About Thyroid Disease: Hot Topics: Thyroid Controversies

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Thyroid Disease Thyroid Disease Symptoms/Diagnosis Treatments Coping From Mary Shomon, your Guide to Thyroid Disease Dear Readers, When you think about thyroid disease, the first word that doesn't normally come to mind is "controversy," but it could! Thyroid disease actually has a number of long-standing controversies, and this week's issue takes a look at some of these thyroid hot topics. Also check out the new info on autoimmune disease from the European Journal of Endocrinology. Live well, Mary PS -- And to those who celebrate, a blessed Passover and Easter this week The Normal TSH Level Controversy At most laboratories in the U.S., the "normal" TSH range still runs from approximately 5. to 5.0. But the concept of the normal reference range is still a raging controversy, and recommendations to narrow the range made a decade ago are still being resisted. How many people are actually hypothyroid, if the recommended narrower range were adopted? The answer will shock you. See More About:  thyroid stimulating hormone  tsh tests  tests for hypothyroidism The Iodine Controversy We frequently hear that iodine is the "go-to" supplement for anyone with thyroid disease. Whether it's a doctor, or a health food store clerk, it seems everyone is promoting iodine as a one-stop cure-all for all things thyroid. Is iodine the answer? See More About:  controversies in thyroid disease  iodine deficiency  iodine Coconut Oil Controversy Is coconut oil a near-miraculous weight loss aid and cure for various health conditions? Is it just another "good fat?" Or is it an artery-clogger, brimming with saturated fat? When you talk to the experts, whether it's holistic health expert Dr. Ken Woliner, or coconut oil guru Dr. Bruce Fife, you get very different opinions. Find out whether coconut oil is healthy or just hype... The Soy / Thyroid Controversy The issue of whether soy foods and supplements are harmful or dangerous to thyroid health is controversial. Here is a look at the controversy over soy, phytoestrogens, and isoflavone-rich foods and supplements, including tofu, tempeh, miso, edamame, and their impact on thyroid, endocrine, and hormonal health. Can overconsumption of soy cause hypothyroidism, or trigger a thyroid problem? See More About:  toxins affecting the thyroid  thyroid disease risk factors  isoflavones Thyroid Disease Ads Thyroid Symptoms Thyroid Diet Low Thyroid Function Hypothyroidism Diet Thyroid Weight Gain Featured Articles Hashimoto's and Graves': Connection to Autoimmune Diseases Honest Medicine: Treatments for Thyroid, Autoimmune Diseases Does the HCG Diet Work? Lose Weight Successfully Despite Thyroid Disease Hypothyroidism / Underactive Thyroid / Hashimoto's Disease Japanese Nuclear Accident Worsens: Protecting Yourself and Your Thyroid From Radiation   More from About.com Backyard Chickens 101 Dabble in the self-sufficient, eco-friendly life with these essential chicken-raising tips. More> 24 Amazing Container Gardens These gorgeous and creative gardens prove it doesn't take a lot of space to create something special. More> This newsletter is written by: Mary Shomon Thyroid Disease Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Thyroid Disease newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Thyroid Disease? Symptoms of Thyroid Disease Diagnosis of Thyroid Disease Treatments: Thyroid Disease & Conditions Diet Center, Thyroid Quizzes, Tools Advertisement