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Could the herb rhodiola cause your thyroid to overproduce?

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Dr. Robert Lang answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

No known associaton: Rhodiola is a stimulant and may bring out the symptoms of hyperthyroidism and there is no know case where it would cause thyroid over production.

Answered 3/10/2015

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Rhodiola: Rhodiola is a stimulant and is not proven safe for patients on thyroid medication. If you take thyroid medicine do not take Rhodiola without speaking with your physician. If your thyroid testing is abnormal, consult your physician. Good luck.

Answered 1/5/2019

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