Description

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Thyroid diseases refer to diseases that affect the thyroid glands and hamper its functions, whether it is hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, etc. Thyroid diseases are serious diseases although they can be treated because if they are ignored, they can cause many health problems that may eventually lead to death. There are also lots of causes for the occurrence of thyroid diseases and one major cause is diet. In other words, if your diet is unhealthy and not friendly to the thyroid glands, there is a higher risk for you to acquire these diseases.

About the Author

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Brittany Samons is a prolific writer of nutrition and health related books, magazine articles, and blog posts. In fact, she's been obsessed about her health and the health of others ever since she can remember. Born in California, Brittany took an early interest in health related matters. Growing up near the ocean where there was always plenty of fresh air and cool breezes she began to develop her own philosophy about nutrition and health. Her fascination with healthy living continued until she graduated college, where she studied diet, nutrition, alternative healthy lifestyles. Brittany is determined to continue providing reliable, practical, and straightforward information and advice that helps her thousands of avid readers eat better and live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Her special expertise is in helping people struggling with obesity. She helps them reach their goals through diet and exercise alone. "Helping people live healthy lives is my passion in life," says Brittany. "Every time I teach someone how to peel off the pounds it not only improves the quality of their life, but they live longer too. I feel that I'm actually saving lives with my work, and that's a great feeling to have." Her passion and drive are unyielding in her desire to help others control their weight, develop new dietary habits, and live happier, healthier lifestyles.