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Welcome to your home for all things skin, acne, eczema, nutrition, hormones, gut health and supplements. This blog is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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-Katie, RHN, FDN-P
Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto’s: Symptoms, Tests & Nutrition
Hypothyroidism means the thyroid does not produce enough thyroid hormone for the body’s needs. Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune condition that can lead to hypothyroidism. They are related terms, but they are not identical. A diagnosis depends on clinical assessment and blood tests rather than symptoms alone.
Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: Missing Periods & Energy Availability
Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea, or FHA, is absent menstruation associated with reduced signaling from the brain to the reproductive system, after other causes have been excluded. Low energy availability, exercise and stress can be relevant. It is a clinical diagnosis, not a label to choose from a missing period alone.
Hormone Health: Periods, Thyroid Symptoms & Skin
Hormones are chemical signals that help regulate functions such as the menstrual cycle and metabolism. Symptoms like irregular periods, fatigue, hair changes and acne can have several causes. “Hormone imbalance” is a starting question, not a diagnosis. The next step is an assessment that connects the symptoms with appropriate tests and care.