Nutrition.(thyroid disease) From: A Friend Indeed | Date: March 1, 2005| Author: | COPYRIGHT 2005 A Friend Indeed Publications, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Thyroid disease is a woman's disease, especially as we age. It affects one in 20 Canadians and is five to seven times more common in women than men. By age 60, it is estimated that 17 percent of American women may be affected. If you have a thyroid problem--or if you suspect that you may have one--did you know that what you eat can help you manage your energy levels and maintain a healthy weight?

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck, which produces hormones that affect metabolism. Body temperature, heart rate, protein synthesis and the rate at which ...

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