{"title":"Thyroid Support","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe little thyroid has so many responsibilities in the body, but most of the time we don’t give it a second thought. It’s interesting, especially as two of the key nutrients required for a healthy thyroid are deficient in NZ soils. In response to low iodine, NZ has been fortifying foods (salt) with iodine for many years. See our article \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/ask-our-naturopath-what-deficiencies-should-kiwis-watch-out-for\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ask Our Naturopath: What Deficiencies Should Kiwi's Watch Out For?\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAsk our naturopath: what deficiencies should kiwis look out for.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the thyroid gland?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thyroid gland is shaped like a butterfly and sits just below the adams apple in the neck. Thyroid hormones, named T3 and T4, regulate many body functions including metabolic rate, body temperature, growth and development and cellular health. Fluctuations of these hormones circulating in the body will slow or speed up these processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur thyroid function is closely connected to healthy adrenal function. This means that anything affecting your adrenals will also impact on thyroid hormones. Both, long-term pressure, or troubled sleep, can interrupt production and functions of thyroid hormones. See our\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adrenal-health-stress-support\" title=\"Adrenal Health \u0026amp; Stress Support\"\u003e Adrenal Health \u0026amp; Stress Support \u003c\/a\u003esupplements to support your body’s response to stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyroid hormones are essential for a healthy pregnancy, if you are trying to conceive add in some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/reproductive-support\" title=\"Reproductive Support\"\u003eReproductive Support.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplements for thyroid health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecific nutrients found in thyroid supplements can be used to support healthy thyroid function and balance stress hormone levels. The ingredients commonly found in thyroid supplements in New Zealand include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIodine, vitamin A and B6, tyrosine and manganese, which are essential nutrients to support natural production of thyroid hormones. Kelp and sea vegetables are naturally high in iodine, other beneficial minerals, and vitamins for thyroid function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe minerals zinc and selenium are important for conversion of T4 into active T3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAshwagandha, a herb known to support healthy thyroid and adrenal function is also helpful to provide natural thyroid support for balanced stress hormones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe thyroids relationship to metabolism means that you may want to include some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blood-sugar-support\" title=\"Blood Sugar Support\"\u003eBlood Sugar Support\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to thyroid supplements, you can also naturally support your thyroid by managing stress, rest, and ensuring that you have a healthy diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe best support for healthy hormones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have a wide range of supplements and products to support \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stress-hormones\" title=\"Stress \u0026amp; Hormones\"\u003eStress \u0026amp; Hormones.\u003c\/a\u003e These come in many forms, including capsules, tablets, liquids, powders, and oral drops to suit your preference. See our extensive \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/health-concerns\" title=\"Health Concerns\"\u003eHealth Concerns\u003c\/a\u003e resources for helpful tips to support your health and wellbeing journey\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"me-today-high-dose-sea-moss-400","title":"High Dose Sea Moss 400","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMe Today High Dose Sea Moss 400 \u003c\/strong\u003eis your premium quality formula based on traditional evidence to support normal nutrient \u0026amp; energy levels. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIrish Sea Moss is a red seaweed species that has been known for thousands of years as a rich source of zinc, iodine, folate and iron - four key nutrients that support normal thyroid function.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Me Today","offers":[{"title":"60 vege capsules","offer_id":47176205959386,"sku":"1112158-1","price":34.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/me-today-high-dose-sea-moss-400__77419.jpg?v=1764577165"},{"product_id":"gaia-herbs-thyroid-support-capsules","title":"Thyroid Support Capsules","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGaia Herbs Thyroid Support with Ashwagandha, Seaweed, Kelp \u0026amp; Schisandra \u003c\/span\u003eoffers a blend of herbs and nutrients known to help support healthy thyroid function. L-Tyrosine, Iodine from seaweed, Coleus, Ashwagandha and Schisandra all synergistically support normal thyroid hormone production, metabolism, weight management, and cardiovascular health.\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe thyroid gland is an important butterfly-shaped organ that releases hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism. Thyroid hormones, made with the help of iodine, have a huge effect on vital body functions such as heart-rate, breathing, temperature, weight management, to name a few. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eTAPS PP8141\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gaia Herbs","offers":[{"title":"60 vege capsules","offer_id":47176388706522,"sku":"1111234-1","price":57.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/gaia-herbs-thyroid-support-with-ashwagandha-seaweed-kelp-and-schisandra__77701.jpg?v=1764576410"},{"product_id":"natures-sunshine-thyroid-activator","title":"Thyroid Activator","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNatures Sunshine Thyroid Activator \u003c\/span\u003eis a rich source of organic iodine which helps nourish the thyroid gland, support thyroid function and healthy metabolism and energy levels. 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