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Thyroid

When the tiny, butterfly-shaped thyroid gland at the base of your throat isn’t functioning properly, it can trigger weight gain or loss, fatigue, insomnia, depression, joint pain, hair loss, and other symptoms. Learn about the different types of thyroid disease, and find drug-free ways to treat it in the articles below.

Quick Reads

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Do You Have Thyroid Disease?

Find out if you are at risk for thyroid problems.

An Armour Thyroid Shortage?

Officials are working to boost supplies after nationwide deficit of the popular thyroid drug.

What’s Your Melanoma Risk?

These risk factors could lead to a greater chance of developing melanoma.

What Your Nails Say About You

Find out how doctors can identify the first signs of arthritis, lupus, lung disorders, and liver and kidney problems just by looking at your nails.

Read All About It

This section delves deep into the heart of the matter. Click below to read in-depth investigations, article features, cover stories, and the inspirational journeys of others.

The Hidden Epidemic: Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?

Millions of Americans have thyroid disease and don’t know it. Are you one of them?

Worth Their Salt

Here's 7 artisan varieties of salt that add flavor and a health boost to a range of mealsWorth Their Salt.

Alternative Medicine Cabinet: A Tune-up for Your Thyroid

Help for your thyroid is as close as your kitchen. Stock up on key nutrients for optimal thyroid health.

Can’t Lose Those Extra Pounds?

Get your thyroid checked.

Neck Check

The incidence of thyroid cancer is growing at an alarming rate, but there are ways you can protect yourself.

Heading off Hair Loss

Maintain your mane and head off hair loss. Good nutrition, low stress and invigorating scalp massages may help you keep your locks longer.

The Mysterious Malaise

If you have trouble losing weight, often feel sluggish, and are getting the runaround from your doctor, you’ll want to know how one woman solved the same problem.

Ask The Doctor

Everyone can use good advice. Below, we've gathered top queries and answers for you. Don't see the answer to your question? Email us and our team of experts with respond!

Q. I’m 40, and I still have irregular periods. Is this normal?

Get your menstrual cycle back on track with diet, exercise, weight management, and herbs.

Ask the Doctor: Postpartum Depression

Treat postpartum emotions and mood swings without resorting to antidepressents.

Ask The Doctor: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Dr. Robert Rountree advises on thyroiditis and natural solutions.

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