How to Test For T2 Thyroid Hormone (Every Thyroid Patient Should Do This)
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Published 2023-12-04
For this reason, many thyroid patients have asked me how they can test their T2 level to determine if they would benefit from a T2 supplement.
And while commercially available tests are not available for T2 right now, we do have a way to estimate T2 status in the body with the use of proxy measurements.
These proxy measurements aren't perfect, but they do seem to be fairly accurate based on my experience.
Here are the measurements that I'm talking about:
1. Resting heart rate.
If T2 is low then your resting heart rate will be low (usually in the 50s to 60s range).
2. Metabolism.
Feel like your metabolism is sluggish? Low T2 could be to blame.
3. Cholesterol.
When T2 is low, cholesterol levels will rise.
4. T3 and T3 levels.
T2 is a byproduct of the metabolism of thyroid hormone. If your T4 and/or T3 levels are low then we can assume that T2 will probably also be low.
5. Thyroid symptoms.
Still have thyroid symptoms despite taking thyroid medication? This is probably the most obvious sign that you need more thyroid hormone.
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All Comments (21)
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I listen to u non-stop. I love to learn. THANK YOU!
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I have your Hypothroid Bundle and have been taking it for 2 weeks. I love it and am just starting to feel better! When it comes time for bloodwork, when should I stop these supplements so it doesn’t falsify my lab work. I don’t want my doc taking away my NP thyroid. It takes the thyroid med plus the supplements to feel better.
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Hi Dr. Do you do consultations?
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Check the slide shown at 7:09. Shows a High HDL and a Low HDL for hypothyroid patients. I am sure you meant a High LDL and a Low HDL.
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I was told I needed more thyroid medication but it made me feel funny to side effects are horrible. So he tried me on Cytomel with Tirosint 75mcg was on 88mcg past tried 100mg couldn't handle either effect my hearing hey I read article ladies who have thyroid problems it effects right side hearing and men left,it does something to eyes to my mother's thyroid got up to 50 when she died hearing,eyes talking,,eating swallowing to. My goodness a mess it was my husband tsh 1,on Synthroid 125mcg thought I'd share this with you.Merry Christmas 🎄
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I purchased your T2. How far away from food, other thyroid meds, and other supplements must it be taken? Thank you for awesome videos and products!
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I am in South Africa and cannot get your supplements. What would you suggest I take?
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What if someone don’t have the gland thyroid anymore, can we use your T2 thyroid hormones Dr ?
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Where would I get this T2 hormone?
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From Allentown, Pennsylvania
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What is your opinion on Cytomel 5mg can it cause cramps and bleeding. My Tsh 16.3 I feel like I'm on drunk side . I tell everyone about you in South great information helps in many ways. Hope you got news for me.
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hello, i have congenital hypothyroidism (Female, 20 years old). I've been switched to tirosint after taking generic levothyroxine for 20 years. I'm scared it might affect me negatively. Do you think it is likely that it would mess up my metabolism?
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What about how taking T2 has been shown to lower tsh. The issue with that is a lot of people are already undermedicated and lower tsh could further this issue. I bought the T2 cream but now I am concerned the Dr. will lower my meds.
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What if your resting pulse is 88 would T2 increase heart rate?
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Does taking T2 suppress the pituitary ?
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I love your info but have to exit out because of your jerky video. Why do you edit it this way?? I have a vestibular issue and it messes with my head.
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what about calcitonin?
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My thyroid problems worsen (slows, throat feels tight/swollen, blue toes and fingers) when I try to incorporate more protein in my diet. I’m wondering if this is because my body is using the tyrosine in protein to make rT3? I have had high levels of rT3 in the past and so I take a NDT from standard process (Thytrophin PMG) that has been processed to remove most of the t4. I recently purchased your t4 to t3 conversion support and your t2. Should I stay away from high levels of protein until I have taken several weeks of those first?
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Where do exactly you live?. I wish you live where I live which’s in Alexandria Virginia My endocrinologist or my primary doctor knows how to treat my thyroid.
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My resting heart rate is 43. Is it bad?
