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Drugs & Foods to Avoid for Hypothyroidism

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Destiny Simmons

Hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid, is a condition that occurs when the thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormones. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped endocrine organ located at the base of your neck just below the larynx. It releases hormones that control metabolism.