Thymus Gland
adminThe Thymus The thymus is located in the upper part of the chest. It is made of two lobes that join in front of the trachea. The thymus is an…
Pregnancy
Blood Glucose and Pregnancy Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar (diabetes) that starts or is first diagnosed during pregnancy. Pregnancy hormones (Both the higher levels of progesterone and cortisol) can…
Electrolytes
Electrolytes are ionized molecules found throughout the blood, tissues, and cells of the body. These molecules, which are either positive (cations) or negative (anions), conduct an electric current and help…
Diet & Lifestyle
Remember that whether you look sick or not, you are and the most important thing is to take care of yourself and get well. Diet – Your diet should now consist…
Pancreas
The Pancreas The pancreas is partially hidden behind the stomach and sits in front of the kidney and adrenal glands. The tip of the tail of the pancreas touches the…
Adrenal Glands
The Adrenal Glands The adrenal glands also known as the suprarenal glands sit on top of the kidneys. The right adrenal gland is triangular shaped, while the left suprarenal gland…
Iron
Overview Iron deficiency impairs thyroid hormones synthesis by reducing activity of iron – dependent thyroid peroxidase. Iron deficiency anemia blunts and iron supplementation improves the efficacy of iodine. Iron is…
Thyroid Gland
The Thyroid Gland The Thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below (inferior to) the thyroid cartilage (which forms the…
Iodine
Iodine is a very controversial subject and there seem to be more questions than answers. Why do some Hashimoto’s patients do fine with iodine while others cannot tolerate iodine. Why…
Celiac
OverviewCeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder. It may affect every organ in the body. In most cases celiac disease damages or destroys the villi, which are the very component of…