Indeed. When the immune system is overactive other organs and systems may be compromised. In the case of Hashimoto's disease not only is important to treat the thyroid, but to consider the function and treatment of the immune system because this is out of balance as well. The immune system has two branches or groups known as Th1 and Th2 and one may be attacking the other, which can be determined by a blood test. Efforts invested in balancing the response of both branches should include diet and lifestyle because foods and herbal remedies can boost it or inhibit it. You can learn more about this topic at:
http://lowthyroidhelp.com/blog/2012/01/17/hashimotos-disease-the-immune-system-has-the-key/
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Indeed. When the immune system is overactive other organs and systems may be compromised. In the case of Hashimoto's disease not only is important to treat the thyroid, but to consider the function and treatment of the immune system because this is out of balance as well. The immune system has two branches or groups known as Th1 and Th2 and one may be attacking the other, which can be determined by a blood test. Efforts invested in balancing the response of both branches should include diet and lifestyle because foods and herbal remedies can boost it or inhibit it. You can learn more about this topic at:
May 19, 2012 - 8:41amhttp://lowthyroidhelp.com/blog/2012/01/17/hashimotos-disease-the-immune-system-has-the-key/
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