Are You Suffering From Hypothyroidism?

Are You Suffering From Hypothyroidism? By Dr Rita Louise
When someone is experiencing hypothyroidism the thyroid gland is
impaired, producing too little thyroid hormone Hypothyroidism
is due primarily to a dysfunction of the thyroid gland itself
If the thyroid gland is removed, obviously, the body is unable
to produce any thyroid hormone If the thyroid is partially
removed, it may be able to produce enough hormones for a while,
but over time it can become overworked and burn out But the
thyroid can also become impaired for many other reasons
The thyroid consists of 2 lobes connected together in front of
the neck just below the voice box The hormones produced by the
thyroid gland control the body’s metabolic rate and a
dysfunction to this gland can affect every organ in the body
When the thyroid is under active it creates a general depression
of many of the cellular systems and oxidative processes in the
body that are needed for energy production This can cause the
metabolic activities in the cells to decrease Metabolic wastes
can then filtrate into the organs, causing them to become
sluggish
Deficiencies of thyroxin (the hormone produced by the thyroid)
leave the body feeling tired and run down As the metabolism
slows down, weight gain and constipation are often experienced
Other symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, lack of
energy, intolerance to cold temperatures, menstrual
irregularities, depression, sluggish reflexes, hair loss, dry,
coarse skin, brittle nails and puffiness around the eyes
Typically symptoms present themselves slowly and often evade
detection
The most common cause of hypothyroidism is inflammation that
damages the thyroid tissue This damage causes the body’s immune
cells, which normally fight infection, to attack the thyroid and
leave them incapable of producing enough hormones
Hypothyroidism is often seen in post-partum women and is often
mistaken for post-partum depression Medications, such as
Lithium also cause thyroid dysfunction While rare, disorders to
the pituitary or hypothalamus glands in the brain can also lead
to this and other hormonal imbalances
Recommendations For Wellness
Reduce soy consumption Soy can depress thyroid function and has
been shown to cause goiters (an enlargement of the thyroid
gland) in healthy individuals
Alkalinize the body! This may help to prevent thyroid
dysfunction in the first place
Get rid of the saturated fats from your diet Saturated fats
have been found to inhibit thyroid function
Work to balance your estrogen levels Estrogen slows down the
thyroid gland
Eat organically raised meats to avoid meats that are loaded with
added hormones that have been introduced to increase the weight
of livestock prior to sale
Begin a hormonal balancing program using progesterone cream to
help bring your body back into balance
Vitamin B3, (niacin), which is often taken to reduce cholesterol
levels, has been shown to also lower thyroid hormone levels
Gentian is known to normalize the function of the thyroid gland
Incorporate kelp and other sea vegetables that are high in
iodine Iodine is needed by the body to produce thyroid hormone
Radishes have historically been used to treat thyroid problems
and have been known to keep the levels of thyroid hormones
balanced
If depression due to hypothyroidism is a problem, try taking St
John’s Wort to help elevate your mood
Chronic constipation can be addressed by adding additional
dietary fiber such as psyllium to your diet Herbal laxatives,
such as cascara sagrada or Nature’s Sunshine’s LBS II can also
be used as required
Try supplementing with zinc and selenium Studies indicate that
severe zinc or selenium deficiencies can cause decreased thyroid
hormone levels
Coconut oil stimulates the thyroid gland and is a good choice
for those suffering from an under active thyroid
One of the most effective supplements for hypothyroidism is
desiccated thyroid gland that comes from pigs It was used long
before synthetic forms of thyroid medications became available
and is processed by the body more naturally
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Naturopathic Physician, Dr Rita Louise, PhD is the author of
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