Autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) is a condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to either an overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism) thyroid.
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Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Often deficient in autoimmune thyroid
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Supports thyroid metabolism
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Vitamin D modulates immune responses and may reduce thyroid autoantibody levels and inflammation in autoimmune thyroid disease by influencing T-cell differentiation and cytokine production.
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Holy Basil may modulate the stress response and reduce inflammation, potentially benefiting autoimmune thyroid disease by mitigating stress-induced immune dysregulation and oxidative damage to the thyroid gland.
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Reduces thyroid inflammation
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Reduces TPO antibodies
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Modulates thyroid output
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Whole-food selenium
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Use cautiously; depends on iodine status
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Modulates autoimmune flora
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Lemon Balm may inhibit TSH binding to its receptor and reduce thyroid hormone synthesis, potentially mitigating symptoms of hyperthyroidism often associated with autoimmune thyroid disease.
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Magnesium deficiency is common in autoimmune thyroid disease, and supplementation may improve thyroid function and reduce inflammation by acting as a cofactor for enzymes involved in thyroid hormone synthesis and metabolism.
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) acts as a precursor to glutathione, an important antioxidant, which may reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in autoimmune thyroid disease, potentially improving thyroid function.
Why it may help Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: Bugleweed may inhibit TSH secretion and thyroid hormone synthesis by interfering with iodine uptake and thyroid peroxidase activity, which can help manage hyperthyroid symptoms in autoimmune thyroid disease.
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How global health authorities view Autoimmune Thyroid Disease.
The Mayo Clinic acknowledges the role of diet and lifestyle in managing autoimmune conditions, including AITD, but emphasizes that these are complementary to conventional medical treatment. The NIH and NCCIH highlight ongoing research into the efficacy of various supplements and herbal remedies for autoimmune conditions, often noting that while some show promise, more robust clinical trials are needed to establish definitive recommendations. They generally advise caution and consultation with a healthcare provider before using supplements, especially given potential interactions with medications. Conventional medical bodies like the NHS and WHO primarily focus on pharmaceutical interventions for thyroid dysfunction, with less emphasis on natural approaches, though they do recognize the imp
Indexed studies for Autoimmune Thyroid Disease, grouped by source type and quality.
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Recommendations from medical societies (NICE, AHA, ADA, ACG, Endocrine Society…).
Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Thyroid Nodules and Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
American Thyroid Association (ATA) / Endocrine Society
These guidelines provide comprehensive recommendations for the diagnosis and management of thyroid nodules and differentiated thyroid cancer, covering aspects from initial evaluation to treatment and follow-up. While focused on nodules and cancer, they contain foundational information relevant to understanding thyroid health.
Endocrine Society
This guideline focuses on the diagnosis and management of thyroid dysfunction, including autoimmune thyroid disease, during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It provides recommendations for screening, treatment, and monitoring to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes.
Public-health agencies: NCCIH, NIH, CDC, NHS.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
This page from NIDDK provides an overview of Hashimoto's disease, a common form of autoimmune thyroiditis. It explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for the condition in an accessible format.
Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
National Health Service (NHS)
The NHS provides patient-friendly information on underactive thyroid, which often results from autoimmune thyroid disease. It covers symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and living with the condition.
Registered ongoing or completed trials (ClinicalTrials.gov).
Coordination of Rare Diseases at Sanford
n=20000 · NCT01793168 · RECRUITING · RECRUITING
CoRDS, or the Coordination of Rare Diseases at Sanford, is based at Sanford Research in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides researchers with a centralized, international patient registry for all rare diseases. This program allows patients and researchers to connect as easily as possible to help advance treatments and cures for rare diseases. The CoRDS team works with patient advocacy groups, individuals and researchers to help in the advancement of research in over 7,000 rare diseases. The registry is free for patients to enroll and researchers to access. Visit sanfordresearch.org/CoRDS to enroll.
n=500 · NCT02886949 · UNKNOWN · UNKNOWN
This study aims to evaluate the effects of thyroid functions on energy homeostasis and inflammation.
n=77 · NCT02061111 · COMPLETED · COMPLETED
Previously, studies have shown that children of women with thyroid autoantibodies experience more birth complications and poorer health in their first days. Studies have also shown later signs of cognitive developmental challenges (risk of attention deficit/hyperactivity problems) among children of mothers with autoimmune thyroid disease and/or subclinical hypothyroidism. In Denmark there is no formalized screening or treatment of subclinical thyroid disease - with or without Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO-antibodies) - among pregnant women. The hypothesis of this study is that the offspring of women with subclinical thyroid disease have a mitochondria-dysfunction which leads to more complications during birth, poorer health and well-being in the early childhood. The investigators will test this by recruiting mothers by a blood sample in the third trimester of pregnancy, screen the cord blood at birth and later on test the children with Bayley test two times in the early childhood.
Conventional treatment for autoimmune thyroid disease typically involves medication to regulate thyroid hormone levels. For hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's), synthetic thyroid hormones are prescribed. For hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease), antithyroid drugs, radioactive iodine, or surgery may be recommended. Regular monitoring of thyroid function is essential. It is crucial to work closely with a heal
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