What’s the Link Between Shoulder Pain & Hashimoto’s?
It’s been my observation that so many women who have Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism often report symptoms of random shoulder pain. I’ve experienced the problem personally a few times and at one point started to wonder if there could be a link between shoulder pain and Hashimoto’s. Guess what? There is! My Hashimoto’s and Shoulder Pain…
Inflammation & Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Part I Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Any medical term with the suffix “Itis” refers to an inflammatory condition or disease. In this case, it refers to inflammation of the thyroid gland caused by autoimmunity known as Hashimoto’s, hence the term Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Think of chronic inflammation & Hashimoto’s thyroiditis as a fire burning out of control. Unlike…
Hashimoto’s and Leg Swelling
Hashimoto’s Leg Swelling and Calf pain There are many side effects related to hypothyroidism caused by autoimmune thyroid disease. Skin tissues are often affected and one of the most frustrating signs is a condition called myxedema which can happen anywhere on the body, especially on the face and eyelids. It is also troubling when myxedema…
Hashimoto’s & Risk Factors
Hashimoto’s is the main cause of hypothyroidism and if you want to get well it is important to consider your unique risk factors, root causes, and triggers. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease just like multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) to name a few, in which the immune system has lost…
Get Control of Your Hormones!
I was recently diagnosed with primary frozen shoulder on the left side. For those of you who have experienced this condition you know exactly how painful it is. I would say in the beginning, my pain was a level 9 to 10 most hours of the day – and forget sleeping because it was virtually…
Lemongrass Essential Oil
Benefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil Lemongrass essential oil is one of my all time personal favorites; it’s actually one of my main go-to essential oils that use on a regular basis for a variety of issues. Lemongrass is particularly good for inflammation, hair loss, digestion, and infections. If you have Hashimoto’s or other any thyroid…
Bad Hair Days: Hashimoto’s & Hair Loss
My journey with Hashimoto’s affected my health in many ways. From chronic pain (especially in my calves and shoulders) and weight gain to puffiness in my face, hands, and feet. It was a mystery for so many years until I learned that every strange and new symptom in my body was a side-effect of Hashimoto’s.…
Improve Digestion with Essential Oils
Improve Digestion with Essential Oils Our health depends not just on what we eat, but our ability to digest, absorb and assimilate our nutrients. Topically applied essential oils can play a key supporting role in optimizing our digestion. When digestion is challenged, topically applied remedies such as high quality essential oils can offer valuable digestive support. These are…