Despite well-documented evidence that hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can play a powerful role in overall health, many people don’t know they’re suffering from a problem. Even when they do – noting things such as low energy, weight gain and trouble regulating mood – they still aren’t sure what to do about it.
The numbers are not insignificant, either. According to the
American Thyroid Association, “More than 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime,” and “An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of
thyroid disease.” Even more shockingly, up to 60 percent don’t know they even have a problem.
This makes two things clear: You need to get your thyroid checked out if you suspect you have an issue. If your healthcare professional agrees, you may want to start taking a thyroid supplement. Here are eight great reasons not to wait on taking a supplement for thyroid health.
