Hypothyroidism is more common in women. The balance of estrogen and progesterone can have a big influence on the thyroid glands. This is one of the biggest problems when women approach menopause.

Women on synthetic estrogen therapy are particularly susceptible to decreased thyroid function. Also, the effects of stress and the balance of stress hormones are important factors in thyroid function.

Have your doctor check your TSH levels, as well as your hormone levels.

There are naturals products that you can try that may help alleviate the aforementioned condition, e.g., Natural Factors’ Menosense and Natural Factors’ Thyroid Health Formula.