R A W - T H Y G L A N D #22

The thyroid gland surrounds, the windpipe at the base of the neck. It produces a number of hormones, primarily thyroxine, that accelerate the basal metabolic rate and thus directly influences circulation, respiration, and tissue growth and repair. Thyroxine is also essential to sexuality in women, providing a glandular link between the brain and the organs of reproduction. The other principal thyroid hormone is calcitonin, which inhibits the release of calcium from bone and plays a central role in maintaining both calcium balance and strong bones.

Hyperthyroidism, the name given to over-production of thyroxine, causes extreme nervousness and irritability , increased heart rate and blood pressure, and weight loss. Underproduction of thyroxine, or hypo-thyroidism, results in dry skin, brittle nails, and a
lack of energy in adults. Goitre, which is actually an enlarged thyroid, is a sign of thyroid insufficiency.

In infants, hypothyroidism can be devastating, inhibiting physical development and  causing irreversible mental retardation.

There is a simple test for thyroid activity. Have a thermometer ready at bedside first thing in the morning. Place the thermometer under the annpit as soon as you awaken and before you get out of bed: lie still and leave the thermometer in place for ten minutes. Your temperature should be with-in the range of 97.8 -98.1 degrees F. A lower temperature may indicate thyroid hypoactivity: a higher temperature, hyperactivity.  

N U T R I T I O N A L  U S E S

Thyroid Dysfunction
Raw glandular thyroid can help restore proper function to an under-active gland. It is not indicated for an over-active gland.

Female Sexual and Reproductive Problems
Thyroid tissue often helps problems as depressed libido, infertility , and related disturbances in women.

Pregnancy
In normal pregnancy, the thyroid hypersecretes. If this fails to happen, the pregnant woman's teeth may decay, and her skin and nails deteriorate. Raw glandular thyroid is a prudent preventive against these problems.

Menopause
Thyroid hypoactivity causes the hot flashes and irritability that bother many women during the change of life. Thyroid tissue helps restore the gland to proper function and eliminate these complaints.