I'm so sorry you are going through this, and we'll try to help you find the answers you are looking for.
I assume you already found this online brochure for Hashimoto's, as it does discuss the bladderwrack tea. I could not find the author or organization producing this brochure, and I would not recommend using it as your source of credible information. It does have some interesting ideas for treatment of hashimoto's using complementary medicine: you can use it by asking your holistic physician about these specific suggested remedies. I did not find this information anywhere else; perhaps someone more educated on CAM (complementary and alternative medicine) practices can offer more information.
I found an interesting site regarding nutrition and thyroid:
"Dr. xx does not believe that any one food, supplement, or detoxification process is the easy solution to a thyroid problems. It's a function of finding the right balance among a number of approaches, and that's something that's difficult to do on your own. Dr. xx believes that most patients will need to find and work with a practitioner - whether it's a nutritionist, or holistic M.D., naturopath, or other insightful practitioner - who understands thyroid problems."
I am sure you know that because Hashimoto's is a progressive disease, that medication is highly recommend, and can lead to further problems if left untreated (I'm sorry you have this!!). I would suggest speaking with your holistic physician on a regular basis to find the right balance of options in your treatment, especially if you are opting-out of certain medications or treatments.
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Hi kitkat,
I'm so sorry you are going through this, and we'll try to help you find the answers you are looking for.
I assume you already found this online brochure for Hashimoto's, as it does discuss the bladderwrack tea. I could not find the author or organization producing this brochure, and I would not recommend using it as your source of credible information. It does have some interesting ideas for treatment of hashimoto's using complementary medicine: you can use it by asking your holistic physician about these specific suggested remedies. I did not find this information anywhere else; perhaps someone more educated on CAM (complementary and alternative medicine) practices can offer more information.
I found an interesting site regarding nutrition and thyroid:
"Dr. xx does not believe that any one food, supplement, or detoxification process is the easy solution to a thyroid problems. It's a function of finding the right balance among a number of approaches, and that's something that's difficult to do on your own. Dr. xx believes that most patients will need to find and work with a practitioner - whether it's a nutritionist, or holistic M.D., naturopath, or other insightful practitioner - who understands thyroid problems."
I am sure you know that because Hashimoto's is a progressive disease, that medication is highly recommend, and can lead to further problems if left untreated (I'm sorry you have this!!). I would suggest speaking with your holistic physician on a regular basis to find the right balance of options in your treatment, especially if you are opting-out of certain medications or treatments.
Resources:
February 8, 2009 - 9:15am- NCAAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
- MedlinePlus
- Power of Prevention
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