Hyperthyroidism
Submitted by divine_sysop on July 28, 2010 - 02:55
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Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which an overactive thyroid gland is producing an excessive amount of thyroid hormones that circulate in the blood. Hyperthyroidism accelerates various kinds of metabolisms in the body. A person affected by this disease may lose weight rapidly accompanied by a sudden surge in appetite. He can also feel his heart beating faster. It can also lead to mood swings in the patient.Other symptoms of hyperthyroidism include heat intolerance, nervousness, increased irritability palpitations, tremors, and increased frequency of defecation.
Graves' disease causes most hyperthyroidism. In Graves’ disease, the body's natural defense (immune) system attacks the thyroid gland. The thyroid fights back by making too much thyroid hormone. Sometimes hyperthyroidism is caused by a swollen thyroid or small growths in the thyroid called thyroid nodules. If hyperthyroidism is not treated for a long time, it can lead to the development of osteoporosis.
We have been trying to find the cure for such common problem in modern medical science where the answer is explained in our ancient Yoga Practice.
Yoga for health benefits:
The importance of yoga and its role in healing and preventing various disorders has been developed over centuries of research and experience. They have been found to be extremely effective. Yoga has been practiced since ancient ages to get the physical and mental peace. It is also believed that a discipline lifestyle and a proper way of body conduct can keep us away from most of the disease and Yoga helps us to achieve it. Most people get confused Yoga with a spiritual or religious activity however it is as simple as living a healthy life.
Regular yoga practice will create multiple and noticeable benefits to your health. You’re never too young or too old to reap the health benefits of yoga.
Sign Symptoms
Causes
Yogic Management
Yoga and specific Yoga poses to cure hyperthyroidism
Yoga normalizes the function of the thyroid, pituitary, pineal and adrenal glands by stimulating it. It limbers and stretches the neck, strengthens and tones the nervous system.
Regular practice of yoga can help to maintain hormonal balance and keep anxiety and stress from affecting you. Join our Yoga Classes and feel the difference in your life.
Some of the most popular asana which can help to cure hyperthyroidism include:-
Yoga pose
Ayurvedic Management
Ayurvedic treatment of the disease aims to mitigate the symptoms. Various Ayurvedic preparations can be used for treating the symptoms of this ailment.
- To keep the palpitation in control, Shrung-Bhasma, Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Arjun and Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani are used.
- To cure heat intolerance and excess perspiration, Praval-Bhasma, Sutshekhar-Ras, Chandrakala-Ras, Praval-Panchamrut and Kamdudha Ras are very useful.
- Preparations like Bilva-Avelaha, Panchamrut-Parpati and Kutaj-Parpati are used to deal with increased bowel movement problems.
- For fatigue, preparations like Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Makardhwaj, Drakshasav, Lohasav and Panchamrut-Parpati are administered.
Ayurveda says vitiation of doshas is the root cause of a disease. Know how you can balance your Dosha through FREE Dosha Analysis .
Home Remidies
- To prevent this disease, a person can have lots of cruciferous vegetables like cabbages, kale, mustard greens and Brussels sprouts. They can reduce the aggression of an overactive thyroid.
- Fruits like pears and peaches can be eaten to counter the progression of this ailment.
- Reduce the intake of substances like alcohol, caffeine and nicotine as they are known to increase the metabolic rate.
- The diet plays a vital role in preventing the onset and progress of this ailment. A person needs to take foods rich in iodine.
- Additional protein supplements are required by patients of hyperthyroidism, therefore, the consumption of eggs and fish is required.
Conclusion
Hyperthyroidism should not be neglected as its results can be severe. Foods that contain toxic materials should be avoided altogether. Exercises like swimming and Yoga also help to keep the disease under control.
