|
|
|
|
|
|
Spacedoc Newsletter
December 10, 2010 |
| Hypothyroidism - Dr. David Brownstein, M.D. | 
In this series of three articles, Dr. David Brownstein reviews the importance of maintaining adequate thyroid function, particularly in an under active thyroid state ( i.e., hypothyroidism ).
1. The thyroid gland secretes approximately one teaspoon of thyroid hormone over an entire year. This teaspoon of thyroid hormone must drive the metabolic rate of every single cell in the body. Small variations in this amount will have wide ramifications on the health of the individual.
It is impossible for the body to function at an optimum level of health if there is inadequate production of thyroid hormone. It is my opinion that the true figure for hypothyroidism is close to 40% of the population or approximately 52 million adults just in the United States.
Read the full article here:
Hypothyroidism
2. The holistic approach to diagnosing hypothyroidism is very different from the standard conventional model of relying only on the blood tests. I believe it is inappropriate to rely solely on laboratory tests to diagnose hypothyroidism, as this will miss many individuals suffering from this condition.
Read the full article here:
Holistic Approach to Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
3. The conventional treatment of hypothyroidism relies primarily on using synthetic derivatives of T4, Levothyroxine Sodium, more commonly known as Synthroid®, Levothroid®, Unithroid®, etc.
The holistic approach to treating hypothyroidism is to look at the underlying cause(s) of hypothyroidism while trying to optimize thyroid function. Whether the treatment involves stopping drugs such as birth control pills or synthetic estrogens, correcting vitamin and nutrient deficiencies or using dietary strategies, the focus should be on maximizing the body's own thyroid production and utilization.
Read the full article here:
Treatment of Hypothyroidism
Dr. David Brownstein, M.D.
David Brownstein, M.D. is a family physician who utilizes the best of conventional and alternative therapies.
He is the Medical Director for the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, MI.
Dr. Brownstein is the author of nine books including Overcoming Thyroid Disorders. | |
| The Dark Side of Statins: e-Book by Dr Duane Graveline, M.D. | |
Advertisement
All three of my previous statin books are now available in e-Book versions plus my latest book The Dark Side of Statins which is available in e-Book only for now.
e-Books offer a lower cost way to get the same information as in the print versions, allow readers from all over the world instant access, and now you do not even need an electronic bookreader as these versions can be read on any device like smart phones, tablet computers, laptops and desktops.
The Dark Side of Statins
Try to imagine a drug possessing the ability to cause DNA mutations using the same mechanisms that have evolved for natural aging. When confronted with a patient experiencing weakness and unsteadiness, muscle aches and pains, memory loss and depression, the quite natural response from most doctors is, "You have to expect this kind of thing now; you are over 50".
Most doctors do not have a clue as to the truth. It is not natural aging that has depleted you so. This is premature aging - aging in months according to many statin victims - and this entire complex of symptoms from a drug so safe that many doctors feel it should be put in the drinking water.
The class of drugs is called statins, simple reductase inhibitors capable not only of lowering cholesterol but also CoQ10 and dolichols as well, leading directly to mitochondrial damage and mutation. No, this is not impossible. It is happening today to thousands of us.
The Dark Side of Statins, 25,000 words, published October, 2010
Duane Graveline MD MPH
Former USAF Flight Surgeon
Former NASA Astronaut
Retired Family Doctor
| |
|
| Books by Dr Duane Graveline, MD MPH | | Advertisement |
The Statin Damage Crisis
by Duane Graveline MD MPH
Paperback  Buy Now
Statin Drugs Side Effects and the Misguided War on Cholesterol
by Duane Graveline MD MPH
Paperback
Lipitor Thief of Memory
by Duane Graveline by Duane Graveline, M.D.
Paperback
From Laika With Love
by Duane Graveline MD MPH
Paperback Buy Now |
| Spacedoc.net |
Visit the main spacedoc.net site.
A new search page enables readers to easily find articles by subject ( using the site map ) or by keyword. Search spacedoc.net
Previous newsletters are now archived on the site.
View newsletters from the past 12 months:
|
|
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Statements on spacedoc.net are those of the credited author of the article or message and the expressed opinions are not necessarily those of the site owners, operators, developers, or host.
Articles and messages on this site are for information purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat any illness, disease, or other medical condition.
Natural products and any claims made about specific products in this newsletter and on the site have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Always consult with a qualified medical professional before making medication, supplement, exercise, or lifestyle changes or decisions.
Note that no personal medical questions of any kind can or will be answered.
| |
|
|
Newsletter Admin
Spacedoc.net
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
