I am going for bloodwork on July 2. I've been using a Canadian product called Strest (adrenal tonic) and prior to that I was drinking an adrenal tea from my naturopathic doctor. I don't feel as cold as I did before so I am hopeful that there is some improvement.
I learned through a previous ND quite some time ago that iodine isn't the answer for me. It made my hypothyroidism worse!
Please note this is not an option for me as I am a vegetarian. Thanks.
The only thing my doctor (GP) has experience with is conventional medication (Synthroid). I continue to work to support my system without a drug.
Hi VitaminB12,
Do you have a doctor who has experience prescribing dessicated thyroid (Armour)?
Hi Rumpled, My cortisol is very low, but my potassium and sodium numbers are within standard range. They're even within the range that functional medicine practitioners recommend. Interesting...
I asked for magnesium, potassium, and sodium, but the doctor and nurse practitioner said my results were OK 6 months ago so they will not repeat the tests at this time! Things can change. I did get the NP to add a few though. So when I go in early July these tests will be included calcium, albumin, and folic acid. The nurse practitioner seems to think the nocturnal calf cramps could be related to low iron stores or dehydration. I drink water/tea (mostly herbal) & eat foods full of water (fruits and vegies). I do not drink coffee or alcohol. The NP recommended I do stretches before bed and also consider a warm bath.
What about magnesium? That can cause cramps too.