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GSK launches shingles vaccine, Shingrix in India

Express Pharma

Adults above 50 years of age and those suffering from chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and kidney diseases are at an increased risk of developing shingles because of weakened immunity. The European Commission gave Shingrix approval for the prevention of shingles in adults 50 years of age or older in 2018.

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Why Balancing Blood Sugar is Vital for Hashimoto’s Health

The Thyroid Pharmacist

A review paper published in 2010 that discussed the relationship between thyroid dysfunction and metabolic disorders, highlighted the fact that patients with diabetes were up to three times more likely to develop a thyroid disorder. (7). Hypoglycemia is an early risk factor for developing diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes.

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Is Stevia Good or Bad for Hashimoto’s Disease?

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I knew he was right — sugar can contribute to a yeast overgrowth, lowered immunity, blood sugar issues, weight gain, diabetes, and a whole host of health problems (1-3) — but I was a sugar addict, and it was devastating to think that I would have to let go of this old friend and not have any sweetness in my life.

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The top 5 pharma M&A deals of 2020

pharmaphorum

The success of AbbVie’s Humira (adalimumab), which peaked at almost $20 billion in sales in 2018, demonstrates the potential of inflammatory diseases drugs to make mega-bucks. Principia also has a topical BTK inhibitor, PRN473, which is in phase 1 development for immune diseases that could benefit from local application to the skin.

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Top 9 Takeaways From 2232 People With Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Vitamin D supports the immune system by enhancing the pathogen-fighting effects of white blood cells, which are important parts of immune defense. Supplementing with vitamin D can especially help to improve mood and cognitive function during the winter months, as well as improve immune function. I recommend doses of 1.5

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Black Seed Oil and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I personally had a chance to use it myself twice in 2018, after the birth of my son. 6] It is also antimicrobial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory, and can modulate the immune system. It has also been found that the flavonoids in black seed oil can enhance gastric mucus and strengthen the gut’s immune defense. [17]

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NAC for Thyroid Antibody Reduction, Detoxification and Gut Health

The Thyroid Pharmacist

For example, if we cut our finger, the immune system rallies up its defenses and comes to the rescue. Studies connect chronic inflammation with many modern human diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes , and cancer. link] Updated January 22, 2018. Accessed May 8, 2018. [2] 2013;3:235-41. 2] Brent GA.