7 Symptoms of Iodine Deficiency in Fibromyalgia
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Your thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate your metabolic rate, which impacts how much energy you have. Although it doesn't get much attention, consuming sufficient iodine is critical for a healthy thyroid. Since fibromyalgia at its core is an energy crisis, it's important that those with FMS are aware of symptoms that might suggest iodine deficiency. Let's look at seven symptoms of iodine deficiency and what you can do about it.
High-Doses of Biotin Supplements Can Interfere with Hormone Testing
A recent study showed that high levels of biotin intake (10 mg daily) may significantly interfere with standard hormone tests. Especially problematic is that this can result in a false impression that your thyroid hormone is functioning higher than it actually is.
The relatively low levels of biotin in typical multivitamins isn't an issue. But if you're taking unusually high levels to help with hair and nail problems, you'll need to get off the biotin supplement for at least a week before doing the hormone testing.
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I treat people with CFS and fibromyalgia all over the world by providing consultations over the phone or in person, with a comprehensive "new patient" consultation session including four hours of one-on-one time with me. During this initial session, I'll review your medical lab records, thoroughly discuss the experiences you've had with this illness, answer all of your questions, and recommended a detailed treatment protocol for your case.
Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.
