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PhytoThyro® Thyroid herbal Product Monograph By Terry Vanderheyden, ND This combination acts on several levels to support healthy functioning of a sluggish thyroid gland. The ingredients – bladderwrack, black walnut hulls, ashwagandha, guggul, oats and blue flag – are herbs with years of traditional use behind them. Modern clinical and laboratory work confirms that they are especially effective for low thyroid problems. Bladderwrack – Ryan Drum, PhD, establishes the essential need for supplementing the diet with healthy, stable iodine 127. He points out that, “Animals with (a) complete body complement of iodine127 tend to not take in radioactive iodine131.” Radioactive iodine131, a fallout product from nuclear power generation, is a primary reason for the massive prevalence of thyroid disease observed in the last few decades, contends Drum. In the presence of iodine deficiency, animals will absorb and use iodine131, even though it damages the thyroid and gives off gamma radiation. Bladderwrack and all seaweeds are excellent sources of healthy iodine127. Moreover, much of the iodine from bladderwrack, the seaweed in our combination, is present not just as simple iodine127, but also as di-iodotyrosine (DIT), an immediate precursor of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and tri-iodothyronine (T3), according to Drum. “This makes Fucus spp the sea vegetables of choice for treating thyroid disorders by providing the immediate precursors for T4 and T3. Indeed, Fucus seems particularly effective in treating early stage hypothyroidism. Positive results have (been) obtained in both hypothyroidism and Graves’ hyperthyroidism cases.” Black walnut hulls – According to herbalist Dr. John R. Christopher, black walnut hulls are “heavily laden with potassium (iodide).” An analysis by research chemist Mark Pederson confirms this, as does Steven H. Horne, who writes that black walnut is “one of the few land plants that is rich in iodine.” Horne adds that, “I’ve personally found … black walnut to be a great remedy for serious thyroid problems.” He notes that iodine is readily water-soluble. Iodine has implications beyond healthy thyroid function. Horne reports that fibromyalgia often responds to black walnut use, explaining that the condition may be partially attributed to iodine deficiency. Ashwagandha – A first class ‘tonic herb’ and an ingredient in many traditional Ayurvedic formulations prescribed to improve overall health, ashwagandha is also a traditional Ayurvedic herb used to support the thyroid gland. Studies show that it enhances thyroid function and produces a significant increase in T4 thyroid hormone in a laboratory model. T4 levels in the cited study increased by 111% compared to controls, while T3 was also elevated but by a more modest 18%. Guggul – Guggul enhances the conversion of T4 to the more potent T3 form. Naturopathic physician Michael T. Murray, ND describes the effects of guggul and ashwagandha on the thyroid gland: “Both of the plants appear to boost thyroid function without influencing the release of the pituitary hormone TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) indicating the herbs work directly on the thyroid gland and other body tissues to exert their effects. This action is quite important, as 95% of all cases of hypothyroidism are not due to a problem with the pituitary. The problem is with the thyroid gland itself and an impaired conversion of T4 into the more potent T3 in tissues outside the thyroid gland.” Terry Vanderheyden, ND (Research Consultant) Since graduating from the CCNM in 1994, Terry Vanderheyden, ND, has practiced in Ontario, specializing in homeopathic, nutritional, and botanical therapies. Terry lives in Barry’s Bay with his wife Laurie and their 7 children. References: Ryan Drum, “Environmental Origins of Thyroid Disease - Part 2,” ©2005-2007. Accessed on line from http://www.ryandrum. com/thyroidpart2.htm. Ryan Drum, “Thyroid Function and Dysfunction,” ©2005. Accessed on line from http://www.ryandrum.com/thyroid1.html. JR Christopher, School of Natural Healing, Provo, UT: BiWorld Publishers, Inc.; 1976. Mark Pedersen, Nutritional Herbology: A Reference Guide to Herbs, Warsaw, IN: Wendell W. Whitman Company; 1994, pp.5051. S Horne, “Black Walnut,” Nature’s Field 2006; 22(9):1-2. S Panda and A Kar, J Ethnopharmacol 1999;67:233-239. Finley Ellingwood, The American Materia Medica, Therapeutics and Pharmacognosy, Portland, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications; 1985. Reprinted from original 1919 edition, pp. 369-370. Products Professionals Prefer® Contact us today to place an order. call: 1.866.562.9131 | Fax: 1.866.353.0427 [email protected] www.stfrancisherbfarm.com PhytoThyro® Thyroid herbal Product Monograph By Terry Vanderheyden, ND Oats – Although not having a direct thyrostimulatory effect, oats has a long history of traditional use for debility and other low thyroid symptoms such as general prostration resulting from overwork, anxiety and worry. Blue Flag – Eclectic physicians used blue flag for thyroid conditions. Considered by them as a great alterative for general detoxification and skin conditions, blue flag also has specific alterative benefits for glandular structures. Combination Rationale– The herbs in this combination were carefully chosen to address several aspects of thyroid dysfunction. These include dietary deficiencies of thyroid-healthy iodine as well as addressing, with herbs, the problem of poor conversion of thyroid hormone into its active metabolite, T3. Using the Basal Body Temperature method to assess thyroid function is an additional method by which one can determine if the thyroid gland is functioning optimally (Google the phrase for more info and instructions). Low body temperature in addition to hypothyroid symptoms, which include fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, dry skin, constipation, cardiovascular disease, depression, poor mental function and memory among others, may be an indication of thyroid dysfunction. Low thyroid function significantly increases the tendency to cardiovascular illness. Other combinations to consider: Consider taking PhytoThyro™ along with Sursum Corda™ if cardiovascular illness is present or with Panloba™ if memory problems are an issue as well as BulkLax™ or CascaraLax™ if constipation is present. ValeriCalm™ will help if insomnia is an issue. Administration: Take 1-2 ml (30-60 drops) three times daily in a little water on an empty stomach. Contra-indications and Cautions: C Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 6 weeks. Consult a health care practitioner if you are taking thyroid replacement therapies or lithium. Consumption with alcohol, other drugs or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended. If symptoms worsen or persist, consult a health care practitioner. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take this product if you have hyperthyroidism. Hypersensitivity reactions are known to occur, in which case discontinue use. Terry Vanderheyden, ND (Research Consultant) Since graduating from the CCNM in 1994, Terry Vanderheyden, ND, has practiced in Ontario, specializing in homeopathic, nutritional, and botanical therapies. Terry lives in Barry’s Bay with his wife Laurie and their 7 children. References: FJ Petersen, Materia Medica and Clinical Therapeutics, 1905. Scanned version © 2005. Accessed from: http://www.ibiblio.org/ herbmed/eclectic/petersen/main.html S Panda and A Kar, Life Sci. 1999;65(12):PL137-41. MT Murray, “Natural Support for Hypothyroidism,” Natural Living 2003; 1(18). HW Felter and JU Lloyd, King’s American Dispensatory, Portland, Oregon: Eclectic Medical Publications; 1983. Reprint of Eighteenth Edition of 1898. Third Revision. Volumes 1 and 2. WH Cook, The Physio-medical Dispensatory, 1869. Scanned version copyright Henrietta Kress, 2001. Accessed from: http://www. henriettesherbal.com/eclectic/cook/index.htm Denis Wilson, MD, Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome. Accessed on line from http://www. wilsonssyndrome.com/ Neil Osterweil. “Low Thyroid Function May Equal High Heart Disease Risk,” MedPage Today, November 29, 2005. Products Professionals Prefer® Contact us today to place an order. call: 1.866.562.9131 | Fax: 1.866.353.0427 [email protected] www.stfrancisherbfarm.com