Thyroid dysfunction and perimenopause share many of the same symptoms, including fatigue, brain fog, weight gain and sleep problems. In this episode, Francesca explains how the thyroid works, why women are more likely to develop thyroid issues in midlife, and how progesterone, stress and lifestyle factors all influence thyroid health during perimenopause.
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