Help With Thyroid Issues

Thyroidectomy and Weight Gain

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 22:40:00 +0000

A thyroidectomy is a surgery that removes all or part of the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ located in the front of the neck. While a thyroidectomy can be a life-saving procedure for some, it can also come with side effects that can be challenging to manage. This blog post will discuss some of the potential side effects of having a total thyroidectomy and some unexpected side effects.

One of the most common side effects is hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough of the thyroid hormone, which is responsible for regulating metabolism and other bodily functions. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, weight gain, depression, dry skin, constipation, and muscle aches. People with hypothyroidism can be treated with hormone replacement therapy, which helps restore the body’s balance and alleviate symptoms.

Another side effect of a total thyroidectomy is the risk of vocal cord paralysis. Vocal cord paralysis could possibly occur when the nerves that control the movement of the vocal cords are either damaged or severed. This can lead to difficulty speaking, hoarseness, a weak or breathy voice, and even difficulty breathing. Treatment for vocal cord paralysis is typically focused on improving voice quality and restoring function.

If you’ve ever had a total thyroidectomy, you may be experiencing some unexpected side effects. Weight gain is a common side effect of a total thyroidectomy, but there are steps you can take to reduce the impact of this issue. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the causes of weight gain after a total thyroidectomy, as well as some tips for managing the side effects.

Your thyroid plays an essential role in regulating your body’s metabolism and energy levels. When your thyroid is removed, your body is no longer able to produce the hormones it needs to maintain your metabolism. This can lead to an increase in appetite, as well as a decrease in energy levels. As a result, people who have had a total thyroidectomy often find themselves gaining weight, even when they haven’t changed their eating habits.

In addition to the metabolic changes caused by your thyroid removal, some medications taken after a total thyroidectomy can also contribute to weight gain. Some of these medications, such as levothyroxine, can cause an increase in appetite and cravings. Others, such as corticosteroids, can cause water retention and weight gain. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to manage the weight gain associated with a total thyroidectomy.

Here are a few tips:

Eat a balanced diet. Eating a balanced diet that is low in sugar and saturated fat can help reduce your risk of weight gain. Focus on eating whole grains, lean proteins, and fresh fruits and vegetables.
Exercise regularly. Exercise can help boost your metabolism and increase your energy levels. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day.
Talk to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to adjust your medication or suggest other treatments that can help manage your weight gain.

Weight gain can be a frustrating side effect of a total thyroidectomy, but with the right approach, it can be managed.

By following a healthy diet and exercising regularly, you can help reduce the impact of your weight gain. If you’re still struggling, talk to your doctor about other treatments or medication adjustments that could help.

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30 Medicinal Plants The Gingaskin Native Americans Used On A Daily Basis

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 19:54:00 +0000

Had a long talk with My great grandmothers sister (Ant Lou) years ago which lead me in search of my Gingaskin heritage. At the time she mentioned that my cousin Jamila had gone to college with a big discount and she said it was a shame what those people did to our tribe back in those days.

So I decided to search it out and take a look for myself...

Decreased population?

Ben Swanson put it nicely:
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But frankly my dear here's what happened when "intermarrying with the free Negros" took place along with the documents to prove it:
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Here's what became of the land:
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My great grandmother always said her mother was from Virginia. There was a beautiful photo she kept on her Chester drawer of her mother. Anywho...

Perhaps someday I'll contact Johnny Stevenson and take him up on
his offer to help me claim my heritage. In the meantime here's
medicinal plants the Gingaskin Native Americans used on a daily basis.

In all sincerity, I'd prefer to just throw it in the blender and keep it moving
literally.

Build a do-it-yourself air purifier for about $25

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Modern Technology for Stroke Survivors

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 19:29:00 +0000

Modern Technology for Stroke Survivors. This Incredible device will change the lives of so many stroke patients. Toyota launched a robotic leg brace, which is specifically designed to help with partial paralysis. It's called... (the video is self explanatory)

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5 Worst Cooking Oils for Your Thyroid

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Wed, 16 Dec 2015 20:18:00 +0000

Today I want to talk about a very important but confusing topic that has a much bigger impact on your thyroid than you realize. There is a lot of confusing and false information that continues to circulate across the globe regarding what fats and oils are truly healthy. Unfortunately, you and millions of other people have been led to believe that all of these so called “heart healthy” oils in your diet are preventing future health problems while the reality is that they are not only heart UN-healthy but are linked directly to hypothyroidism.

