Hypothyroid - Causes, Prevention, Cure & Medicine - Atiyaherbs

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Hypothyroid

Hypothyroid is a state when thyroid gland is under-active and produces lower amount of Thyroxine. Thyroxine helps in many functions of the body such as metabolism. Lower production of the gland hampers these functions leading to various diseases.

Symptoms

  • Fatigue
  • Increased sensitivity to cold
  • Constipation
  • Dry skin
  • Weight gain
  • Puffy face
  • Hoarseness
  • Muscle weakness
  • Elevated blood cholesterol level
  • Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
  • Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints
  • Heavier than normal or irregular menstrual periods
  • Thinning hair
  • Slowed heart rate
  • Depression
  • Impaired memory

Causes

  • Thyroid gland fails to work properly
  • Hashimoto’s disease
  • Thyroiditis
  • Congenital hypothyroidism
  • Thyroid treatment and surgery can lead to hypothyroidism
  • Radiation treatment of the thyroid
  • Certain medications
  • Pituitary gland abnormalities
  • Pituitary tumours or pituitary surgery
  • Iodine imbalance

Prevention and Precautions

  • Stop smoking
  • Consider treatment for positive thyroid antibodies
  • Avoid soy
  • Selenium supplementation
  • Potassium iodide
  • See your doctor regularly

Lifestyle and Dietary Tips

  • Be active
  • Sleep well
  • Manage stress
  • Maintain weight
  • Dietary changes
  • High fibre
  • Omega–3 fatty acids
  • Probiotics
  • Regular exercise

Home Remedies

  • Selenium
  • Vitamin D
  • Probiotics

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