Meet the Blogger
Hey y’all! Gracey here, just your average 20 year old student with Hashimoto’s. Now is probably the time where you’re saying “Hashi-what?” (hence the title). So, I’m here to tell you my story and discuss all things Hashimoto. First off, let me explain what this Hashi nonsense is. It is an autoimmune disease that can cause hypothyroidism, cool right? Basically, my body’s thyroid doesn’t produce the adequate amount of necessary hormone because it’s constantly being attacked by my immune system. The hormones produced by the thyroid influence how the body uses energy. When not enough hormones are produced, body function along with organ function slows down. Doctors are not sure of a definite cause although your chances increase if it runs in the family. Considering my mom and grandmother both have hypothyroidism, I’m assuming this is how I got so lucky. This blog is going to basically be my outlet. Hopefully it’ll reach others who live with the same thing or s...