Low levels of thyroid hormone are associated with symptoms of depression, fatigue, weight gain and pale dry skin. In this video we will discuss the thyroid gland and how dysfunction in this small butterfly shaped gland can cause so many issues.

With hypothyroidism your bodily organs are basically functioning in slow motion. It can cause weakness, fatigue, constipation, feeling cold, dry skin and hair, muscle cramps, slow heart rate, unexplained weight gain, confusion, altered memory, difficulty concentrating, loss of interest in activities normally enjoyed.

TSH released from the pituitary plays an important role in thyroid function and the production of T3 and T4.