While hypothyroidism, a disease of low thyroid function, is most known for causing hair loss, fatigue, and constipation, some of the most common symptoms are actually brain-based: depression, brain fog, memory loss, low motivation, anxiety, poor balance, and poor brain endurance. Every cell in the body depends on thyroid hormones to function, and the brain’s neurons are no exception. However, for the estimated 5 percent of the population with hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone, it’s like your gas tank is running on fumes. As many as 60 percent of people with hypothyroidism don’t know they have it. If you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or think you may have it, do any of these symptoms resonate? Brain fog Fatigue Depression Slow mental speed Poor brain endurance, meaning you tire easily from reading, driving, working, noisy areas, etc. Worsening memory Anxiety Sleep problems …