T2 thyroid hormone is a potent thyroid hormone and the only thyroid hormone available over the counter.

For this reason, many thyroid patients have asked me how they can test their T2 level to determine if they would benefit from a T2 supplement.

And while commercially available tests are not available for T2 right now, we do have a way to estimate T2 status in the body with the use of proxy measurements.

These proxy measurements aren’t perfect, but they do seem to be fairly accurate based on my experience.

Here are the measurements that I’m talking about:

1. Resting heart rate.

If T2 is low then your resting heart rate will be low (usually in the 50s to 60s range).

2. Metabolism.

Feel like your metabolism is sluggish? Low T2 could be to blame.

3. Cholesterol.

When T2 is low, cholesterol levels will rise.

4. T3 and T3 levels.

T2 is a byproduct of the metabolism of thyroid hormone. If your T4 and/or T3 levels are low then we can assume that T2 will probably also be low.

5. Thyroid symptoms.

Still have thyroid symptoms despite taking thyroid medication? This is probably the most obvious sign that you need more thyroid hormone.

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Disclaimer:

Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happened-to-my-medical-license/

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