Hyperthyroidism
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Can what you eat really damage your thyroid?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I’m about to embark on a discussion of one the most controversial topics I’ve ever touched upon. Is it Donald Trump’s candidacy? Same-sex marriage? Gun control? No, none of the above. It’s whether certain foods can be goitrogens, to be…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Nutritional weapons to fight the battle of the bulge
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
In many patients, it takes more than a healthy diet to win the battle of the bulge. At the Hoffman Center, we typically are a last resort for patients who have tried and failed many popular diet programs from Jenny Craig to…read more
Categories: Hyperthyroidism
Grave’s disease: A nutritional approach
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Grave’s disease is the most common form of hyperthyroidism (when the thyroid gland is overactive). When confronted with a diagnosis of Grave’s disease, there are four aspects that need to be addressed when planning a nutritional protocol: removal of thyroid…read more
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Frequently asked questions about fatigue
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Q. What kinds of undiagnosed illnesses can be present with a primary symptom of fatigue? Would other symptoms likely be present, too? How can the fatigue be alleviated with proper treatment of the illness? A. There are innumerable serious and…read more
Categories: Hyperthyroidism
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