It is quite possible that your doctor has missed some vital clues to the puzzle. It is not uncommon for a thyroid test to reveal thyroid hormone levels within the normal range but for that person to still exhibit signs that the gland may be underactive. I would strongly suggest visiting with a natural doctor such as a chiropractor or naturopath that can perform salivary testing for other hormone levels as well as another thyroid evaluation, or perhaps several more in order to determine a trend and give you a more accurate picture. It may be useful to perform a free thyroxine index if it has not already been done; this determines the amount of free, active thyroid hormone available and distinguishes it from hormone that is bound to a protein carrier. Other hormones can affect the action of thyroid hormone in the body, particularly progesterone. The absence of a gallbladder can also lead to incomplete digestion, particularly of fats and fat soluble nutrients. It would be a good idea to begin your journey back to health by cleansing your body. A colon cleanse, liver flush, and parasite cleanse,
www.ghchealth.com/liver-and-gallbladder-flush.html, is an excellent way to begin. The colon cleanse and liver flush may prove to be particularly beneficial in your case due to the lack of a gallbladder. There is a chance that some of that poorly-digested food is putrefying in the gut. This can lead to toxic re-absorption and places an extra burden on the body. Following is an article that I located online that discusses some supplements that may be useful to support healthy thyroid function:
Hypothyroidism – Natural Remedies
In order to control or keep this condition from occurring, you need to keep a sustain attack everyday. This involves a diet that includes foods that enhance thyroid function, such as whole grains, raw seeds, prunes, apricots, potatoes, dates, apricots, egg yolks, molasses and parsley. Limit consumption of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, mustard greens, peaches, pears, radishes, spinach and turnips because these foods suppress thyroid function. Avoid processed and refined foods, like white flour and sugar.
Drink only steam-distilled water. Commit to a moderate exercise program, like walking or yoga. Avoid fluoride and chlorine because these substances tend to block iodine receptors in the thyroid gland. Do not take sulfa drugs or antihistamines unless directed to do so by a doctor.
Beneficial Dietary Supplements
There are even supplements you can take that will help. These include:
• Kelp contains iodine, the basic substance of thyroid hormone.
• L-Tyrosine increases plasma levels and aids weight loss.
• Zinc stimulates the immune system.
• Spirulina has beneficial nutrients for overall health, with natural proteins, minerals, and herbs to help with weight loss.
• Vitamin B-Complex improves cellular oxygenation and energy, helps with digestion, immune and thyroid function.
• Essential Fatty Acids, such as primrose oil, are important for proper thyroid function.
• Bladderwrack may be beneficial for underactive thyroid conditions.
• Bayberry, Black Cohosh and Goldenseal can aid thyroid function.
• Herbal Bitters may help alleviate the symptoms of hypothyroidism.
• Coconut Oil may benefit Hypothyroid problems and assist with weight loss.
Other Recommended Supplementation
Oasis Serene - Natural progesterone cream that is chemical and excipient free. Use for women with low thyroid hormones and low progesterone levels.
Homeopathic Thyroidinum 3x or 6x - Take 3 pellets three times daily. Used to stimulate thyroid activity.
IntraMax - High-potency multivitamin/mineral complex. Take as directed on label.
Zymitol - Enzymes help to improve fauty digestion that is common in hypothyroidism. Take 15 minutes before meal for a disgestive aid. Take 1 to 2 hours after eating to reduce inflammation.
Geranium Essential Oil - Helps to regulate thyroid hormone. Use in a bath or add to carrier oil for a massage. Can also hep with fatigue and depression. Other Essential Oils to consider are: rose, bergamot jasmine and neroli.
If you take antihitamines or sulfa drugs, ask your doctor about possible alternatives. These drugs can keep your body from absorbing iodine.
Now, think about the body. You can also do things to the outside of your body to help. Let's start with body cleansing. Body cleansing is extremely important part of every prevention and curing program. Most people need more then this, especially when it comes to liver health. Body Cleansing is even important for children. Our internal organs can hold lots of toxins, and sometimes, it is impossible to get those toxins out, without doing cleansing. Our liver can contain hundreds of intrahepatic stones. Those stones will block bile flow, and affect the bases of your health, your digestion. Another problem is parasites. You must learn as much as possible about parasites. And, don't forget also dental toxins.
Let start with a cleansing program. You are supposed to do cleansing in this order:
Bowel cleanse with parasite cleanse
Dental cleanup (if you can afford it) - dental work may be one cofactor of your disease: amalgam, root canal, nickel crowns, cavitations (pocket inside jaw bone left after extraction of the wisdom and molar teeth)
Kidney and liver cleanse.
Drinking water
Drink 1/2 your body weight of water in ounces, daily. Example 180 lb = 90 oz. of water daily. Divide that into 8 or 10 oz. glasses and that's how many glasses you will need to drink, daily. Use 1/4 tsp. of organic apple cider vinegar for every quart of water you drink. Avoid caffeinated or alcoholic drinks. These are diuretics and will dehydrate you. Every 6 oz. of caffeine or alcohol requires an additional 10 to 12 oz. of water to re-hydrate you.
Physical Activity
Physical activity helps cleansing; it brings balance and relieves stress.
Psycho-physical activities will help you balance your body and will help you relief accumulated stress. You will have to find a form of exercise that suits you. I will just give you a few examples:
1. Mini Trampoline jumping - rebounding!
2. Meditation
3. Walk or jog in nature. This includes a forest, mountain, river, sea, lake, beach, etc
4. Go fishing, photo-safari, rowing, riding, golf
5. Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Meditation
6. Yoga - Hatha, Meditation, Chinese Yoga
7. Martial Arts: Karate, Judo, Kung Fu, Teakwood, Budokai, Uechi, Aikido
8. Dancing, Aerobics, Gymnastics, Stretching
9. Swimming in non-chlorinated water.
10. Weight lifting – don’t exhaust yourself.
Also follow these tips when exercising or about to exercise:
• Do not exercise with full stomach - you may take a walk
• Do not hurt yourself
Sweating
Sweating is powerful way to cleanse your body from accumulated toxins.
Examples:
• exercise with a lot of clothes
• sauna
• drink warm tea in a hot room
• eat CAYENNE pepper
It is known that some modern industrial toxins and pesticides can leave your body only through sweat glands.
Psychotherapy and Spiritual Therapy
The human body is not just what we can see. There is more to it. To treat other levels of the body, you need to treat the soul and mind and the unconscious parts.
The best way to deal with this condition is to join a group who have or had the same condition. That’s the best source of therapy you can get.
