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peak longevity cycles in the body. DHEA & Pregnenolone in the
morning; Pregnenolone throughout the day; and Progesterone in the
evening, rest, good nutrition, and time are the key to restoring
adrenals and the body's natural biorhythm. Creams bypass the liver
and go where needed. Equalizer Plus originally developed for pain
relief has Pregnenolone needed for repair along with DHEA and
Progesterone.
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ADRENAL & THYROID
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Arthritis Pregnenolone,
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More than 10 million Americans have been diagnosed with thyroid disease, and
another 13 million people are estimated to have undiagnosed thyroid problems in
the U.S. alone. Women are at greatest risk, developing thyroid problems seven
times more often than men. Thyroid hormones are transported in the blood "bound"
to Thyroid Binding Globulin (TBG), which temporarily holds them inactive. This
protein may be manipulated by many illnesses and medications. Therefore,
measurement of the "unbound," free levels of T3 and T4 thyroid hormones provides
a more accurate interpretation. When TSH, free T3 and T4 are found to be within
normal range, a functional thyroid deficiency may be suspected. This can be
clarified by testing TPO antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody) as part of
ZRT's bloodspot thyroid panel. (NOTE: Thyroid Tests are NOT done with
saliva.)
If you
have a lot of boxes checked in either column and symptoms are
persistent over time and nothing else works, FULL panel thyroid
testing may be indicated. Full Panel Thyroid blood spot
hormone tests can be obtained in a home collection kit.
Blood Spot Home Collection Test Kits:
Low Thyroid Tests are NOT done with the Saliva kits.
For Blood Thyroid Testing:
www.salivatest.com/store/prod_bs.html
Q: Does
HormoneProfile.com have a thyroid cream or a HGH product that is
recommended if I have test results that indicate a need for those
hormone imbalance problems.
A: Not yet. We have tested over 60 products and
formulas and have not found one yet that we recommend. There are
many very badly formulated or very ineffective products out there, and
we simply have yet to find a good one to recommend to you. We do
know that Natural Progesterone alone has solved the thyroid symptoms of
over 200 women, but we also know that it is not enough if you have
serious thyroid disease. This is one time you really need to work
with a good holistic health care provider and not go it alone if your
test results indicate need for therapy.
THYROID: The amount of thyroid hormone manufactured by the thyroid
gland is primarily governed by the pituitary gland, which produces TSH
(Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). The amount of TSH delivered to the thyroid gland
tells the thyroid how much thyroid hormone to manufacture. T4 (Thyroxine)
is the main thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid. A well- regulated process
causes thyroxine to lose iodine, generating the much more potent thyroid hormone
T3 (Triiodothyronine). The amount of T3 present in the brain must remain
within optimal range to keep the body functioning properlyand is crucial for
maintaining physical and mental health. Thyroid peroxidase, TPO is an
enzyme that aids the synthesis of thyroid hormone. In 90% of patients with
Hashimoto’s (autoimmune thyroiditis) there is the presence of high levels of
these antibodies. Individuals with other autoimmune disorders often have high
TPO levels, as do women with polycystic ovaries. Since early identification of
antibodies can result in treatment to improve patient health and well-being,
testing TPO in those with sub-clinical hypothyroidism can be beneficial. Thyroid
imbalance not only effects body weight, but also mood, emotions, behavior, sex
life, menstrual problems, infertility, depression and anxiety disorders. Because
symptoms of thyroid imbalance can mimic other hormonal imbalances, as many as 13
million Americans may be undiagnosed and/or misdiagnosed. Thyroid disease may go
undetected in women of menopausal age as symptoms of menopause and low thyroid
are often intertwined.
About Thyroid Hormones and Testing:
More than 10 million Americans have been diagnosed with thyroid disease, and
another 13 million people are estimated to have undiagnosed thyroid problems in
the U.S. alone. A February, 2000 research study found that the estimated
number of people with undiagnosed thyroid disease may be 10 percent – a level
that is double to what was previously thought.
Hypothyroidism, or low thyroid, is a very common condition. It is estimated
that 3 to 5% of the population has some form of hypothyroidism. Women are at
greatest risk, developing thyroid problems seven times more often than men. Low
thyroid increases with age and in fact, hypothyroidism is most common in women
during the menopausal years; approximately 26% of women in or near menopause are
diagnosed with hypothyroidism.
