Ayurvedic Management of Hypothyroidism: Underactive Thyroid Gland
Ayurvedic Management of Hypothyroidism: Underactive Thyroid Gland
In this condition thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough certain hormones.Hypothyroidism is underproduction of T3 and T4 hormones.The synthesis of thyroid hormone requires sufficient iodine in the presence of thyroid stimulating hormone.Iodine is taken into the thyroid gland.Insufficient iodine thyroid stimulating hormone,can reduced production of thyroid hormone.
Thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped gland situated at the base of the front of your neck,hormones produced are Triiodothyronine (T3) and Thyroxine (T4).
Sings are fatigue,constipation, increased sensitivity to cold,weight gain,puffy face,muscle weakness,joints pain,thinning of hair,hoarseness of voice,slowed heart rate,depression,goitre,etc.
Causes of Hypothyroidism are,
- Autoimmune disorder
- Congenital Thyroid Deficiency
- Iodine Deficiency
- Removal of Thyroid Gland
- Stress
Hypothyroidism in Children and Teens, results in poor physical growth,delayed development of permanent teeth, delayed puberty,poor mental development,etc.
Causes of Hypothyroidism
- Impaired Digestion
- Unwholesome Food Combinations
- Excess Traveling
- Stress
- Excessive consumption of dry,sour,salty,spicy Food items
Ayurvedic Reference of Hypothyroidism
Signs and Symptoms of Hypothyroidism
- Tiredness
- Weight Loss
- Cold Intolerance
- Puffiness of Face
- Minimal Sweating
- Depression
- Constipation
- Aches
- Irregular Menstruation
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Diet Management for Hypothyroidism
Do’s (Pathya) Consume Following,
- Old Harvested Grains
- Old Cow Ghee
- Milk Products
- Sugarcane
- Garlic,Onion
- Patola
- Coconut Oil
Don’ts (Apathya) Avoid Following,
- Citrus Fruits
- Excess Spicy,Salty, Sour
- Excessive Alcohol Consumption
- Smoking
- Curd, Old Rice
- Heavy to Digest Food Items
- Day Time Sleep
- Night Awakening
Yogasanas for Hypothyroidism
Yoga plays an important role in keeping thyroid gland function normal.Some asanas and pranayama make throat area relaxing and stimulating.It stimulates reflex pathways of throat and then regulates hormone production in the thyroid gland.Practice Yogasanas and Pranayama regularly.
- Halasana
- Paschimottasana
- Matsyasana
- Sarvangasana
- Pawanmuktasana
- Surya Namaskar
- Sheetli Pranayama
- Bhasrika
- AnulomVilom
- Ujjani
- Nadi Shodhan
Internal Medicines for Hypothyroidism
- Kanchnar Guggul
- ChandraprabhaVati
- Triphala Guggul
- Punarnava Guggul
- Abhayarishta
- PunarnavadiKashay
- Bruhatvatchintamani
Purification Therapy for Hypothyroidism
Purification Therapy or Panchakarma is detoxification procedure and it has unique approach to the disease hence it is essential for the management of the disease.
Snehan
It improves blood circulation,relives stress,relaxes muscles and relieves pain.
Swedan
InSwedan purification Therapy in which Ayurveda herbs steam given to the patient.SarivaKwath,DashmoolKwath, are used in Swedan.
Vaman
It eliminates Kapha dosha from the body.
Virechana
Virechana removes Vitiated Pitta Dosha from the body.
Nasya
Nasya stimulates the olfactory nerve which acts on higher centers,Hypothalamus and Pituitary gland.
Basti
Basti removes vitiated vatadosha from the body.
Tamradhara
Takradhara is beneficial for psychological or in stress related problems.
Single Herbs used in Hypothyroidism
- Pipalli (Indian Long Pepper)
- Guggul (CommophoraWightli)
- Kanchnar (Bauhinia Variegata)
- Punarnava (BoerhaaviaDiffusa)
- Musta (CyperusRotundus)
Frequently Asked Questions
Question. What causes Hypothyroidism?
Question. What happens if Hypothyroidism is left untreated?
Question. How do you feel when u have Hypothyroidism?
Question. Does stress affect Hypothyroidism?
Question. Can Hypothyroidism be cured by Ayurveda?
Dr. SAHIL GUPTA
BAMS, MHA
CEO, IAFATM
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Keywords: Hypothyroidism, Galganda, Thyroid Gland, Thyroid Hormone Profile, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.
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