Nowadays, a large number of people have various health issues. Weight gain, exhaustion, constipation, brittle nails, headaches, cold hands and feet, loss of libido, ringing in the ears, hair loss, hoarse voice, joint pain, dry skin, recurrent infections, sensitivity to cold, and sleeplessness are some of the symptoms people encounter.
Even 27% and 65% of Americans are overweight or obese! Numerous studies have shown that weight issues, particularly in women, can have an underlying cause: an underactive thyroid.
In this instance, coconut oil is excellent. Its abundance of very stable and saturated fat prevents our bodies from being overexposed to oxidative stress. In contrast to vegetable oils, it does not necessitate enzyme stress and blocks the conversion of T4 to T3 hormones. Our bodies digest coconut oil differently. It does not require the assistance of enzyme-dependent mechanisms to be broken down.
Damage from oxidized and rancid oils, as well as the conversion of T4 to T3, occurs in the liver. At the same time, it substitutes medium-chain fats found in coconut oil for long-chain lipids in the diet. At this point, it might aid in cell membrane reconstruction and boost enzyme synthesis.
Numerous studies need to be done, but according to one research including Donna and Sharon, they have experienced significant improvements in their thyroid health.
Donna says: “I’ve started using coconut oil since September 2002, and even though you may think that this is not a long time, I have to say that it completely changed my life and the lives of my family and friends. When I started on coconut oil, my weight actually went up, but I felt so great! As a hypothyroid, I was on Cytomel and Synthroid for many years, but I was feeling worse. Besides using the coconut oil, I removed the soy, all trans fatty acids, and the refined sugar. I stopped using the thyroid meds since my energy levels were increased and I was having trouble sleeping. My only goal was to be healthy and I believed the proper diet and exercise routine will help to eliminate the weight. Also, I’ve tried to remove the coconut oil but my energy levels reduced and I do not feel that good.”
Sharon says: “Since having children, I have faced the same problem with weight gain and sluggish metabolism. Even a no-calorie diet for 5 days did not manage to help. When I started using Virgin Coconut Oil, the fat was eliminated and I have lost 20 pounds. During the same period, my 13-year-old daughter, who was very chubby and couldn’t bring up the self-control to eliminate some of her favorite fatty foods, manage to lose 10 pounds. Now, she has the perfect figure and some pants she was wearing a year ago hang loose on her!”
Here’s How to Nourish Your Thyroid:
- Consume cranberries and radishes regularly
- Consume iodine-rich foods like kombu, kelp powder, black seaweed, and smaller coldwater fish
- Make sure to consume healthy oils like extra virgin olive oil, butter, and coconut oil
- Take zinc, vitamin E, vitamin C, B vitamins, and selenium supplements
- Exercise regularly
- Limit exposure to fluoride and mercury
- Prepare your own salad dressings instead of consuming the commercial ones! The ones you buy at the stores are full of unhealthy fats!