How are weight management and endocrinlogy related?
The thryoid gland, which is part of the endocrine system, regulates metabolism. A slow thyroid can result in weight gain, tiredness, sluggishness, and depression, among other things. One possible cause of overweight, then could be an under-performing thyroid gland. An endocrinologist can test your blood thryoid levels to see if they're normal. If not, then medication regulates your body's thyroid level and can help with weight management. Of course, this only applies if you have an actual thyroid condition. |
