by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Dec 1, 2016 | Thyroid Blog
Gallbladder surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgeries today. Did you know simply going gluten-free may lower the risk of needing gallbladder surgery? This may be especially true if you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism. Gluten sensitivity is linked with... by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Nov 24, 2016 | Thyroid Blog
If you developed Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism after breast implant surgery, or if you have Hashimoto’s and are considering breast implants, take note that both silicone and saline can make you sick.Not only can breast implants break down, leak, or burst, but the body’s... by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Nov 16, 2016 | Thyroid Blog
For people with Hashimoto’s Disease, a post-election Thanksgiving with a politically-diverse family could bring unwanted inflammatory triggers, such as anger, stress, and fear. These strong negative emotions can overwhelm a challenged immune system and worsen... by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Nov 9, 2016 | Thyroid Blog
When managing an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, prolonged heightened stress (or fear, anger, and negativity) is a problem that can worsen the disease. Stress has been shown to harm the body in the following ways:1. Leads to anxiety,... by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Nov 3, 2016 | Thyroid Blog
Difficulty losing weight is an obvious and glaring symptom that will drive many women to a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism. When your thyroid hormone levels are low or erratic, weight loss won’t happen, but weight gain happens all too easily. Even when...
