Thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck below your Adam’s apple, which is your chief gland of energy and metabolism. People suffer with thyroid problems when the immune system attacks thyroid tissue.
Therefore, to cure thyroid disease, or any autoimmune condition, you have to get to the source of the imbalance; focusing on suppression of symptoms and accordingly to a proper treatment. Fortunately, there are some amazing herbs which work amazingly on thyroid problems. However, you should always check with your medical practitioner before trying these herbs to avoid any health complications.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR THYROID PROBLEMS
Echinacea
Echinacea is a very ancient herb and mostly preferred as a natural tonic for immune system as it contains phytochemicals. There are several biochemical compounds that act in therapeutic synergy in this complex plant that support disease resistance in several ways. It enhances health of immune system and people suffering from thyroid problems can surely benefit from this herb.
There are various species of Echinacea available; therefore, it is tough to decide the quality of the herb you take. Therefore, it is recommended to consult any herbalist regarding this or purchase a high quality supplement from health stores to receive optimal results. If you are allergic to ragweed or if you are suffering from an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, or a chronic infection such as HIV/AIDS or tuberculosis, you should not use echinacea.
Eleuthero
Eleuthero, also known as Siberian ginseng, is one of the primary tonic herbs, which means it enhances our immune system magically. It is often combined with other adaptogens, like panax ginseng, astragalus, or schisandra to increase its benefits.
Patients suffering from both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can take this herb in the form of supplements or herbal tea. The mild, slightly woody taste of eleuthero combines well with ginger which helps to boost its effectiveness.
Bugleweed
Bugleweed is a very beneficial herb for thyroid patients, specifically over active thyroid, especially when symptoms like shortness of breath, palpitations, and shaking have started appearing. This herb contains a component, lithospermic acid, which decrease levels of certain hormones, especially the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T3).
This compound is also believed to keep antibodies from binding to and “burning out” cells in an overactive thyroid gland. However, pregnant and nursing mothers should strictly not take this herb. Patients can take this herb in the form of supplements or herbal tea.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is very beneficial as a herb and is a common home plant for people interested in gardening. People with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions are believed to benefit the most with the intake of this herb. Ashwagandha enhances the ability to cope with stress and therefore regulates immune system to function properly.
You can take decoction of the root, 1 teaspoon of root powder to 1 cup water, mixed in an equal part of ghee (clarified butter), or in warm milk and honey. You can also take its supplements with the advice of any herbalist.
Bladderwrack
Bladderwrack, also referred as kelp, is one of the most favorite choice of herbalists to treat thyroid patients.
It stimulates commonly used in herbal medicine to stimulate the thyroid function and can beeffective in weight loss too (weight loss is also a part of thyroid treatment).You can take its capsules and extracts from herbal medical stores for treatment of thyroid problems.
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