Thyroid Support by Priority One – Thyroid Nutrition and Energy Metabolism Support
Thyroid Support capsules by Priority One combine iodine, B vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and guggul in a vegetarian formula for normal thyroid function. Unlike a thyroid glandular supplement, this 60-capsule product contains no thyroid tissue and supplies nutritional building blocks rather than glandular ingredients.
Each two-capsule serving provides 450mcg iodine, 250mg L-Tyrosine, and 250mg guggul standardized to 10% guggulsterones. The formula also includes riboflavin as riboflavin 5 sodium phosphate. These distinctions matter when comparing thyroid supplements: an iodine-containing botanical blend is not interchangeable with a glandular product, and iodine intake deserves individual review.
Key Thyroid Support Benefits
- Supports normal thyroid hormone production by providing iodine, the mineral incorporated into the hormones that help regulate everyday metabolism.
- Supports cellular energy metabolism with B vitamins that help the body use nutrients from food for normal cellular activity.
- Provides zinc for essential enzyme activity and cellular communication, complementing the formula's thyroid-focused nutrition with support for normal cellular function.
How Thyroid Support Works
Thyroid hormone synthesis depends on iodine and tyrosine residues within a protein called thyroglobulin. The thyroid incorporates iodine into those residues and releases hormones that help coordinate metabolism throughout the body. Supplying nutrients does not mean that more thyroid hormone is always desirable; matching iodine intake to individual needs is important.
The B vitamins contribute to energy metabolism, the processes that help cells use food-derived fuel. This is nutritional support, not a promise to raise thyroid levels or resolve unexplained fatigue. Guggul adds a botanical component, while the capsule itself is made with hypromellose rather than gelatin.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Iodine: Supplies an essential component of thyroid hormones. The thyroid takes up iodide and incorporates it into its hormone-building protein, supporting normal hormone production. This formula provides iodine as potassium iodide; more iodine is not automatically better for thyroid health.
- L-Tyrosine: An amino acid used to build proteins, including the protein framework from which thyroid hormones are formed. Within that framework, tyrosine residues combine with iodine during normal hormone synthesis. Its nutritional role does not make supplemental tyrosine a substitute for prescribed thyroid medication.
- Riboflavin: Vitamin B2 supplies the foundation for flavin coenzymes, helpers that allow enzymes to move energy through cells. These processes support normal cellular metabolism. The label identifies this formula's B2 source as riboflavin 5 sodium phosphate.
- Zinc: Supports enzyme activity, protein structure, and communication within cells. These are fundamental nutritional functions, not a signal to push thyroid activity higher. Zinc complements the iodine and amino acids in this multi-nutrient formula.
Thyroid Support Is Formulated For
- People seeking a vegetarian, glandular-free thyroid nutrition formula.
- Those whose practitioner has reviewed the fit of an iodine-containing supplement alongside their diet and current supplements.
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Recommendation: Take two (2) capsules daily or as directed by a physician.
Serving Size: Two (2) Vegetarian Capsules
Servings Per Container: 30
Thiamine HCL (vitamin B1) ... 30mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) (as riboflavin 5 sodium phosphate) ... 50mg
Niacin/Niacinamide (50/50) ... 52mg NE
Iodine (as potassium iodide) ... 450mcg
Magnesium (as magnesium aspartate oxide) ... 40mg
Zinc (as zinc picolinate chloride) ... 10mg
Manganese (as manganese citrate carbonate) ... 2mg
Potassium (as potassium aspartate chloride carbonate) ... 40mg
Guggul (gum)(Commiphora mukul) (10% guggulsterones) ... 250mg
L-Tyrosine ... 250mg
L-Aspartic Acid ... 200mg
**Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: rice flour, silicon dioxide, vegetarian capsule (hypromellose, purified water).
Does Not Contain: Contains no preservatives.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, store in a cool, dry place.
WARNING: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your physician before using this product — contains 450mcg iodine per serving. If you have a thyroid condition, are taking thyroid medications, or have iodine sensitivity, consult your healthcare provider before use. If you are taking blood thinners or any medications, consult your healthcare provider before use — Guggul may interact with certain medications.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thyroid Support
What are the benefits of Thyroid Support?
Thyroid Support provides nutritional support for normal thyroid hormone production and cellular energy metabolism. Its iodine supplies a component of thyroid hormones, while tyrosine is an amino acid used in their protein framework. B vitamins contribute to normal energy-related processes, and zinc supports essential cellular functions. The formula combines these nutrients with guggul in vegetarian capsules without thyroid glandular tissue. It is nutritional support, not a replacement for thyroid medication or individualized evaluation.
Who should take Thyroid Support?
Thyroid Support is an option for people seeking a vegetarian, glandular-free formula after reviewing whether supplemental iodine fits their needs. Each two-capsule serving provides 450mcg iodine, so consider other iodine-containing supplements when discussing it with your practitioner. People with a thyroid condition, iodine sensitivity, or thyroid medication use should consult their healthcare provider before use. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, blood thinner use, and other medication use also require the manufacturer's stated professional review before starting this formula.
Are there any side effects of taking Thyroid Support?
The label warns: Contains niacin, may cause “niacin flush” a temporary redness and tingling of the skin. If you are pregnant or breast feeding, consult your physician before using this product. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. The manufacturer also cautions that each serving contains 450mcg iodine. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you have a thyroid condition, take thyroid medications, or have iodine sensitivity. If you take blood thinners or any medications, consult your healthcare provider before use because guggul may interact with certain medications. Review these cautions before adding this iodine-containing botanical formula to your routine.
How does Thyroid Support support overall health?
Normal thyroid hormones help coordinate how the body uses energy. Thyroid Support supplies iodine and tyrosine, nutrients involved in the body's hormone-building processes, alongside B vitamins and minerals that support normal cellular metabolism. Riboflavin contributes to enzyme helpers used in energy pathways, while zinc supports enzyme activity and cellular communication. These complementary roles explain the formula's nutritional focus without implying that increasing iodine intake will improve everyone's thyroid function. Individual iodine needs and medication use remain important considerations.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
