, anxiety, menstrual problems and infertility. It starts with becoming aware and how your health can be influenced by many different circumstances.
How would you define good health? Logically one would define good health as absence of a disease or following some sort of ground rules that avoid developing a disease. This book can help you begin to understand what a Keto Autoimmune protocol is and start guiding you in the redevelopment and healing of your body. You will begin to understand how to fix your gut, strengthen your immunity and fight inflammation with an autoimmune approach. The Keto AIP removes all the common inflammatory food triggers that stimulate a possible autoimmune reaction in the body. Along with helping to reset those adrenals, boosting that energy and doing a little ass kicking to those hormones that have decided to act like a wild college student and pull an all-nighter the day before final exams.
Your health doesn’t have to be a difficult situation but a positive realization that things need to change. This new lifestyle change has many parts to it and I hope you will embrace not only the physical but the spiritual awakening. Common food intolerances that are known to trigger inflammation are eliminated in this Keto AIP protocol are Nightshades, Eggs, Grains (gluten), Dairy, Legumes, Corn, Soy, Dairy and lectins.

The Keto Autoimmune Protocol Healing Book for Women: Strengthen Your Immunity, Fight Inflammation and Love Your Incredible Body

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Audrey Childers is a published author, blogger, freelance journalist and an entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in research and editorial writing. She is also the creator and founder of the website the hypothyroidismchick.com. Where you can find great tips on everyday living with hypothyroidism. She enjoys raising her children and being a voice for optimal human health and wellness. She is the published author of : A survivors cookbook guide to kicking hypothyroidism booty, Reset your Thyroid, The Ultimate guide to healing hypothyroidism and  A survivors cookbook guide to kicking hypothyroidism booty: the slow cooker way. You can find all these books on Amazon.   This blog may be re-posted freely with proper attribution, author bio, and this copyright statement.

Thehypothyroidismchick.com is dedicated to covering health and science news that matters most to our generation. We cover a wide range of stories, but ultimately we are driven by two core values: first, to contribute to our readers’ understanding of what is a very complex and constantly changing field of information, and second, to keep in mind the ultimate “smell test” — we want our stories to be the kind of things you talk about at a bar with your friends. Thehypothyroidismchick.com determines coverage based on relevance, clinical significance, and editorial integrity. We give no priority to commercial considerations, and will always clearly distinguish between factual content, commentary, and opinions to avoid misleading readers with institutional propaganda and speculation.

Finally a Holiday cookbook that will have you sincerely appreciating all the hard work that I put into creating it. This cookbook not only has recipes that caters to your hypothyroidism but the recipes are extremely easy to prepare while still being delicious as they promote your health, help you begin to heal, and you’re eating cleaner on top of it all. These recipes can be used year-round not only around the holidays and will be a great addition to your library. I hope you find this Holiday book a Godsend to the particularly crazy holiday season. This book includes a good variety of recipes that I know you will find to be delicious, full of flavor, healthy and just perfect for your Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner table. From appetizers to main meals, side dishes and desserts these recipes are just wonderfully delicious. I am not kidding when I tell you that the recipe options in this book are endless and you won’t be disappointed! You will be able to find that perfect recipe in this book that makes your taste buds soar, fits your dietary needs and has your family bragging on your cooking skills. They may even think you secretly took lessons from Gordon Ramsay or Julia Childs.

Hypothyroidism Holiday RECIPE Guidebook: Surviving the Season

Hypothyroidism Holiday RECIPE Guidebook: Surviving the Season

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There’s a new trend of  hot beverage filling mugs across America and experts are already singing its health praises. So what is this magical elixir? Bone broth. This magical elixir  has been considered a great healer in many cultures and in South America.

Here are 8 reasons  why you should try drinking bone broth.

1. Heal and seal your gut. According to Jill Grunewald, a holistic nutrition coach and founder of Healthful Elements, a cup a day works miracles for leaky gut syndrome but it’s also good for protecting non-leaky guts. The gelatin in the bone broth (found in the knuckles, feet, and other joints) helps seal up holes in intestines. This helps cure chronic diarrhea, constipation, and even some food intolerances.

