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STICKING OUT OUR NECKSJuly 2005Thyroid News for People Who Want to Live Well"We're Patients...Not Lab Values!"From Patient Advocate J. ShomonAuthor of "Living Well With Hypothyroidism," "The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss," "Living Well With Autoimmune Disease," the "Thyroid Guide to Fertility, Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Success," "Living Well with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia," and coming soon, "Living Well With Graves' Disease & Hyperthyroidism" =====================================VIEW THIS NEWSLETTER ONLINE AS A WEB PAGE WITH CLICKABLE LINKS=====================================This newsletter is located online at: <a href="http://www.hormonehavoc.com/july2005.htm">http://www.hormonehavoc.com/july2005.htm</a>Back issues are online at:<a href="http://www.thyroid-info.com/news/index.htm">http://www.thyroid-info.com/news/index.htm</a> =====================================QUIZ: IS YOUR THYROID MAKING YOU FAT?=====================================Could your thyroid be making you gain weight, or sabotaging even the best efforts to lose weight? Take my quiz, and find out whether or not you may be one of the millions of people who are struggling with extra pounds, thanks to an undiagnosed, untreated, or undertreated thyroid condition.Take the Quiz Now!http://thyroid.about.com/library/quiz5/blthyroidquizi.htm=====================================FEELING FAT, FUZZY, OR FRAZZLED? AN INTERVIEW WITH DRS. RICHARD AND KARILEE SHAMES ON THEIR NEW BOOK=====================================More than 30 million people in the U.S. are facing a wide range of symptoms -- everything from weight gain, to fuzzy thinking and brain fog, to panic attacks and depression. So many practitioners and patients overlook the connections between these symptoms and the hormone-related metabolic problems underlying them. Now, Harvard-trained physician Shames, MD, and his wife and co-author, holistic health expert Karilee Shames, PhD, RN, have released their new book Feeling Fat, Fuzzy, or Frazzled? -- published this week by Hudson Street Press -- as a guide to restoring hormonal balance. I had an opportunity

read an advance review copy of the book, and now that the book is being published, I'm pleased to bring you this interview with the authors.http://thyroid.about.com/od/drsrichkarileeshames/a/feelingfffbook.htm=====================================FEELING FAT, FUZZY, OR FRAZZLED? MY BOOK REVIEW =====================================It's not always easy for thyroid patients -- and our practitioners -- to understand how interrelated our hormones can be, along with their critical impact on health. Specifically, when we have a thyroid condition, the relationship to adrenal problems and our reproductive system and hormones, is critical, but it's so rarely addressed. This makes Drs. and Karilee Shames' new book, "Feeling Fat, Fuzzy or Frazzled?" particularly useful.Using their unique "Endo-Type" categorization system, you

use questionnaires and self-tests to determine which glands -- your thyroid, adrenals or reproductive glands -- are causing your primary imbalance. Then, the book helps you restore balance, help rebalance the glands, and ensure that all three types of hormones -- the 3 legs of the "stool" metaphor that the Shames use in the book -- are all equal, and therefore able to support you without tipping over.The Shames recommend readers find a great practitioner and partner with him or her for your health care. And they dedicate an entire section of book to direct communications with practitioners -- letters you can copy and share with your practitioners or endocrinologists, and will hopefully help you get the care you need. Ideally, you'll find a great practitioner who can help you implement the program with the guidance of the Shames book. But if you need to follow a self-guided program, you will find the

resources and information -- including options on where to order your own tests, and what supplements and nutrients you may need -- to pursue a self-care program. And another helpful option is that you can contact Dr. Shames for a phone coaching session to help customize the program to meet your specific needs.Short-term and longer-term approaches are offered, which is especially useful when you are talking about hormones. You'll have things you can do right away, along with longer-term goals and objectives that will help you maintain improvements in your health. Concept Summaries and Action Summaries at the end of each chapter help you focus your efforts on those practical actions that can have the greatest impact on your health.Overall, Drs. and Karilee Shames have achieved the near impossible - a clear, comprehensive, practical and integrated roadmap to restore and rebalance our

