ENERGIZE RXS (THYROID SUPPORT) PRODUCT OVERVIEW
WHAT IS ENERGIZE RXS? Energize RxS is a complex, carefully constructed product with 30 homeopathic ingredients that support patients with thyroid dysfunction. It can be used alone to optimize and support thyroid function; it works together with prescription medications or natural remedies to support hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism protocols. WHAT IS THYROID DYSFUNCTION? The butterfly-­‐shaped thyroid gland sits on either side of the neck just above the collarbone. The hormones it releases regulate metabolic function and affect many body systems. Thyroid dysfunction can be one of two types: Hypothyroidism (not enough thyroid hormone) or hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone). About 12 million people in the US (6% of the population) have thyroid dysfunction. It is estimated that 9.6 million have hypothyroidism and 2.6 million have hyperthyroidism. As the population ages, thyroid dysfunction increases. 1 Most people with thyroid dysfunction have hypothyroidism. One cause of hypothyroidism is removal of the thyroid gland, often due to thyroid cancer. As thyroid cancer rates increase,2 many more people have their thyroid gland removed, thus increasing the number of people who must take thyroid replacement medications. Even when the thyroid is not completely removed, damage to it from radiation or chemotherapy may cause hypothyroidism. In addition to thyroid gland removal or damage, there are many other possible causes of hypothyroidism: • Autoimmune disorders • Genetic susceptibility • Radiation/environmental toxicity (in medical procedures and environmentally) • Fluoride and other chemicals • Synthetic and genetically engineered hormones (birth control pills, hormones in animal proteins) Not as many people suffer from hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. However, the carefully constructed formula for Energize RxS helps to regulate either type of thyroid dysfunction. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HYPOTHYROIDISM? The symptoms of hypothyroidism usually develop slowly over a long period of time (unless the thyroid is surgically removed or otherwise damaged; then symptoms are immediate). They are often misdiagnosed www.desbio.com 469 Parkland Drive • Sandy, UT 84070 ph 801-­‐563-­‐7448 • fax 801-­‐563-­‐7455 Energize RxS: Homeopathic Facts Dose: 10 drops under the tongue, three times daily Doses Per Container: Approximately 90 Thyroidinum ................................... 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C Triiodothyronine ............................. 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C Pulsatilla ............................................................................................ 12X Mutabile Bach .................................................................................... 30C Fucus Vesiculoisis ................................................................................ 6X Viscum Album ...................................................................................... 3X Cochicum Autumnale .......................................................................... 6X Tyramine ......................................... 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C Galium Aparine .................................................................................... 6X Mercuius .......................................................................... 60X 100X 200X Gaertner Bach .................................................................................... 30C Conium Maculatum ............................................................................. 6X Calcarea Fluorica ............................................................................... 12X Phenyl Isothiocyanate .................... 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C Iodium .............................................................................. 3X 6X 12X 30X Cortisone Aceticum ........................................................................... 30X DHEA ............................................... 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C Funiculus Umbilicus Suis ........................................................ 8X 12X 30X Medulla Ossis Suis ................................................................. 8X 12X 30X Spleen Suis ............................................................................. 8X 12X 30X Thymus Suis ........................................................................... 8X 12X 30X Pineal Gland Suis ................................................................... 8X 12X 30X ATP ....................................................................................................... 7X Fumaricum Acidum .............................................................................. 7X Malic Acidum ....................................................................................... 7X Sarcolactic Acid .................................................................................... 3X Spongia Tosta .................................................................................... 12X Hepar Suis .............................................................................. 8X 12X 30X Natrum Oxalaceticum .......................................................................... 6X Viscum Album ...................................................................................... 3X or missed because they are seemingly unrelated or may be attributed to aging. They are as follows: • Fatigue, feeling “sluggish” • Increased sensitivity to cold • Constipation • Pale, dry skin • Hoarse voice • Elevated blood cholesterol level • Unexplained weight gain • Muscle and joint aches, tenderness, and stiffness • Heavier than normal menstrual periods • Brittle fingernails and hair • Depression WHO IS LIKELY TO HAVE THYROID DYSFUNCTION? Thyroid dysfunction, particularly hypothyroidism, occurs most often in people who have the following conditions: • Female • Over 50 • Received radiation to neck or upper chest • Hormone upheaval (pregnancy, menopause) • Thyroid removal or damage from chemotherapy or radiation • Autoimmune disorder or close relative with autoimmune disorder Lupus, an autoimmune disorder, seems to be related to thyroid dysfunction. About 6% of those with lupus have hypothyroidism, and about 2% have hyperthyroidism. 