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The Thyroid Gland: Regulating Metabolism and Immunity

The function of the thyroid gland is to produce three important hormones, thyroxin (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin. T4 and T3 regulate metabolism in the body. Metabolism is the chemical activity that increases cell oxygenation, releases energy from food and uses energy and nutrients to create other substances, such as proteins. Whether you have hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or just wish to prevent thyroid issues in the future, here are some guidelines to follow: