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Thyroid Secrets - all about thyroid function and how it affects your health - hangout with Martin Pytela and Scott Paton - by Life Enthusiast http://www.life-enthusiast.com Definitions and descriptions of thyroid function or problems are in this article http://www.life-enthusiast.com/thyroid-function-a-4614.html The thyroid gland is the body's thermostat and catalyst. It regulates the temperature of the body by secreting two hormones that control how quickly the body burns calories and uses energy. A deficiency in these hormones is called Hypothyroid and an excess is called Hyperthyroid. There is an intricate involvement of the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland with respect to the release of T3 & T4. The entire process is reliant on the efficiency and efficacy of each component. T3 & T4 travel via the bloodstream and assist the cells in converting oxygen and calories into energy. If this process isn't completed perfectly, it is likely that you may suffer from depression, excess weight, and fatigue,