One of my favorite quotes that I find applicable to many situations in life, including this one, is…

“Insanity is repeating the same behavior and expecting different results”

– Albert Einstein

The entire “heart healthy” marketing movement was driven by the fact that polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs) could lower cholesterol. Even though it’s still going strong today, the entire cholesterol myth has been debunked by science long ago. Click here for more information on getting some help with hypothyroidism.

If all of these polyunsaturated fats were so “heart healthy” then why has heart disease continued to rise in spite of our drastic increase in the use of these oils?

According to statistics from the FDA, our use of “heart healthy” polyunsaturated oils has increased by more than 330% since 1970 with the average person today consuming 51.9 lbs. per year as opposed to only 15.4 lbs. per year in 1970.

If over the course of 40 years these “heart healthy” oils have not made any bit of impact in heart health then why do we continue to push them as if another 40 years might provide some different results?

That’s not wishful thinking… That’s pure insanity.

That also doesn’t paint a good picture for polyunsaturated fats but believe it or not, polyunsaturated fats can paint a good picture, so to speak...

Written by Tom Brimeyer

What is Crowdfunding? CrowdFunding planning? What, How, Why and when

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:37:00 +0000

BLOOD MOONS 2015: What You Missed | Perry Stone

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Big pharma doesn't want you to know about that cure or that cure...

Philadelphia Residents Plan To Rent Out Homes During Pope Francis' Visit

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Sat, 14 Mar 2015 03:24:00 +0000

Pope Francis, on anniversary, says he believes he will have short pontificate

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VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis said in an interview published on Friday he believes his pontificate will be short and that he would be ready to resign like his predecessor rather than ruling for life.

In the long interview with Mexican broadcaster Televisa, released on the second anniversary of his surprise election, Francis also said he "did not mind" being pope but would like to be able to go out in Rome unrecognized for a pizza.

"I have the feeling that my pontificate will be brief—four or five years, even two or three. Two have already passed. It's a somewhat strange sensation," he said, according to a Vatican translation from Spanish.

"I feel that the Lord has placed me here for a short time," the Argentine-born pontiff said.

Francis, apparently in good health at 78, said "I share the idea of what Benedict did." In 2013, former Pope Benedict became the first head of the Roman Catholic Church in 600 years to resign instead of ruling until he died.

"In general, I think what Benedict so courageously did was to open the door to the popes emeritus. Benedict should not be considered an exception, but an institution," Francis said.

However, he said he did not like the idea of an automatic retirement age for popes, such as at age 80.

In the 17-page interview, Francis also said the fact he is the first pope from Latin America compelled him to speak out on behalf of migrants and the poor because his ancestors had to move from Italy to Argentina to find work.

"People are being discarded and forced to seek employment elsewhere," said Francis, whose first trip after his election was to the Italian island of Lampedusa to pay tribute to thousands of migrants who have died trying to reach Europe.

Francis, who in the past has called for more regulation of markets, denounced "the injustice of wealth," saying it was a mortal sin to give someone an unjust salary or for the rich to take advantage of the poor.

On the lighter side, Francis said "I do not mind," when asked if he liked being pope.

"The only thing I would like is to go out one day, without being recognized, and go to a pizzeria for a pizza," he said, adding that he missed his days as a bishop in Buenos Aires, when he could move about the city freely.

"In Buenos Aires, I was a rover," he said. — Reuters

Alternative Cancer Treatment for Squamous Cell Carcinoma & Thyroid Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Sat, 14 Mar 2015 03:08:00 +0000

Would You Trust a Scent-trained Dog to Detect Thyroid Cancer?

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 20:57:00 +0000

UAMS researchers use scent-trained dogs to detect thyroid cancer

Source: http://www.thv11.com/story/news/health/2015/03/09/uams-scent-trained-dogs-thyroid-cancer/24646775

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) presented findings at the Endocrine Society's ENDO 2015 conference March 6 in San Diego showing nearly 90 percent accuracy using scent-trained dogs to detect thyroid cancer.

