Thyroid Natural Remedies

over the last year i have sudden weight gain with a good diet and regular exercise, in fact its now up to 55 lbs.. first i gain weight 20 lbs in 1 month and freak out, and now over the past year with trying every diet my doctor can think of i gain more weight, and more and more and more!!!! they dont think itsm y thyroid but im skeptical, im going to get a 2nd opinion next week.. i am wondering though what are some natural herbs and remedies to regulate my thyroid and speed it up? thanks

The thing about the standard thyroid test is it stinks. They use a test called TSH. TSH isn't even a thyroid hormone and it changes throughout the day. It's it at highest point while we sleep, so if we suspect hypothyrodism (underactive thyroid) then we need to test firest thing in the morning. Another problem with this test is that the guidelines changed in 2003, but most labs still have thelab ranges at the old numbers. What this means is if yur doctor is unaware og the change he/she may say your TSH is normal when it isn't. Ask what your TSH was. If its over a 2.0, your thyroid is slowing down. If its over a 3.0 you need treatment. I know thus stuff because I had believed for years I was hypothyroid. The first test was taken in the afternoon and I did not get diagnosed. Within a year my symptoms got worse and the test finally showed I was hypothyroid by the old standards. New range is 0.3 to 3.0.

Supplements you can take for the thyroid are Lytrosine, zinc, and selenium. Stay away from soy, peanuts, brocolii and fluoride.

Website below about thyroid conditions. Read up on it before you see the doctor again.

If you test again, make sure its first thing in the morning. Ask for more than a TSH. Have a free t4, free t3, and a thyroid antibody test

2007-02-28 15:35:10 by divinemadness

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I believe I may have a underactive thyroid. I have many of the symptoms, but I don't want to go on a synthetic drug and be stuck on it for the rest of my life. Is there anyone here who has tried any natural or herbal remedies for a sluggish thyroid? Did it help? Thank you for any responses.

hi there :)

everyone has given great advice, and the bladderwrack really is the best. i was recently diagnosed with endometriosis, and according to my blood tests, my thyroid level is fine but is on the low end and i have been having hypo symptoms as well. i am genetically wired to have hypothyroid--my mom, grandma and great grandma all have/had it (my ggma died of goiter!), so unless i take some action it will only get worse. yesterday i went to see a naturopath, and she immediately knew i had low thyroid and put me on a bladderwrack/wild lettuce/irish moss tincture, along with some other supplements since the thyroid is involved in hormone production which has been part of my endometriosis problem. they're all connected.

i would suggest, if you can afford it, to get your thyroid checked with your regular doctor, and then take those results to a naturopath. most insurance does not cover the naturopath, but it cost me less than $100 to see one (not including the supplements). most are willing to work with you, because they are genuinely concerned about your health. by seeing the naturopath you can make sure you're getting exactly the amounts you need so you dont cause other problems! i definitely think it is worth it to have the advice and guidance of someone who understands how our bodies work a little better than we do.

good luck and best of health to you!
~josey~

2007-04-10 09:58:42 by April

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Support normal production of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) by the pituitary gland
Help maintain T3 and T4 levels within the normal range
Maintain healthy energy levels

I exercise 5-6 days a week, eat a bundle of vegies,meat and little carbs.Meanwhile my energy is decreasing and I cant seem to tone up. Is there any natural solutions to a slow thyroid?

Yes definately.
Iodine and tyrosine are essential # nutrients required for the production of thyroid hormones.
Selenium is required for the conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3)
Zinc is involved in the transcription of thyroid hormone and as an enzyme co-factor in T4 to T3 conversion.
Vitamin A is involved in the formation of thyroid hormone receptors, and in the binding of thyroid hormones to cellular receptors.
As an electron donor, vitamin C is involved in tyrosine metabolism and thyroid hormone synthesis.
Vitamin D is required for the maintenance of a normal healthy immune system and healthy cell development.
Cysteine, methionine and taurine which help support Phase II liver detoxification pathways.
Bupleurum falcatum has been traditionally used to aid in the maintenance of healthy liver metabolism and provide support for healthy liver function.
Antioxidants zinc, selenium, vitamin C and vitamin E that help reduce the harmful effects of free radicals.

Also, there are certain foods that actually suppress thyroid function.
Goitrogens can induce hypothyroidism and goiter. In sufferers of hypothyroidism, goitrogens can further depress thyroidal function and stimulate the growth of the thyroid (goiter).
Many goitrogens are generally members of the brassica family. These include:
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Brussel Sprouts
Cabbage
Mustard
Kale
Turnips
Rape seed (Canola Oil)
Other goitrogens include:
Soy
Pine nuts
Millet
Peanuts
Corn

Also, avoiding dairy and gluten products is ideal as there is a high connection to autoimmune disorders and gluten intolerance, same with dairy, and also flouride.
Flouride suppresses the thyroid hormone. Infact it was used by doctors till the 70s for overactive thyroids!
But before you jump to conclusions that its your thyroid, go get your TSH levels checked by your doctor. Its a simple blood test, and for peace of mind, its always good to have a definate diagnosis.

2008-10-28 19:16:52 by Sarah Beth

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kelp, for the mineral content, especially the iodine, and tyrosine, since T3 and T4 both are made from tyrosine.
You can get both kelp and tyrosine supplements at health food stores

2008-08-01 11:57:05 by belhie

KELP IS A VERY GOOD SOURCE OF IODINE WHICH THE THYROID NEEDS TO FUNCTION. TRY IT IT WORKS.

2006-05-19 04:11:28 by necitas