Notes: In a recent study among patients taking thyroid medication, only 60%
were within the normal range for TSH. The fact that 40% of patients, a number
that translates to millions of Americans, are already taking thyroid hormone and
being treated by a doctor but are still not within the expected normal
TSH range is of great concern. Not only does this show the need for more
frequent monitoring and adjustment of dosages -- versus the standard
recommendation of maximum yearly testing – but may in fact suggest that there
are serious inadequacies in the current therapies, which primarily rely on
synthetic thyroid hormone replacement known as levothyroxine (brandnames
Synthroid, Levoxyl, Levothyroid, Eltroxin). The inadequacy of the standard
therapy in relieving symptoms is addressed in the February 11, 1999 New
England Journal of Medicine landmark T3 Thyroid Drug Study which
found that the majority of patients studied felt better on a combination of two
drugs, including levothyroxine (T4) and T3, and NOT solely levothyroxine/T4
(i.e., Synthroid or Levoxyl) alone. The addition of T3 was found to help relieve
depression, brain fog, fatigue and other symptoms.
The thyroid gland produces 2 hormones: T4 (80%) and T3 (20%). Each thyroid
hormone is made up of a tyrosine (protein) surrounded by four (T4) or three (T3)
iodines. T4 is the “inactive,” while T3 is the “active” component. Thyroid
hormones set metabolic activity and are thus responsible for the speed at which
every enzyme action in the body takes place. When the thyroid gland produces T4,
it is taken up by every cell in the body, and converted into T3 which produces
activity within the cell. When thyroid hormones are transported in the blood
they are “bound” to a protein, Thyroid Binding Globulin (TBG), that temporarily
holds them inactive. This protein may be manipulated by many illnesses and
medications. Therefore, the measurement of the unbound, “free” levels of T3 and
T4 thyroid hormones as conducted in blood spot testing at ZRT Laboratory is the
most accurate.
Functional Thyroid Deficiency when free T3, free T4, and TSH are
within normal range but symptoms (particularly a low basal temperature) are
consistent with a hypothyroid state, a functional thyroid deficiency may exist.
In this case, adequate thyroid is present but the tissues fail to respond. This
functional thyroid deficiency or “thyroid resistance” is often caused by
autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto’s), which can be identified using Thyroid
Peroxidase Antibody – TPO testing—available as part of the blood spot
thyroid panel at ZRT Laboratory. Other causes of functional thyroid deficiency
are estrogen dominance (excessive estrogens in the absence of adequate
progesterone), low anabolic steroids (testosterone and DHEAS), and/or adrenal
imbalance (low or high cortisol). If thyroid resistance is suspected (i.e.
thyroid tests are normal but symptoms indicate hypothyroidism), saliva testing)
for estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEAS and am/pm cortisol is strongly
recommended. For more information
see the saliva test kits.
HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE TEST KITS - Free Online HGH Symptoms
Test
IGF-1
(Insulin-like growth factor) IGF-1 is a readable indirect
measurement of assessing Growth Hormone (GH) levels. During the adolescent
growth spurt, GH levels increase and then decline and remain stable until
mid-adulthood. After that time levels begin to decrease at approximately 14% per
decade until about age 60 when they plateau. The physiologic decrease in GH is
thought to be the primary factor in the aging process. Adult growth hormone
deficiency can lead to rapid aging and a host of symptoms among them: reduced
endurance, low sex drive, decreased bone density, decreased muscle mass, and
reduced cardiac function,blood sugar control, immunity and memory. Thus, the
pharmacological use of GH boosting agents has been proposed to ameliorate the
metabolic imbalances associated with Growth Hormone deficiency. Because GH
fluctuates radically throughout the day, random serum measurements are
unreliable as diagnostic and therapeutic markers. IGF-1 is an indicator of
growth hormone (GH) levels as its production is controlled by GH release from
the pituitary gland.
If you
have a lot of boxes checked in either column and symptoms are
persistent over time and nothing else works, testing IGF-1 for
Human Growth Hormone may be indicated. For blood HGH testing:
www.salivatest.com/store/prod_bs.html
Q: Does
HormoneProfile.com have a thyroid cream or a HGH product that is
recommended if I have test results that indicate a need for those
hormone imbalance problems.
A: Not yet. We have tested over 60 products and
formulas and have not found one yet that we recommend. There are
many very badly formulated or very ineffective products out there, and
we simply have yet to find a good one to recommend to you. We do
know that Natural Progesterone alone has solved the thyroid symptoms of
over 200 women, but we also know that it is not enough if you have
serious thyroid disease. This is one time you really need to work
with a good holistic health care provider and not go it alone if your
test results indicate need for therapy.
Blood Spot Testing of IGF-1
for Growth Hormone Evaluation By Jay H Mead MD
At puberty, during the adolescent growth spurt, growth hormone (GH) levels
increase and then decline slowly and remain stable until mid-adulthood. After
this time levels began to decrease at approximately 14% per decade until about
age 60 when they plateau. The physiologic decrease in GH is thought to be the
primary factor in the aging process. Adult growth hormone deficiency can lead to
rapid aging which includes a host of symptoms among them: reduced stamina, low
sex drive and reduced function, decreases in bone density, muscle mass, cardiac
function, blood sugar control, immunity and memory. Therefore, the
pharmacological use of GH boosting agents has been proposed to ameliorate the
metabolic derangements associated with absolute and relative GH deficiency.
