Originally published on 22nd February 2016 Last updated on 22nd April 2024 I have hypothyroidism. Autoimmune thyroid disease. An underactive thyroid. And I often face incorrect assumptions about it, so thought I’d address some of the most common ones. Before…
Originally published on 19th September 2017 Last updated on 8th April 2024 Hypothyroidism is linked to cholesterol levels. An underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism can cause cholesterol to increase and you may not even be aware that this is the cause…
Originally published on 4th December 2018 Last updated on 8th April 2024 Whilst it’s true that hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s are more common in women, it doesn’t make men totally immune. As many as eight times more women than men are…
Originally published on 6th February 2018 Last updated on 8th April 2024 What is it like living with a hypothyroid partner? My husband of almost six years and partner of almost 15 years wrote this blog after a particularly hard…
Originally published on 12th January 2016 Last updated on 5th April 2024 Do you suspect you have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) or Hashimoto’s? Or do you have one that you’ve been told is ‘optimally treated’, yet still have symptoms? The…
Originally published on 8th September 2020 Last updated on 5th April 2024 Issues surrounding sleep can be one of the most frustrating parts of having a thyroid condition. Trouble falling asleep and waking up frequently are often asked about…
Weight gain with hypothyroidism is commonly recognised and understood. However, I also hear from many thyroid patients who do not experience this and actually experience the opposite: unintentional weight loss. Why does this happen?
Originally published on 6th December 2016 Last updated on 25th March 2024 Losing your hair can be very upsetting. It’s not just vanity, hair also contributes to your identity and is yet another way that hypothyroidism can wreak its havoc.…
Originally published on 2nd August 2018 Last updated on 25th March 2024 Living with hypothyroidism can sometimes affect your work life. It’s an aspect we often don’t talk about, and in my opinion don’t talk about enough, but there are…
Originally published on 10th July 2018 Last updated on 22nd March 2024 There are certain low vitamin and mineral levels that commonly exist alongside hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. It may be tied in to your diet or gut health and how…
