An underactive thyroid can make you overweight even if you don't eat much. It makes your metabolism slow to a crawl.

Could you be among the million of people who have an underactive thyroid? Many don't know it. Even if you've been tested, you could still have a borderline condition.

Fortunately there's help. The thyroid gland produces an important hormone to regulate the needs of the body. Many of us are unaware of the important role the thyroid has in maintaining our over-all health and well being.