Diagnosing GH deficiency and monitoring the therapeutic levels of GH
replacement therapy is problematic. Because GH fluctuates radically throughout
the day, random serum measurements are unreliable as diagnostic and therapeutic
markers. Fortunately there is a stable biologic mediator of GH, Insulin-Like
Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1), readily measurable in serum (Ref 6,7). IGF-1 or
somatomedin C is a protein produced by the liver and released into the blood
stream. IGF-1 production is controlled by GH release from the pituitary gland,
which is in turn controlled by the brain through signals from the hypothalamus.
IGF-1 is produced by the liver in response to the average GH level throughout
the day.
IGF-1 is found in serum in free and bound forms. The bound form is complexed
with an acid labile subunit (ALS) and a “binding protein.” There are six
Insulin-like Growth Factor Binding Proteins (IGFBP) that facilitate the
transport of IGF-1 in the blood stream. Of the six binding proteins, IGFBP-3 is
the most important because it has the highest blood level and it’s synthesis is
also controlled by GH. Testing for IGFBP-3 level is mainly of value in
prepubescent children and is of very little benefit in evaluating Adult Growth
Hormone Deficiency (AGHD) (Ref 1).
There is excellent correlation with GH release and extracted IGF-1
measurements from serum; therefore, IGF-1 measurement in the blood is an
indirect method of assessing GH levels (Ref 1,5,7). As with any indirect
measurement, it is imperative to keep in mind that other factors may influence
the liver function and, therefore, modulate IGF-1 production. Other factors
known to lower IGF-1 (Ref 2, 3,6) levels include oral estrogen, protein calorie
malnutrition, insulin deficiency, liver failure, hypothyroidism, pregnancy,
glucocorticoid therapy, renal failure and acute catabolic stress (eg, surgery,
trauma, hip fractures and infectious diseases). All of these factors are thought
to stress the liver and interfere with IGF-1 production.
Filter paper blood spot testing employed by ZRT Lab has shown to be as
effective as serum for IGF-1 testing (Ref 7). ZRT Lab uses a “state of the art”
immunoradiometric (IRMA) sandwich assay proven to exceptionally sensitive and
specific for each analyte tested.
Advantages of Blood Spot Testing
Blood spot testing is a minimally – invasive method of specimen collection.
The nearly painless finger prick and a small volume of dried blood on filter
paper makes it possible to run several hormone tests.
The advantages of blood spot testing:
Minimally - invasive method is less traumatic than blood drawing,
the finger prick is nearly painless.
Cost-effective requires no special handling or storage.
Reliable high precision measurement.
Convenient home collection – no phlebotomist needed.
Small sample size – one to four drops per test.
Stability of specimen –stable at room temperature for up to
one month.
Biologically-safe requires no special handling or transport.
Equal to serum testing without the inconvenience of standard blood
drawing, storage, and shipment.
Highly accurate method of measuring circulating hormones.
Simple inexpensive way to monitor supplemented hormone levels.
Optimal convenient collection time.
Blood Spot testing can also help physicians…..
Identify hidden hormonal deficiencies associated with disease, rapid aging,
thyroid dysfunction, and symptoms of menopause and andropause in male and female
patients; Link clinical symptoms to specific hormone imbalances flagged in
testing; Track patient progress: comparative history reports are provided with
follow-up testing; Monitor hormone levels for individualized, physiologic dosing
of hormone replacement; and Restore hormonal balance and overall well-being using test results as a
rational basis for treatment.
Blood spot testing is a minimally – invasive, convenient and highly accurate
method of specimen collection. The nearly painless finger prick and a small
volume of dried blood on filter paper makes it possible to run several hormone
tests. Nearly all methods comparing whole blood with dried show excellent
correlation
The new bloodspot home collection kit
is the result of continuing
innovation in lab procedures and our commitment to provide non- and
minimally-invasive hormone testing to healthcare providers and their patients.
It's a simple, convenient and highly accurate method for measuring non-steroidal
hormones that cannot be reliably measured in saliva due to their large protein
structure. Headlining our new range is a complete Thyroid panel and testing of
IGF-1 for Human Growth Hormone.
A complete Thyroid Panel: TSH, freeT4, freeT3, and TPO antibodies (Hashimotos).
HIGHLIGHTS of the RESEARCH STUDIES
Women's Health Initiative & National Institutes Health
Studies Serious Health Risks of the Prescription Synthetic
Hormones
Women's Health Initiative WHI Study site:
http://www.whi.org and
Studies:
http://www.whi.org/findings/
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