Thyroid and High Blood Pressure

May 8th, 2012

You may ignore it but low thyroid and high
blood pressure can go hand in hand… the
interesting thing is that, most of the time
the problem of HBP can be corrected easily.

How?

Well, first let us share with you a question
we got from Caprice who is concerned with
this issue and then you’ll learn the how.

Q:

Hi,

I was wondering if you could answer
some ?????? for me. I am currently taking
levothroid and recently i have been having
HBP. I took a thyroid test maybe about 3
weeks ago and it came back as 3.3 which my
md advised was normal and to keep on my
same dosage. I was wondering if it could
all of the sudden be too strong of a dose
and that could be what is causing my hbp?

In the past that was the problem, i found
out because my test came back indicating
that it was too strong of a dose. I have
noticed since my refill in march of this
year my BP(blood Pressure) readings are
high.

I’m really confused my md wants to put me
on BP medication but I don’t want it if
its simply a matter of levothroid dosage
adjustment. My md will not give me another
test to check because she insists that the
numbers don’t change that quickly. Like I
said I’m confused and not sure what to do.
Any answers you can give me will be greatly
appreciated.

Thank You. Caprice

A:

According to our best knowledge, Caprice,
hypothyroidism and high blood pressure
can affect the same person especially when
he or she is taking only T4 – as you are.

It seems that HBP is a common symptom of
under-treated hypothyroidism, but the good
news is that switching to a combination of
T3 and T4 has shown to be very favorable.
Have you discuss this option with your MD?

Just so you know a synthetic form of T3 for
example is Cytomel. And a natural option is
Armour.

You may learn more about Armour, a natural
thyroid complex at:
http://lowthyroidhelp.com/blog/2011/09/21/armour-natural-thyroid-complex/

Many doctors are aware of the fact that
only T4 is not enough for some of their
patients… we hope yours is one of them
and open to work with you.

In regards to the dose, yes. If it’s too
high for you it can cause many issues such
as high heart rate, high blood pressure,
anxiety, insomnia, hair loss, anxiety, and
high blood pressure among others.

Now, you’re saying that your TSH is 3.3
which according to the latest standards
is high. Today natural health care
professionals and some open minded doctors
agree that the maximum optimal TSH level
is 2.0 so, this is another topic to discuss
with your physician.

Going back to HBP, there are other things
that can cause it and we’d like to mention,
such as:

* Decreased kidney function due to toxins
build-up or an infection in the the kidneys.

* Overworked adrenals due to constant
stress and low thyroid function. The thyroid
and adrenal glands work together and when
the thyroid is not working to the fullest
the adrenals jump out to help and keep you
going day in and day out.

* Fatty and calcium plaques coating the
arteries.

* Hardened and brittle arteries due to zinc
deficiency and heavy metals build up.

High blood pressure can cause many serious
diseases as you may know, including heart
attacks, strokes, heart attacks and memory
problems.

Unfortunately Caprice, most traditional
doctors are not open to see and treat the
body as a whole but as a part here and a
part there — and it seems that your MD
ignores the thyroid and high blood pressure
connection.

We can see that you’re not into taking a
pill for each symptom and that you want to
take responsibility for your own well
being. Good for you!

We encourage you – and all of our readers -
to never give up until you find the best
remedies and/or medicines for your unique
biochemistry. And if this means to look for
another doctor, well, it’s in your best
interest :)

Wishing you a healthy and smooth day,

Monica

P.S. No need to be shy… feel free to
leave your comments or feedback below.

—–
The Hypothyroid Diet – 7 Day Menu Plan & Recipes

Simple to follow diet and lifestyle principles that
will enhance the function of your thyroid gland. Burn
extra body fat, boost your energy levels, sleep better,
feel happier. Learn how to choose the right foods for
You as well as which you should avoid. Discover what
makes the thyroid strong – and what makes it sluggish.
For more details visit,
http://www.lowthyroidhelp.com/hypothyroid_diet.html

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Selenium Rich Foods

May 1st, 2012

Last week we talked about oats and we got
a comment that we’d like to address today.
It came from Yaelah, who said that oats are
high glycemic, and asked for other selenium
rich foods.

But before we dive into the topic let me
tell you that I got my gift :)

The oat cakes Marion brought me from UK
and which I liked a lot! They are plain so
go well with different things. The brand is
Nairn’s just in case you want to try them.

OK. Let’s talk about the GI of oats and
right after I’ll tell you about those
selenium rich foods.

Oats are medium-high glycemic depending
on the type, it’s true, all grains are BUT,
our bodies can handle most of them if they
are eaten in moderation.

Not only all of us need carbohydrates for
energy but in the case of the thyroid gland
this needs a balanced amount of them to
work well… too little carbs is not good
for it.

Now, if you all the time eat high glycemic
foods that’s different and that can cause
all sorts of health imbalances.

Fortunately the day has many hours. This
means that you can alternate the foods you
consume and create balanced meals.

And if you’re concerned with with the GI of
certain foods you may combine them in a way
to lower your body’s insulin response.

How?

Well, you just add other ingredients such
as butter, Greek yogurt, olive oil, coconut
oil, apple cider vinegar, some form of
protein, etc.

One last thing…

When it comes to grains, just so you know,
pearled barley and whole rye are among
the ones with lowest GI.

In regards to selenium, selenium deficiency
has been linked to different health issues
such as autoimmune problems, thyroid
conditions, mood disorders, prostate and
stomach cancer.

Although the following foods are considered
selenium rich foods, the amount of
selenium they have depend on the soil where
they are grown; as you may be aware of, the
concentration of this mineral can change
quite a bit from soil to soil.

The foods are:

Brazil nuts, the best source. You may enjoy
one a day and get what your body requires!

Sunflower seeds, fish, meat, poultry, eggs
and onions are good sources as
well.

The maximum, safe dose of selenium is 400mcg.
If you consume too much selenium things like
fatigue, nausea, dizziness, hair loss could
happen.

Well, this is all for now.

Today we’re celebrating labor day in this
part of the earth so the city is quiet an
easy to transit so I think that I’ll go out
and explore a new cafe with a good book ;)

Wishing you health, joy and peace,

Monica

P.S. No need to be shy… feel free to
leave your comments or feedback below.

—–
The Hypothyroid Diet – 7 Day Menu Plan & Recipes

Simple to follow diet and lifestyle principles that
will enhance the function of your thyroid gland. Burn
extra body fat, boost your energy levels, sleep better,
feel happier. Learn how to choose the right foods for
You as well as which you should avoid. Discover what
makes the thyroid strong – and what makes it sluggish.
For more details visit,
http://www.lowthyroidhelp.com/hypothyroid_diet.html

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