Digestion Compromised digestion can be an underlying factor, especially of autoimmune thyroid disease such as Hashimotos Thyroiditis, due to the association with increased intestinal permeability (Leaky Gut). 8 This is often mediated by gluten, 9 imbalanced gut bacteria, 10 and stress, 11 which drives autoimmunity, especially if an individual is genetically susceptible. 12 If food is also poorly digested, say from eating on the go, and moves through the gut too fast due to diarrhoea, nutrient absorption becomes harder
This is also an opportunity to address any concerns and understand the potential risks and benefits of the treatment
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But ultimately, experts emphasize, you cant pill-pop your way out of the practices known to support collagen production and youthful looks, like wearing sunscreen, not smoking, getting enough sleep and eating a whole-foods diet