Approximately 90% of cases of hypothyroidism in the US are due to Hashimoto's disease. Knowing whether your hypothyroidism is due to Hashimoto's is key to managing your hypothyroid symptoms.
Takeaways
Knowing whether hypothyroidism is caused by Hashimoto's disease is important for managing the condition and feeling better.
Hashimoto's is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland.
Gut health and gluten sensitivity play a role in Hashimoto's, and removing gluten from the diet can improve symptoms.
Selenium supplementation can help reduce thyroid antibodies and improve thyroid function in Hashimoto's.
Keywords
hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's disease, autoimmune condition, immune system, thyroid gland, lab testing, diet, gluten sensitivity, selenium supplementation, gut health