General Supplement Recommendations-HyperBook3rd Edition

The following represent many of the supplements I recommend to my patients.

Note: I’m always making changes with the supplements I recommend.

SUPPLEMENTS FOR HYPERTHYROID SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT:

Bugleweed (Think of this as an “antithyroid herb” which helps to inhibit the excess production of thyroid hormone. Take 2.5 mL 2x/day with a few ounces of water 15 to 20 minutes before meals:

https://www.standardprocess.com/Products/MediHerb/Bugleweed-12

Lemon Balm (has antithyroid activity and a calming effect): Take 30 drops before bed with a few ounces of water:

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/gaia-herbs-lemon-balm-herb.html

Motherwort (Think of this as a “natural beta blocker”, as it helps to manage the cardiac symptoms). Take 2.5 mL 2x/day with a few ounces of water 15 to 20 minutes before meals:

https://www.standardprocess.com/Products/MediHerb/Motherwort-12

L-Carnitine (this also helps to inhibit thyroid hormone). The research shows that taking between 2 and 4 grams per day can lower thyroid hormones, and it can also slow down the loss of muscle mass, which is common in hyperthyroidism.

SUPPLEMENTS FOR INFLAMMATION AND GUT SUPPORT:

Probiotics (2 options, as I recommend rotating them):

Option #1: SMT-Probio (Contains over 40 billion CFU and 18 well-researched strains): 1 capsule with lunch (please refrigerate upon receiving):

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/smt-probio.html

Option #2: ProbioMed 50 (contains 50 billion CFU of well-researched strains): 1 capsule with lunch (please refrigerate upon receiving):

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/probiomedtm-50.html

https://naturalendocrinesolutions.ehealthpro.com/products/probiomed-50-30-capsules

Prebiotics:

Now Foods, Certified Organic Inulin (a prebiotic): start with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon per day and gradually increase:

https://www.iherb.com/pr/Now-Foods-Certified-Organic-Inulin-Pure-Powder-8-oz-227-g/1100

Now Foods, Certified Organic, Acacia Fiber, Powder: start with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon daily and gradually increase:

https://www.iherb.com/pr/Now-Foods-Certified-Organic-Acacia-Fiber-Powder-12-oz-340-g/16278

Note: you can rotate the prebiotic inulin with the acacia fiber, taking each one every other day.

Digestive Enzymes:

Enzymes Plus: A blend of digestive enzymes that also includes betaine HCL and ox bile extract: 1 capsule at the beginning of each major meal:

https://savemythyroid.com/product/enzymes-plus/

Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

OmegaPure 820 (an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids): 1-2 softgels 2x/day (please refrigerate upon receiving):

https://www.wholescripts.com/OmegaPure-820-120-sg

Liquid Option:

Biomega-3 Liquid: 1 tsp once or twice per day:

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/biomega-3-liquidtm.html

Vegan Option:

Algae Omega: 2 softgels 2x/day:

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/algae-omega-60-soft-gels.html

Note: you’ll notice that algae oil doesn’t have as much EPA as fish oils, and so while I’m recommending 2 softgels twice per day, more might be required.

Gamma Linolenic Acid (helps to reduce inflammation): one softgel every other day:

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/gla-gamma-linolenic-acid-60-softgels.html

Gut Healing Supplement:

SMT-GI Restore: 2 tsp once or twice per day:

https://shop.savemythyroid.com/smt-gi-restore.html

Gut Healing Bundle:

https://savemythyroid.com/product/gut-healing-bundle/

SUPPLEMENTS FOR ADRENAL SUPPORT:

Adrenal Essence (supports the adrenals and HPA axis): 1 capsule 15 to 20 minutes before breakfast and/or lunch

https://www.wholescripts.com/Adrenal-Essence-60-C

Xymogen B Activ B Complex: 1 capsule 2x/day

https://www.wholescripts.com/B-Activ-90-C