by Gary Pepper M.D. | May 20, 2014 | health insurance, Hypothyroidism
by Gary Pepper, M.D. Early in May 2014 a patient being treated with Armour Thyroid (desiccated thyroid) for hypothyroidism reported that her pharmacy service would not refill her prescription for Armour Thyroid because it was an “illegal” drug. We...
by Dr. G. Pepper | Jan 3, 2012 | diet, diet and weight loss, general health & nutrition, Hypothyroidism, metabolism, thyroid, weight gain, weight loss
Many members here at metabolism.com have shared their thoughts and experience on ways to stop smoking. There have been many who feel defeated because they can’t beat the weight gain that accompanies their efforts. SweetiePie has a clear message about how not to...
by Dr. G. Pepper | Dec 31, 2011 | cancer, general health & nutrition, health, hormones, metabolism, thyroid
Thyroid cancer is one of the most common cancers of young adults. Many of these cancers have no symptoms until a routine exam reveals a lump in the neck. This was the case with Patti who shares her upbeat experience with us. The good news about this type of cancer is...
by Dr. G. Pepper | Dec 23, 2011 | fitness, general health & nutrition, health, hormones, thyroid
Hello, Everyone I was diagnosed Hypothyroid 10 years ago, I have two sisters and several aunts with the same problem. I was prescribed synthroid and it was a Godsend for the first three years even though I was up and down, however I began to be more and more tired and...
by Dr. G. Pepper | Dec 3, 2011 | general health & nutrition, health, hormones, metabolism, thyroid, weight gain
Lovey posts this sad message to metabolism.com. Many of the members here have been through this type of paralyzing doubt and have found a way to get the help they need. So, if you have a minute to spare, in the spirit of the season, why not offer Lovey a message that...