hormones. I highly recommend the book!If you want to pick up a copy of Fat, Fuzzy, Frazzled? hit your local bookstores, or surf right now over to Amazon.com, where they're giving you a 34% discount off the book's list price of $24.95,. So you can save $8.48 and pay only $16.47 plus shipping per copy. Here's a link to the book on Amazon.http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/159463002X/scratcthenetwebs=====================================NEW APPROACH TO THYROID SURGERY REDUCES INCISION SIZE=====================================An incision about half the length used for traditional surgery works just as well in removing diseased thyroids, researchers have found. This minimally invasive approach is safe, likely speeds wound healing and has a superior cosmetic result, according to findings published in the June

issue of Laryngoscope.http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/181281.htm=====================================THYROID CANCER SURVIVORS NEED MORE FREQUENT BLOOD TESTING FOR RECURRENCE=====================================A blood test for thyroid cancer can detect persistent or recurrent disease even before doctors can find any trace of a tumor, according to a new study. The findings suggest that people treated for the disease should be examined regularly for early signs of recurrence.http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/180172.htm=====================================BIPOLAR DISORDER LINKED TO THYROID DISEASE=====================================New research findings presented at the Sixth International Conference on Bipolar Disorder have found an association between an abnormal thyroid condition and

bipolar disorder, pointing to the possibility that a simple blood test could help identify those at risk.http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/178260.htm=====================================LIVING WELL WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM: 2005 REVISED SECOND EDITION PUBLISHED=====================================If you haven't picked up a copy of the new, revised 2nd edition of 'Living Well With Hypothyroidism" you may be thinking it's the same book as the one published five years ago. But after 5 years, and 20 printings, it's really nearly a new book, with expanded coverage of the new TSH guidelines, alternative tests for thyroid disease, an expanded Risks/Symptoms Checklist, more information on supplements and herbs, details on current controversies such as iodine, seaweed, soy, coconut oil, fluoride, perchlorate exposure, environmental estrogens, mercury, potassium

iodide, and more. You'll find the book's table of contents, a list of key thyroid experts featured, reviews, introductions to both the 2000 and 2005 editions online, and other information online at:http://www.thyroid-info.com/book.htmOrder from Amazon Now http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0060740957/scratcthenetwebsOrder from Iherb Online at the $8 copy discount price http://store./cgi-bin/clink?iherb+jBx8gj+mbooks.htmlPhone Orders: Call Iherb.com toll-free at 888-792-0028=====================================HEART CONDITIONS LINKED TO HIDDEN THYROID PROBLEMS IN THE ELDERLY=====================================In a large study conducted in the UK, researchers found a strong connection

between atrial fibrillation and very mild, subclinical hyperthyroidism. The results of the Birmingham Elderly Thyroid Study (BETS) were presented at the British Endocrine Societies April 2005 meeting. The study, which looked at nearly 6000 people over 65 who had no history of thyroid problems, measured thyroid function, finding that 2.2% had some evidence of a mildly overactive thyroid condition, even though they had no symptoms. This situation is known as subclinical hyperthyroidism. Read more...http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/160536.htm=====================================10 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO PREVENT A THYROID CONDITION=====================================Did you know that there are some very easy-to-do things that may protect you and your family from developing a thyroid condition? With thyroid conditions on the rise, and more than 27 million

Americans affected, anything we can do to reduce the risk may be essential to health. Find out about these important things you can do to keep you and your family safe.http://thyroid.about.com/od/thyroidbasicsthyroid101/ss/preventthyroid.htm=====================================THE STARLING REVIEW: AN OVERVIEW OF KEY ISSUES RELATED TO THYROID HORMONE AND HEALTH=====================================The new "Starling Review: Thyroid Hormone in Health and Disease," published in the May 2005 Journal of Endocrinology, presents an excellent summary of the knowledge regarding the relationship between thyroid hormone and four key areas of health: * cardiovascular disease * osteoporosis * cancer * neurological problems.

