Thyroid Support

Newtopia's Thyroid Support contains nutrients to support healthy thyroid function.  The thyroid is a vital gland in the body that regulates metabolism.  If the thyroid gland is functioning too low, conditions such as weight gain, hair loss, fatigue and cold body temperature may result.  Iodine and zinc help in the function of the thyroid gland.  Ashwaghanda may stimulate thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. Coleus forskohlii may activate biochemical pathways in the thyroid related to thyroid function.  Selenium plays a major role in the synthesis and metabolism of thyroid hormones where the thyroid gland has the highest concentration of selenium when compared to any other organ in the body.  Selenium is an essential component in the enzyme-driven reaction, which converts thyroid hormone T4 to thyroid hormone T3.

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