October 13, 2023

10 Symptoms Of Thyroid Problems In Females

Autoimmune Thyroid Issues – Epstein-Barr Virus and 7 Superfoods That May Help

10 Symptoms Of Thyroid Problems In Females. Tired all the time – feeling cold – trouble concentrating? I was experiencing all of these symptoms, plus more, and couldn’t shake any of them. I also couldn’t figure out what the hell was going on with me as I was still young and only in my late 40’s. So yeah, it was time to make that doctors call and set an appointment.

My doctor did feel a small bump around my thyroid area so she had me sit for an ultrasound test. Once I received the ultrasound results, I was told there were a few small nodules by my thyroid, but nothing to be alarmed about. And to come back in a few months for another ultrasound. And believe it or not, my physician also gave me a recommendation for an herbalist in my area – someone who specializes in alternative medicine.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL ADVICE

So off I went to for some alternative medical advice. She ran her balancing tests, checking my T3’s and T4’s. And when all was said and done, I was told that my T3’s and T4’s were indeed off and I needed a supplement to address my hormone production and conversion, and would give them the boost they needed. She also suggested some foods to include in my daily diet. So I followed her advice and took the supplements and ate the suggested foods for the next 3 months.

And after going back to the doctors for my follow-up ultrasound, I was told the nodules had gone down in size and were almost gone. This was over 10 years ago and as of today … my thyroid is still in tip top shape. whoop whoop

So take a look at the 10 Symptoms of Thyroid Problems in Females below and see if they apply. If so, maybe it’s time to schedule a visit with your physician. Take care of yourselves – chow my friends 🙂

Here are 10 Symptoms of Thyroid Problems in Females and Hypothyroidism.

Feeling Tired
Gaining Weight
Feeling Cold
Weakness and Aches in Muscles and Joints
Hair Loss
Itchy and Dry Skin
Feeling Down or Depressed
Trouble Concentrating or Remembering.
Constipation
Heavy or Irregular Periods

Now that you’ve connected the signs with your thyroid, let’s see what could also be the cause of your thyroid issue and how you can help alleviate the symptoms.

EBV Infection – also known as Epstein-Barr Virus

Did you know our thyroid issues could possibly be the result of an EBV infection. So what is EBV – Epstein-Barr Virus?

“EBV infection can cause infectious mononucleosis (IM) in the lytic phase of EBV’s life cycle. … The EBV has also been reported in patients with autoimmune thyroid disorders. Although EBV is not the only agent responsible for the development of autoimmune thyroid diseases, it can be considered a contributory factor. A possible link between the Epstein-Barr virus infection and autoimmune thyroid disorders“

There are a couple ways to tackle this, but lets start with incorporating thyroid healing immunity boosting foods into your diet – foods like raw nuts, fruits and veggies. Better yet, make sure to eat these 7 SUPERFOODS regularly. Not only will they help your immune system tackle a potential EBV infection, they will energize and help you lose weight. Power on and stay tuned for more postings about thyroid issues and some proven solutions.

Apples – anti-inflammatory pectin helps stop viral cells from multiplying to ward off thyroid virus
Artichokes – rich in nutrients that rev thyroid hormone production and signal the immune system to protect against viral invaders
Garlic – delivers sulfur compounds that boost immunity by up to 40% to help kill virus cells
Celery – improves the body’s ability to produce thyroid hormones and contains antiviral minerals to help eradicate thyroid virus
Maple Syrup – provides minerals that protect the body from the damaging effects of toxins released by the thyroid virus
Berries – high in antioxidants that heal thyroid tissue from virus-induced damage. I cup daily can boost mood by 45% within 4 days
Spaghetti Squash – helps boost production of thyroid hormones and delivers trace minerals that improve immunity