"Detecting and diagnosing thyroid cancer can be difficult, because it's often looking for a very small number of occurrences in a very large background of benign nodules. It is also difficult to say with certainty that a patient is cancer-free after surgery," said Donald Bodenner, M.D., Ph.D., a professor of geriatrics at UAMS and director of the Thyroid Center and chief of endocrine oncology.

"Having a technique with which to do these things with a higher degree of certainty would be a tremendous advance in thyroid cancer," he said.

The study, led by Arny Ferrando, Ph.D., a professor and researcher in the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging, and Andrew Hinson, M.D., a postdoctoral fellow at UAMS, took dogs already trained for scent detection and imprinted them with fresh tissue taken from patients diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma, the most common type of thyroid cancer. Fellow researcher Brendan Stack Jr., M.D., a head and neck surgeon in the UAMS College of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, assisted with the study.

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The dogs were then presented with urine samples from patients — some with thyroid cancer and some with benign nodules — and asked to indicate whether each sample had thyroid cancer or not. Their results were compared to a surgical pathology diagnosis and matched in 30 of 34 cases, or 88.2 percent accuracy.

"What we have done, no one has attempted to do," said Ferrando, who noted past studies showing trained dogs can reliably tell the difference between various cancerous and non-cancerous tissues. "We have taken the next step by asking the dog to tell us whether or not cancer exists before the medical diagnostic system does. We wanted to see, can the doctor utilize the dog to help diagnose cancer?"

The results so far lead the researchers to believe the answer is "yes."

"We've all looked at it from a skeptical, scientific standpoint, but the data just keeps leading us to the fact that this has remarkable clinical potential," said Ferrando.

The implications could be tremendous, the researchers said, both in terms of cost savings in diagnoses and especially the prevention of unnecessary surgeries. Additionally, the method could be transported to under-served areas where traditional detection methods of biopsy and ultrasound are unavailable. Finally, the researchers believe the training could potentially be used in diagnosis of other cancers such as ovarian, breast, kidney, bladder and prostate.

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"Thyroid cancer is our template," said Ferrando. "It's one of the fastest growing cancers in terms of occurrences in the world. It's not one of the highest mortality cancers, but one of the fastest growing in terms of newly diagnosed cases."

So far the team has used what are termed "general source" dogs, or strays that have been trained in scent detection methods. Their plan is to now work with researchers at Auburn University's Canine Performance Sciences program in the College of Veterinary Medicine to teach and imprint "specific purpose" dogs, or those specifically bred for detection. Comparable results achieved at Auburn will further validate their approach and the likelihood of use as an additional diagnostic tool in the clinic.

"If we do 300 samples with a diagnostic accuracy of 90 percent, that's pretty hard to ignore, especially if it comes from Auburn, which has been doing canine training for 25 years," said Bodenner.

She Chose Natural Therapies for Thyroid Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 20:53:00 +0000

Thyroid Problems - Most Common Thyroid Problems, Symptoms & Treatment

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 14:52:00 +0000

Crowd Funding For Obesity After Thyroid Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Mon, 15 Dec 2014 23:14:00 +0000

After being diagnosed almost twenty years ago, Ms. Edwards decided to perform a case study on obesity and autoimmune diseases, which sometimes develop after having major surgery to have the thyroid removed. Thyroid cancer survivor, DaVida Edwards, is fundraising to create awareness about thyroid issues and the health ailments associated with this type of illness.

As a result she started a fundraising campaign which will provide help to those with obesity and thyroid issues who want to get healthy and stay healthy. Starting with a small garden in her back yard she plans to expand her vegetable garden in order to supply much needed organic meals to families in the community who otherwise may not be able to afford them.

Since her diagnosis Ms. Edwards researched all healthy natural products that don’t include any harmful chemicals or hard to pronounce toxic ingredients. She plans to make those all natural products such as deodorant and shampoo, readily available to the public by launching a new website via this crowd funding campaign.

Visitors to the site will also have the opportunity to apply for grants to help with any obese or thyroid related health issues they may have, for instance, loosing a lot of weight after being obese leaves behind excessive skin that needs to be surgically removed. In the event this procedure is not covered under their medical insurance, people can go to the sitehelpwiththyroidissues.blogspot.com (just an example) to seek the assistance needed.

