Book excerpt: This book will help you understand the thyroid and its role in your health while providing information that can make living with a thyroid problem much simpler. You'll also get information on common thyroid symptoms and the processes of getting diagnosed and treated. Without this knowledge, it can be easy to end up with the wrong treatment or an incorrect diagnosis. From there, you'll learn the best foods to eat for your thyroid disorder, as well as foods to avoid if you want to be able to control your weight and your metabolism. When combined with basic healthy lifestyle choices and a good tracking program, these techniques can help you take control of your life and overcome the havoc a thyroid problem can wreak on your system. If you're ready to stop feeling helpless in the face of your body's hormonal imbalance, this book is the perfect choice. It will give you the keys to a better, healthier life for many years to come.