2. Protect your joints. Taking glucosamine supplements to help with joint pain has been common knowledge for years, but it turns out that bone broth has glucosamine too. But unlike pills, the broth also includes a host of other goodies that help keep your joints happy, healthy, and pain-free. The chondroitin sulfate in bone broth has been shown to help prevent osteoarthritis.

3. Look younger. Bone broth is a rich source of collagen. You can find collagen in all kinds of “plumping” products these days, but why stick it on the outside when you can drink it? Not only is drinking it cheaper, but it can make your skin, hair, and nails look just as radiant.

4. Sleep better, and feel better. The glycine in bone broth has been shown in several studies to help people sleep better and improve memory.

5. Immune support. Mark Sisson, author of The Primal Blueprint, actually calls bone broth a “superfood” thanks to the high concentration of minerals. He says that the bone marrow can help strengthen your immune system. (Something that won’t surprise your grandma who always made you her famous chicken soup when you got sick!) A Harvard study even showed that some people with auto-immune disorders experienced a relief of symptoms when drinking bone broth, with some achieving a complete remission.

6. Stronger bones. The phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium in the bones seeps out into the broth leaving you with the essential building blocks for healthy bones.

7. More energy. I’m not sure what the mechanism is for this, but if you read accounts of bone broth, you’ll notice everyone swears by the energy boost. I’d prefer to see science backing this up, but the research on bone broth is still emerging.

8. It’s very economical! What else were you going to do with those chicken carcasses, soup bones, and veggies going bad in your fridge?

Chicken and Beef Broth

(Adapted from A Good Food Day, by Marco Canora)

Ingredients:

( You don’t have to use both sets of bones you can use one or the other)

• 4 lbs. chicken bones (any combination of backs, necks, and feet)
• 2 lbs. beef bones (shin or neck)
• 2 small onions, peeled and quartered
• 4 small carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 bunch flat-leaf parsley
• 1 bunch fresh thyme
• 12 oz. can tomatoes, drained
• 1 head garlic, halved crosswise
• 1 tsp. black peppercorns

Directions:

• Combine bones in a deep 8-quart pot.
• Rinse with cold water, scrubbing with your hands.
• Drain and pack bones in pot.
• Cover with 4 inches of cold water and cook over medium-high heat for about 45 minutes until liquid boils.
• Reduce heat to medium and move pot so burner is off to one side. (This helps broth to circulate.)
• Simmer until broth looks clear, about 1 hour, occasionally using a ladle to skim off surface fats and foamy impurities.
• When broth looks clear, add remaining ingredients and simmer for an additional 2 hours.
• Use a spider skimmer to remove and discard bits of meat.
• Put a fine-mesh strainer over another large pot and pour broth through it; discard solids.
• Drink immediately, or let cool before storing. Makes 2 1/2 quarts.

Your not crazy and  it’s not all in your head. Which I love to hear that one- said no one ever!  There is nothing scarier than not knowing why you suffer from different health related issues. You know  your body, you listen to your body and you can tell when something just isn’t right. There are so many potential answers as to why you can be lacking energy, can’t sleep, can’t lose weight, low sex drive, aches and pains in your joints, poor hair and nail quality, premature graying or balding, constipation or hard stools, feelings of sadness, anxiety and even heart palpitations. For the sake of this blog , let’s just say you’ve been recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. You have no other health issues and your stumped on what to do next. All the things that I have listed you could be experiencing one or more. Everyone is different. I’ve experienced everyone of these symptoms except poor quality nails, except balding and expect sadness throughout my diagnoses . Now, my anxiety is a totally different story and  I’ve always had a high forehead which has nothing to do with any balding issues.  You have to be able to laugh at yourself and enjoy life.

You cannot compare yourself with anyone else. Remember you are not perfect. I have to always tell myself this. I am committed to something bigger than myself and I want to add value, inspire and connect with all of you that are struggling with hypothyroidism. Thank you for allowing me into your  life by sharing what I have learned over the years.

Here are a few things to jump start your hypothyroidism health!

