Your thyroid is an incredibly important gland in your body. It regulates so many functions including metabolization, temperature regulation, and energy. It is estimated that approximately 1 in 10 Canadians deal with thyroid-related issues. When it comes to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, it is even more important to get your thyroid … Read More
By: Dr. Alaina Gair, ND and Dr. Samina Mitha, ND Did you know 1 in 10 people in Canada suffer from a thyroid condition? According to the Thyroid Foundation of Canada, as many as 50% of those are undiagnosed. Standard medical treatment for hypothyroidism is almost exclusively a prescription for … Read More
By: Dr. Alaina Gair, ND In the interest of treating people from the root cause of disease, having a complete assessment is critical. When I ask if my patients have had their thyroid tested, they usually don’t entirely know what that entails. This list will help you understand the ins … Read More
Does this sound familiar?: – You are always the cold one, while everyone around you is fine? – You have been successful at losing weight, but the pounds aren’t coming off anymore? – Your hair and nails have become brittle? – You seem to always forget where you put your … Read More
What is your thyroid? So you’ve heard about your thyroid but you aren’t exactly sure what it really does. Well, simply put your thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland that sits just below your Adam’s apple. It is responsible for secreting hormones that regulate growth and development through your metabolism. … Read More
