Here are my top 21 facts about thyroid disease: There are over 100 signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism. More common symptoms of thyroid deficiency include a loss of the lateral 1/3 of the eyebrows, thinning hair, swelling, high cholesterol, weight gain, constipation, and depression. Your body needs an adequate supply of iron, iodine, selenium, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and magnesium to be able to make thyroid hormone. Our bodies rely on enzymes to convert thyroid T4 to its more active form of thyroid T3. These enzymes need nutrients to function properly. Thyroid functioning can be negatively affected by diet, especially a diet high in carbohydrates and low in protein. Stress, kidney, and liver … [Read more...] about Interesting Facts about Thyroid Disease