Update on the immunological mechanism of action behind phototherapy
Ferritin is one of the most common deficiencies I see in people with Hashimotos, and in addition to fatigue, ferritin deficiency can also contribute to shortness of breath, restless leg syndrome, hair loss, insomnia, strange food cravings, elevated levels of reverse T3, and mood swings
However, TBBPA increased whole body T3 levels in 5 dpf zebrafish larvae, but did not alter TH levels in the eyes 108 suggesting a general effect of this EDC 109
The real barrier is organizational, not technical
Research investigating whether modified lactococcus lactis bacteria can deliver BPC-157 to the GI system shows that the bacteria increases levels of the peptide dramatically in cell culture [13]
A powerful and normally abundant antioxidant, glutathione protects cells from oxidative stress a condition that ensues when free radicals overwhelm the bodys ability to regulate them