Home Remedies for Thyroid

The malfunctioning of the thyroid gland led to development of hyperthyroidism (overproduction of the thyroid hormones) and hypothyroidism (underproduction of the thyroid hormones). These conditions disturbs the various bodily processes and causes symptoms such as weight gain (hypothyroidism) and weight loss (hyperthyroidism) and lack of energy. Here are the home remedies to treat thyroid effectively.

• Performing yoga regularly for at least 30 minutes in a day, especially pranayam can aid to restore the normal functioning of the thyroid gland.
• The most important dietary measure to normalize thyroid function is to avoid all processed foods, white flour products and items high on sugar.
• Thyroid patients are needed to talk sufficient amount of vitamin A, thus it is advised to include vitamin A sources such as pumpkin, carrots, apples and green leafy veggies, such as spinach, peas and mustard leaves in their diet.
• Diet for balanced thyroid functioning should be a combination of fruits, whole grains, sprouts and vegetables. Carbohydrates found in potatoes and whole wheat is not recommended for thyroid patients. Bakery items, such as cakes, cookies, pastries and patties are considered a big no-no for people with thyroid problems.
• Walnut, which is high on iodine and magnesium, is beneficial for patients of thyroid. This also promotes better functioning of the thyroid glands.
• Adding coconut oil to milk and consuming it daily is another beneficial home remedy for rectifying the imbalanced thyroid production.
• Sometimes, thyroid patients are advised to adhere to a juice-based diet, which helps in removing the toxins from the body and cleansing the whole system aiding in better functioning of the thyroid gland.
• It is recommended that a person with thyroid disorder should eat salads prepared with sprouts, cucumber and carrot.
• If the thyroid patient wants to consume rice, he may go for unpolished variety, however, he must watch out his consumption of rice.
• Herbal tea with ginger is another effective antidote for thyroid malfunctioning. A thyroid patient should abstain from consuming drinks such as coffee, tea, sodas, carbonated drinks and alcohol.
• Oatmeal, rye and barley are other healthy options for thyroid patients.
• Eating enough of iodine in diet is extremely important for patients of hypothyroidism as iodine triggers the undisrupted production of the thyroid hormones, namely. T3 and T4.

Along with following all the dietary modifications it is imperative for the thyroid patients to take their medications, avoid stress and indulge in moderate physical activities.
As these remedies stimulate your body's own immune system they provide a lasting cure rather than giving temporary relief.