caused by inadequate levels of substrates for thyroid-hormone synthesis. Production of thyroid hormones increases during pregnancy; in consequence, maternal need for iodine is also increased.

Selenium is vital for the thyroid gland and immune system. A deficiency can cause tiredness, hair loss, recurring sickness, muscle weakness, and brain fog. Eating selenium-rich foods such as Brazil ...

Whole body total cholesterol synthesis was not changed but bile ... These data suggest that thyroid-hormone mimetics have promising potential as cholesterol-lowering agents. Moreover, if they ...

temporarily inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion—hence its use in treating thyrotoxic crisis and in reducing the risk of thyroid storm post thyroid surgery; and 3) blocks thyroidal ...