1. Adopt a Healthful Diet, Avoid Gluten

Your  thyroid is depending on your to start feeding it and start maintaining your overall health. So stick with whole, natural, and organic foods. Steer clear of processed foods and eat gluten free. Gluten can have undesirable effects on the thyroid. If you must have bread then check out all my gluten free recipes in my book. A Survivors cookbook guide to kicking Hypothyroidisms booty.( Available this Spring)  At the bottom of the page I will include a few gluten free recipes. Meanwhile, you can check out my slow cooker E book.

2. Avoid Soy

Soy products have hormone disrupting effects. Soy is also high in isoflavones (or goitrogens), which can damage your thyroid gland.  Products containing soy protein appear in nearly every aisle of the supermarket. That’s because soy doesn’t just mean tofu. Traditional soyfoods also include soymilk, soynuts and edamame (green soybeans), just to name a few. Food companies also develop new food products containing soy protein from veggie burgers to fortified pastas and cereals. READ your labels. Dont worry you still can eat fried brown rice but replace it with  Coconut amino’s instead.

3. Iodine

Iodine is a very popular hypothyroidism natural treatment source and many  natural health experts do recommend a good source of iodine. While nascent iodine is most often recommended, Lugol’s brand is a fine alternative. Dr. Group’s iodine supplement, is also a viable option. Vitamins C and E, D3, selenium and zinc, and omega-3s should be supplemented with your choice of iodine as well.

Some food sources of iodine include:

• Seaweed and sea vegetables
• Some yogurts (organic yogurt, Greek)
• Cranberries
• Strawberries
• Dairy products
• Dulse flakes

Keep in mind that many hypothyroidism cases are actually caused by Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It was found in some research that increasing iodine intake could actually cause your thyroid issues to worsen if you have Hashimoto’s. Instead, reducing iodine intake may be the solution.

4. Eat More Antioxidant-Rich Foods

Antioxidants are also important in keeping your thyroid healthy. But rather than getting them from traditional multivitamins, that simply exit the body just as easily as they entered, obtain them from natural food sources. Load up on vitamin C from dark green vegetables and citrus fruits, Omega 3 fats from walnuts and flax seeds, and zinc from pumpkin seeds.

5. Reduce Exposure to the Chemical PFOA (Found in Non-Stick Cookware)

Finally, reduce your exposure to PFOA, found in common household products including nonstick cookware and waterproof fabrics. Researchers have found that people with higher levels of PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) have a higher incidence of thyroid disease. Start cooking with cast iron skillets or stainless steel cookware.

6. Coconut Oil

Raw , Virgin Coconut oil has been used as just one hypothyroidism natural treatment.  Coconut oil is made up of medium chain fatty acids known as medium chain triglicerides (MCTs), which help with metabolism and weight loss, coconut oil can also raid basal body temperatures – all good news for people suffering from low thyroid function.

7. Natural Hormone Balancing

One approach to fixing thyroid issues and hypothyroidism is the use of hormone therapy. You really need to meet with an holistic expert. There are many great holistic and naturopath doctors.  Most often, synthetic hormones like Synthroid, Levoxyl, or Levothroid are used, which contain only the T4 hormone and no T3 – two hormones produced by the thyroid gland.  Thyroid conditions can be serious. You should always seek a professional who knows how to help you.

8. Foods that you should start incorporating in your everyday eating.

Figuring out how much you need to eat for you own unique body will require time and experimentation.  Eat slowly and mindfully until you are 80% full. You want to feel satisfied but not stuffed. If  you exercise more, you need more calorie intake. You can easily start with a  salad and add more veggies, healthy, fats and proteins to any meal.  You need to make sure your getting enough nutrients per day. Try your best to not eat 3 hours prior to bedtime and after your last meal allow a 10 hour window before you eat again.

9. Beneficial bacteria supports your immune system

For most people, taking a quality probiotic supplement doesn’t have any side effects other than higher energy and better digestive health. As a society we have drastically cut back on our consumption of vegetables and of beneficial essential fatty acids ( flax, pumpkin, black current seed oil, dark green leafy vegetables, hemp, chia seeds, fish)  such as those found in certain fish (including salmon, mackerel, and herring) and flaxseed. We are consumed with little fiber and an excess of sugar, salt, and processed foods. Stress, changes in the diet, contaminated food, chlorinated water, and numerous other factors can also alter the bacterial flora in the intestinal tract.When you treat the whole person instead of just treating a disease or symptom, an imbalance in the intestinal tract stands out like an elephant in the room.  So to play it safe, I recommend taking a probiotic supplement every.

