Herbs for Hashimoto’s ThyroiditisSafe, effective herbal thyroid remediesThe best herbs for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis follow. Natural herbal thyroid remedies are safe & effective for most sufferers.
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Just a few words about Hashimoto's thyroiditis before going into the best home remedies for it.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland. There are many different kinds of gland inflammations. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, also termed chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is the most common type.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is mostly genetic and, like most thyroid ailments, afflicts women more than men.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an auto-immune disease meaning that the body essentially attacks itself, that is it attacks the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland determines growth & metabolism. When the immune system attacks the thyroid, growth & metabolism slow down. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can bring on hypothyroidism, underactive thyroid gland. (See our page on hypothyroidism for more.)
This leads to many symptoms including weight gain, depression, fatigue & muscle weakness. However, as thyroid disorders can range from mild to severe, so too can symptoms range from debilitating to hardly noticeable.
Like other thyroid disorders, if you suspect a problem, see a doctor immediately. A definite diagnosis will be made with a blood test. Thyroid hormone replacement therapy would be prescribed if Hashimoto’s is diagnosed.
Herbal remedies for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis are mainly designed to prevent your body from suffering from auto-immune responses and/or to decrease hypothyroidism which accompanies Hashimoto‘s. Herbs for Hashimoto’s thyroiditisAshwagandha root can be helpful herbal thyroid remedy. Take 500 - 1,000 mg daily.
Bitters is also one of the better combination of herbs for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis as they generally stimulate the body & help increase hormone production. The more bitter, the better. Take ½ tsp of tincture, 2 - 3x daily.
Flaxseed should be a helpful herbal remedy for Hashimoto‘s. Take 1000 mgs daily.
Fucus vesiculosis (Bladderwrack or kelp) is a sea weed that can help balance thyroid functioning and so is one of the better all purpose herbal thyroid remedies. Studies have also supported its use in thyroid health. Take ¼ tsp tincture 2 - 3x daily.
Milk thistle might be one of the more surprising herbal remedies for hypothyroidism and so is potentiall good for Hashimoto’s but it is thought to relieve symptoms of underactive thyroid. Take 200 - 300 mg daily.
Avena sativa (Green Oats) is a general tonic traditionally used in folk medicine as well as in modern herbalism & so is a useful herb for Hashimoto‘s thyroiditis. Avena sativa is also thought to alleviate common nervous irritability that can sometimes ruin your day.
Myrrh stimulates thyroid production and so is another helpful addition to traditional thyroid treatment. Take 20 - 60 mg daily or ¼ tsp of tincture 2 - 3x daily.
Olive leaf extract is a great all-around herb that is under used. It may help with autoimmunity & accompanying symptoms of Hashimoto‘s. Start off taking twice the recommended dosage, with food. Gradually cut back to recommended dose over 5 - 7 days.
Coleus forskohlii (Makandi) is a rare Ayurvedic (Indian) herbal thryroid remedy. Clinical studies have shown that it may help to support thyroid hormone secretion.
Sage is one of the more delicious herbs for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis as it can provide useful support for thyroid disorders. Use 40 - 60 mg daily. Oh, and use liberally to taste in foods & as a tea.
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