Beating Hypothyroidism –

Buckle up for a wild ride through my five-year saga with Hypothyroidism and feeling like a permanently exhausted pigeon. I was literally living on the same sleep schedule as my cat, Fox, who, by the way, has zero responsibilities and naps like a pro. My brain was so foggy I could hardly remember my own name, my monthly periods went on vacation without me, and my heart? It was tapping out a jazz solo at a hundred miles an hour, with the occasional dramatic pause. Oh, and let’s not forget—I was basically eating air but somehow gaining weight. Fun times, right?

Every time for the next 5 years, I dragged myself to the doctor for a physical and blood tests, he gave me the same spiel: “You’re getting older, your body is changing.” Thanks, Doc, but I was in my 30’s, not 85! It wasn’t until one day, while I was out for a walk in the park (trying not to collapse from fatigue) that I stumbled upon a medical event. Enter Sojaila from Palmers Natural Health, like a health fairy godmother. She invited me over to her booth and started explaining this thing called Nutrition Response Testing. She warned me it might sound a bit out there, and honestly, I was half-expecting her to pull out a magic wand.

Sojaila (pronounced ‘suh-hi-luh’) explained that this testing method checks different areas of your body to see how energy is flowing—or, in my case, not flowing. She would touch specific spots on my body and test the strength of my arm. If my arm went limp, it meant that area was throwing a tantrum. For example, if my thyroid was acting up, she’d figure out exactly what it needed to chill out, like a custom cocktail of supplements. Pretty cool, right? No needles, no invasive procedures—just a bit of arm wrestling with a purpose.

So, here’s the big reveal: I found out I have hypothyroidism. Yay, finally a name for my mysterious symptoms! What is hypothyroidism you ask. Here’s a quick breakdown. Hypothyroidism is a medical condition where the thyroid gland, located in the neck, produces insufficient amounts of thyroid hormones. These hormones are crucial for regulating the body’s metabolism, influencing how the body uses energy. Common symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, dry skin, and depression. The condition can also cause more severe health issues like heart problems, joint pain, and infertility if left untreated. Hypothyroidism is often diagnosed through blood tests that measure levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and thyroxine. My TSH levels went from a crazy high 8.04 (normal is between 0.450 and 4.5) down to 4.9 in just six months on the Palmers supplement program, but let’s be real, the supplements weren’t cheap, they were burning through my wallet faster than I could say “thyroid.”

So, I decided to do a bit of digging around and took things into my own hands. I stumbled upon a more wallet-friendly option from 1BodyBrand. After sticking with the 1BodyBrand thyroid supplement for another six months, it was time for a follow-up blood test. Cue the drum roll… my thyroid levels were finally back to normal! My TSH numbers dropped even further, hitting a cool 2.83. To say I was ecstatic would be an understatement. Hypothyroidism, you’ve officially been kicked to the curb!

It’s such a relief to find something that actually worked without breaking the bank. I can’t even express how amazing it feels to have my energy back and to not be constantly battling fatigue. If anyone out there is struggling with thyroid issues and looking for a good supplement, definitely give 1BodyBrand Thyroid a try. It’s not an overnight fix. Like I said above, I was on supplements for a whole year before getting back to normal. It’s made a world of difference for me, and I hope it can do the same for you. Here’s to taking control of our health and finding solutions that really work!

BIG thanks to Sojaila for figuring out what had me feeling totally wiped out. And honestly, if you can swing it, I highly recommend signing up for the full year program with Palmers Natural Health. They can help you with anything Health related.

Now, let’s talk about the alternative: western medicine. If I had gone that route, I’d be popping Levothyroxine like skittles for the rest of my life. No offense to anyone on it, but I wasn’t about that life. Instead, I chose to get to know my body, do a ton of research, and find a natural way to heal. And guess what? It worked!

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying doctors are useless—they can be lifesavers in many situations. But sometimes, it’s worth exploring other options, especially if you’re not keen on the idea of lifelong medication. So, take it from someone who’s been there: get to know your body, listen to it, and give it what it needs to thrive. Your body is an amazing, self-healing machine when you give it the right tools. So, here’s to better health and more naps—preferably the rejuvenating kind, not the “I’m-so-exhausted-I-can’t-function” kind.

Cheers!

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