The Hypothyroid Mother

Before I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism I had no idea what it was. I honestly didn't realize how important the thyroid gland was or what it even did. For months I had been feeling fatigued and just crappy. I thought it was hormones because I had recently given birth and was breastfeeding.

What is Hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which there is too little thyroid hormone in the bloodstream. The thyroid gland, which produces the thyroid hormones, is said to be "underactive," because it does not produce enough thyroid hormone for the body to function normally (eHealthMed). So in a way, it is hormonal.

Symptoms Include (Just to name a few):

- lower heart rate
- tiredness, fatigue
- poor memory or difficulty in thinking
- Intestinal problems
- Slow heart rate
- Inability to tolerate cold
- weight gain, even when working out
- Drowsiness
- Heavy or irregular periods
- muscle cramps

As time persists without treatments, patients may experience:

• Dry, flaky skin
• Hair loss
• Impaired memory and difficulty in thinking
• Voice becomes deeper
• A numb sensation in the arms and legs
• Puffiness in the face, especially around the eyes

Everyday I experience many of these issues even though I am taking the thyroid hormone. That's the thing with hypothyroidism. Rarely does the medication helps with symptoms. That's why I changed my lifestyle inside and out. Everyday I take supplements called Lifelong Vitality Pack (PDF Info for Lifelong Vitality). 

I noticed a difference in my energy within three days. Without my supplements I am extremely "slow" and sluggish throughout the day. Doing laundry alone becomes a great achievement. I also went gluten free because gluten is a huge trigger with any thyroid disorder. The key with living with hypothyroidism is to eat an anti-inflammatory diet and supplement for lack of nutrition. I say lack of nutrition because it's very difficult to actually eat all the recommended amount of vegetables per day, especially because vegetables lose their nutrients the longer they are transported and sit at the grocery stores. Once I went gluten free, my stubborn weight started falling off...14lbs in a month and a half.

To read more about the gluten-thyroid connection, click here

To help with my goiter I have been applying essential oils to my thyroid every morning and evening. I made a roller bottle with Peppermint oil, Clove oil, Lemongrass, Frankincense, and Myrrh essential oil diluted with fractionated coconut oil. The coconut oil is very important with this blend because the oils I use are considered "hot" oils which can be irritating on the skin when used often. Below you will see how much my goiter has shrunk. If my regimen breaks then I notice my symptoms start to arise again.

This is a whole new way of life for me. I become exhausted much easier and I am not able to be as active as I once was. It kinda makes me sad because I am only 25 years old...only 25 years old and I have to "manage" symptoms in order to feel somewhat "normal". I haven't felt like "me" since before I got pregnant. I never had hypothyroidism until I became pregnant. In a way I am okay with my diagnosis because I am forced to live healthier lifestyle and I love the benefits of essential oils. They don't cure me, but they make living with hypothyroidism more manageable. My overall goal is to reverse my hypothyroidism through healthy living and come to a point where my body is producing enough thyroid hormone to function. I'll keep my readers posted on my progess.
Thank you for reading! I appreciate everyone who reads my blogs. This is where my passion lies, so thank you!

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