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Why Exercising Is Important If You Have Hypothyroidism

Medically reviewed by Elaine K. Luo, MD on April 6, 2017 — Written by Janis O’Meara
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Medically reviewed by Elaine K. Luo, MD on April 6, 2017 — Written by Janis O’Meara

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