Incidence of thyroid disorders increase in peri/menopause and may affect 1 in 10 women
In the majority of cases, this means an underactive thyroid (hypothyroid)
WHY THIS MATTERS… with an underactive thyroid your body slows down
It can slow your heart rate, your circulation, your energy, your body temperature, your gut and your metabolism (weight gain… )
The problem is that it can often be overlooked… the symptoms of an underactive thyroid can mimic those of menopause and are often mistaken for them…
Here are some common signs and symptoms of low thyroid function;
Fatigue and low energy
Weight gain or an inability to lose weight
Hair loss (including the thinning of the outer 3rd of the eyebrows and thinning eyelashes)
Dry skin and hair
Cold hands and feet/ and sensitivity to the cold
Constipation
High cholesterol
PMS/Mood swings
Depression and Anxiety
Brittle nails
Joint aches and pains
A heart rate less than 60bpm
Brain fog and poor concentration
Hoarse voice
Low sex drive
A simple blood test can tell you about your thyroid hormones
It should include those markers; TSH, FT4, FT3 and thyroid antibodies
GP testing often only includes TSH which unfortunately does not tell you your active levels of thyroid hormone or give clues as to why this could be happening…
If you think you would like to find out more email me at gail@gailbradynutrition.com or click on the link here to book a complimentary call