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Hormonal Issues, including Thyroid Issues + Endocrine System Health & Hormonal Balance — for Yoga Therapists, Yoga Teachers, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers

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Lesson Overview

In this lesson, we introduce hormonal issues and conditions, and considerations for endocrine health.

Objective

Be familiar with hormonal issues and conditions (including thyroid issues), factors that impact endocrine health and what supports it, including lifestyle factors and yoga.

Description

List symptoms of endocrine issues, plus conditions that are associated with or caused by endocrine issues, including thyroid disorders and diabetes. Discuss factors that can affect endocrine health generally, and thyroid functioning particularly. Discuss specific toxins that cause hormonal dysfunction, including glyphosate, beta-blocking drugs, fluoride and endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). List yoga practices that support hormonal regulation. Explain other factors that are key to cultivating endocrine system health including lifestyle factors such as adaptogens, nutrients and sunlight.

Vocabulary

hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism

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