FOUND: 2 - What They Never Told You

Endocrine disruptors: How hormone-disrupting chemicals in everyday products can affect your thyroid and health

Endocrine disruptors are compounds capable of altering the production, transport, metabolism, or action of hormones. They are found in various everyday products, such as plastic containers, the inner linings of cans, food packaging, some cosmetics, and synthetic fabrics, among others.

The Conversation · Aug 18

Is spraying perfume on your neck bad for your health?

A spray of perfume on the neck is a familiar final step before leaving the house. But a viral Instagram post by a cancer specialist has singled out the neck as an area “worth thinking about” because it lies close to the thyroid gland.

The Conversation · Aug 17

How Cortisol Dysregulation Quietly Wrecks Hormones and Sleep in Indian Women in Their 40s

The cortisol pattern that gets missed most oftenCortisol follows a curve. It peaks sharply in the first hour after waking, this is the cortisol awakening response, then drops steadily through the day, reaching its lowest point around midnight. In a woman whose stress system is functioning normally, this rhythm holds.…

Times Life · Aug 17

7 Everyday Symptoms Women Often Dismiss as ‘Just Getting Older’

Many women chalk up new aches, fatigue, or forgetfulness to getting older. While aging naturally brings changes, some symptoms deserve a closer look because they may point to treatable health conditions rather than age alone. Recognizing the difference can lead to earlier conversations with a healthcare professional and better long-term…

Budget and the Bees · Aug 10

Why Rheumatoid Arthritis Hits Indian Women Three Times More Often Than Men, And What Drives It

The Numbers Behind the GapRheumatoid arthritis affects roughly 0.5 to 1 percent of India's adult population, but that burden is not distributed evenly. Women account for nearly 75 percent of all RA cases globally, and data from the Indian Rheumatology Association places the female-to-male ratio in India at close to…

Times Life · Aug 6

Levothyroxine: Thyroid medication recalled across US due to low potency

Major Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling a number of Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets due to subpotency, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said. According to the government agency's Enforcement Report, the recall was initiated on July 13 and affects pills distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals and Cardinal Health. The recalled products…

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Levothyroxine Recall Explained: Why Subpotent Thyroid Tablets May Take Weeks to Cause Symptoms

A nationwide levothyroxine recall covers seven strengths of subpotent thyroid tablets. Here is what underdosing does and why symptoms build slowly.

Medical Daily · Jul 28

This CEO was bedridden 16 hours a day. She turned her own misdiagnosis into a self-funded, multimillion-dollar thyroid clinic

McCall McPherson established Modern Thyroid Clinic to help millions of women who go undertreated for thyroid conditions.

Fortune · Jul 28

Senior Dogs Need Different Nutrition and Care Than Most Indian Pet Owners Realise

What Happens Inside a Dog After SevenA dog's glomerular filtration rate, the speed at which the kidneys clear waste from the blood, begins measurable decline around age seven in medium and large breeds, and around nine in smaller ones. A 2019 study published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine…

Times Life · Jul 28

Before Taking Magnesium, Check These 5 Potential Drug Interactions

Magnesium supplements have become increasingly popular for supporting sleep, muscle function, and overall wellness. While they can be beneficial for many people, they are not risk-free when combined with certain medications. In some cases, magnesium can reduce how well a prescription drug is absorbed, making the treatment less effective. Understanding…

Budget and the Bees · Jul 26