{"product_id":"cyto-matrix-thyroid-matrix-ba","title":"CYTO-MATRIX Thyroid Matrix BA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Matrix BA is a formula designed to support optimal thyroid function, aid cortisol regulation and optimize the HPA axis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow thyroid function in the form of overt or subclinical hypothyroidism has become one of the most prevalent health issues in the developed world today. While there are many contributing factors, some commonly identified risk factors include poor nutrition, excess stress and polypharmacy. \u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Matrix BA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a blend of nutrients designed to address all of these factors and to improve and optimize thyroid function.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-tyrosine\u003c\/strong\u003e is the amino acid building block for thyroid hormones. It is the same amino acid needed to produce cortisol, our anti-stress hormone, and neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine. Studies show that it is capable of improving cognition during times of stress driven by sleep deprivation, cold exposure, combat training and unpleasant background noise. Including L-tyrosine in \u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Matrix BA\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential for the dual care of both the thyroid and the adrenal glands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to minerals, \u003cstrong\u003eselenium\u003c\/strong\u003e is crucial for the proper conversion of the less active thyroid hormone, thyroxine (T4), into the metabolically active triiodothyronine (T3). Without selenium, the metabolically inactive reverse T3 (rT3) is created instead, putting our bodies into a disadvantageous metabolic state. \u003cstrong\u003eZinc, iodine, manganese and copper\u003c\/strong\u003e are also necessary for proper thyroid hormone production, while zinc is also particularly important for increasing thyroid receptor sensitivity. All of these minerals are found in highly bioavailable forms, fully chelated with glycine for optimal stability and absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegarding vitamins, \u003cstrong\u003evitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e is an interesting nutrient that appears to work synergistically with iodine to regulate thyroid health, while also directly improving thyroid hormone transport and receptors on target tissues. In animals, a \u003cstrong\u003evitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e deficiency leads to reduced thyroid hormone synthesis and thyroid hypertrophy as a result of decreased iodine uptake. In children with even a mild \u003cstrong\u003evitamin A \u003c\/strong\u003edeficiency, elevated TSH and the less active T4 hormone have been observed. Interestingly, in iodide-deficient children, supplementation with vitamin A led not only to improved iodide efficiency, but also to a reduced TSH and a lower risk of hypothyroidism. \u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B12\u003c\/strong\u003e is another vitamin that is important in select patients with thyroid concerns, commonly found to be deficient in up to 55% of patients with autoimmune thyroid disease, possibly as a result of concurrent low stomach acid, malabsorption or even autoimmune gastritis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we have herbal extracts such as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBacopa monnieri \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eand KSM-66® \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWithania somnifera\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that may positively impact the course of thyroid dysfunction. \u003cstrong\u003eBacopa\u003c\/strong\u003e is traditionally known for its ability to improve cognition and other areas of neurological function, but animal studies have suggested that it can significantly increase T4 concentrations. Moreover, \u003cstrong\u003ebacopa\u003c\/strong\u003e has been demonstrated to lower cortisol levels. Both poor cognition and imbalanced cortisol levels are associated with thyroid dysfunction. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWithania somnifera\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efrom KSM-66® is similarly most known for its adaptogenic properties and ability to improve performance during times of stress. However, ashwagandha is a unique adaptogenic herb in that it has a specific affinity for supporting thyroid function with various studies showing increased thyroid hormone secretion, increased concentrations of TSH and T4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectively, all of these ingredients in \u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Matrix BA\u003c\/strong\u003e support the health of the thyroid gland and thyroid hormones on multiple levels, allowing for a comprehensive and effective approach to a low functioning thyroid. \u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Matrix BA\u003c\/strong\u003e with Bacopa can be considered a more robust formula when compared to Thyroid Matrix as it contains the addition of vitamins A, B12, \u003cem\u003eBacopa monnieri \u003c\/em\u003eand a higher dosage of \u003cem\u003eWithania somnifera\u003c\/em\u003e with a greater percentage standardization of withanolides (5% and 1.5%, respectively).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CYTO-MATRIX","offers":[{"title":"60 Capsules","offer_id":53596352839991,"sku":"194953","price":34.53,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/1411\/4982\/files\/1731949531_871740001783-CM-ThyroidMatrixBA-60caps-RGB-193263-V2_352_420.png?v=1794402092","url":"https:\/\/goodhealthmartmilton.com\/products\/cyto-matrix-thyroid-matrix-ba","provider":"Good Health Mart Milton","version":"1.0","type":"link"}