Are you constantly tired, no matter how well you sleep? Are you suffering from weight gain, depression, hair loss, constipation or even brain fog? If you’ve seen your family doctor for blood work but everything appears to be normal, are you left wondering what to do now? You are not alone. These are common symptoms frequently caused by a thyroid disorder or a thyroid imbalance. Thyroid conditions most commonly affect at least one in eight women (and to a lesser extent men) at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, more than half of these patients are totally unaware of the condition until disease eventually sets in. Let your intuition guide you to a doctor who is experienced in identifying, screening and restoring thyroid back to health. Hypothyroidism – Defined A poorly functioning thyroid gland is referred to as hypothyroidism. This condition can be especially prevalent in women during life transitions such as pregnancy, after childbirth or during menopause, but can occur in men too with chronic stress or environmental pollutants exposure. The thyroid gland is the master of our metabolism for the entire body, and so the early signs and symptoms of a hypothyroid condition are diverse and impact every cell of the body. The most common symptoms that I see in my practice are depression, fatigue, unexplained weight gain, constipation, increased sensitivity to the cold, and hair loss or dry, brittle hair. Please note, it is common to have symptoms for years before the TSH test becomes abnormal! Hypothyroidism also greatly affects the female reproductive system. So if you are planning to conceive, it is very important to screen your thyroid function, as this demand doubles during your first trimester of pregnancy. Contact info, office address, office phone number, office contact and informational video upon services for (Mind Body Soul Integrative Clinic Kelowna) V1Y 1P7, BC at HealthChoicesFirst.com