Understanding Hypothyroidism: Beyond Unreliable Blood Tests
The thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped organ in your neck, plays a massive role in regulating your metabolism, energy levels, and overall health. When it’s not functioning properly—a condition known as hypothyroidism—it can throw your entire system out of whack. Fatigue, weight gain, and feeling cold all the time are just the tip of the iceberg. But here’s the kicker: the standard blood tests used to diagnose hypothyroidism aren’t always reliable. In this article, we’ll dive into why that is, explore common and lesser-known symptoms of hypothyroidism (including sub-clinical cases), and share insights from experts like Dr. Broda Barnes, Danny Roddy, Georgi Dinkov, and Dr. Ray Peat on better ways to assess thyroid health. The Problem with Thyroid Blood Tests If you’ve ever gone to a doctor...
