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The thyroid gland is sensitive to many things, including dietary factors as well as emotional and physical stressors, so hypothyroidism is a relatively common condition — particularly in women. If you experience chronic (daily) fatigue, unexplained weight gain, dry skin, coarse hair, depression and uncharacteristic moodiness, then schedule an appointment with your family doctor to get checked out.  The best way to check for hypothyroidism is to get a blood test and look at your level of thyroid horomones.  TSH is the hormone your pituitary gland (in your brain) secretes to tell your thyroid how much thyroid hormone to make. Also get your free T4 and free T3 tested as there can be issues converting T4 to T3. A lack of iodine in your diet can cause your thyroid to swell (called a goiter) and lead to hypothyroidism. If your thyroid gland is underactive or dysfunctional for some reason, your pituitary gland will tell your thyroid to work harder, which is indicated by increased levels of TSH in your bloodstream. So the higher your TSH blood levels, the lower your thyroid gland activity.   Normal blood TSH values are 0.5 to 4.5/5 mIU/L (milli-international units per liter). If your TSH level is greater than 10 mIU/L, then most doctors agree that treatment with thyroid medication (synthetic or natural) is appropriate. If your TSH level is between 4 - 10 mIU/L, medication may still be recommended if your actual thyroid hormones — thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) — are abnormally low. Once your doctor establishes you have hypothyroidism, there are different types of medications to consider. The main medication used is called levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid, Levoxyl, Levothroid, Unithroid), which is a synthetic version of thyroxine (T4). Other commonly used thyroid medications include liothyronine (Cytomel), a synthetic version of triiodothyronine (T3); liotrix (Thyrolar), a synthetic combo of T4 and T3; and desiccated natural thyroid (Armour Thyroid, Nature-throid, Westhroid).   Desiccated natural thyroid hormone is made from dried pig thyroid glands. Depending on many factors, including which thyroid hormones are too low in your bloodstream (T4 and/or T3), your doctor will recommend the most appropriate thyroid medication. All these thyroid medications are supplementing a hormone(s) that's at low levels in your body, so your body won't react negatively to them. The safety concern is getting the right dose for your body. There may be a period of adjustment to get the dosage right, so your doctor may need to see you more in the beginning. Be aware of the signs of too little medication and too much medication.

summary: See your doctor and get tested for thyroid hormone. Understand the results of your blood test. Ask your doctor about the different medications.


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Your body has a natural circadian rhythm that adapts to a regular sleep/wake cycle. If you go to bed and wake up at roughly the same time each day, it will be easier to maintain your energy throughout the day as you'll wake in the morning feeling rested and refreshed. Even on the weekends, try to maintain your schedule. Even a small deviation from your schedule can affect how rested you feel. It is scientifically proven that taking cold showers releases dopamine in the brain, gets your immune system going and helps you to start your day.[citation needed] Moreover, it also comes with a lot of long term health benefits when implemented into your routine. Sunlight has a stimulating effect on the brain because it reminds your body it's morning. Try to expose yourself to some sunlight as soon as you get up in the morning. This will give you an energy boost at the beginning of your day.   If possible, keep the blinds open in your bedroom. This will assure that you're exposed to quality sunlight as soon as the sun rises in the morning. If you get up before the sun rises, try investing in a quality lamp that simulates sunlight. This can have a similar effect on your brain. High amounts of caffeine may cause you to crash later on. However, consuming a small amount of caffeine early in the morning can give you an energy boost for the coming day. Have a single cup of coffee or tea in the morning. This will make you feel more alert going into the day. Entering the day feeling groggy can affect your energy level for the rest of the day.

summary: Maintain a sleep schedule. Take a cold shower. Expose yourself to natural light right away. Consume a small amount of caffeine.


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Erectile dysfunction is often related to blood flow and circulation. Being sedentary or overweight can result in poor circulation, increasing the risk of ED. By keeping your blood flowing at a healthy pace, you can improve your sexual performance and alleviate or prevent erectile dysfunction. Commit to getting exercise every day to improve symptoms of ED. You don't have to start running marathons to see results. One study demonstrated that just 30 minutes of walking a day reduced ED risk up to 40%. A healthy diet is good for your overall health, and  this will benefit your sexual performance. Eating right will give you the nutrients you need for energy and good circulation, while also helping you maintain a healthy weight.  Cut out saturated fats, processed sugar, and enriched wheat. These foods can clog your arteries and increase your cholesterol levels. Both will lead to poor circulation that could contribute to ED. Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. These foods will help keep your cholesterol low, give you a healthy blood pressure, and improve circulation. Vitamin B12 deficiency has been suspected to contribute to ED. You can remedy this with a daily multivitamin or eating shellfish, dairy products, and fortified cereals. These muscles help keep blood in the penis to maintain an erection. Weak pelvic muscles can let blood escape and contribute to ED.  You can strengthen the pelvic muscles with Kegel exercises. These are usually recommended for women, but men can benefit from them as well.  To do Kegels, you'll have to flex the muscles you would use to hold urine in. Tighten these muscles for five seconds, then relax for five seconds. Do this four or five times in a row. Repeat three times daily. . Among other health problems, smoking causes poor circulation. This will decrease blood flow and make it difficult to get and maintain an erection. If you smoke, it's best to quit as soon as possible to benefit not only your sex life, but your overall health.
summary: Increase your level of physical activity. Maintain a healthy diet. Strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. Quit smoking