Natural Cure For Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism, characterized by inactive thyroid gland occurs either due to internal factors or due to poor lifestyle. Poor lifestyle can result in hypothyroidism due to deficiency of iodine, poor dietary and sleep habits and increased intake of stimulants. Internal factors too contribute for the cause of hypothyroidism such as the attack of immune system on the thyroid gland mistaking it as foreign body. Such type of hypothyroidism is termed as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Hypothyroidism occurring due to iodine deficiency can be controlled naturally. Here are few tips on to cure hypothyroidism naturally by using Bladderwrack, iodine, selenium, coconut oil and thyroid glandular.

• Increase the Iodine intake: Iodine deficiency is one reason for developing hypothyroidism. Hence, by increasing the iodine intake it is possible to regulate the thyroid hormone secretion. You can have iodine either in the form of tablets or by taking iodine rich foods. Increase the intake of iodized salt to restore the iodine levels of the body. Other foods that are rich in iodine content include sea foods such as eggs, meat and fish, vegetables such as radish, potato, parsley and fruits like banana.
• Increase intake of Selenium: Selenium plays role in conversion of inactive form of thyroid hormone in to active form. So, deficiency of selenium reduces the amount of active thyroid hormone resulting in hypothyroidism. Increase the intake of foods that are rich in selenium such as sea foods.
• Shift to coconut oil: If you have been consuming other types of oil, shift to coconut oil that is found to boost the metabolism. The medium chain saturated fatty acids in it are found to help tissues in responding well to the thyroid hormone. It also helps to prevent fat formation in the liver. Lower the fat deposition on the tissues better they can respond to the hormones. It works absolutely well for hypothyroidism caused due to excess fat deposition. It helps to lose weight and hence, reduce hypothyroidism.
• Consider having Bladderwrack: Bladderwrack is a sea weed available on the coasts of Pacific and Atlantic oceans. It is rich in iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc. Thus, it helps to boost the secretion of thyroid hormone by stimulating the thyroid gland. It even helps to lose weight and overcome fatigue. However, it is recommended not to take bladderwrack unless it is recommended by the doctor as the iodine levels are so high that it may even cause thyroid cancer in few people. The heavy metals present in Bladderwrack act as laxative. People who are allergic to iodine, pregnant and lactating women should not have it.
• Use of thyroid glandular: Thyroid glandular is a dry and powdered thyroid gland extracted from animals such as cow, sheep or hogs. It is prepared by eliminating the fat and connective tissue from the thyroid gland of the animals. It is rich in thyroxin and triiodothyronine which are helpful in elevating hypothyroidism. There are many thyroid glandular products available over the counter. But, most of them lack any of the required thyroid hormones. Hence, talk to your doctor to obtain a right type of thyroid glandular product.
• Other ways of curing hypothyroidism naturally include: Use of black walnut, Aswagandha and increased intake of protein rich foods. The amino acid tyrosine present in protein rich foods acts as a raw material for the production of thyroid hormone and thus, elevates hypothyroidism. But, make sure to know the protein composition as a few proteins such as soy protein eliminate fatty acids essential to cure hypothyroidism.

Given the information on each of the natural products, choose the one that is easily available and best fits your condition.