Thyroid Problems

Natural Treatment For
Thyroid Problems
A Natural Thyroid Diet

 Introduction to Functional Thyroid Disorders:
Functional thyroid disorders are very common and generally overlooked in today’s healthcare model.  Most patients that have functional thyroid imbalances do not have primary thyroid imbalances.  In fact, only about 13% of people diagnosed with primary hypothyroidsm will respond to thyroid medications.  This is the reason why so many people are frustrated with their care.
If you have Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis or any other type of hypothyroidism, what would it mean to you to not have to take synthetic or natural thyroid hormone for the rest of your life, as most doctors recommend? How would it feel to stop gaining excess weight, to get quality sleep each night, and to bring your energy levels back to a normal level so that you can be active again and do the things you enjoy doing on a daily basis? I realize this might sound too good to be true, but just remember that taking synthetic or natural thyroid hormone will do nothing for the underlying cause of your condition, as it will just control your symptoms (and in some people it doesn’t even do a good job of accomplishing this).
Of course not everyone with a thyroid condition is an ideal candidate to receive natural thyroid treatment methods. But if you’re like most people with a thyroid condition, then following a certain type of natural protocol can help to partially or fully restore the function of your thyroid gland, as well as regulate your adrenal function and strengthen your immune system.
To find out more about treating your thyroid condition naturally, I highly recommend reading my free report. This report includes some valuable information about proper testing, how to tell if you have a thyroid condition, how to find out what really is going on with you and new advanced treatment for thyroid conditions. It will also address the 6 primary causes of thyroid conditions and how one 1 responds to medication. You can sign up for this free, no strings attached guide on the upper, right-hand side of this page. Just enter your name and email address, and we’ll send you an online copy right away.  You can also follow us on Facebook @ Thyroid Information Center.

Today, more than ever it is important to educate yourself about the value of good nutrition and healthy eating. A natural thyroid diet places an emphasis on consuming a wide variety of fresh, natural foods that supply an array of nutrients to support healthy thyroid activity.
Here are some general guidelines;

• Up your intake of iodine-rich foods such as Japanese sea vegetables e.g. nori, wakame, kombu and arame. Thyroid hormones contain iodine making this a critical mineral for normal thyroid activity.
• Cook your brassica vegetables for six to seven minutes. These vegetables contain ‘goitrogens’ which prevent the use of iodine. Goitrogens are found in broccoli, sweet potato, cabbage, cauliflower, turnips, brussel sprouts and mustard greens. Cooking inactivates the thyroid inhibiting effect.
• Choose traditional soy products. In Asia, small amounts of traditional soy foods are consumed. This includes tofu, natto, miso, tempeh, and boiled soy beans (edamame), rather than the large amounts of refined and unfermented soy products that are now found in our Western supermarkets.
• Eat selenium-rich foods such as asparagus, Brazil nuts, grains, garlic and mushrooms. Selenium assists activation of thyroid hormones.
• Eat foods that provide a plentiful supply of zinc such as oysters and pumpkin seeds. Zinc is a necessary nutrient to assist healthy thyroid activity.
• Avoid trans fats or ‘plastic fats’ found in margarine, TV dinners, bakery foods, commercially prepared snack foods and deep fried food. These very unhealthy fats are very damaging to the thyroid cell membranes. Supplements & Thyroid Gland Problems
• A good quality multivitamin and mineral formula containing vitamins A, B complex, C, E, magnesium and manganese. These are all important for thyroid gland function.
• Iodine is necessary for the formation of triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), two principle hormones secreted by the thyroid gland.
• L-tyrosine (together with iodine) produces thyroid hormones that control the body’s metabolism. A deficiency of tyrosine leads to hypothyroidism and low adrenal function.
• Zinc is essential for successful conversion of T4 to active T3.
• Selenium assists in removing toxins from the body and is essential for conversion of T4 into T3. Many agricultural areas are extremely deficient in selenium, so supplements are highly recommended.
• Coenzyme Q10 assists with energy production and cell function.

Herbs & Thyroid Gland Problems

• Bladderwrack is a herb traditionally used for an under active thyroid gland. This traditional tonic is a rich source of iodine to support thyroid hormone production.
• Bacopa is a herb that stimulates thyroid gland function and is also used for memory and concentration problems.
• Withania, Licorice, Codonopsis and Siberian Ginseng provide adrenal stress support and promising results for healthy thyroid gland hormones.

Other Natural Treatment For Thyroid Problems

• Homoeopathic medicines prescribed by your homeopath or naturopath can have positive effects on your thyroid gland balance.
• Acupuncture can help balance hormones and facilitate the free flow of energy through the body.
• Aromatherapy can assist and support the reproductive system, and gently contribute to rebalancing your hormones.

More Tips For Healthy Thyroid Function

• Exercise can help stimulate your metabolism, improve your stress coping mechanism and improve mood health and heart health.
• Since stress affects the adrenal glands, and since poor adrenal gland functioning can affect the thyroid gland, stress management is essential in the overall treatment of thyroid gland problems. Meditation, yoga, tai chi, reading a book, going for a walk or doing something you find relaxing should be incorporated into your daily life.
• Make sure your liver function is in tip-top shape for thyroid hormone metabolism. Your Naturopath will be able to assist in boosting your liver function through diet, supplements and herbs.