Thyroid Problems in Women and Children: Self-Help and Treatment [Paperback]

M.D. Joan Gomez (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 26, 2003

The thyroid is one of the most important parts of the body, regulating metabolism and organ function. Thyroid disorder can manifest as hypothyroidism (too little activity) or hyperthyroidism (too much activity). Symptoms can range from mild to serious, but thyroid problems are 90 percent curable if detected. This complete, up-to-date book covers every aspect of both conditions, incorporating case studies and including special chapters for pregnant women, babies, children, adolescents, and women over 50. Another chapter discusses vitamins, the role of iodine, how diet affects the thyroid, and the role of stress.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Hunter House (March 26, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897933850
• ISBN-13: 978-0897933858
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,561,183 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Thyroid Problems in Women and Children by Joan Gomez, November 14, 2003

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This review is from: Thyroid Problems in Women and Children: Self-Help and Treatment (Paperback)

This is a good purchase. It will help to identify strategies
aimed at keeping the thyroid healthy and intact. The use of
clean water, dairy, lean meat, fish (iodine content) are
important in maintaining overall thyroid health into the future.
Chronic overeating, eating too little and feeling cold all the
time are classic events which aggravate the thyroid and lead
to intractable problems. In addition, the book advises to
use salt sparingly and to stop using red food dyes.
Underactive thyroid inducers are cabbage, peanuts, mustard seed,
sweet corn, soy and milk from cows. Certain medicinal
preparations induce thyroid strain; namely, heparin,
diazepam, beta blockers, aspirin , steroids and sulfonamides.
Breathing problems may be aggravated by an over-active thyroid.
Stress, trauma, surgery, burns, radiation, bereavement and
personal illness-all place added burdens on the thyroid.
This book is a worthy purchase for consumers interested
in maintaining thyroid health.