3 Those who have family members with thyroid dysfunction have a slightly increased risk of developing it. There is also a strong possibility of developing thyroid dysfunction if a family member has any kind of autoimmune disorder. 4 If other family members have thyroid dysfunction or autoimmune disorders, one should consider using Energize RxS. IS THYROID DYSFUNCTION AN AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER? Many scientists and researchers think so. Many people with thyroid dysfunction have Hashimoto’s disease, a type of hypothyroidism where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. Others have Graves’ disease, a type of autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism. People with both of these diseases and any other thyroid dysfunction can benefit by optimizing immune system function and balancing thyroid hormone output with Energize RxS. WHAT OTHER KINDS OF THYROID PROBLEMS HAPPEN? In addition to autoimmune disorders that cause thyroid problems, there are other ways that the thyroid or body can malfunction, resulting in not enough thyroid hormone being available for use by the body. For example, the thyroid gland produces a hormone called T4, which the body must convert into another hormone called T3 to be used. Sometimes the body is unable to convert T4 into T3. In other cases, the body creates too much of another unusable hormone called reverse T3, or the pituitary gland may be unable to produce enough thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), causing secondary hypothyroidism. The adrenal gland must also be functioning properly for enough thyroid hormone to be produced and utilized by the body. Energize RxS contains ingredients that support all these types of thyroid dysfunction. HOW IS THYROID DYSFUNCTION DIAGNOSED? Many blood tests are available to test thyroid hormone levels, such as T4, T3, TSH, reverse T3, and thyroid www.desbio.com 469 Parkland Drive • Sandy, UT 84070 ph 801-­‐563-­‐7448 • fax 801-­‐563-­‐7455 antibodies. However, there are no tests available for T2 and T1. These lab tests only get a snapshot of what is happening in the body at that particular point in time. Thyroid hormone levels fluctuate constantly throughout the day and throughout the month for women. To get a better picture of thyroid function, practitioners can use a combination of a physical exam, including monitoring body temperature, and carefully noting symptoms. 5 Another problem with laboratory testing is that “normal” thyroid hormone values may not be the optimal values for everyone. For example, in 2002, normal TSH standards were established as 0.5 – 5 mIU/L. However, many endocrinologists have found that 0.3 – 2.5 mIU/L is more indicative of healthy thyroid function. Even outside these levels, many patients experience thyroid problems, or subclinical hypothyroidism. This means that many more people than are currently diagnosed are suffering from thyroid dysfunction. WHAT KINDS OF MEDICATIONS DO PEOPLE WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM TAKE? Thyroid medications contain thyroid hormones to replace the hormones that are not being created or used by the body. Most medications only replace T4, which the body must then convert to T3. Synthetic medications may be more difficult for the body to convert to T3, while natural remedies seem to convert more easily. Synthroid, a generic synthetic thyroid hormone replacement, was the 4th most prescribed drug in 2010, with 70.5 million prescriptions written. 6 The types of medications or remedies that people with hypothyroidism take to support thyroid function are as follows: • Prescription medications containing levothyroxine (T4), such as Levothroid, Levoxyl, or Synthroid • Prescription medications containing liotrix (T3 and T4), such as Euthroid, Thyrolar, or Westhroid • Prescription medications containing liothyronine (T3), such as Cytomel • Medications containing dessicated thyroid such as Armour, NaturThroid • Nutritional, botanical, and glandular remedies such as those containing iodine, selenium, l-­‐tyrosine, or raw tissue extract of endocrine glands. Energize RxS can help the body respond better to natural interventions and prescription medications. Its combination of homeopathic ingredients regulates and optimizes these substances. WHAT PROBLEMS OR SIDE EFFECTS OCCUR WITH PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS? Patients may experience a variety of difficult side effects when taking thyroid prescription medication. Some of these side effects include the following: • Heart palpitations, chest pain, increased risk of heart attack • Nervousness, tremor • Insomnia • Diarrhea • Osteoporosis7 HOW DOES ENERGIZE RXS SUPPORT PATIENTS TAKING THESE MEDICATIONS? REINFORCE Energize RxS reinforces all types of prescription thyroid medication or natural remedies because it works to regulate and normalize thyroid production Includes ingredients to replace and optimize thyroid hormone production • Thyroidinum (T4) • Triiodothyronine (T3) REDUCE Energize RxS includes ingredients to reduce the side effects of prescription medications: Includes ingredients to reduce side effects such as heart palpitations, chest pain, and increased risk of heart attack • Pulsatilla: Regulates heartbeat • Mutabile Bach: Supports pulsatilla • Fucus Vesiculoisis: Supports anticoagulation • Viscum Album: Helps regulate blood pressure • Cochicum Autumnale: Relieves palpitations • Tyramine: Regulates blood pressure Includes ingredients to relieve nervousness and tremor • Galium Aparine: Soothes and relaxes Includes ingredients to relieve insomnia • Mercurius: Classic homeopathic for sleep • Gaertner Bach: Calms overactive brain Includes ingredients to relieve diarrhea • Conium Maculatum: Anti-­‐spasmodic Includes ingredients to reduce risk of osteoporosis • Calcarea fluorica: Calcium fluoride to optimize the body’s use of calcium • Phenyl isothiocyanate: Aids in amino acid production www.desbio.com 469 Parkland Drive • Sandy, UT 84070 ph 801-­‐563-­‐7448 • fax 801-­‐563-­‐7455 RELIEVE Energize RxS includes homeopathic ingredients traditionally used to relieve the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction: Contains ingredients to support and regulate thyroid and other hormones • Thyroidinum (T4) • Triiodothyronine (T3) • Iodium • Cortisone Aceticum • DHEA REGULATE Energize RxS ingredients regulate core body systems, such as the endocrine system. Its unique formulation may help with allergies and other food interactions that interfere with thyroid hormone absorption. Includes ingredients to regulate the endocrine system • Funiculus Umbilicus Suis • Medulla Ossis Suis • Spleen Suis • Thymus Suis • Pineal Gland Suis • Spongia Tosta Includes ingredients to support heart function • ATP • Fumaricum Acidum • Alpha Ketoglutaric Acidum • Malic Acidum • Sarcolactic Acid Includes ingredients to support gastrointestinal system • Hepar Suis Includes ingredients to help regulate temperature • Natrum Oxalaceticum • Viscum Album WHAT ABOUT PEOPLE WITH THYROID DYSFUNCTION WHO ARE USING NATURAL REMEDIES? Energize RxS can be used with natural remedies, nutritional interventions, or glandular support. Its formulation supports thyroid function and assists the body to optimize any type of thyroid hormone replacement or adjunct therapy. WHAT ABOUT PEOPLE WITH THYROID DYSFUNCTION WHO DON’T TAKE MEDICATIONS? Energize RxS can be used with or without medications to relieve symptoms of thyroid dysfunction and regulate and normalize the endocrine system, even in patients with subclinical hypothyroidism. WHAT IS A SUGGESTED PROTOCOL FOR PATIENTS TAKING HYPOTHYROID MEDICATIONS OR PATIENTS WHO HAVE SYMPTOMS OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION? Start patient on DesBio Detox program (critical to provide immune system support, regulate endocrine function, and provide bone support to patients at increased risk for osteoporosis) • Cerebromax, SpinalMax, and Matrix Support: Add 30 drops of each to a liter bottle of water. Drink at least two liter bottles every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. • Detox I, Detox II, and Detox III: Add 30 drops of each to a liter bottle of water. Drink at least two liter bottles every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Start patient on Energize RxS • 10 drops under the tongue, three times daily Determine need to treat any comorbidities, such as autoimmune disorders or environmental toxicity • Radiation Determine need for any nutritional glandulars • Hypothalamus (low TRH) • Pineal Gland • Pituitary Support (low TSH) Support bone system; patients who take thyroid medications are at increased risk for osteoporosis if they are female, over 50, or take medications at a high dose or for a long period of time • Calcium • Vitamin D • Vitamin K2 Add supplemental products to support other body systems or lingering side effects, if necessary • Endocrine system: Hormone Combination • Cardiovascular system: Heart/Small Intestine Meridian Opener, Heart/Fatigue • Depression: Elevate RxS • Skeletal system: Multi Mineral Plus, Calcium Magnesium Potassium • Insomnia: Perfect Sleep • Immune system: Immune Support FOR MORE INFORMATION: ABOUT ENERGIZE RXS: • Energize RxS PowerPoint presentation, http://desbio.com/assets/docs/energize-­‐rxs-­‐3c.pdf • Energize RxS Flyer, http://desbio.com/assets/docs/energize-­‐rxs-­‐flyer.pdf • Thyroid Dysfunction Clinical Support Algorithm, http://desbio.com/assets/docs/energize-­‐rxs-­‐cdsa.pdf ABOUT THYROID DYSFUNCTION: Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), Mayo Clinic, http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hypothyroidism/DS00353 Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), Mayo Clinic, http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hyperthyroidism/DS00344 Thyroid Disorders Overview, The Hormone Foundation, http://www.hormone.org/Thyroid/overview.cfm Understanding Thyroid Problems, WebMD, http://women.webmd.com/guide/understanding-­‐thyroid-­‐problems-­‐
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ABOUT THYROID FUNCTION AND AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS: • The Thyroid-­‐Lupus Relationship, Lupus Foundation, http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_research.aspx?articleid=2710&zoneid=3 ABOUT THYROID MEDICATIONS AND OSTEOPOROSIS: • Thyroid Disease, Osteoporosis, and Calcium, MedicineNet.com, http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=18637 1 Harvard Medical School, Thyroid Disease: Understanding hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism (2009). 2 Chen, A. Y., Jemal, A., Ward, E. Increasing incidence of differentiated thyroid cancer in the United States, 1988-­‐2005. Cancer 13 July 2009. 3 Prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in systemic lupus erythematosus, Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, Volume 15, Number 3, April 2009, pp. 117–119. www.desbio.com 469 Parkland Drive • Sandy, UT 84070 ph 801-­‐563-­‐7448 • fax 801-­‐563-­‐7455 4 Vaidya, B., Kendall-­‐Taylor, P., Pearce, S.H.S. The Genetics of Autoimmune Thyroid Disease, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (2002). Starr, Mark. Hypothyroidism Type 2: The Epidemic. New Voice Publications, updated 2011. WebMD Health News, The 10 Most Prescribed Drugs (2010). 7 Levothyroxine dose and risk of fractures in older adults: nested case-­‐control study, BMJ 2011; 342 doi: 10.1136/bmj.d2238 (Published 28 April 2011). 5
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