Subclinical hypothyroidism (SHT) has been reported to present in 4 to 20% of the adult population. Patients with this thyroid disorder typically present with a serum TSH that can range from 5 to 9 mU/L along with varying degrees of symptomatology including bradycardia, constipation, dry skin, hoarseness, fatigue and muscle cramps. In addition, untreated SHT may have significant health consequences as it increases the risk for coronary heart disease (dyslipidemia, endothelial vascular dysfunction) in adults. While there are a number of prescriptive treatment options including low doses of L-thyroxine or whole gland thyroid, both nutritional and herbal remedies are useful therapeutic adjuncts. The amino acid L-tyrosine, as found in ThyroVantage HT, is an important nutritional precursor for thyroxine (T4). Biochemically, L-tyrosine is iodinated from thyroglobulin to form 3,5 diiodotyrosine which in turn is oxidized to the hormone thyroxine (T4). Iodide is another important factor in thyroid function with the oral administration of 500 mcg per day resulting in a significant increase in TRH-stimulated serum TSH concentrations.
Features and Benefits:
- Z guggulsterone from Commiphora mukul stimulates thyroid function in vivo7
- Withania somnifera promotes T4 function in vivo8
- Added pantothenic acid to help support adrenal gland responsiveness9
- In vivo manganese supports the creation of triiodothyronine (T3)10
- Copper is linked to decreased plasma T3 concentrations in animals and humans11
- Suitable for vegetarians
Directions
Adults: 2–4 capsules per day, 1–2 capsules with breakfast and 1–2 capsules with lunch, or as directed by a health care practitioner.
Cautions: For adult use only. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are following a low protein diet. Consumption with alcohol, other drugs or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep out of reach of children. Do not take with warfarin.
Ingredient
Per serving (1vcap): L-Tyrosine 250mg; Ashwagandha Extract (Withania somnifera) (root) (1.5% Withanolides) 75mg; Guggul Extract (Commiphora mukul) (gum oleoresin) (2.5% Guggulsterone) 60mg d-Pantothenic Acid (Calcium d-Pantothenate) 50mg; Copper (Cupric Gluconate) 250mcg; Manganese (Citrate) 250mcg; Iodine (Potassium Iodide) 50mcg; Selenium (Selenomethionine) 25mcg.
Non-medicinal ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant).
Contains no artificial colours, preservatives, or sweeteners; no dairy, starch, sugar, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, salt, tree nuts, or GMOs. Suitable for vegetarians. Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken. For freshness, store in a cool, dry place.
