What is best for thyroid support?

 What is best for thyroid support?

Supplements for 'Thyroid Support' Could Be Dangerous.

NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT FOR HEALTHY THYROID FUNCTION

‍Supports Healthy Energy Levels

‍Supports Focus and Clarity

‍Supports Healthy Thyroid Hormone Production

WHAT IS THYROID SUPPORT?

The thyroid gland is a unique and complex organ that controls metabolism, development, and protein synthesis. It necessitates iodine supplementation and other trace elements. Normal cognitive function, metabolic rate, and calcium management are all dependent on a healthy thyroid.

VitaPost Thyroid Support is a unique blend of vitamins, minerals, and herbs that supports healthy energy levels, attention and clarity, and thyroid hormone production.

BENEFITS OF THYROID SUPPORT

There are a variety of supplements available online and in stores that claim to support or improve thyroid function. Only herbs are listed as ingredients in some recipes. Others contain dried, ground-up thyroid gland from pigs or cows in pill form.

People take the supplements because they're weary or have gained weight for no apparent reason, which they interpret as a sign that their bodies aren't producing enough thyroid hormone.

Endocrinologist Victor Bernet, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., got intrigued when a number of his patients told him they were taking the supplements. Is it possible that they include the same thyroid hormone found in Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid, Unithroid, and other prescription thyroid hormone deficient medications?

Yes, argues Bernet, and it's perilous. "Even a little too much T4 can cause palpitations, atrial fibrillation, blood pressure problems, and other things," he says WebMD. "People are worried, can't sleep, have a lower exercise tolerance, and their hearts are racing."

Synthroid and other prescription medications for thyroid insufficiency include the active component T4 (thyroxine).

Bernet and colleagues put 10 supplements to the test, choosing them because they appeared to be the most popular "thyroid support" items on the market. Animal thyroid gland was specified as an ingredient in five of the goods, whereas it was not included in five others.

As a consequence, T4 was found in nine out of ten pills. Four of the pills delivered T4 at dosages ranging from 8.6 to 91.6 micrograms per day at the indicated amount on the package. According to Bernet, a normal daily dose of prescription T4 is 50 to 150 micrograms.

Another thyroid hormone, triiodothyronine, or T3, was found in nine of the supplements. Five of them administered T3 doses of more than 10 micrograms per day on a daily basis. Bernet explains, "That's more than half of what the body would ordinarily create in a day."

"Thyroid hormones should only be purchased with a doctor's prescription," Bernet advises WebMD. "I do not advise anyone to take any of these supplements," says the author. Patients should be aware that 90 percent of the products we chose at random contain clinically significant quantities of thyroid hormone.Another thyroid hormone, triiodothyronine, or T3, was found in nine of the supplements. Five of them administered T3 doses of more than 10 micrograms per day on a daily basis. Bernet explains, "That's more than half of what the body would ordinarily create in a day."

Thyroid Support Supplements Legal

The supplements are legal as long as they aren't spiked with pharmaceutical drugs, according to federal law. That law, passed in 1994, permits the sale of "a dietary substance for use by man to supplement the diet by increasing the total dietary intake (e.g., enzymes or tissues from organs or gland)."

Supplement manufacturers must "determine" that their goods are safe and that any claims made regarding them "are verified by enough evidence to prove they are not untrue or misleading." The law, on the other hand, exempts dietary supplements from FDA approval.

"Thyroid support supplements have been around for a long time," says Duffy MacKay, ND, the Council for Responsible Nutrition's vice president for scientific and regulatory affairs. The supplement industry is represented by CRN, a trade association.

"It's completely lawful to have desiccated glands in dietary supplements," MacKay adds. "The amount of hormone in the product should be similar to what occurs naturally in the [animal] gland. Thyroid hormone levels are not excessively high."

However, MacKay claims that his remarks are confined to companies that "follow the rules." "Spiked supplements posing as supplements," he says.

WebMD's request for comment on the Bernet study findings was not responded to by the FDA.

Thyroid support products, according to Bernet, should be more strictly monitored. Bernet has the right to his view, according to MacKay, but if he wants things changed, he should write to his congressman and ask for a change in federal law.

However, MacKay and Bernet agree on at least one significant point: anyone considering taking a thyroid support supplement should consult a physician before doing so, and make sure to inform all of their doctors.

FAQS

Thyroid Supplementation

Is a prescription for Thyroid Support required?

Thyroid Support can be purchased over-the-counter without a prescription.

What is the best way to utilize Thyroid Support?

Take two (2) capsules with food each day, or as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

Do not take more than the suggested amount. Before using this or any other dietary supplement, pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and anybody with a known medical condition should get medical advice.

Capsules aren't my favorite thing to eat. Is there anything else I can do?

Although the Thyroid Support capsule can be broken down and dissolved in your favorite drink or food, we do not recommend it owing to the unpleasant taste. We also don't advocate splitting the capsule in half and trying to swallow the pieces because this capsule includes compact powder.

‍Taking Thyroid Support

‍Shipping, Sizes and Quantity

What are my delivery options?
We have global distribution to 20 countries worldwide. This list of countries is available in the first step of checkout.

Orders are processed immediately and shipping depends on which option you choose:

Description	Price
USPS - Standard (3-5 business days)	$4.95
USPS - Second Day (2-3 business days)	$9.95
UPS/DHL/USPS – Tracking International (12-15 business days)	$9.95

How many capsules are in 1 bottle of Thyroid Support?
Thyroid Support contains 60 capsules in every bottle. This is equivalent to a 1-month supply.

How big are the capsules?
The capsules are a standard 0 size, which is less than an inch long (22mm). Most people consider this size easy to swallow.

Can I return my unopened bottles of Thyroid Support?
Yes, we stand behind this supplement 100%, so we’re more than happy for you to

 return your unopened bottles of Thyroid Support within 5 months of purchase.

Ingredients and Restricted Diets

Is Thyroid Support free of common allergens?
While the formula does not contain common allergens, this product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.

For uncommon allergens, please check the ingredients list.

Is Thyroid Support a vegetarian product?
Thyroid Support is encased in a gelatin capsule, meaning it is not a vegetarian product.

Certification and Manufacturing

Are these certified by the FDA?
The FDA does not certify dietary supplement products, such as Thyroid Support. However, Thyroid Support is manufactured in an FDA registered facility that follows GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) guidelines.

Where is it manufactured?
Thyroid Support is manufactured in the US from quality imported and domestic ingredients.