After the tragic incident with Mr. Eric Garner, city medical examiners concluded that Garner was killed by neck compression, along with "...the compression of his chest and prone positioning during physical restraint by police." However, contributing factors included bronchial asthma, heart disease, obesity, and hypertensive cardiovascular disease. Obesity is an epidemic.

When asked why she started this fundraiser her response was, “I’m a Philadelphian and studies have shown that Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, which is home to more than 1.5 million residents, is tackling obesity throughout the community. Approximately 67.9% of adults in the city and approximately 41% of youth aged 6-17 are overweight or obese. Additionally, nearly 70% of youth in North Philadelphia, the majority of whom are black or Hispanic, are overweight or obese, which is nearly double the obesity and overweight rate for youth in the United States. Fruit and vegetable consumption is a challenge for residents, with nearly 25% of youth and 30% of adults getting only one serving or less per day. Further, approximately 25% of youth do not get sustained physical activity even once a week.”

Upon being contacted by The Doctor Oz Show in regards her thyroid issues, Ms. Edwards decided to seek support among the medical community from doctors and dieticians who specialize in treating patients with thyroid issues, obesity, arthritis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, gum disease, sleep apnea, diabetes, autoimmune diseases, depression and eating disorders. These doctors would then become a part of her efforts to help others with obesity and thyroid issues to not only get healthy, but encourage them to stay healthy as well.

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health insurer, is taking aim at controlling costs of cancer treatment with a new pilot program that will provide a set sum for a patient's coverage. The program will focus initially on patients with head and neck cancers, although the company said it may eventually expand the pilot test to include other cancers and to start pilots with other large cancer centers in the

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Recent studies have also shown American patients and their insurers shelled out $37.2 billion for oncology treatments in 2013. Prices in the

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are higher than in Europe, where medications can cost as much as 38 percent lower.

Donate to this campaign and go with Ms. Edwards on her journey to visit Dr. Sircus in Brazil and find out how his all natural treatments work out as she creates a video documentary on her wellness quest showing what remedies she sought out to get healthy and which ones she avoided.

The fundraising goal is $100,000. As she performs her case study on obesity and thyroid cancer and how to possibly prevent or overcome any autoimmune diseases by teaching others what she did to overcome and/or avoid such ailments altogether. Once Ms. Edwards raises enough capital for the video budget she plans to start making journal style videos and documenting her journey.

Also, planned are annual seminars, "Healthy Lifestyle Seminars" to help others find products and services to cope with their medical issues. The website will also make these products and services readily available to consumers.

A portion of the proceeds from her ebooks sales, 90 Day Bible and The Fred Johnson Experience will also be donated to this fundraiser which is appropriately titled, “Help Me Fight Back To Help Others” and upon reaching the $100,000. milestone, 1,000 child safety kits will be donated to underprivileged families with cancer survivors.

For more information how to support, participate in the events, and/or make a donation to teach others, despite their income, how to live a healthier lifestyle visit:

https://www.youcaring.com/helpmefightbacktohelpothers

Here's the low-or should I say no-budget video...

HELP ME FIGHT BACK...TO HELP OTHERS FIGHT BACK

noreply@blogger.com (DaVida Edwards) — Mon, 15 Dec 2014 22:25:00 +0000

Hello All:

Welcome to my blog! For those of you who don't know me, my name is DaVida and I’m in the process of turning my health issues into a full-time position helping others. As a result of thyroid cancer my weight has blown way out of proportion. After having a total thyroidectomy at the age of 26, the autoimmune diseases started spiraling out of control. So far I’m rumbling with the side effects of taking medications, weight fluctuation, arthritis in my lower back and neck, eczema, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, gum disease (the dentist said I need a full oral tooth extraction), sleep apnea (I wake up at night coughing and gagging for breath -- sometimes I see my spirit leave my body), migraine headaches, on the verge of being diabetic, dry skin, hair and nails, and a follow-up has been requested for a "so-called" mass in my breast.

UNBELIEVABLE! Is this the part where I'm supposed to just roll over and die?