The Starling Review touches on history of thyroid disease, and some interesting findings regarding linkages to cardiovascular problems -- especially atrial fibrillation. The issue of whether or not thyroid hormone replacement causes osteoporosis is also examined. New information on the linkage between thyroid disease and cancer risks is discussed. And, the impact of thyroid hormones on the neurological system, in particular, during pregnancy, is overviewed, and recommendations summarized.Click here to download a free 2-page PDF report on the Starling Review.http://www.thyroid-info.com/starling.pdf=====================================THYROID TOP DOCTORS UPDATED -- HUNDREDS OF DOCS ADDED=====================================The Thyroid Top Doctors Directory has just been updated this week. Hundreds of new doctors in states around the U.S.

and countries around the world have been added. If you're looking for a doctor in your area, it's time to revisit the Directory. Also, note that some have been removed from the list. Doctors are removed because they retire, move, die, request to be removed, or when I receive enough patient concerns to outweigh the recommendations. So you may want to check and see if your doctor is on the list, off the list, or if there's another doctor you might want to make your partner in wellness!! Visit the Thyroid Top Doctors Directory now!http://thyroid.about.com/cs/doctors/a/topdocs.htm=====================================THYROID CANCER OR HARMLESS LUMP? GENES MIGHT TELL THE TALE=====================================New research suggests that physicians can distinguish between a type of thyroid cancer and an identical-looking, non-cancerous thyroid

condition by simply determining the activity of three genes. The findings could lead to a test that will prevent the needless loss of the thyroid gland in people with the noncancerous condition.http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/174495.htm=====================================THYROID DIET STARTUP PACKAGE=====================================Jump into the Thyroid Diet program with various supplements I've discussed in the book that I take, and that have helped me and many others as part of a successful weight loss program. The "Thyroid Diet Startup Package" includes:* Evening Primrose Oil by Source Naturals, 1350 mg, 120 Softgels* Hoodia Slim by Paradise Herbs, 250 mg., 60 Vegie Caps.* Lean for Less Starter Package (Lean for Less Original-90 capsules, Lean for Less Carbo Regulator-60 capsules, Lean for Less Fat Regulator-60 capsules, Lean for

Less Water Regulator-60 capsules) * CLA Tonalin by Source Naturals, 1000 mg., 120 SoftgelsThe entire package costs only $80.00 at Iherb.com, a major savings from health food stores and other online sources. Order from Iherb.com nowhttp://store./cgi-bin/clink?iherb+jBx8gj+mstd.htmlIherb Phone orders: 1-888-792-0028 (1-626-358-5678) Also, check out my Good Metabolism/Thyroid Diet site for other weight loss products that can help. http://www.goodmetabolism.com/products.htm =====================================UNDERSTANDING THE ARMOUR THYROID RECALL OF SPRING 2005: WHAT PATIENTS NEED TO KNOW=====================================How much Armour Thyroid was actually involved in the Spring 2005 product recall? Are you likely to have any of the recalled Armour

Thyroid? What else should patients know about the recall? I've had an opportunity to talk with company spokespeople, and recap the news regarding the Armour recall, what the news means for you if you take this thyroid drug, and what you can do. http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/171988.htm=====================================STICKING OUT OUR NECKS: PRINT EDITION=====================================The May/June issue of the print edition of Sticking Out Our Necks has just been published. If you were a subscriber, you would have this 12-page information-packed issue, which features stories that include:* The Starling Review: An Overview of Key Issues Related to Thyroid Hormone and Health* Thyroid Hormones and the Neurological System* Slight Fluctuations in TSH: Can They Affect Weight? * Levothyroxine and Solitary

