Brith Control Pill and Weight Gain: A look at “Functional Hypothyroidsim”

More Notes, More Info!

• The birth control pill (BCP) contains small amounts of estrogen (female dominant hormones).
• Estrogen can increase Thyroid Binding Globulin (taxi service for thyroid hormones). The more thyroid hormones are bound to these taxis the slower the person’s metabolism= weight gain.
• This can cause “Functional Hypothyroidism” meaning that your laboratory test may look OK but you will not.
• Excess estrogen from the BCP can build up in body tissue and “leak out” over time creating a hypothyroidism state even after quitting the BCP.
• Excess estrogens can be detoxified by increasing phase 1 and phase 2 liver detoxification. However, blood sugar issues (functional or pathological (i.e. diabetes)) must be stabilized first. Many young women today are functional hypoglycemic (low blood sugar) which can alter thyroid function.
• Those who refuse to quit the BCP, phase 1 and phase 2 liver detoxification must be supported
• Those who are on the BCP for other feminine problems and want to minimize long term side effects, the cause of those underlying problems (acne, irregular periods, etc.) must be identified first. From there a comprehensive plan can be developed to restore normal function. That means a healthier you and not someone who becomes dependent on medication.

We encourage you to take action in your health goals whether it is addressing a chronic health problem or creating a wellness plan to prevent disease in the future. Become part of our team. True health is not easily achieved alone.

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Dr. Brady Hurst
True Health Center for Functional Medicine + Chiropractic.
www.TrueHealthDC.com

Dr. Brady on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

• Symptoms: Amenorrhea (few or absent periods), infertility due to anovulation (ovaries do not release eggs), Hirsutism (excess body hair), thin scalp hair, acne, weight gain, depression
• Signs: irritable if meals are skipped, fatigue after meals (eating relieves symptoms), depends on coffee or caffeine to get started in the morning
• PCOS is triggered by high testosterone levels
• Insulin creates the production the testosterone
• Insulin helps lower blood sugar when high
• Insulin will also cause the liver to produce excess cholesterol. This can further alter hormones since sex hormones (estrogen, testosterone, etc.) are made from cholesterol.
• Women with insulin resistance and/or diabetes will experience the highest testosterone levels.
• The key is to control insulin surges. Best signs of insulin surges or insulin resistance- fatigue after meals and/or irritability in between meals.
• Insulin drives high testosterone, high testosterone drives insulin. This creates a “vicious cycle” that feeds itself. Even though diet and exercise are KEY, breaking that cycle is just as important. There are peer reviewed studies that show specific botanicals and nutrients that help break that cycle.
• High testosterone is the MOST COMMON hormonal shift in menstruating women.
• PCOS is the most common cause of infertility in the USA.
• Simple test can be done in office or remotely to determine the many factors that drive PCOS.
• Most mainstream healthcare options do not offer this comprehensive approach. For help contact our office.

Our goal is to identify and address the “spider web” of biological dysfunctions that play a role in chronic disease. We provide the most comprehensive care to those with chronic conditions and those who want to prevent chronic conditions, which make up the top ten most common causes of death.  We do this through our home office in Atlanta, Georgia and around the world through our TeleHealth phone consultation service.

If you mention this blog post, we will grant a %10 discount off your initial consultation.

Dr. Brady Hurst
True Health Center for Advanced Alternative Medicine and Chiropractic.
www.TrueHealthDC.com