I can’t possibly be the only one who is suffering from these side effects of losing a thyroid. Surely, there are others who are dealing with the very same issues. People who need to know how to avoid these problems. People who need to know how to cope once they have been diagnosed. People who need to know what foods to avoid. People who need to know how to get back to living a healthy lifestyle. There was a time when I thought that meant eating your vegetables, but that’s not the case anymore (some vegetables cause an adverse reaction with prescribed medication causing weight gain). There are other people who need to know learn to control their metabolism despite having glandular problems.

Here’s how I’ve decided to fight back:

1. Start a new non-profit business where people with thyroid issues can apply for grants to get help with thyroid related issues (i.e. obese people can apply for a grant for a gym membership or to have excessive skin removed as a result of weight loss).

2. Start a new for-profit business that is specifically designed to help others who are dealing with these issues as well.

3. Hire staff (assistant, webmaster, marketing agent, videographer, personal trainer, editors, attorneys, grant writers, masseuse, stylist, computer technician, farmers, drivers, consultants, dieticians, etc.) and hold annual seminars promoting healthy products and services):

• Create 2 new websites (complete with a blogs and a forums)
• Create 2 new Youtube channels
• Create journal style videos of my struggles, which remedies worked, and what I did to overcome/avoid some of these ailments (i.e. diabetes, arthritis, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, etc.).

At the websites visitors will be able to:

• Obtain dietician consulting services specifically tailored for their medical history needs.
• Purchase tickets to attend our annual "Healthy Lifestyle Seminars" (the 1st seminar will be themed, “Thyroid Issues Annual Seminar” to be held Saturday, July 11, 2015)
• View/download recipes created for people who have thyroid issues (tell which foods helped and which foods helped with weight loss or caused weight gain)
• Ask questions & Give feedback
• Watch pertinent videos
• Checkout reviews of products I’ve used along my quest to regain my health
• Sponsor our cause or make donations
• Purchase natural products
• All natural deodorant
• All natural baby wipes
• All natural disinfectant wipes
• All natural body lotions
• All natural Shampoo & Conditioner
• Purchase Cookbooks & eBooks (specifically written for people with glandular issues)
• Become a member
• Join our mailing list
• Download apps
• Enter contest
• Share recipes
• Download free ebooks/video’s
• Download newsletter
• Download emagazine
• Apply for employment
• Become an intern
• Get consultation
• Apply for grants
• Share on social media
• Advertise
• Order additional Products & Services as the business grows

Website visitors will also be able to create “Getting Healthy Goals”
(for example here are a few of mines):

• Avoid diabetes
• Drop sleep apnea
• Heal dry skin hair and nails
• Lose weight (drop 160 lbs. join gym, eat organic, start juicing, hire a dietician that specializes in thyroid issues, etc.)
• Contact local county cooperative extension service to grow fruit and vegetable gardens
• Start co-op to set up distribution (to sell/give healthy organic vegetables to the community)
• Visit Dr. Sircus in Brazil for treatment (I read somewhere that there is a natural cure for cancer--it’s just not available in U.S.A. I’m going to find out!).
• Network with other farmers
• Create eMagazine
• Create newsletter
• Acquire office space furniture and supplies
• Donate a portion of the proceeds from ebook sales (The 90 Day Bible and The Fred Johnson Experience) to this crowd fundraiser.
• Donate 1,000 child safety kits to less fortunate families with cancer survivors

These are goals that would make me feel better both mentally and physically. By accomplishing my goals, I’m sure, I’ll be able to help countless others who are going through the same troubles.

I'm a 45 year old, single, unemployed General Contractor (believe it or not) slash Business Consultant. The photograph used in this fundraiser is over eight (8) years old. It was taken after having three thyroid surgeries, but I was happy and healthy. That’s the way I choose to remember myself. So, decided to use it as a tool for encouragement. I'll start making videos once this fundraiser reaches the video production budget milestone.

Thanks for dropping by, thank you for caring, thank you for giving, thank you for volunteering, thank you for your kind words of healing, and most of all thank you for your support. Upon reaching my goal, 1,000 child safety kits will be donated to various schools, churches, day care centers, and low-income single parents (click here for more information).

For more information visit:
https://www.youcaring.com/helpmefightbacktohelpothers

The best of well wishes,

DaVida Edwards