In a message dated 10/8/02 3:55:37 PM, [log in to unmask] writes: >I read somewhere (isn't that nice and scientific) that carbohydrates are >required by the liver to convert T4 into T3. If you could find that reference I'd appreciate it. Also remember, eating low carbs doesn't mean the body doesn't produce glucose -- it still does via gluconeogenesis. Namaste, Liz <A HREF="http://www.csun.edu/~ecm59556/Healthycarb/index.html"> http://www.csun.edu/~ecm59556/Healthycarb/index.html</A>