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Nutrient Deficiencies Many of the characteristic symptoms in Graves' disease are caused by nutrient deficiencies and imbalances. Correcting these imbalances can result in a reduction in symptoms both by correcting nutrient imbalances and helping modulate immune system function. Reducing dietary iodine and zinc is the first step. The increased metabolism in GD causes increased nutrient demands. The malabsorption of nutrients common in GD only adds to the problem. Increased sweating, urination, and frequent bowel movements also contribute to the problem. Hypokalemia (low blood potassium level) may also accompany hyperthyroidism, adding to muscle weakness. Patients with GD are typically deficient in vitamins C, E, B, D and A. They're also deficient in essential fatty acids and the minerals copper, calcium, potassium, manganese and magnesium. In Solved:The Riddle of Illness, Dr. Steven Langer writes that many hyperthyroid patients may be cured by correcting their Vitamins C and E deficiencies. These deficienies, he says, cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Foods For Thyroid Health Healing Hyperthyroidism Naturally at iThyroid Nurturing your Thyroid Fine Tuning your Immune System with Immunomodulators The Life Extension Foundation Dr. Ray Peat's Nutritional Advice Sugar's role in inducing chronic fatigue and other autoimmune disorders Immune System Health Nutrients for Hypothyroidism & Thyroid Health This site is for educational purposes only and is not intented as a substitute for medical treatment. This is a private site. Visitor information is not shared with any other groups or organizations. Copyright 2004, Elaine Moore.