Nodules* Weight Gain During Treatment for Hyperthyroidism* Surgical Treatment for Multinodular Goiter* Thyroid, Heart Failure Connection * Thyroid Disease & Pregnancy News Roundup* The Armour Thyroid Recall of Spring 2005* PTU and Questran for Hyperthyroidism* Cranberry Juice and Viruses * The Thyroid-Urticaria/Hives ConnectionIf you want to get these stories, you'll need to subscribe to the print edition, (annual subscription $25 US/$35 non-US, with discounts for online ordering). To subscribe by mail, fax, phone or online, go to http://www.thyroid-info.com/subscribe.htm for information and specifics.=====================================SEARCH MY THYROID SITES=====================================Wondering if I've already written an article about a topic of interest? Pop over to my

search page, and see what I have, at both the thyroid.about.com and thyroid-info sites.http://www.thyroid-info.com/search.htm=====================================THYROID-DAMAGING FLAME RETARDANT EXPOSURE LINKED TO HOUSE DUST=====================================Common house dust may be an important source of a potentially dangerous class of chemicals called polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), according to an exploratory study by researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Recent studies by others have found that PBDEs have been accumulating in human blood, fat tissue and breast milk. http://thyroid.about.com/b/a/144120.htm=====================================TRYING TO LOSE

WEIGHT?=====================================If you want the latest weight loss news for thyroid patients, sign up for "A Weight Off My Mind" email newsletter. Just send an email to diet@... with "Subscribe" in the subject, and I'll get you on the list. Or drop by my Thyroid Diet site, http://www.goodmetabolism.com=====================================SUMMER 2005 BOOK SALE: ALL MARY SHOMON'S BOOKS $8 AT IHERB=====================================Iherb.com continues its absolutely wonderful price on copies of any of my books, including "Living Well With Hypothyroidism" (the LATEST edition!), NY Times bestseller "The Thyroid Diet," (in its 9th printing and JUST nominated for a prestigious Quills Award), "Living Well With Autoimmune Disease (also in its 9th printing!), and "Living Well With Chronic

Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia." At this price, you can afford copies for your sister, your best friend, and your coworker... and of course, your doctors!! Only $8.00, plus shipping, from Iherb.com! Order online:http://store./cgi-bin/clink?iherb+jBx8gj+mbooks.htmlPhone Orders, Call Iherb.com toll-free at 888-792-0028=====================================NOTES FROM MARY=====================================What can you do when you wake up in the morning, look at the world, and say: I've got to do something? How can I make a difference? I found out, after hosting British actress and television personality -- and a dear friend -- Isabel Losada here in the U.S. during her tour to promote her newest book, A Beginner's Guide to Changing the World: A True Life Adventure Story. The release of Isabel's book celebrates

the 70th birthday of the Dalai Lama, whose teachings inspired Losada's quest.One of Isabel's guiding principles is "Think globally, act joyfully!" And if you met her, you'd know that this is truly how she lives, works, AND writes. The book fulfills this mission, serving as a jumping off point for anyone who wonders how to make a difference, or have an impact in today's world.Isabel, who sometimes describes herself as a bit "Bridget Meets !" was shocked by the lack of international publicity for the plight of Tibet,. She ended up founding a movement, became an international activist, and traveling through England, India, Nepal, and Tibet in her own exploration of Buddhism, Tibet-China relations, and the Dalai Lama's teachings. She's hilarious, moving, and never preachy as she goes from falling for a Tibetan Monk and having tea with the Chinese ambassador to a stunning PR coup in

Trafalgar Square (involving a parachute jump off 's Column). For the intrepid Isabel, the story ends with her meeting the Dalai Lama in person and asking, "What difference can one person make?" For the newly inspired readers, myself included, the quest to make a difference is just beginning.It's an amazing book, and I promise you, you will enjoy getting to know Isabel through this amazing book. Get it at your local bookstore, ask your library to carry it, or order a copy of Beginner's Guide to Changing the World now from Amazon, athttp://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/006078010X/scratcthenetwebsThink globally, act joyfully, and live well!====================================="Sticking Out Our Necks" email edition is published regularly by Shomon. Please invite your friends to subscribe! Send

them a copy with your recommendation. "Sticking Out Our Necks" is copyright 1997-2005 by Shomon. All rights reserved.Web: http://www.thyroid-info.com Email: news@...Regular mail: ShomonP.O. Box 565Kensington, MD 20895-0565Fax: 425-977-1175 =====================================Note: All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician or health practitioner before starting a new treatment program.__________________________________________________