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Low Dose Naltrexone and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

However, low doses of this medication (hence, low dose naltrexone or LDN), have been found to modulate the immune system and have shown promise in improving cases of autoimmune disease. These include Crohn’s, MS, and Hashimoto’s, as well as other immune system-related conditions such as cancer and HIV/AIDS. Doses of 1.5-4.5

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MTHFR, Hashimoto’s and Nutrients

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Dr. Ben Lynch (author of the book Dirty Genes ) reports that those who are born with the MTHFR gene variation may also have some advantages, such as being more alert, productive, and focused. However, some may be concerned with this genetic information getting reported on insurance or to employers. It’s not all doom and gloom, however.

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Finding Your Root Cause: Key Lab Tests

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) and Thyroglobulin (Tg) Antibodies Tests The TPOAb and TgAb tests measure the antibodies that are the markers of autoimmunity, letting us know that the immune system is launching an attack on the thyroid gland. [7] Vitamin D is a major player in immune system balance. [16] You also have self-order options.

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10 Facts About Thyroid Disease

The Thyroid Pharmacist

percent), hypothyroidism caused by the medication amiodarone (4 percent), and pregnancy-related immune changes (about 0.09 Estrogen and prolactin have an important role in modulating the immune system, and may impact autoimmune disease. So I decided to write a book, Adrenal Transformation Protocol , which has just been published!