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Hypothyroidism (Under-Active Thyroid)
Since the hormones of the thyroid gland regulate metabolism in every cell of the body, a deficiency of thyroid hormones can affect virtually all body functions. Deficiency of thyroid hormone (thyroxin) maybe due to defective hormone synthesis or lack of stimulation by the pituitary gland which secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).
Hypothyroidism in children causes delayed growth and mental development, along with the signs and symptoms listed below.
Hypothyroidism in adults – common signs and symptoms are low basal body temperature (the temperature of the body at rest), depression, lethargy or fatigue, stubborn weight gain and difficulty losing weight, dry skin, slow heart rate, cold sensitivity, menstrual difficulties, even infertility, recurrent infections, headaches, constipation and poor immunity.
Nutrition
Foods to lighten the body are important. Eat three very balanced meals a day; rice, steamed vegetables, fruit and vegetable protein. Juicing fruits or vegetables is excellent as part of this food programme.
Gently increase seaweed intake as part of your food programme. Bladderwrack and kelp are especially beneficial.
Avoid cabbage, brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli, watercress, turnip, cauliflower and mustard greens as they suppress thyroid hormone production.
Natural Healing
Take hot and cold showers twice a day directing the water over the thyroid.
Massage using light strokes.
Herbs
Use lobelia herb, skullcap herb and Siberian ginseng root to support the nerves. Nerve stimulants like celery and oats will be vital. Do NOT use herbs that sedate the nervous system like valerian rhizome.
Hormone regulators like damiana leaf and agnus castus herb would be useful, and so would gentian root and wormwood herb.
Use bladderwrack seaweed: take as a tincture or tea.
Immune and adrenal debility is often an associated problem or cause, so echinacea root and Siberian ginseng root are helpful.
Herbal Formulae Suggestions
‘The Green Stuff’ Organic Vitamin and Mineral Food Concentrate
Enquire about special formulae to suit individual needs
Metaphysical
Hypothyroidism represents (on a mental level) ‘Giving up. Feeling hopelessly stifled.’
Affirmation: “I create a new life with new rules that totally support me”.
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