Thyroid disease is mainly the disease in which the working of thyroid gland in the body is affected, either decreased or increased. There are two basic types of thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a more common condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce a sufficient amount of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Whereas, hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid is overactive and is producing hormones in excess.

Thyroid Disease Symptoms

Thyroid gland is the master gland of metabolism in our body. This means that when the thyroid gland is affected and is not able to function properly, it will have effect on your health. Thyroid disease, particularly Hypothyroidism may present a wide variety of symptoms.

Although , the most common symptoms of thyroid disease are –

• weight gain,
• periods of anxiety and depression
• and occasional fall in the energy levels.
• Generally the digestion seems to be affected there may or may not be indigestion,
• but many time severe and recurrent constipation and improper clearance of bowels is there.
• The skin may show more dryness and the hair become brittle resulting into hair-fall.
• Also, there could be symptoms of Joint pains and muscular aches that are common in thyroid disease.
• Not only this, women may present symptoms like menorrhagia (heavy and prolonged menstruation) and infertility.

Whereas in case of hyperthyroidism, there are symptoms like anxiety, rapid heart rate, deep shallow respiration, diarrhoea, heat intolerance, flushing, menstrual disturbance, fatigue and bulging of eyes.

Ayurveda Treatment for Thyroid Disease

Ayurveda treatment for Hypothyroidism removes the Kapha covering the Pitta which enables proper functioning of Agni – correcting digestion and metabolism. The treatment modalities includes Panchkarma, external therapies, internal medications, Activities, Advice of food and life style changes. The recommended Ayurveda treatment for thyroid disease in the form of Panchakarma therapies are Vamana, Virechana, Basti and Nasya. Also, external Ayurveda therapies of udwarthana, Shiro dhara, Kashaya Seka, PPS are highly suggested.

Ayurveda Medicines for Thyroid Disease

The internal medicines for thyroid disease would include giving the Deepana (Appetisers) and Pachana – (Digestives) herbal medicines. Also, Ayurveda medicines for thyroid disease include Kanchanar Guggulu, Punarnava mandoor, Ashwagandha-arishta, Amritadhaya taila and Mahayogaraj guggulu. These Ayurveda medicines for thyroid need to be taken under the supervision and recommendation of the Ayurveda physician or Vaidya. These medicines help in regulating metabolism as well as detoxifying the body, along with treating the thyroid disease.

Ayurveda Herbs for Thyroid

There are plenty of Ayurveda herbs that are a natural aid in the regulating the thyroid hormone and restoring the natural functionality of thyroid. Some Ayurveda herbs for thyroid are Kanchanara, Jatamansi, Shilajita, Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Guggulu, Punarnava etc.

Ayurveda Diet for Thyroid Disease

Ayurveda diet for thyroid disease needs to consist of adequate quantities of milk, old rice, barley, green grams, Bengal grams, sugarcane juice, cucumber and other milk products may be taken. Also as per Ayurveda diet for thyroid disease, you need to eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables, sprouts etc. Although you need to restrict more of salt and sour tastes in your diet. Water intake should be increased, so as to help in the process of detoxification associated with thyroid disease.

Ayurveda Lifestyle Guidance for Thyroid Disease

Ayurveda lifestyle guidance for thyroid also confers due significance to leading active, balanced and content lifestyle. If you are suffering from thyroid disease, you must be much alert to keep away from mental stress and strain. Having sound sleep at night for about seven to eight hours would be of good help to be considered along with Ayurveda therapy for thyroid. Also practicing meditation and Om Chanting everyday will provide you with internal support and positivism to overcome the thyroid disease.

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About the Author:

Dr Sonica Krishan is Author and Speaker in  the areas of Healthy and Joyous Living through Ayurveda, Meditation, Yoga and other Contemplative practices. She is a leading Ayurveda Professional in India. She is also Health Writer, Columnist, Editor, Ayurveda Consultant at Herboveda and Holistic Healing Coach. Dr Sonica is open for National as well as International Collaborations with interested people / institutions in fields of Ayurveda, Meditation and Yoga.

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