The most common complaint from people with thyroid disorders is that of weight gain. The thyroid has an immense influence upon metabolism, leading to unintended weight gain and weight loss. People with thyroid conditions are also at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Consequently, the necessity of a balanced diet and […]
What can you eat to help your heart, your metabolism, and to help prevent conditions like cold sores and cancer? A food that can help all of these things, often forgotten but well researched. Sea vegetables may be a unique food source not only of the mineral iodine, but also of the mineral vanadium. Although this mineral […]
Regular exercise can help give you the power to make better choices for yourself and your family. Exercise has been found to positively influence psychosocial aspects of eating such as cognitive restraint and emotional eating; promoting increased motivation and a greater sense of feeling in control. Conditions often suffered by people with thyroid problems such […]
Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health and quality of life. The way you feel while you’re awake depends in part on what happens while you’re sleeping. During sleep, your body is working […]
Sisters Lucy and Lizzy Herron are the proud and passionate Founders and Directors of The Lucy Rose Clinic across Australia. Seen here photographed with Dr. David Brownstein at the PCCA Conference at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas where they spent three days discussing integrated approaches to Thyroid and natural Health. We are so very […]
Is Iodine The Missing Link To True Health? Iodine deficiency is a serious health problem. The real evidence is overwhelming. Iodine is the most important nutrient involved in thyroid health. For this reason it is imperative we have adequate intake to maintain optimal health. All cells in the body need iodine. There is a lot […]
Thrush is a condition caused by the fungus Candida albicans. It occurs because the immune system — especially cellular immunity and nutrition— is depressed. Therefore, one would expect the infection to remain as long as immunity is suppressed. It can occur on any mucus membrane in the body including the mouth, digestive tract and genital […]
Dr. Broda Barnes’s Temperature Testing Protocol You will need a mercury thermometer (digital thermometers can be used but aren’t as accurate). This needs to be done first thing in the morning before getting out of bed. Leave the thermometer on your bedside, so as soon as your alarm goes off you can reach for it […]
There are two main schools of thought when it comes to health; conventional or complementary (natural). Of course every case is different and what works for one person may not be optimal for another. Here you’ve got to take into account the seriousness of your thyroid disorder, your overall health, comfort level, tolerances and preferences, […]
Although the rising incidences of Cancer are well recorded, information on thyroid cancer is not often in the papers. In 2012, thyroid cancer was estimated to account for 2,100 disability adjusted life years (DALYs) in Australians. Of these, 1,200 were years lost due to premature death and 880 were years of healthy life lost due […]