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My name is Michael Smith and I am a Naturopath and Nutritionist specializing in Functional Medicine, Consultations are available via phone or Skype world wide.

Naturopath and Nutritionist specializing in functional medicine testing for digestion and hormonal health.

30/05/2025

Did you know anabolic steroids can put you at serious risk for gynecomastia? 💪❌

When testosterone drops after a steroid cycle, estrogen can stay high, leading to unwanted changes. And despite the rumors, soy and phytoestrogens aren’t the real culprits—you’d need massive amounts for any effect, and sometimes they’re even helpful! 🌱

Have you ever wondered about the impact of hormones on your health? Drop your experiences or questions below! 👇

16/04/2025

𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘈𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘵!

Dive into the latest insights from the Vibrant Longevity Summit! Learn how aging biomarkers can help you understand your biological age and unlock strategies for a healthier, longer life.

Ready to take control of your health journey? 💪✨

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘄: https://blog.vibrant-wellness.com/aging-biomarkers-vibrant-longevity-summit-takeaways

What’s your top tip for staying vibrant as you age? Share below! 💬

06/09/2024

Leaving thyroid disorders untreated can lead to a range of 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀. 🚨 It's super important to catch and treat them early! 🌟

Here’s what could happen if thyroid conditions go unchecked:
❤️ 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀: Irregular heartbeats, high blood pressure, and increased cholesterol.
🧠 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵:Depression, anxiety, memory issues, and irritability.
⚖️ 𝗪𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Hypothyroidism = weight gain. Hyperthyroidism = weight loss.
😴 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲 & 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Ongoing tiredness and muscle weakness.
🦴 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵: Hyperthyroidism can cause bone thinning (osteoporosis).
🚺🚹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵: Irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, and pregnancy complications.
❄️🔥 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆: Feeling too cold (hypothyroidism) or too hot (hyperthyroidism).
🦋 𝗚𝗼𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿 & 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: Enlarged thyroid leading to neck swelling.
📉 𝗖𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Difficulty with concentration and cognitive tasks.

If you’re experiencing unexplained weight changes, persistent fatigue, or mood shifts, see a healthcare provider!

💬 Have questions about thyroid health? Drop a comment below or go to: https://www.planetnaturopath.com/ to get your thyroid health checked with Planet Naturopath’s comprehensive tests! 💪❤️

05/09/2024

𝗧𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 can cause a variety of complications depending on the specific condition and its severity. ⚠️

🦋 𝗚𝗼𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿: Enlarged thyroid causing neck swelling, swallowing, or breathing difficulties.
❤️ 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀: Increased risk of heart disease, arrhythmias, and high blood pressure.
🦴 𝗢𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀: Decreased bone density, raising the risk of fractures.
🔥 𝗧𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺: Life-threatening spikes in thyroid hormone levels in hyperthyroidism.
❄️ 𝗠𝘆𝘅𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗮: Potentially fatal severe drop in thyroid hormone levels in hypothyroidism.
🤰 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀: Affects fertility and increases pregnancy complications.
🧠 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵: Can cause depression, anxiety, and irritability.

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04/09/2024

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀? 🤔

Diagnosing thyroid disorders involves a combo of medical history, physical exams, and lab tests. Here's the scoop:
🔍 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: Your healthcare provider will ask about your symptoms, family history, meds, and any radiation exposure or recent surgeries. 📋
👩‍⚕️ 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺: They'll feel your thyroid gland for lumps, swelling, or tenderness.
🧪 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀: Blood tests measure thyroid hormone levels and TSH. High TSH = possible hypothyroidism. Low TSH = possible hyperthyroidism.
🖥️ 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀: Ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI may be used to check for nodules or tumors. 🎯
🦠 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗽𝘀𝘆: If there's a nodule, a biopsy might be done to see if it's cancerous.
🧩 𝗙𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Additional tests can check for autoimmune disorders or iodine deficiency. Knowing your full thyroid profile is key!

📝 𝙋𝙧𝙤 𝙏𝙞𝙥: Make sure you get these essential tests: TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Thyroid antibodies, and Reverse T3.

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵!

Visit https://www.planetnaturopath.com/ to know more!

03/09/2024

While we can't control all risk factors for thyroid gland disorders like age, gender, and family history, there are steps we 𝗖𝗔𝗡 take to reduce the risk. 💪💚

In this carousel, we're diving into some practical tips for keeping your thyroid healthy and catching potential issues early. 🦋

👉 Swipe through for actionable advice. Remember, your thyroid is a small gland with a big impact!

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱! 🌐

02/09/2024

Ever hear about the 𝘁𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 and wonder what it does? 🦋

Our tiny thyroid gland has a 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗷𝗼𝗯 when it comes to our health! Check out this carousel to learn the basics about thyroid disease, its symptoms, and why catching it early is key. 💡

👉 Swipe through, share with a friend, and let's all stay informed together! 💪❤️

30/08/2024

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲.

However, lifestyle modifications and medical treatment can help manage the symptoms. They may even promote long-term remission.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗕𝗗 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼:
• Reduce inflammation in the digestive tract 🩺
• Manage symptoms 🌿
• Prevent complications 🚫
• Maintain remission 🌟

Even though there’s no cure, many people with the condition can achieve long-term remission and maintain good health with the right treatment and management.

However, the course of the disease can be unpredictable. Some may continue to experience flare-ups despite receiving the appropriate treatment. 🔄

💙 If you or someone you know is dealing with IBD, share this post for support and awareness. Together, we can make a difference! 💬👇

29/08/2024

While these natural treatments can complement conventional medical care, consulting with a healthcare provider before starting any new treatment is essential to ensure it's appropriate for your specific condition. 🩺

At 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵, we utilize advanced stool testing to evaluate gut health and pinpoint the root cause of your symptoms. This method guarantees an accurate diagnosis and the highest level of care. 🔬🌱

💚 Interested in natural treatments for IBD? Contact Planet Naturopath and get a personalized plan tailored to your needs. 💡✨

28/08/2024

🌟 Living with IBD means 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀, each affecting overall quality of life. Recognizing these symptoms early and getting proper medical care is crucial!

It's also important to note that 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 like IBS, so getting tested to differentiate between IBS and IBD is essential. Accurate diagnosis leads to better treatment and management. 🩺

At 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵, we use advanced stool testing to assess gut health and help identify the root cause of your symptoms. This approach ensures you get the right diagnosis and the best possible care.

If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, don’t hesitate to seek medical advice. 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗕𝗗 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆! 💬👇

28/08/2024

Understanding these causes helps us in developing 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 and offering the support needed. Let’s spread awareness and stay informed! 🌟

🙌 If you found this helpful, 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.

Tag someone who needs to know this! 💙

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