24/02/2026
Feeling tired and gaining weight despite your best efforts? It might not just be "getting older"—it could be your thyroid, and a standard blood test might be missing the full story. 🧬
Most people only have their TSH checked, but that’s like checking the fuel gauge without looking at the engine. To understand why you’re feeling sluggish, you need the full picture.
What to look for in your results:
TSH (The Messenger): If this is High, your brain is shouting at your thyroid to wake up.
T4 (The Storage): If this is Low, you don’t have enough "raw material" to make energy.
T3 (The Active Power): This is the hormone that actually runs your metabolism. If it’s Low, you'll feel fatigued and see the scales creep up.
Reverse T3 (The Brake): If this is High, your body is actively "braking" your metabolism, often due to stress or inflammation.
Thyroid Antibodies: If these are Elevated, your immune system might be attacking your thyroid (Hashimoto’s), even if your other levels look "normal."
Why the "Full Panel" is non-negotiable
Testing only TSH is a common mistake. You can have a "normal" TSH but still have a conversion issue where your body can't turn T4 into the active T3 you need to burn fat and feel energised.
It is vital that your practitioner tests for ALL of these markers to truly understand how your thyroid is functioning at a cellular level.
Get Clarity on Your Health
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start addressing the root cause, Beth Bundy and Rowena Kissun at Kissun Clinics can help. They can organize comprehensive functional testing and provide the clarity you need to get your spark back.
✨ Stop settling for "normal" and start aiming for "optimal."
📍 Visit us at Kissun Clinics to book your consultation.
