Re: CINDI/OK, need my head cleared...

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In a message dated 2/9/2005 9:48:03 AM Eastern Standard Time,

momofonly3@... writes:

> OK, first morning basal temperature is 97.6 Diona

>

and this is still hypo

cindi

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In a message dated 2/9/2005 12:47:16 PM Eastern Standard Time,

4optimallife@... writes:

> Does paranoia go with hypothyroidism?

>

actually yes...

cindi

[Guest guest]

OK, first morning basal temperature is 97.6 Diona

the first thing i would do is to check your basal temp in the morning. under

your arm for 10 minutes...and let us know what it is.

cindi

[Guest guest]

http://www.thyroid-info.com/articles/shames-basaltemp.htm

http://www.aboutchronicwellness.com/basal.htm

Two sites about basal temperatures and thyroid.

*Artistic Grooming * Hurricane, WV

Fat cat? Diabetes? Listowner for overweight or hypothyroid cats

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hypokitties/

[Guest guest]

OK. That's a start then!! Thanks so much for all your help!!

Diona

and this is still hypo

cindi

[Guest guest]

Hi Cindi

I find it interesting that you suggest that the basal temperature be taken under

the arm which I know Broda suggests. 97.6 under the arm is a normal

temperature as the axillary temp is 1/2 to 1 degree lower than oral.

Here is an except on temperature taking from a very complete site:

http://www.thyroidrevolution.com/solutions/taketemp.htm

Oral, rectal, or underarm use?

Extensive experience has proven that the traditional underarm or armpit

[axillary] use of thermometers for thyroid monitoring, gives readings that are

consistently too low and which encourage overdose of thyroid supplements.

Historically, Dr. Broda , used the underarm method. He was famous for

this. His primary focus was on basal temperature testing only. He was a

pioneer in discovering how basal body temperature related to thyroid problems

and many diseases. Because of his breakthrough discoveries, he became a hero to

the alternative medicine community, and developed a unique following that

continues to this day to promote the underarm method.

Many modern doctors and alternative health practitioners still make the

mistake of recommending underarm temperature taking. This is NOT recommended.

We recommend proper ORAL temperature taking only, and have found that when done

properly, ORAL temperatures are more accurate and consistent with thyroid

supplementation needs and dosage monitoring. We also recommend both basal and

daytime temperature taking, which are explained in our Taking Body Temperatures

section. Both basal and daytime temperatures are very important.

Besides being more accurate, ORAL temperature taking is easier to perform

during a person's usual daytime routine, in the office or workplace, etc.

I find the Thyroid Revolution a good site. Does anyone have comments on

this site?

Kallie

Re: CINDI/OK, need my head cleared...

OK, first morning basal temperature is 97.6 Diona

the first thing i would do is to check your basal temp in the morning.

under

your arm for 10 minutes...and let us know what it is.

cindi

[Guest guest]

I have read much info on the Thyroid Revolutions website and I think it is great

information. Like all written on any subject it is still that author's

opinion, except where backed by testing, but I feel this is one of the better

websites for facts about this disease.

*Artistic Grooming * Hurricane, WV

Fat cat? Diabetes? Listowner for overweight or hypothyroid cats

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hypokitties/

[Guest guest]

I agree with that a lot of the info on the Thyroid Revolution site is

good although I still don't agree with what they say about taking temperature.

I have two mercury thermometers and have used them both at the same time, one

under the arm, one in the mouth. The difference is half a degree higher taken

in the mouth.

I also don't like the fact that they don't reveal who they are or what

qualifications they hold, to me that is just the same as taking advice from this

group except that we all know each other here and we can offer advice through

our own experiences.

Lynda (in the UK)

Re: CINDI/OK, need my head cleared...

I have read much info on the Thyroid Revolutions website and I think it is

great information. Like all written on any subject it is still that author's

opinion, except where backed by testing, but I feel this is one of the better

websites for facts about this disease.

[Guest guest]

I agree with you Lynda regarding the lack of disclosure of the authors. I am

making a guess that the website is paid for by some of the sellers of the

products recommended with one being Tropical Traditions. I am guessing that

some of the information is provided by Dr. Peat and Sally Fallon of the Price

Pottinger Foundation as they are connected in some way to Tropical Traditions.

I have sent a couple of emails asking for the author's names with no answer.

I wonder why the authors and the people who pay for the website cannot disclose

their names. Seems funny to me. What are they afraid of. Except that they do

recommend certain products as being the best. Tropical Traditions is not the

only good provider of good coconut oil which is what makes me suspicious they

may have something to do with it. Does paranoia go with hypothyroidism?

Kallie

Re: CINDI/OK, need my head cleared...

I agree with that a lot of the info on the Thyroid Revolution site is

good although I still don't agree with what they say about taking temperature.

I have two mercury thermometers and have used them both at the same time, one

under the arm, one in the mouth. The difference is half a degree higher taken

in the mouth.

I also don't like the fact that they don't reveal who they are or what

qualifications they hold, to me that is just the same as taking advice from this

group except that we all know each other here and we can offer advice through

our own experiences.

Lynda (in the UK)

[Guest guest]

Kallie,

your last sentence gave me the laugh of the day and being on my own I appreciate

it

Lynda

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From: kallie miller

Does paranoia go with hypothyroidism?

Kallie