What is the best way to choose between different NDTs?

[Amapola111]

Hi everyone. I am considering moving from Levo to NDTs but there are a few brands available and I am confused how to choose between them. Any advice?

Many thanks.

[SeasideSusie Remembering]

All you can do is try them and see what suits you. What suits one person may not suit another.

Many members have reported that NatureThroid is no longer as effective as it was and they are reporting return of symptoms.

[Amapola111 in reply to SeasideSusie]

Thank you. There are so many conflicting reviews and advice, I am very confused.

[SeasideSusie Remembering in reply to Amapola111]

If you're considering the Thai brands then there really are only 2 choices (as TR is said to be discontinued) and it's a case of trying them.

[Amapola111 in reply to SeasideSusie]

The Thai brands seem easier to support long term. I was attracted to TR reviews as it appears to be absorbing easier. I don't know what is the experience of others while they had it. I found a website where TR is currently on offer but who can tell if this is the same NDT with the same fillers. This seems to be the main problem with most brands - the change in the fillers.

[SeasideSusie Remembering in reply to Amapola111]

A member posted this a couple of weeks ago about TR, so even if you can source TR at the moment, you may not be able to continue with it.

[Amapola111 in reply to SeasideSusie]

Oh, well, this changes things. Thank you for the information.

[SeasideSusie Remembering in reply to Amapola111]

Sorry, the link didn't appear in my previous reply

healthunlocked.com/thyroidu......

"My European supplier of NDT confirms that TR has been cancelled."

[Amapola111 in reply to SeasideSusie]

Thanks.

[Hidden in reply to SeasideSusie]

I have been in touch with several suppliers of Thai NDT, both in Thailand and Europe, and they all confirm that TR has been discontinued but that they will continue to sell it as long as their stocks last. But once they run out people on it will have to find an alternative. So if you are considering Thai NDT, it would probably be best to try (one of) the other two brands - Thiroyd and Thyroid-S. They both have their fans. I have tried both and prefer Thyroid-S, but as others have pointed out: what suits one person may not suit another, so it's all about trial and error.

One good thing about Thai NDT is that it's extremely cost-effective compared to prescription NDT, and also available OTC. It also works just as well, IMHO.

Good luck!

[SeasideSusie Remembering in reply to Hidden]

Amapola111 This reply is meant for you ^^

[Amapola111 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you very much!

[leftbehind in reply to SeasideSusie]

I stopped NatureThroid because of symptoms returning. The lab never admitted to any change but too many people were having symptoms. I'm very happy with NP Thyroid, it is chewable and tastes good.

[leftbehind]

I take NP Thyroid which I found had the least amount of additives. So, my advice is to read the ingredients so you don't end up with a bunch of fillers.

[Amapola111 in reply to leftbehind]

thank you

[Popo91]

You will find some good advice on the "Thyrovanz users" group on Facebook. It is a NDT from NZ. Many are doing good with it.

[Amapola111 in reply to Popo91]

Thank you

[SilverAvocado]

I think you set yourself a difficult task if you try to find an active reason to choose between all the different options.

There may be a 'silly' reason, or just one priority you use to choose one. The important thing is just to settle on one. You'll find that there are some people doing great on any of the brands.

I take Nature-Throid, and the way I chose was that a website was recommended to me, only two NDT brands were available there, and I picked the cheaper of the two. I haven't had any reason to regret it, even though some others have had bad experiences. I haven't had any problems with the newer batch.

[Amapola111 in reply to SilverAvocado]

Thank you. this is useful.

[SilverAvocado in reply to Amapola111]

Thanks for letting me know Good luck for your start on NDT!

[Amapola111 in reply to SilverAvocado]

Thank you very much!

[GKeith]

If I may ask: Why are you wishing to switch from T4 to NDT? Have you tried anything else besides T4? What strength of T4 do you take? Have you ever taken any T3? NDT has T1, T2, T3, T4, and calcitonin in it. Have you considered anything else. What do your blood tests say? How do you feel? Whenever you introduce new meds to your body you will get a reaction; hopefully a good one but many people do not react to certain fillers or additives to thyroid meds. Peace be upon you.

[Amapola111 in reply to GKeith]

Thank you for your reply. Like many others I want to try NDT because the alternatives don't work. Thank you for your good wishes, same to you too.

[GKeith]

You're welcome. Good luck & peace go with you.

[Tinx71]

Curious to know how it´s going now Amapola111 ? Hope you´re well.

T

[Amapola111 in reply to Tinx71]

Thank you for your post and apologies for the very delayed reply. The move to NDT was the best choice and I have seen very many positive changes in my health. Saddly, my supplies are running low and I will have to start looking for alternatives as the NDT brand I was using is no longer available. Thank you for your interest to check on how I am doing.

Very best wishes.