Thyroid & Autoimmunity

The thyroid is responsible for controlling body functions such as cell metabolism, basal metabolic rate, heartbeat, growth and brain development via a complex hormonal regulatory circuit. The synthesis of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4, which are formed from the amino acid L-tyrosine and iodine, is crucial for this. The thyroid gland has the highest selenium content of all organs. Selenium is a cofactor of numerous enzymes and contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress.

Healthy skin and skin pigmentation are influenced by an optimal supply of nutrients, which are involved in maintaining normal skin (zinc, vitamin C), the formation of the pigment melanin (copper), cell division (vitamins D, B12, folate) or protecting skin cells from oxidative stress (vitamins C, E, zinc, selenium) and can thus contribute to an even complexion.