4 ways the gut impacts thyroid health
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- From inflammation to gut microbiome, here are a few ways by which gut can impact thyroid health.
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Thyroid health and gut health are interconnected. "The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate metabolism, which includes the process of digestion. If the thyroid isn’t functioning properly (as in hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism), this can lead to various digestive issues, affecting gut health," wrote Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap. Here are a few ways by which the gut impacts thyroid health.(Unsplash)
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Nutrient absorption: Nutrients such as iodine, selenium and zinc are crucial for maintaining thyroid health. Gut helps in absorbing such nutrients. (Unsplash)
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Inflammation: Chronic inflammation in the gut can produce antibodies that can attack the thyroid glands, leading to autoimmune thyroid diseases. (Unsplash)
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Microbiome: Certain types of gut bacteria are involved in the conversion process of inactive thyroid hormone T4 to active thyroid hormone T3. (Unsplash)
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