Hypothyroidism sufferers feel like their body has slowed down.1 They experience symptoms like dry skin,
fatigue, weight gain, feeling cold, constipation, and depression.2
Hypothyroidism is a difficult to diagnose but treatable disease of the thyroid gland,3 which is located in
the front of the neck.2 The thyroid gland regulates many metabolic processes, including growth and
energy expenditure.4 When the thyroid is not producing enough hormones (underactive thyroid), people
can experience the hypothyroidism symptoms listed above as well as heavy or irregular periods, poor
appetite, trouble with memory, and brittle nails.2
Typically, these symptoms develop slowly and can be easily ignored or confused with aging.2 If you think
you are experiencing any of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, speak to your doctor about being tested.
