A Healthy Thyroid Needs These Nutrients.
The thyroid gland is located at the front of the throat and is a remarkable butterfly-shaped tissue that is responsible for maintaining balance within the body. Think of it as the body’s mini engine. When provided with the right fuel, the thyroid gland will run smoothly, regulating important functions such as heart rate, metabolism, and digestive function. If it runs out of fuel however, the engine will struggle, and the body will begin to slow down resulting in weight gain, dry skin, fatigue, and brain fog.
How can we fuel our thyroid gland?
To function optimally, the thyroid gland needs a healthy intake of vitamins and minerals that support normal thyroid levels. When the thyroid gland gets enough of these nutrients, it generates and releases two hormones known as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T3 and T4 then enter the bloodstream to be used by the body for important functions. †
Iodine and the thyroid gland.
Iodine is by far, the most important nutrient for a healthy functioning thyroid. The thyroid gland directly uptakes iodine from within food to produce the thyroid hormones.
Unfortunately, getting enough iodine from our food alone is very difficult. This is partly due to low levels of iodine being present in our soils. The scary thing is that many people do not even realize that they are iodine deficient. (1)
Hypothyroidism results in underproduction of the crucial thyroid hormones and in many cases is caused by the insufficient dietary intake of iodine. In fact, iodine deficiency is the most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide. Some common symptoms of hypothyroidism include low energy, dry skin, hair loss, and brain fog. (2)
Iodine and the thyroid gland.
Iodine is by far, the most important nutrient for a healthy functioning thyroid. The thyroid gland directly uptakes iodine from within food to produce the thyroid hormones.
Unfortunately, getting enough iodine from our food alone is very difficult. This is partly due to low levels of iodine being present in our soils. The scary thing is that many people do not even realize that they are iodine deficient. (1)
Hypothyroidism results in underproduction of the crucial thyroid hormones and in many cases is caused by the insufficient dietary intake of iodine. In fact, iodine deficiency is the most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide. Some common symptoms of hypothyroidism include low energy, dry skin, hair loss, and brain fog. (2)
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The 5 Best Nutrients for the Thyroid.
In addition to iodine, there are a number of other vitamins and minerals important for thyroid health.
1.) Selenium
In adults, the thyroid is the organ with the highest amount of selenium per gram of tissue. Therefore, it is logical that the thyroid depends on selenium to function well. Studies across populations have shown that low selenium intake is linked to an increased risk of autoimmune thyroiditis, Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s, and goiter. For those who don’t have a deficiency, selenium supplementation has shown to significantly enhance immune function. (3)
2.) Zinc
Zinc is well known for its role in hair growth but it is also crucial for normal thyroid function. Studies have shown that zinc supplementation has a favorable effect on thyroid hormone levels. (4)
3.) Vitamin D
Aside from being a mood-boosting vitamin, studies have shown that low levels of vitamin D are directly associated with hypothyroidism. (5,6)
4.) Vitamin A
Vitamin A is under appreciated when it comes to thyroid function. Vitamin A is needed to convert and activate the essential thyroid hormones. One study found that with vitamin A supplementation, premenopausal women lowered their risk of developing hypothyroidism. Beta-carotene is an important precursor of Vitamin A production within the body. (7)
5.) Iron
Iron is crucial for the normal production of thyroid hormones. Like selenium and zinc, iron helps to convert T4 into its active form. Iron deficiencies are a leading problem worldwide with women of childbearing age and pregnant women being the most at risk. Numerous studies have shown that there is a significant link between low iron status and hypothyroidism. (8,9)
How VitaMineral Complete 2.0 Fills the Nutritional Gaps
Here at Biowarrior, we know that women lead extremely busy lives and we understand that nutrition doesn’t always take first priority.
We wanted to make it easier for women by developing VitaMineral Complete 2.0. A specially formulated multivitamin that includes a delicate balance of 28 vitamin and minerals that work synergistically to give you the greatest benefits. †
VitaMineral Complete 2.0 covers you for all the essential thyroid nutrients plus more, including organic, bio-activated forms of iron, zinc, vitamin D, C, E, selenium, B vitamin complex, beta carotene, and trace elements. †
The Biowarrior products are designed and formulated to be safe, effective and easy to use. †
They are exclusively sold on the Biowarrior website.
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