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natural remedies for hypothyroidism.
But in case you’re a bit lazy – here’s a few things you should know
The thyroid gland is a small organ that’s located in the front of the neck,
wrapped around the windpipe (trachea)
and its main job is to produce thyroid hormone that mainly controls our body’s metabolism.
Now – hypothyroidism occurs when the gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone.
this leads to symptoms such as Tiredness
Fatigue Feeling cold
Hair loss Dry skin
Depression Memory and concentration problems
Constipation Menstrual abnormalities.
The treatment of hypothyroidism is very simple - daily intake of levothyroxine tablets.
Millions of people worldwide are taking levothyroxine on a daily basis and going on with
their lives without any problem or inconvenience. That remains the standard worldwide.
However, there are certain things we can do to overall boost our thyroid health.
That will not only help your body on a longer run but also decrease your dependence on medications.
With that in mine let’s look at a few natural supplements that will help manage
your hypothyroidism. Number one. - Selenium
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), selenium is a trace element
that plays a part in thyroid hormone metabolism. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a disease in which your
the body's own immune system attacks the thyroid which leads to decreased thyroid production.
This disease often reduces the body’s selenium supply.
Supplementing this trace element has shown to help balance thyroxine, or T four, levels in some people.
Additional benefits of selenium supplementation include –
It Acts as a powerful antioxidant. ... it May reduce your risk of certain cancers. ...
it May protect against heart disease. ... it Helps prevent mental decline. ...
it Boosts your immune system. ... it May help reduce asthma symptoms.
Many foods contain selenium, including tuna
turkey Brazil nuts
grass-fed beef It’s important to talk with your doctor
about how much selenium may be right for you since every person is different, since it may be toxic
in larger unrequired amounts. Number two. Sugar-free diet
Sugar and processed foods can lead to increased inflammation in the body.
Inflammation can slow down the conversion of Tfour to triiodothyronine, or T,
another thyroid hormone. This can make your
symptoms of thyroid disease worsen. Also, sugar only boosts your energy level
In the short term, eliminating it from your diet may help regulate your energy levels.
Additionally, removing sugar from your diet may help your stress levels and skin.
It’s not easy to adopt a sugar-free diet, but it will stabilize and benefit your thyroid
health may be worth it. Number three - Vitamin B
Taking certain vitamin supplements can have an effect on your thyroid health.
Low thyroid hormones can affect your body’s vitamin B-twalve levels.
Taking a vitamin B-twalve supplement may help you repair some of the damage hypothyroidism caused.
Vitamin B-twalve can help with the tiredness thyroid disease can cause.
In addition – scientifically proven benefit of vit btwalve supplementation
includes - increased Red
Blood Cell Formation and Anaemia Prevention Supporting Bone Health and Prevent Osteoporosis
Reducing Risk of serious vision problems such as Macular Degeneration
Improved Mood and decreased Symptoms of Depression
preventing the Loss of Neurons Improving Heart Health
Supporting Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails You can add more B vitamins to your diet with the
following foods peas and beans
asparagus sesame seeds
tuna cheese
milk eggs
Vitamin B-twalve is generally safe for most healthy individuals at recommended levels.
Talk with your doctor about how much vitamin B-twalve may be right for you.
Number four - Probiotics The NIH studied the link
between hypothyroidism and small intestine problems.
It was found that altered gastrointestinal (GI) motility commonly seen with hypothyroidism can
cause bacterial overgrowth and ultimately lead to chronic GI symptoms, such as diarrhoea.
Probiotic supplements contain helpful bacteria that can help keep your
stomach and intestines healthy. Besides supplement forms, fermented
food and drink, such as kefir, kombucha, some cheeses, and yogurt contain useful probiotics.
However, the Food and Drug Administration hasn’t approved the use of probiotics for
the prevention or treatment of any condition. Talk with your doctor to see if these supplements
might help you. Number five - IODINE
Iodine is an essential mineral that’s needed to make thyroid hormones.
Thus, people with iodine deficiency might be at risk of hypothyroidism.
Iodine deficiency is very common and affects nearly one-third of the world’s population.
However, it’s less common in people from developed countries like the United States,
where iodized salt and iodine-rich seafood is widely available.
If you have an iodine deficiency, consider adding iodized table salt to your meals
or eating iodine-rich foods like fish, dairy, and eggs.
However, it is important to know that Iodine supplements are unnecessary, as you can get plenty
of iodine from your diet. Some studies have also shown that getting too much of this mineral may
damage the thyroid gland Number six. GOITROGENS
Goitrogens are compounds that may interfere with the normal function of the thyroid gland.
They get their name from the term goitre,
which is an enlarged thyroid gland that may occur with hypothyroidism.
Surprisingly, many common foods contain goitrogens, including
soy foods tofu, tempeh, edamame, etc. certain vegetables cabbage, broccoli,
kale, cauliflower, spinach, etc. fruits and starchy plants sweet potatoes,
cassava, peaches, strawberries, etc. nuts and seeds millet, pine nuts,
peanuts, etc. In theory, people with
hypothyroidism should avoid goitrogens. However, this only seems to be an issue for
people who have an iodine deficiency or eat large amounts of goitrogens.
Scientists agree that moderate consumption of these as a part of a wholesome diet is
recommended for everyone including those with hypothyroidism unless advised otherwise.
So, friends, here were a few natural supplements for managing hypothyroidism easily.
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