Elixir Naturopathy Blog
6 Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Hashimoto’s
Iodine is an essential trace mineral integral for the formation of thyroid hormones, which are needed for growth and development and metabolic processes throughout the body.
Oestrogen: Functions, Imbalances & Testing
You might be surprised to learn that there is more than just one type of oestrogen.
Oestrogens are a group of steroid hormones produced in various organs (not just the ovaries) and the level of these oestrogens change throughout life and in physiological and pathological conditions.
While oestrogen is typically thought of as a female hormone, it is produced by males also. In women, this group of sex hormones are responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics such as breasts, endometrium, and regulation of the menstrual cycle.
Within the oestrogen hormone family, there are three main forms to focus on:
Could Your Swimming Pool Be Making You Sick?
Did you spend your childhood like most of us in the backyard or local swimming pool?
I remember growing up spending most mornings & afternoons at swimming training. But did you know Chlorine can be detrimental to thyroid health?