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Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism) Treatment in Akron
16 holistic practitioners in Akron who can help with Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
16 Practitioners
2 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism)
Gabriel addresses Graves' as autoimmune condition requiring immune modulation and root cause treatment, not just thyroid suppression. Conventional offers: antithyroid drugs (temporary), radioactive iodine (permanent destruction), or surgery (removal)—all suppress/destroy thyroid without addressing a...
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IV Nutrient TherapyInfrared Sauna Therapy
Key Supplements
- L-Carnitine 2-4g/day (CRITICAL—blocks thyroid hormone action in peripheral tissues, reduces symptoms WITHOUT affecting thyroid function—proven effective), Selenium 200-400mcg (reduces thyroid antibodies, immune modulation), Vitamin D3 5000-10000 IU (immune regulation, most Graves' patients deficient), Omega-3 4g/day (anti-inflammatory, immune modulation), Magnesium 400-600mg (often depleted in hyperthyroidism, needed for hundreds of reactions), Calcium + Vitamin D (hyperthyroidism causes bone loss—protection), Bugleweed (Lycopus) 500mg 3x/day (traditional herb for hyperthyroidism—mild thyroid suppression), Lemon Balm (Melissa) 500mg 3x/day (blocks TSH receptor, reduces thyroid hormone), Motherwort (for heart symptoms—tachycardia, palpitations), L-Theanine 200mg 2-3x/day (calming, reduces anxiety from hyperthyroidism), Antioxidants (vitamin C, E, glutathione—oxidative stress high in hyperthyroidism), Probiotics 50-100B CFU (gut-immune axis), Curcumin 1g 2x/day (anti-inflammatory, immune modulation), Zinc 30-50mg
Key Lab Markers
- TSH (suppressed—usually <0.1 in Graves'), Free T3 and Free T4 (ELEVATED), Thyroid antibodies: TSH Receptor Antibodies (TRAb) or Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI)—DIAGNOSTIC for Graves' (positive in 90%), TPO and Thyroglobulin antibodies (may be elevated but not diagnostic), Radioactive iodine uptake scan (RAIU—diffusely increased uptake confirms Graves', vs nodular—toxic adenoma, vs thyroiditis—low uptake), Thyroid ultrasound (increased vascularity in Graves'), CBC (watch WBC if on methimazole—can cause agranulocytosis), Comprehensive metabolic panel (liver—affected by hyperthyroidism and medications), Calcium (bone loss from hyperthyroidism), Vitamin D, Selenium, Zinc, Magnesium, Comprehensive stool test (gut-autoimmune connection), Food sensitivity panel (gluten—molecular mimicry), EBV titers (viral trigger), Heavy metals, Bone density scan if prolonged hyperthyroidism (osteoporosis risk)
Practitioners in Akron for Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism)
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91GPS
Forum Health Akron
VerifiedDr. Tara Scott, MD·Dr. Tara Scott: MD, board-certified Integrative Medicine, NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner, Medical Director for Integrative Medicine at Summa Health
4.9(63)
Akron-Fairlawn, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 537-9122#2
91GPS
Forum Health Akron
VerifiedDr. Tara Scott, MD·Dr. Tara Scott: MD, board-certified Integrative Medicine, NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner, Medical Director for Integrative Medicine at Summa Health
4.9(0)
Akron-Fairlawn, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 537-9122#3
88GPS
Integrated Medicine of Ohio
Dr. Keith S. Ungar, DC·Dr. Keith S. Ungar: DC, serving Akron since 1986
4.8(71)
2780 S. Arlington Rd, Suite 202, Akron, OH 44312
integrative medicine
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(330) 644-5488#4
88GPS
Integrated Medicine of Ohio
Dr. Keith S. Ungar, DC·Dr. Keith S. Ungar: DC, serving Akron since 1986
4.8(0)
2780 S. Arlington Rd, Suite 202, Akron, OH 44312
integrative medicine
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(330) 644-5488#5
86GPS
Innovative Health & Longevity
VerifiedDr. Qadir·Dr. Qadir: 20+ years experience in integrative and functional medicine, IFM certified
4.8(33)
Akron, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 000-0000#6
86GPS
Innovative Health & Longevity
VerifiedDr. Qadir·Dr. Qadir: 20+ years experience in integrative and functional medicine, IFM certified
4.8(0)
Akron, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 000-0000#7
84GPS
ReLux Medical Spa
VerifiedDr. Monica Wilk, MD·Dr. Monica Wilk: MD, specializes in gut microbiome, hormone wellness, fertility; Team includes NPs Angie Perciak & Reannin Moles, all trained at IFM Cleveland Clinic
4.7(29)
Akron, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 000-0000#8
84GPS
Summa Health Integrative Medicine
Multiple Integrative Practitioners·Summa Health system integrative medicine team
4.5(48)
161 N. Forge St, Suite G114, Akron, OH 44304
integrative medicine
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(330) 375-7300#9
84GPS
ReLux Medical Spa
VerifiedDr. Monica Wilk, MD·Dr. Monica Wilk: MD, specializes in gut microbiome, hormone wellness, fertility; Team includes NPs Angie Perciak & Reannin Moles, all trained at IFM Cleveland Clinic
4.7(0)
Akron, OH
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(330) 000-0000#10
84GPS
Summa Health Integrative Medicine
Multiple Integrative Practitioners·Summa Health system integrative medicine team
4.5(0)
161 N. Forge St, Suite G114, Akron, OH 44304
integrative medicine
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(330) 375-7300#11
82GPS
Kaisk Chiropractic
Dr. Mike Kaisk, DC·Dr. Mike Kaisk: DC, holistic natural healthcare specialist
4.7(38)
820 Canton Rd, Akron, OH 44312
Chiropractic Care
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(330) 733-1203#12
82GPS
Kaisk Chiropractic
Dr. Mike Kaisk, DC·Dr. Mike Kaisk: DC, holistic natural healthcare specialist
4.7(0)
820 Canton Rd, Akron, OH 44312
Chiropractic Care
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(330) 733-1203#13
81GPS
Elevate Spine & Wellness Center
Dr. Tim Vierheller, DC·Dr. Tim Vierheller: DC, holistic chiropractor
4.8(45)
150 Springside Dr Ste B200, Akron, OH 44333
Chiropractic Care
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(330) 661-4499#14
81GPS
Elevate Spine & Wellness Center
Dr. Tim Vierheller, DC·Dr. Tim Vierheller: DC, holistic chiropractor
4.8(0)
150 Springside Dr Ste B200, Akron, OH 44333
Chiropractic Care
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(330) 661-4499