The story of life comes from the story of energy. Energy, in order to function properly, must be channeled well.
According to Aristotle, the definition of the situation of the chicken or the egg is “… that it is impossible to identify the starting point of a cause or of a circular consequence.” This also perfectly applies to the thyroid gland. The thyroid is one of the most misunderstood glands in the human body.
Sometimes as a transmitter, sometimes as a receiver of information, it is linked to several energy and hormonal functions in the human body, such as thermogenesis1 in your fat cells created by an increased metabolism. However, its primary function is, via the pituitary gland, the connection between the nervous system and the hormonal system.
The Cervical Vertebrae
Where the hen or the egg principle applies is in post urology. An often-underestimated feature of the thyroid gland is the correlation between the gland and our cervical vertebrae. This is called the somato-visceral reflex.
Yes, exactly! You can have hypothyroidism problems because you have neck problems. Likewise, you may have pain in your neck because you have hypothyroidism. Your C4 and C5 vertebrae are directly bio-electrically linked, via proximity, to your thyroid cartilages. You have problems with one, the other pays the price. It all works both ways;
This is a very interesting principle for therapists who sometimes have a hard time with the necks of their clients.
The nervous system and the thyroid
The thyroid gland has several functions. It emits hormones such as T4 (thyroxine), T3 (triiodothyronine) and rT3 (reverse triiodothyronine).
To transmit and receive information, the thyroid mainly uses nerve pathways. Many nerves are linked to thyroid function much more so than you might think. An optimal central nervous system is essential for the proper functioning and health of all the nerves in the body. This is why most dietary supplements targeting the thyroid contain Ashwagandha. It helps regulate the gland by stabilizing the central nervous system and certain neurotransmitters. The same goes for L-Tyrosine.
Image of nerves connected to the thyroid gland
It is for these reasons that most dietary supplement formulas targeting the thyroid use Ashagwanda. It helps regulate the gland by stabilizing the central nervous system and certain neurotransmitters. Ditto for L-Tyrosine.
Along with neurotransmitters, the thyroid T4 hormone also uses your polyunsaturated fats for transportation. This is why you should include zinc in your diet, as zinc is responsible for the absorption of fats by glands such as the thyroid. This also applies to reproductive glands. You can also add omega-3s to improve the process.
Conclusion
I hope you now understand that there are no “one size fits all” formulas or processes to reduce or improve your thyroid function. Listen to your body. Neck tension does not mean thyroid problems but can be an indicator that it is time to get your TSH checked by your doctor. When interpreting your results, ask the doctor to optimal thresholds into account, not normal ones, because you deserve to be optimal in every aspect of your life. In the meantime, BNI Advantage’s Thyroid Formula is an option to consider.
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Jeff Morin
Private Coach / Nutrition
Specialization in neurodegenerative disorders
1. Thermogenesis is the production of heat in the body.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2732716/
http://jaoa.org/article.aspx?articleid=2210638
