Grave’s
disease, hypo- or hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto’s disease are only four of the
most common thyroid-related problems that affect millions of people, all across
the world.
The thyroid
plays a vital role in the optimal functioning of the body. It is responsible
for producing and regulating several important hormones.
Most thyroid
problems are the direct result of pollution, poor diet and poor lifestyle
choices, such as smoking or drinking.
If you have a
slow metabolism and you have a hard time losing weight, even though you
exercise regularly and you have switched to a low-calorie and low-fat diet. The
chances are your thyroid is the culprit.
Fortunately,
Mother Nature provides us with a wealth of roots, plants and herbs that we can
use to treat ourselves naturally and without any adverse reactions.
Here you’ll
find the Top 5 most appreciated remedies for thyroid health:
#1 –
Ashwagandha – The Indian Ginseng
Ashwagandha
is known as the Indian Ginseng. Just as the conventional Ginseng as we all know
it, this plant is also used for preventing and alleviating tens of different
conditions.
In a
nutshell, this is an adaptogenic herb that is extremely popular in the Chinese,
Indian and Unani traditional medicine.
Although
Ashwagandha is primarily used for its thyroid-regulating properties, it is
known to treat a variety of other conditions like:
Arthritis
Anxiety
Skin
conditions
Bronchitis
Fibromyalgia
(muscle soreness)
Inflammation
Premature
aging
Moreover,
Ashwagandha is also used for the long-term management of chronic liver disease.
Some people claim it can naturally boost the libido and even reverse the
stress-induced fertility problems, both in men and women.
Nonetheless,
it must be said that the Indian Ginseng is not the only adaptogenic herb that
can be used as a natural remedy for thyroid health:
Holy basil
Licorice
rood
Rhodiola
Tulsi
… are four
other praised adaptogenic herbs that have the same effect, thus being commonly
used for managing Hashimoto’s disease or hypothyroidism.
#2 –
Selenium
Selenium is
a naturally occurring mineral that can be found in the soil, and is extremely
important for your overall health. Selenium deficiency can lead to a variety of
health conditions, such as Crohn’s disease.
One of the
most notable reasons why selenium is very important for you is because it has
strong antioxidant properties.
Antioxidants
prevent free radicals from causing cancer or premature aging, as well as from
interfering with your thyroid function.
In addition
to this, selenium is also known to play a crucial role in the metabolic
process, and selenium supplements can also help those who suffer from chronic
arthritis or asthma.
However,
when it comes to thyroid health, numerous studies have concluded that selenium
restores the T4 levels in the body, thus supporting the correct functioning of
your thyroid, in the long haul.
#3 – The
B-Vitamin Complex
Each vitamin
group or complex has its own role in the body, and the B-vitamin complex is
known for improving the thyroid function.
The most
important vitamins for thyroid health are Vitamin B12 and thiamine, which are
commonly found in meats and other animal-derived products.
This is why
vegans and vegetarians are prone to Vitamin-B deficiency and they should
consider taking supplements.
#4 –
Probiotics
Probiotics
are good, live bacteria present in your digestive system. They are crucial for
your immune system and for your digestive health.
Studies have
revealed that most of the people who suffer from thyroid problems also suffer
from a digestive problem known as the leaky gut syndrome. This occurs when
gluten simply leaks through the intestine, reaching your bloodstream.
Once that
happens, this compound can trigger an inflammatory response in the body – it is
nothing but a vicious circle that leads from one health condition to another.
Fortunately, probiotics can prevent these problems from occurring, in the first
place!
#5 –
Proteolytic Enzymes
There are
many different enzymes present in the human body, and the proteolytic enzymes
are undoubtedly among the most important role.
Simply put,
the role of the proteolytic enzymes (such as bromelain) is to reduce the
inflammatory response in the body, a response that is commonly triggered by
Hashimoto’s disease or other autoimmune-related thyroid problems.
Conclusion
The bottom
line is that these are only five of the best natural remedies for restoring
your thyroid health and adrenal gland function.
These herbs,
plants, roots and supplements individually, or you can combine two or more of
them.
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