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because they help keep your gut healthy. Probiotics foods include yogurt,  kefir, Kimchi, Sour Pickles ( brined in water and sea salt instead of vinegar) Pickle juice is rich in electrolytes, and has been shown to help relieve exercise-induced muscle cramps., Kombucha, kombucha tea ,Fermented meat, fish, and eggs.

Brewing Kombucha at Home: Step by Step Instructions for Producing a Perfect Batch

Prebiotics foods are brown rice, oatmeal, flax, chia, asparagus, Raw Jerusalem artichokes, leeks, artichokes, garlic, carrots, peas, beans, onions, chicory, jicama, tomatoes, frozen bananas, cherries, apples, pears, oranges, strawberries, cranberries, kiwi, and berries are good sources. Nuts are also a prebiotic source.

The ideal pH for the colon is very slightly acidic, in the 6.7–6.9 range. When there is an imbalance or lack of beneficial bacteria in the colon, the pH is typically more alkaline, around 7.5 or higher. The optimal pH range for gas-producing organisms is slightly alkaline at 7.2–7.3.

When someone starts taking a probiotic or a prebiotic supplement (or eats a prebiotic food), the beneficial microorganisms begin to increase in number. These good bacteria start to ferment more soluble fiber into beneficial products like butyric acid, acetic acid, lactic acid, and propionic acid. These acids provide energy, improve mineral, vitamin, and fat absorption, and help prevent inflammation and cancer. The extra acid also starts to lower the pH in the colon.

10.  Goitrogenic foods which if eaten in excess can affect your thyroid in a negatively

They are commonly known as Goitrogenic foods, which means they contain substances which can prevent your thyroid from getting its necessary amount of iodine.  If eaten in excess, they interfere with the healthy function of your thyroid gland, tilting you in the direction of being even more hypothyroid, or making you susceptible to having a goiter, or enlargement of your thyroid. If you look closely at the word itself, you can see the root word is goiter (goitro-gen).

Bok choy
broccoli
brussels sprouts
cabbage
cauliflower
garden kress
kale
kohlrabi
mustard
mustard greens
radishes
rutabagas
soy
soy milk
soybean oil
soy lecithin
soy anything
tempeh
tofu
turnips

Also included in the goitrogen category, even if mildly, are:

bamboo shoots
millet
peaches
peanuts
pears
pine nuts
radishes
spinach
strawberries
sweet potatoes

Here are a list of foods that  you can eat as much as you want.

Fruits

apricots, cranberries, papaya, cherries , blueberries, kiwi, banana’s , pineapple, apples ,grapefruit , prunes, dates, raspberries, blackberries

Vegetables

artichokes, avocado, beets, celery, bell peppers, carrots, cucumbers, leeks, squash, zucchini, sea vegetables, tomatoes, mushrooms , peppers, acorn squash, pumpkin, butternut squash

Meat & Fish

lamb, chicken, sardines, turkey, organic-pasture raised eggs, grass fed, beef,  red salmon

Herbs

bayberry, chilies, garlic, cinnamon, black pepper, ginger, peppermint, parsley , turmeric, cilantro, rosemary

Nuts

Coconut, hazel nuts, brazil nuts, macadamia

Fats

coconut oil, raw butters, avocado oil, olive oil, nut butters, avacado

Complex carbs

Quinoa, pea’s, lentils , brown rice.

I want to thank you  for reading my latest blog.  Please let me know if you need any support with it. 

Otherwise, are we friends on Facebook yet?  If not let’s do that now, Got Hypothyroidism?   I like to connect on a more personal level there and often; offer social media only products that can only be accessed on my page and share daily updates along with recipes. Remember sharing is caring. Please share and post a comment to this blog! I would love to hear from you. Sign up for my blogs @ thehypothyroidismchick.com .  You can also  Follow me on instagram @ Thyroidismchick or Follow me on twitter @Thyroidismchick.

Health and Happiness,

Additional Sources:

eMedicineHealth

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001393

MayoClinic

Webmd

MedicineNet

NaturalNews.com/037147

Thyroid.About.com