If you suspect that you may have a thyroid condition, or know someone who does, this article will go over all of the most helpful tests that can help you identify a thyroid condition. Basic Thyroid Tests There are many blood tests that can be done to assess thyroid function, and I have found the […]
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Hashimoto’s disease is one of the lesser known diseases in the United States. With this disease, your immune system attacks your thyroid gland, which sits at the base of the neck and produces the thyroid hormone. As part of your endocrine system, the thyroid regulates many functions in the body. The signs of Hashimoto’s disease
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By the age of seven, practically all children will have suffered an ear infection. It’s the second most common childhood illness, colds are number one. Definitely a painful experience, and risky, too, if it isn’t taken care of. This usually means a visit to the family doctor and a prescription for amoxicillin. Problem solved? Not
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Welcome to The Teggatz Clinic – Optimizing Health Blog! We are honored to help you identify the root cause of your ailments, find solutions to heal, re-balance body function and find your healthiest, whole self. The Teggatz Clinic is a practice in which traditional and functional medicine collide to identify and manage the root cause of illness and
Do you have trouble losing extra weight even though you’re exercising regularly and eating healthy foods? Starving yourself to lose weight isn’t good for your body, and a super hard-core exercise program may not be the answer, either. These are both extremes, most people’s needs fall somewhere in between. So let’s take a closer look
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Turmeric is one of the most amazing herbs on the planet. Known as the golden spice, turmeric is amazing in a wide variety of ways: Fights inflammation. Acts as an antioxidant. Protects the heart. Helpful for arthritis. Brain-boosting. Helpful for those with diabetes and cancer. The lists keeps going… One thing you maybe didn’t know
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Thyroid disease is now commonplace. So here is the thing… Thyroid disease is actually very common. You probably know someone who is suffering from a thyroid condition currently. According to the American Thyroid Association, around 20 million people have been diagnosed with some form of a thyroid condition. There are many, many more undiagnosed cases
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Have you had a hard time falling asleep at night? Do you often wake up tired and never feeling refreshed? Are you moody or feeling stressed out? If so, you might be experiencing adrenal dysfunction, also known as adrenal fatigue. Adrenal dysfunction is a hormonal imbalance that’s brought on by chronic stress. When you’re consistently
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If you’ve done much research on gut health, you already know that antibiotics, even when prescribed and used correctly, can really do a number on your digestive health. While they’re killing off the pathogens they were meant to eliminate, antibiotics also rid your body of the helpful bacteria and other friendly microbes. This microbial community
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Sleep is an important factor for optimal health and wellness. It’s vital for proper physical, mental and emotional function and plays a crucial role in weight loss, cognition, and every other aspect of our lives. But a lot of people find it hard to sleep. Some people find it hard to hit reset at night,
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