Thyroid hormones are like the unsung heroes of your digestive health 🦸♀️ When they’re out of whack, it can cause a ripple effect throughout your entire digestive system. Let’s break it down in an easy-to-digest way… no pun intended!
🦷 Mouth Matters:
- Saliva Production: Your thyroid helps your salivary glands produce saliva. If it’s low, you might notice dryness, making chewing and swallowing a challenge. Plus, this can lead to conditions like Sjögren’s syndrome. 💦
- Oral Health: Less saliva means a disrupted oral microbiome, which can lead to cavities, bad breath, gum disease, and dry mouth. Yikes! 😬
📦 Esophagus Essentials:
- Cellular Tone and Edema: Your thyroid hormones maintain the muscle tone in your esophagus. Low levels can cause fluid buildup, disrupting the essential signaling for those intestinal contractions. This might lead to heartburn and reflux—no one wants that! 🔥
🍽️ Stomach Shenanigans:
- Gastric Emptying & Acid Production: Thyroid hormones regulate stomach acid and how quickly your stomach empties. If they’re low, you might feel overly full and gassy. Talk about uncomfortable! 🤭
🥳 Liver & Gallbladder Goodies:
- Bile Production: Your thyroid is vital for producing bile, which helps with digestion. Low T4 levels can impair bile flow, making digestion a bit tough leaving you feeling bloated, burpy, and “blah” after meals.
🌿 Intestinal Insights:
- Peristalsis & Transit Time: Thyroid hormones trigger those all-important contractions in your intestines. If they’re low, it can lead to conditions like Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), bloating, gas, and other not-so-fun symptoms. 🚽
- Gut Health: Hypothyroidism can affect the gut lining and your ability to tolerate good bacteria, leading to further digestive woes. We want a happy gut! 🌈
🤔 Feeling Off?
If you’re nodding your head to any of these symptoms, it might be time to check your thyroid health! 🌟 Don’t wait—let’s work together to explore your thyroid numbers and discover how we can help you feel fabulous again! 👉 Apply to work with us today! We can’t wait to support you on your journey to better health! 💖
