Many of us living in the Northern states have seen a significant drop in temperature over the past few weeks.  Fluctuating fall temperatures are a jolt to your thyroid system. 

Thyroid hormone must adjust to the “stress” of temperature changes.  In general, it takes about seven days (the half life of thyroid hormone) to make adjustments.  When temperatures swing up and down then those of the edge of thyroid problems are likely to feel a significant jolt.  This is not imaginary; it either is or isn’t happening.  If it’s happening, the recent temperature drops in Northern states will throw off your energy and mood.  Optimal thyroid function is also needed for an immune system in tip-top working condition, as thyroid hormone governs the cellular use of energy and your immune system is an energy-intense operation.

When temperatures rise and fall and rise again your thyroid has trouble keeping up.  Your mood can feel strained even though it is a beautiful Indian summer fall day.  Fall and spring are often difficult times if you have a struggling thyroid gland. 

Extra nutritional support for your thyroid (Thyroid Helper, Daily Energy Multi and Iosol Iodine) are the basics.  If you are already taking these you may need higher amounts when the temperatures swing down or up. 

In addition to the above you can consider Activator Plus, Q10, and/or Pantethine.  Find a baseline amount of nutritional support that keeps your energy up during this time. 

You may also need extra immune support during this time, especially basic nutrients that are helpful to support optimal immune function.

Posted by Mitchell at 09:10 PM.

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