Natural remedies to control Thyroid functioning

Thyroid is the most important gland of our as it controls the functions of every cell in our body.Proper functioning of thyroid is very important as every system in the body gets affected if it doesnot.Improper functioning could lead to weight gain,hair loss ,dry skin ,fatigue and constipation.Thus, one needs to keep his thyroids healthy and here we have listed a few ways you could use.

Eat right

Eating a healthy and a balanced diet will help improve the hormone balance and can also reduce the side effects associated with low thyroid function.Include whole grains and foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids such as walnuts, salmons sardines etc. Flour, sugar and food containing trans fat must be avoided.

Exercise

Exercising regularly and moderately boosts your mood, improves heart  function and improves your metabolism.Few yoga poses help in improving the thyroid function.Care must be taken that exercises you perform are moderate as excessive exercises increases the cortisol level. This makes it difficult for the body to covert T4 thyroid hormone to T3.

Quit smoking

Smoking increases the risk of developing thyroid problems.Components like thiocyanate and nicotine found in smoking component increases the secretion of iodine. This affects the functioning of thyroid.Smoking also increases the risk of hypothyroidism.

Include supplements

Few supplements help in improving the functioning of the thyroid

Selenium & zinc- Helps in keeping your thyroid gland healthy.

Vitamin A- helps in converting beta carotene to thyroid hormones.

Vitamin C & vitamin E- Helps in preventing heart diseases due to hypothyroidism.

 B vitamins- Helps in  preventing  cognitive and mood disorders resulting in low thyroid function.

Fish-oil supplements- protect the brain and heart.

Manage Stress

Emotional trauma, excessive stress can lead to low thyroid function. Relaxation techniques such as meditation and breathing exercises help reduce stress.Singing can also help in improving the thyroid’s health.

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