DIM\Tumeric

[milkgoat]

Just started T3 about 2 weeks ago (already feeling much better). My question is do I need to wait a specific time between these medications? Taking the DIM along with Estadiol/Testosterone/Progesterone/DHEA troches due to full hysterectomy in 2007.

Thank you!

[Regenallotment Ambassador]

My understanding is T3 is less fussy than T4. We get a faster reaction from it and that reaction doesn’t last so long as T4.

With all meds you want maximum absorption to benefit or …. consistency in delivery (how and when taken) and other conditions (food not food, empty stomach, not etc) that then gives you consistent absorption.

E.g I take my T4/T3 at 6.15am and other meds after 8.15 some after 10.15 etc.

Does that help?

I think as long as you find a consistent pattern that delivers what you need and doesn’t give any nasty reactions you will be fine.

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[milkgoat in reply to Regenallotment]

Thanks!! I have been waiting around 1 hour or so. I appreciate your answer!

[Regenallotment Ambassador in reply to milkgoat]

sounds good, which came first the T3 or the HRT? (Meaning what were you already taking when you introduced the second one)?

Just wondering if you noticed any differences related to the addition of another treatment. (Positive and negative).

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[milkgoat in reply to Regenallotment]

I had half my thyroid removed in 1993 and was on levothyroid 125 untiI tried NDT in 2020. My complete hysterectomy was in 2007 and was on Estradiol until 2020. Did pellets but no difference in how I felt.In 2022, I changed to a non-traditional OB/GYN, who started me on the hormone Troches which are combo of estradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA and switched to Armour thyroid.

Long story short, still had hypo symptoms for almost a year. Increased dose to 180, but my T3 and T4 were low still.

Went to her because I had been gaining weight even with 30 minutes cardio, edema, and feeling sluggish. Started the T3 med 5 weeks ago and I, for first time in over 20 years feel normal!! So thankful!! I go back for labs next week and will post results. Thank you!

[Regenallotment Ambassador in reply to milkgoat]

I’ve just seen a reply from SeasideSusie to another thread where she says 4 hours ideally between thyroid hormones and HRT. As they affect absorption . That question was T4 related but I’ve tagged her for you will get an expert reply. 🌱

[milkgoat in reply to Regenallotment]

Thank you!!!!!

[SeasideSusie Remembering]

This is my reply on the other thread

healthunlocked.com/thyroidu...

Some people say T3 is not as fussy as Levo, personally I tend to treat them both the same rather than risk T3 not being absorbed properly.