<<Maybe the simplest explanation is the best.>> According to Balch and Balch (2000), 3 to 4 grains of Armour Dessicated Thyroid Tablets will raise a regular morning temperature of 96F to the normal range, while 1 to 2 grains will raise a morning temperature of 97F to the normal range (see p450-453 of Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 2000). You can obtain Armour Thyroid tablets without a prescription. Rob