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How To Treat Hypothyroidism Naturally? Hypothyroidism, or low thyroid function, is a common endocrine disorder in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. There are many reasons that can cause hypothyroidism, including drinking chlorinated and fluoridated water, and eating brominated flour. Symptoms, such as tiredness, poor ability to tolerate cold, and weight gain may be indicative of hypothyroidism. Natural Hypothyroidism Treatment - Treat the Underlying Causes:Identify and treat the underlying causes of hypothyroidism, like food allergies, gluten, heavy metals, nutritional deficiencies, and stress.
- Dietary changes: For those who have existing thyroid conditions, excess consumption of soy may affect thyroid function. Support your thyroid with optimal nutrition, including foods that contain iodine, zinc, omega-3 fats and selenium.
- Exercise: Engage in thyroid stimulating exercise, which boosts thyroid function. Many patients with hypothyroidism have reported benefits from practicing a yoga pose called the Shoulder Stand or Orsarvangasana, which increases circulation to the thyroid.
- Alternative techniques: Consider other alternative techniques that have been useful in correcting an under active thyroid – acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, naturopathic medicine, homeopathic medicine, biofeedback, and osteopathy.
- Minimize Stress:Practice deep breathing and other techniques that triggers the relaxation response, such as meditation and guided visualization.
- Thyroid Hormones: Use thyroid hormone replacement therapy to help support your thyroid gland. Home remedies for hypothyroidism - Coconut Oil: Coconut oil contains medium-chain fatty acids that help improve thyroid functioning.
- Kelp: Kelp is useful for those suffering from hypothyroidism due to iodine deficiency.
- Fish Oils: Fish oils are considered good for increasing thyroid hormone uptake and maintaining healthy thyroid function.
- Vitamin D: Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with several autoimmune diseases, including thyroid disease.
- Guggul: Research indicates that its active compounds called guggulsterones may help in the treatment of hypothyroidism by stimulating thyroid function.   

For Personal Appointments, Contact: 9495975013.  Consulting Time: 8.30 AM to 7.30 PM. Write us to doctorpanickers@gmail.com for free ayurvedic consultation online.  visit us at www.doctorpanickers.com https://plus.google.com/+DoctorPanickersAyurvedaHospitalPunalur/about https://goo.gl/maps/41Zdzh21fRk How many people get affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis ? Rheumatoid arthritis has a worldwide prevalence rate of 0.5% to 1% in adults . This disease is two or three times more common in women than in men . People of any age can get affected with this disease, it even affects children, but it most often starts after 40 years of age .

How does Rheumatoid arthritis affect the body ? This type of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder, which means our immune system has began to attack it’s own tissues instead of protecting them. Inflammation is a normal response by our immune system against infections, wounds and foreign objects. In rheumatoid arthritis, the inflammatory immune response is wrongly directed towards our joint tissues. The chemicals substances produced by our immune system attacks the soft tissues (Synovium) of the joints and cause inflammation in them. This leads to swelling, stiffness, redness and pain in the joints. This inflammatory process progresses to damage the bone cartilages and the joint surfaces.  If left unchecked, it further produces joint deformities and disability. Smaller joints are generally first affected in a symmetrical manner. Potentially any joint can get affected with the disease. Along with the joints,  other organs and systems of the body, including the lungs, heart, and kidneys can also get affected.

What are the common factors that cause Rheumatoid arthritis ? The exact cause of the disease is unknown, however many predisposing factors have been attributed. Improper dietary habits and unhealthy lifestyle are the most common causative factors as per Ayurveda. Cold weather, physical and mental stress, certain viral and bacterial infections have been attributed as precipitating factors.

How can Doctor Panickers Ayurveda help ? Amavata (Rheumatoid arthritis) occurs when an individual indulges in factors that aggravte Vata dosha and Ama (Toxins) in the body. Improper digestion and metabolism leads to accumulation of Ama (Toxins) in our body. This Ama combined with the aggravated Vata dosha localises in the joints and produces pain, swelling and stiffness. In the initial stage, ayurvedic medications that metabolizes the Ama (toxins) and eliminate them out of the body are prescribed. Later, medications that pacify the aggravated Vata dosha are prescribed by assessing the changes in patients condition. The choice of the treatment modality is made based on the assessment of the condition of the patient and the severity of the disease. A Healthy planned diet is essential to support the normal functioning of our immune system, reduce the disease exacerbations and nourish the weakened joints. It thus reduces the severity or frequency of symptoms of the disease. Following a diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps control the long standing inflammation of the joints. Their nutrients have antioxidant property that helps to neutralize free radical production by the body.

Exercises for Rheumatoid arthritis :- Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may avoid exercise due to fear of pain, but this will further weaken the muscles and deform the joints. It is important to practice simple exercises. Rest and exercise should be well balanced according the condition of the patient. Simplified Yoga practices maintains the muscle strength and improves the flexibility of the joints. Pranayama  helps to relax the mind and minimize the hyperactivity of the immune system.

To be followed :- Use garlic in your regular diet. Buttermilk with garlic is an excellent remedy of rheumatoid arthritis. Use whole grains that are rich in fibre such as wheat, millet, barley, horse gram, brown rice. Consume honey mixed with water. (older the honey, the greater its benefit) Milk boiled with dry ginger can be taken in the morning and evening instead of tea and coffee. Consume milk mixed with 3 gms of turmeric powder. Turmeric is  very effective to control inflammation of the joints. Consume fruits and vegetables such as drumsticks, bitter gourd, carrot, green leafy vegetables, cabbage, mustard greens, papaya. These food items help to reduce the inflammation and hyperactivity of the immune system. Pepper should be sprinkled over the fruits and vegetables that are cooling in nature.  Reduce weight if you are overweight.

To be avoided :- Unhealthy and irregular dietary habits can trigger the abnormal immune response and increase the pain in the joints. Curd, Black gram,  fermented food items, deep fried oily foods should be avoided. Avoid common foods that cause allergies such as dairy products, peanuts, beets, soy, red meat, processed foods, artificial additives and preservatives, white flour and white sugar. Alcohol, tobacco, tea, coffee, soft drinks and ice creams should not be consumed. Avoid food items that cause indigestion and flatulence. Try to avoid keeping awake at nights and sleeping during daytime.  Consume fruits In their whole form and avoid them in the form of juices. Whole fruits with their fibre content aids in proper digestion and regulates the bowel movements.