Broadway Wellness Naturopath Article of the Month
How to Optimize Thyroid Hormones + Metabolism
By Dr. Heidi Lescanec, ND
5 Ways to Support Conversion of T4 to T3
For anyone looking to optimize their thyroid function, this is ESSENTIAL.
Your thyroid gland makes hormone in the form of T4,
which is then converted into the more active T3 in other areas—especially the liver.
If this conversion is sluggish, you may feel the effects of low thyroid function even if T4 levels are within the normal range.
(fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, low mood, etc.)
Here are some ways to support the conversion:
Liver Support
Since conversion of T4 to T3 happens primarily in the liver, supporting healthy liver function also supports healthy thyroid function.
Gut Support
The enzyme needed to convert T4 to T3 is also present in the gut wall, so gut health may influence T3 levels.
Nutrient Optimization
T4 to T3 conversion depends on selenium and zinc, found mainly in meats, nuts, and seeds.
Stress Management
Anything the body perceives as stress triggers the release of cortisol. Higher levels of cortisol are associated with more conversion of T4 to reverse T3 (inactive form) rather than the active T3.
Blood Sugar Balance
Similar to the effect of stress, insulin resistance is associated with more conversion of T4 to reverse T3 (inactive form) rather than the active T3.
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