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Supplements: For Perimenopause, Menopause, Thyroid and Hormonal Support and Symptoms


There are detailed sections in The Menopause Thyroid Solution that discuss the supplements that may help support healthy thyroid function, help with perimenopausal/menopausal hormone balance, and relieve related symptoms of thyroid and hormonal imbalances. The following are some of the selected supplements featured in the book, along with sources to help you purchase them. Information on these supplements, practitioner-suggested dosages, and more details are featured in the book. (And always check with your practitioner before starting any new supplements.)

Selected Supplements For Thyroid Function

A Great Multivitamin

Enzymatic Therapy's Fatigued to Fantastic! Energy Revitalization System is a comprehensive multivitamin in powder form that gives you the benefits of over 40 vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Developed by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum.

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Vitamin C

Emergen-C, Cranberry-Flavored Fizzy Vitamin C Drink Mix

Vitamin C-1000 Tablets

Vitamin D

Vitamin D-3, 1000 IU

Probiotics

I like Enzymatic Therapy's Acidophilus Pearls because they don't require refrigeration, and are high-quality packed with active acipdophilus.

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Zinc

Zinc is an essential nutrient for thyroid function. Jarrow Formulas makes a Zinc supplement in a 15 mg size.

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Selenium

Selenium is an essential nutrient for thyroid function. Source Naturals makes an excellent quality selenium.

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Magnesium

Magnesium Citrate, 200 mg

L-Tyrosine

L-tyrosine is an amino acid that is an essential building block for the thyroid, and is critical to thyroid hormone production. Order Twinlab L-Tyrosine from Iherb now

Guggul

Gugglsterone is an ayurvedic remedy that is thought to help the thyroid.

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Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha, Sensoril formula

Essential Fatty Acids

Source Naturals' Complete Essential Fatty Acids contains a balance of Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids.

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Iodine

Iodoral Iodine Tablets







Over-the-Counter Hormones

Pregnenolone

Source Naturals makes an excellent quality pregnenolone supplement that I personally use.

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Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)

Many of us can benefit from low-dose, pharmaceutical quality DHEA supplementation. The best on the market is Enzymatic Therapy's DHEA, which comes in a handy 5 mg dosage.

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Progesterone Cream

The most highly-recommended progesterone cream is Emerita brand Pro-Gest Cream. I particularly like the single use packets, as they make it easy to figure out exactly how much to use.

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Royal Maca


Whole World Botanicals produces organic, wildcrafted Royal Maca, in both powder and capsule form. This is the highest quality maca on the market, and it is properly cooked, which minimizes goitrogenic potential for thyroid patients. This amazing company produces a terrific line of other rainforest and South American herbal products.

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Melatonin

TI-MElatonin, is a 3 mg tablet that also includes zinc, to help potentiate the melatonin, and selenium, for the immune system.)

Order TI-MElatonin from International Anti-Aging Systems


The Life Extension Foundation has created a good quality time-released melatonin in 300 mcg (.3 mg) size capsules. Life Extension Melatonin, Timed Release, 300 mcg




Hormone Balancing Supplements

Black Cohosh

Many doctors interviewed in The Menopause Thyroid Solution said that if a woman was interested in trying black cohosh as a perimenopause/menopause remedy, the brand name product Remifemin, which has undergone rigorous testing, be used.

Remifemin brand black cohosh

Damiana

Damiana Tincture

Damiana, 450 mg Capsules


Chasteberry/Vitex

Chasteberry/Vitex capsules

Sleep Aids


End Fatigue Revitalizing Sleep Formula

End Fatigue Revitalizing Sleep Formula


Tylenol PM

Tylenol Extra Strength PM Pain Reliever & Sleep Aid, Geltabs






Unisom

Unisom SleepTabs, Nighttime Sleep-Aid Tablets








Sexual Dysfunction

Horny Goat Weed

Arginine

Asian Panax Ginseng



Perimenopausal Menstrual Irregularities

Red Raspberry Leaf Tea

Red Raspberry Leaf Tea is thought to have hormonal balancing effects for women of all ages. I particularly like the flavor of the Alvita brand tea. (Be sure that you're not getting "raspberry" (fruit) tea, but the red raspberry leaf tea.)

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Hair Loss

Evening Primrose Oil

One of the most effective supplements for hormonally-related hair loss in women is evening primrose oil. Now Foods makes a nice quality EPO at an easy-to-use dosage.

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Rogaine/Minoxidil

This hair loss medication is now available without a prescription, and can help trigger regrowth in some women with hormonally-related hair loss.

Women's Rogaine Hair Regrowth Treatment, Original Formula, Unscented, 3 month supply, $48.99 from Drugstore.com

HairMax Laser Comb

The HairMax laser comb is the only FDA-approved device to help stimulate hair regrowth.



Nioxin Hair Vitamins

Nioxin Hair Vitamins

Vaginal Dryness, Irritation

Astroglide

Replens

KY Liquibeads Vaginal Moisturizer




Support for Weight Loss


Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula -- Fiber Drink

One of the basics for anyone with a thyroid problem who wants to lose weight is to up your fiber intake substantially. It's hard to do just with foods, so one of the best ways I've found to do this is to add a fiber supplement. My favorite? Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula, basically a fiber "shake" mix that, mixed with water, makes a zero-calorie shake with 17 grams of fiber per serving! Find out more about Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula now.



Integra-Lean Irvingia

Clinical trials suggest that Irvingia may be able to lower cholesterol, reduce waist size, cause fat-burning and weight loss, and reduce risk of metabolic syndrome. Read more about Irvingia. Order Integra-Lean Irvingia now.





Glucomannan Root

I take this supplement before each meal. It's dietary fiber from the root of the konjac plant, and it comes in a capsule. It has benefits in terms of balancing blood sugar, lowering cholesterol, and in creating a feeling of fullness -- which can help reduce appetite. Order Nature's Way, Glucomannan Root



fucothin fucoxanthinFucoThin Fucoxanthin

You can take Fucothin with each meal. Fucothin is a supplement made of fucoxanthin, a derivative of brown seaweed, that has reported fat-burning properties. You can read more about Fucothin / fucoxanthin for diet and weight loss here. Order Garden of Life FucoThin



Cinnamon Force

I take this supplement with each meal. Cinammon is thought to reduce blood sugar levels, increase natural production of insulin and lower cholesterol levels. You can read more about cinnamon as a diet and weight loss aid here. Order New Chapter, Cinnamon Force Softgel Capsules



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