An underactive thyroid produces less than optimal levels of thyroid hormones, which are necessary for healthy metabolic function and weight management. The consequence is an overall slowing of metabolic rate.
● Common signs of sluggish thyroid metabolism can include:
- Tiredness; getting fatigued easily
- Mental fogginess; difficulty concentrating
- Gaining weight easily or having difficulty losing weight
- Constipation
- Dry skin, hair, and nails
- Sensitivity to cold; cold hands and feet
- Heavy menses; low sex drive
● Benefits of Thorne's Thyrocsin:
- Enhances energetic feelings and balanced mood
- Supports healthy hair, skin, and nails
- Contributes to mental clarity
- Promotes bowel regularity
- Provides nutrient support for individuals taking a thyroid medication
- Indirectly benefits healthy adrenal gland function by supporting a balanced cortisol level
● Specific Ingredient Benefits and Features:
- Iodine and tyrosine are necessary for the formation of thyroid hormones
- Iodine, tyrosine, and ashwagandha support a healthy level of T4
- Nutrient co-factors selenium, zinc, and copper promote the conversion of T4 to T3
- Contains vitamin B12 because a B12 deficiency can interfere with thyroid function
- Antioxidant vitamins C and E protect the thyroid gland from oxidative stress
- Contains no animal glandular ingredients or hormones
- Features well-researched KSM-66® ashwagandha
- Vitamin B12 in its most active form – methylcobalamin
- Features zinc and copper as glycinate chelates for enhanced absorption